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Looking for an international experience but not ready to spend a full semester abroad?
A Short-Term Exchange might be the perfect fit. These programs usually run during the summer breaks and last from a few weeks to a month. Short-term programs are offered through select partner institutions and may include additional costs such as an optional excursion fee or accommodation.
Program overview: The Summer Session at J. F. Oberlin University is a four-week intensive program in the suburbs of Tokyo. Courses offered include some business, cultural, and Japanese language courses, all of which are developed from existing courses that are part of JFOU's regular curriculum. Each course allows participants to have first-hand experience through not only theoretical study, but also field trips and lectures by guest professionals. Upon completion of each course, participants will be issued an official transcript from J. F. Oberlin University.
City: Tokyo, Japan
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 (JST)
Dates for 2026
Courses (Credit Transfer Possibilities):
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Program overview: The Japanese immersion program is offered where students can be fully immersed in Japanese culture by learning beginner Japanese language and participating in various activities and filed trips such as Hiroshima during this 16-day cultural program. There is no prior Japanese language skill required.
City: Okayama, Japan
Dates: June 15 - July 1, 2026
Why participate in this program? This program gives students a chance to learn about Japanese culture and be immersed in it. It is more of a cultural field school rather than an academic one. This program is for non-credit.
Fees: Program fee, application fee, activity fees, housing, and meals are waived for Okanagan College students.
For more details, please click Summer Program Schedule 2026
Spend a semester abroad and experience life as an international student while earning credits toward your Okanagan College program. Through our exchange partnerships, you’ll pay your regular OC tuition while studying at one of our partner universities overseas.
Exchange opportunities are available for one or two semesters, depending on the partner institution.
Good fit for:
Important Dates:
| Semester 1 (Feb-Jun) | Semester 2 (Jul-Nov) |
|---|---|
| Nomination deadline: Oct. 1 | Nomination deadline: April 1 |
| Application deadline: Oct. 31 | Application deadline: April 30 |
| Orientation: starts from Feb.22, 2027 | Orientation: starts from July 27, 2026 |
| Semester: March 1 - May 30, 2027 | Semester: Aug. 3 - Nov. 1, 2026 |
| Exam Period: June 4 - 20, 2027 | Exam Period: Nov. 6-22, 2026 |
Course Load:
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Okanagan College offers a unique opportunity for select Business students to pursue a Double Degree Exchange with our partner institutions abroad. This program allows you to complete part of your studies at OC and part at a partner university, earning a credential from both institutions.
Students typically spend one academic year abroad and must meet specific course and program requirements agreed upon by both institutions. Admission is competitive and requires careful planning in consultation with an academic advisor and the International Education Office.
Eligibility:
Important Dates:
| Semester Autumn | Semester Spring |
|---|---|
| Nomination deadline: April 30 | |
| Application deadline: May 15 | |
| Semester: Aug. 14 - Dec. 19, 2025 | Semester: Feb. 5 - June 18, 2026 |
| Exam period: Jan. 12 - 17, 2026 | Exam period: April 27 - May 8, 2026 |
Course Load:
Course Outline:
| 45 ECTS courses (17.5 OC credits) | 15 ECTS Bachelor's Thesis (7.5 OC credits) |
|---|---|
| 5 ECTS Finnish Language courses | The thesis shall relate to a topic within your chosen academic track. It must fulfill the criteria and requirements of JAMK and my include a Canadian organization. |
| 5 ECTS Innovation Management | |
| 5 ECTS Research and Development | |
| 5 ECTS Data Analysis for Business Management | |
| 2 ECTS Bachelor's thesis, thesis writing | |
| 23 ECTS can be selected from 2nd & 3rd course offerings |
Courses Offerings: Click here
Eligibility:
Important Dates:
| Semester Summer | Semester Winter |
|---|---|
| Nomination deadline: Oct. 15 | |
| Application deadline: Nov. 1 or Dec. 1 | |
| Semester: Mar. - Aug. | Semester: Sep - Feb. |
Course Load:
Course Outline:
| Summer SEMESTER (30 ECTS) | Winter semester (30 ECTS) |
|---|---|
4 ECTS Basics of International Financial Reporting Standards/ International Accounting Standards | 3 ECTS Financial Statement Analysis |
| 6 ECTS International Cases | 3 ECTS Financial Management |
| 3 ECTS Strategy | 2 ECTS Research Theory and Academic Writing |
| 2 ECTS European Studies | 2 ECTS Organizational Behavior |
| 6 ECTS Intercultural Challenge | 3 ECTS Leadership Development |
| 3 ECTS Basic of International Economics | 5 ECTS Business Language II |
| 2 ECTS Strategic Management | 12 ECTS Bachelor Thesis |
| 2 ECTS Internationalization Strategies | |
| 2 ECTS Qualitative research Methods and ethics |
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Program: Master's in Vine, Wine, and Terroir Management
Tutition Fees:
Pathways:
Course Outline:
| Year | Semesters | Host university | Credits | Language of instruction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st year | 1st, 2nd | Okanagan College | 30 | English |
| 2nd year | 3rd, 4th | 30 | English | |
| 3th year | 5th, 6th | 30 | English | |
| 4th year | 7th | Ecole Superieure des Agricultures (Angers, France) & Universita Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (Italy) | 30 ECTS | English |
| 8th | University of Agricultural Sciences and veterinary Medicine (Cluj Napoca, Romania) | 30 ECTS | ||
| 5th year | 9th | VetAgroSup (Clermont-Ferrand, France) | 30 ECTS | French and English |
| 10th | Co-supervised end of study internship (in Frnace or abroad) | 30 ECTS | Accordingly to the chosen country |