Simon Fraser University (SFU)
SFU
Location: Burnaby, Surrey and Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Foundation Year: 1964
Type: Public
Tuition Fees: 487 CAD to 539 CAD per unit
Simon Fraser University (SFU) was founded in 1964 as a public research institution. Three of its campuses are located in the largest municipalities of British Columbia: Burnaby, Surrey, and Vancouver. The university is ranked first in the comprehensive university category according to Maclean's 2020 review, and ninth in the reputation ranking for Canadian universities. 35,000 students have chosen SFU as their Alma Mater.
The three pillars of the SFU academic strategy are based on the dynamic integration of innovative education, research, and far-reaching community engagement. Students are seen as partners in learning and discovery. Professors help them to develop critical thinking and research skills and to gain practical experience, social aptitudes, and civic understanding. This approach not only makes them job-ready but also life-ready. Ecological, economic, and social sustainability guides the work of SFU.
Each of three Simon Fraser University Campuses is located in different parts of Greater Vancouver and is accessible by public transit. All major departments are at the Burnaby Campus. The library, two gym-complexes, an international-sized swimming pool, the Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, and three art galleries are also situated here. The building of the campus is very beautiful and has been awarded numerous architectural awards over the years.
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UniverCity is a modern urban community located next to Simon Fraser University. This new residential and commercial area occupies approximately 81 hectares, it houses restaurants, stores, and a 20,000 square foot Nester's Market. The Surrey Campus was established in 2002 and some of its buildings with engineering labs, classrooms, lecture halls, and office spaces opened in 2019. The Vancouver Campus was the first urban university classroom in British Columbia. It consists of eight buildings that house the experimental theatre, screening rooms, sound studios, and art galleries.
Students` life is rich and diverse. SFU has a students` newspaper The Peak and a radio station available online or on cable. Simon Fraser University is the only one in Canada to compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association. Over 300 clubs are funded by the SFU community.
Internationalization and international engagement are important for SFU because they help students, faculty, and staff to become active global citizens. Internationalization is embedded in all aspects of academic life, including recruitment and retention, institutional partnerships, international development, curricula, mobility, and community engagement.
Simon Fraser University (SFU) is proud that full-time international students represent 19% of the total undergraduate population and 28% of the graduates. Specialized services for Aboriginal and International Students are offered at the institution. SFU environment is inclusive, specialized services for students with disabilities are available. The SFU International Services for Students Office offers a wide range of programs, services, immigration, and non-immigration advising at all three campuses by appointment, phone, or email.
English Language and Culture programs are aimed to improve communication skills and help newcomers to experience Canadian culture and truly live the language. Full-time Immersion and Custom programs are available. Full-time Immersion incorporates 6 courses: Canadian Studies, Composition, Listening Practice, News Media, Oral, and Reading Skills. Custom English training programs are flexible and correspond to particular students` needs.
Admission requirements vary depending on a high school, college, or university the student graduated. Scholarships are available for Canadian and International students who have grades in the 90% range or a minimum of 31 International Baccalaureate points.
Simon Fraser University (SFU) encourages students to design their own undergraduate degree. Customized majors, minors, and certificates create an individual program that best suits a particular goal. Eight of the SFU faculties offer Master`s and Doctoral degree programs. Distance education and Nights and Weekend Classes are available. Co-op and Study Abroad programs enrich the global career perspectives of the students. Non-academic programs include leadership and mentorship opportunities, and sports and recreation activities.
The number of Academic Programs available at Simon Fraser University is impressive: Actuarial Science, Anthropology, Applied Physics, Archaeology, Art, Performance and Cinema Studies, Arts Education, Behavioural Neuroscience, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Biomedical Physiology, Computing Science, Corporate Environmental and Social Sustainability, Counselling Psychology, Creative Technologies in Digital Journalism, Criminology, Dance, Data Science, Early Learning, Earth Sciences, Economics, Business, Education, Engineering Science, English, English as a Second Language, Environment, Film, French, Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies, Geographic Information Science, Gerontology, Global Asia, Health Sciences, Cognitive Science, History, Humanities, International Studies, Kinesiology, Labour Studies, Languages, Communication, Latin American Studies, Liberal Arts, Linguistics, Mathematics, Modeling of Complex Social Systems, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Music, Nuclear Science, Operations Research, Philosophy, Political Science, Public Health, Public Policy, Publishing, Religious Studies, Resource and Environmental Management, Social Justice, Sociology, Statistics, Theatre, Urban Studies, World Literature, Writing.
Simon Fraser University offers a wide range of graduate certificates, diplomas, Master's and Doctoral degrees that are internationally recognized. All programs have their own application deadlines and some accept applications throughout the year. The first step needed for the graduate experience is to find a supervisor for research.
Faculties that offer graduate programs are the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Environment, Beedie School of Business, Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Education. Individualized Interdisciplinary Studies and Accelerated Master`s Degree programs are also available.
SFU Residence and Housing offers a wide range of towers, traditional residence halls, studio-style apartments, and townhouses. All rooms are private and comfortable. Another option to consider is Places4Students. It is a leading online service and a partner of the university, that offers students off-campus rental listings. SFU Campus tours are also available.
Tuition Fees vary depending on a chosen program. Differential Tuition Fee for International Students is 487 CAD - 539 CAD per unit.
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International Experience Club
