Internationalization | KPU.ca - Kwantlen Polytechnic University

KPU's Internationalization Plan sets out distinct strategies to enrich the university's global learning environment by furthering cross-cultural engagement for all students, staff, faculty, external partners, and communities. These strategies help KPU increase its global competitiveness and respond to global education and skills needs.

The foundation for the support and success of international students at KPU will be built upon four pillars:

Community engagement and support
Global citizenship
Partnerships and pathways
Recruitment and retention

These pillars will be activated through carefully designed plans that will allow the strategic deployment of our KPU programmatic, pedagogical and facility capacity. Our approach will further integrate supports for students and faculty, enhance and streamline admission procedures and expand articulation agreements with international partners. These efforts will enable KPU to diversify its international student body while enriching the educational experience of our international students. KPU will approach international enrolment with a special focus on identifying an ideal mix of domestic and international students that will ensure all learners enjoy the benefits of cross-cultural exchange, peer-support, have access to courses and to the valuable mentorship of instructors and support staff.

KPU International will work with academic leaders to increase the awareness of global perspectives in all current and new curriculum through enhanced teaching and learning methodologies. We will employ our global competencies courses and related content to assist staff, faculty and administration navigate cultural differences and to improve intercultural communication and social exchange.

The development of new and unique academic pathways and globally-focused program offerings will ensure KPU continues to be responsive to community and labour demand for all our students. These new program offerings, such as post baccalaureates, graduate diplomas and Master's programs, will allow for KPU students to become successful future alumni in an increasingly interconnected global work force.

International experiences can be transformational for learners. Through participation in an international academic experience, our students are able to see the world from new and different perspectives, thereby enriching their academic experience and ultimately expanding their viewpoints. KPU will increase its efforts to create powerful experiences for all students via field schools, exchanges, and international internships. Through these international visits learners will take in unforgettable moments, expand their understanding of diversity in education and acquire a global outlook via an unmediated, personal and cultural experience.

At the same time KPU will explore and develop new ways to increase faculty and staff participation across all areas of the university. International exchanges and visiting scholar opportunities will enrich our teaching and learning with new energy, knowledge and diverse global perspectives.

Goal 4: Build a next generation KPU International

Strategy 4.1

Support international students through a range of academic transition programs that enable students to participate fully in the KPU community of learners.

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Strategy 4.2

Foster a culturally and globally aware curriculum, being prepared to meet the needs of an international workplace, whether in Canada or internationally.

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Strategy 4.3

Recognize that international students are an asset to KPU and regional communities, enhancing the classroom experience through a rich exchange of experiences and ideas.