2014/15 STUDENT VIEWBOOK
Be your p Every student has within themselves the potential for greatness, but not every university has the
ability to develop that potential. Even if you aren’t sure what path you want your career to take, the
Saint Mary’s approach to learning will uniquely nurture the promise you possess. With one-on-one access to professors, experiential learning opportunities, supportive student services, an international student
body, a small but lively campus, and abundant research dollars, when you study at Saint Mary’s you can be whatever you hope to become. Which means you can be confident in your future.
potential
Be at hom HALIFAX
GROCERIES
with small-town charm. It’s vibrant urban energy with a laidback
DOWNTOWN SHOPPING
ocean playground. It’s a cool city in the province with the warmest
THEATRE
year-round weather.* It’s cafés, galleries, shopping, and live music with
surfing, hiking, ice skating, kayaking, and beaches all just minutes away. It’s Atlantic Canada’s centre of innovation and commerce, right at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, and the Saint Mary’s University campus is a short walk from it all. Is it the perfect city? For you, it probably is.
RESTAURANTS CONCERT VENUES
PROVINCIAL ART GALLERY LAKES BEACHES AIRPORT
* Environment Canada 2014
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In Halifax, Nova Scotia, there’s no compromise. It’s the big city,
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CAMPUS LIFE
Be spirit Contained within a single, lush city block, the Saint Mary’s University campus encourages a close-knit
community by design. Friends are made often, interests are shared easily, and school spirit is felt intensely. This is an easy place to feel comfortable, connected, and involved.
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Justine Colley (pictured, middle), SMU grad 2014, was named the Top Female Athlete in Canadian Interuniversity Sport for 2013-2014.
A PLACE FOR SHARED INTERESTS
EXERCISE YOUR NEED TO BE ACTIVE
Something you’re passionate about? Join a campus club or society dedicated
Get involved in athletics on campus, and you will do more than keep
to it – or start your own. Delve deep into ideas and enjoy meaningful discussions;
your body healthy – you will keep your mind sharp. From varsity athletics
you’ll quickly make friends and connections that will endure long after you leave
to intramurals,* it’s easy to indulge your love of sports. In the new
university behind.
Homburg Centre for Health & Wellness, you’ll find our state-of-the-art fitness facility, SMUfit.
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES* ON CAMPUS Accounting Society
Aboriginal Society
Cheerleading Club
Chemistry Society
Gaming Society
Curling Club
Habitat for Humanity
Medical Society
Dance Club
Forensics Society
Fashion & Design Society
Baseball Club
Photography Society
Pre-Law Society
Rugby Club
Engineering Society
AIESEC
Equestrian Club
Garden Society
Enactus
Lacrosse Club
Psychology Society
Animal Welfare Society
Karate Club
* Full list of societies available, smusa.ca/societies.
VARSITY ATHLETICS Basketball
Field Hockey
Track & Field
Hockey
Football
Volleyball
Cross Country
Rugby
Soccer
* Full list of intramurals available, smu.ca/campus-life/athletics-and-recreation.
STUDYING ON CAMPUS
Be prepared A TRADITION OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Established in 1802, Saint Mary’s is internationally respected for its academic reputation. About 99% of our full-time professors have their PhD, which is more than any other university in the province. These accomplished professors bring their depth of experience to the classroom, for your benefit, and our rich community of alumni brings the real world to you. If you ever need a helping hand along the way, academic support, health, career, and admissions assistance are at your service. We dedicate over $5 million annually to student scholarships – and guarantee a renewable entrance award with 80%+.
SMU CLASSES WITH FEWER THAN 60 STUDENTS
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Theoretical knowledge is but one part of the equation. At Saint Mary’s, your academic education is balanced with an experiential one. Our curricula are based on actually experiencing the ideas being discussed, so our classrooms are labs of engagement. Which means you’ll be able to hit the ground running after you graduate. Co-op opportunities are available in every single faculty. Research opportunities are available after your first year. With 75 partnerships in 22 countries, you’ll be able to travel and study abroad for an international perspective.
Ashley Dawson, SMU grad 2012, studied Political Science and was a member of the Model United Nations travelling to New York City to learn first hand the consensus-building process of the UN.
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INTERNATIONALLY CONNECTED The Saint Mary’s campus may be contained within a single city block, but the impact we make and inspiration we gain are global in scope. The University has active linkages with more than 180 institutions internationally, has implemented capacity-building projects and consultancies in more than 40 countries, and offers exchange programs in 22 countries at over 75 partner institutions. The map to the right puts these connections into perspective – and the featured stories below bring the human element into focus.
MAKING HISTORY IN NORMANDY, FRANCE Landing a co-op opportunity through Veterans Affairs at the Canadian Second World War Museum at Juno Beach, a SMU student dug deep into the tourism industry at WWII battle sites.
THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF INDUSTRY IN CHINA Tracing the connections between biology, human behaviour, and environmental degradation leads SMU students annually to the remote village of Xun Yang Ba in China.
MIAMI INTERNSHIP IN FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGY Every other year, students in this course spend two weeks at the Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner Department to get hands-on experience with forensic skeletal remains. It’s invaluable applied learning.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN BOLIVIA When SMU students travel for an internship in Cochabamba, Bolivia, they work to build capacity in increasing food security, securing a future for children and youth, and stimulating sustainable economic growth.
DELIVERING HEALTH EDUCATION IN THE GAMBIA SMU students from several disciplines travel regularly to this West African nation to conduct peer-health education programs focused on water safety, scarcity, 8
and pollution prevention.
Where our over 40,000 alumni now live
Current international opportunities
Where our current students call home
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Be in dem FACULTY OF ARTS
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Ross Grant, International Development Studies student, has travelled to Vietnam to research belief patterns about food both for his own studies, and to support a professor’s research.
