George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.
George Brown Polytechnic grants Province of Ontario authorized certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, and graduate certificates in accordance with the Ontario Qualifications Framework developed by the Ontario Government.
Under the authority of the Post-Secondary Education Choice and Excellence Act 2000, GBP may also grant degrees.
To earn a certificate of completion, certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, graduate certificate, or degree, a prescribed sequence of semester courses must be successfully completed. The type of credential awarded varies according to the program. Check our Program Finder to determine the type of credential awarded by your program.
Students may also earn George Brown Polytechnic Continuing Education certificates of completion and certificates by completing the posted requirements as outlined on our Continuing Education website. Requirements for each program area vary.