Brock University
Brock University
Location: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Foundation Year: 1964
Type: Public
Tuition Fees: 5,830 CAD per credit
Brock University is a public research institution founded in 1964 in St. Catharines, Ontario. Located on the Niagara Escarpment, it is the only Canadian University in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Its unique environment, diverse cultural atmosphere, and thorough care for students` physical and mental well-being make Brock University one of the best educational choices.
The community of Brock University is diverse and globally-minded. The student body consists of representatives of more than 100 different nationalities. Special events like the International Education Week celebrate cultures and attract attention to the need for global education and intercultural awareness. To make newcomers to Canada feel comfortable as soon as they arrive, the institution created a separate team dedicated to international students’ success. Maclean`s ranking in 2018 recognized Brock University as third in Canada for student satisfaction.
Brock University is known for its innovation and research. Its dynamic, creative, and interdisciplinary approach to science resulted in the creation of Brock`s hubs, institutes, and research centers: Advanced Biomanufacturing Center, Brock Institute for Electrophysiological Research, Brock-Niagara Center for Health and Well-Being, Center for Business Analytics, Center for Digital Humanities, Center for Sport Capacities, Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute, Social Justice Research Institute, Environmental sustainability Research Center and many others.
Brock University has a wide range of undergraduate, post-graduate, advanced research and doctoral programs to offer. Brock`s Faculties and Schools represent its main fields of expertise: Education, Humanities, Business, Social Sciences, Applied Health Sciences, Mathematics and Science, Fine and Performing Arts. All of these Faculties offer more than 75 different undergraduate programs.
Brock University also has 50 graduate programs in Business Administration, Business Administration and Public Health, Business Economics, Management, Accountancy, Professional Accounting ISP, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Disability Studies, Applied Gerontology, Applied Health Sciences, Public Health, Professional Kinesiology, Education, English, Applied Linguistics, Interdisciplinary Humanities, Computer Science, Child and Youth Studies, Sustainability, Geography, History, Earth Science, Materials Physics, Mathematics, and Statistics, Popular Culture, Classics, Philosophy, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Study in Comparative Literature and Arts, Social Justice and Equity Studies.
Brock University offers a lot of educational options for teachers, starting from initial certification to advanced professional programs like Consecutive Teacher Education, Technological Teacher Education, Continuing Teacher Education (Additional Qualification).
Being the fifth largest provider of Co-op education, Brock University boasts a diverse list of programs that help students to apply their knowledge in real-world situations. It is worth mentioning, that 80% of employers say that Co-op students are their potential future employees. Choosing one of 40 programs available, students get a minimum of 12 months of the relevant undergraduate experience. The list of Co-op employers for Bachelor and Graduate programs impresses with a large number of top-companies and institutions in Canada. Other types of experiential learning at Brock include conference participation, creative and physical practice, creative exhibit or performance, consulting projects, experiential research projects, local and international field experience, internships, practicums, simulations, project activities, service learning, labs.
Brock University ESL services cover a wide range of students` needs. Available academic courses are the Intensive English Language Program, 8-Week Accelerated English Language Program, and a program for conditionally admitted students. Special English as Second Language programs offered at Brock are English Placement Test Courses, Customized English Programs, Summer English Language Program, ESL+PLUS Program. Virtual courses are also available.
Brock University sees its students as future leaders and helps them to explore the world. Several International Mobility options are open for those who wish to combine studies and travel - International Internship Programs, International Summer Programs, and Student Exchange Program.
Students` life at Brock is fun and exciting. More than 100 clubs and organizations, athletic teams, and centers are available during the year. Students are encouraged to participate in community events, trips, and competitions. Rich extracurricular experience creates a unique and friendly atmosphere on campus.
International admission requirements depend on student`s academic backgrounds and vary depending on a chosen program.According to recent statistics, St. Catherines-Niagara Metropolitan area is one of the safest regions in Canada. The 24-hour security team on campus does everything to make Brock students feel happy and secure. They also have perfect opportunities for travel: close location to Niagara Falls, U.S. border, and Greater Toronto Area. The region is also known for affordable accommodation prices, both on and off-campus.Brock`s seven on-campus residences can accommodate 2,500 students. Traditional, townhouse or suite-style accommodation options are available. ESL students can also choose Brock University Homestay Program. It provides learners with the best opportunities to improve their English and communicative skills, together with a better understanding of the Canadian lifestyle and culture.
Each year Brock University commits approximately $4 million to the award programs. Undergraduate international students are eligible to receive scholarships. The international undergraduate tuition fee is 5,830 CAD per credit, the international graduate tuition fees are from 5,075 CAD to 11,259 CAD per term.
Regards,
International Experience Club