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COUNT ON GETTING AHEAD
STUDENTS IN FIRSTYEAR CLASSES, ON AVERAGE
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
PROFESSORS WITH RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
MAJORS WITH CO-OP (THAT’S ALL OF THEM!)
The majority of North America’s CEOs began their climb to the top with a Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.). Given that most people change careers three times during their life, a B.A. gives you the breadth of knowledge, adaptability, and employability that can take you anywhere. A Bachelor of Arts from Saint Mary’s sets you apart from the crowd in important ways. Home to an expansive offering of Humanities and Social Science majors, Saint Mary’s is the only university in Atlantic Canada to offer a co-op option in every single Arts major. Our Arts professors are noted leaders in innovative research, with a cutting-edge approach to learning. We offer Arts students opportunities to study and gain experience abroad. Saint Mary’s is the right choice for obtaining the academic and experiential foundation to move directly into a career – or on to graduate and professional programs. At Saint Mary’s, you are never alone on your journey. B.A. advisors in the Faculty of Arts will work with you to customize your degree to best meet your career and educational goals. If you’re unsure of your goals, advisors and other student services will help you find your focus. A Bachelor of Arts degree will prepare you for lifelong success.
FACULTY OF ARTS BACHELOR OF ARTS: MAJORS AND MINORS
CERTIFICATES
Anthropology
German Language and Culture
Asian Studies
Atlantic Canada Studies Linguistics
Atlantic Canada Studies*
Spanish Language and Hispanic Culture
Business Studies
Chinese Studies
Classics
Japanese Studies
Creative Writing
Human Resource Management Nigerian student athlete Harry Ezenibe feels empowered by the community he found at Saint Mary’s, and especially in his inspiring relationship with his Crime and Media professor Dr. Michele Byers.
Criminology* Economics*
A FEW POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS
English Entrepreneurship Film Studies
Foreign Aid Work
French
Teaching and Education
Geography*
Urban Planning
German Studies
Law
History* International Development Studies* Irish Studies
Journalism Medicine
Latin American Studies
Museum/Gallery Curation
Linguistics
International Trade
Mathematics
Speech Therapy
Philosophy*
“Saint Mary’s offered me a world of possibilities, and helped me build a strong foundation for success in whatever I do. I never could have predicted that what I learned at Saint Mary’s would help me develop my own business right after graduation.”
Health Promotion
Psychology* Religious Studies*
Librarianship and Resource Management
Sociology
Youth Development
Spanish and Hispanic Culture Women and Gender Studies (Masters Degree Only) *Graduate degrees available Minor Option Only
Ozlem Metinoglu Ozgun Owner, House of Moda B.A. in Political Science and German Studies, 2006
Psychology
Political Science
Co-op
International Opportunities
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Forensics
ARTS GRADS: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
Active Research
Robin Isnor HR Associate, Landmark Cinemas B.A. in Psychology with an HR Certificate and Business Minor, 2013 “Not long after graduation I landed a position at the second largest movie exhibition company in the country. I’m now working to blend two previously existing cultures, develop procedures, and manage HR inquiries from 51 theatres. It’s crazy, but so rewarding!”
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SCHOOL OF THE ENVIRONMENT The School of the Environment is the hub for environmental education at Saint Mary’s University. It brings together students and professors from all of the University’s programs that are explicitly environmental in focus. In the School of the Environment, students learn to apply knowledge from many academic disciplines to solve complex problems related to the sustainability of the global environment
Be sustainable in the face of human development.
DEGREES WITH AN ENVIRONMENTAL FOCUS B.E.S. degree (Bachelor of Environmental Studies) B.A. degree with Major/Minor/Honours in Geography B.Sc. degree with Major/Minor/Honours in Environmental Science B.Sc. degree with Major/Minor/Honours in Geography
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Be enterp SOBEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
The Sobey School of Business is the largest business school
in Atlantic Canada, and it holds the coveted AACSB accreditation,
bestowed on fewer than 5% of the world’s 13,000 business programs.
The many successes of our students and alumni prove that the Saint Mary’s business program provides students with rigorous business knowledge, not to mention a head start on a career. Which means you can graduate ready to make a difference in the world. With a focus on responsible business, community partnerships, and real-world learning, the Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s will help you develop an entrepreneurial spirit, an ability to solve problems, and a desire to think creatively. Here, your learning extends beyond the classroom. Through co-op work placements, travel and exchanges, and by working in culturally diverse teams, you will develop leadership skills, global perspectives, and the ability to integrate environmental, ethical, and economic considerations into your decision making. Plus, our professors actively conduct research on a regional, national, and international basis, and bring that knowledge back to the classroom.
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Sobey School of Business
prising Accounting student Charles Ackerman, in partnership with a fellow Bachelor of Commerce student, started his own construction business even before his degree was in hand.
SOBEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AACSB RECOGNITION AMONG THE WORLD’S BUSINESS SCHOOLS SOBEY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS IS ONE OF 5% THAT DO HOLD ACCREDITATION
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE MAJORS Accounting Computing and Information Systems Economics (Honours)
Master of Finance
Graduate Diploma in Co-operative Management
Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations Management
CERTIFICATES
Marketing
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Master of Applied Economics
Ph.D. (Management)
Global Business Management
International Opportunities
Sobey EMBA
Master of Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation
General Business Studies
Co-op
Sobey MBA and MBA (CPA stream)
Master of Management (Co-operatives and Credit Unions)
Entrepreneurship Finance
95% DO NOT HOLD ACCREDITATION
GRADUATE DEGREES
Active Research
Human Resource Management Financial Instrument Analysis
COMMERCE GRADS: WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Jeff Lohnes Business Engagement Manager for the Movember Foundation in Canada B.Comm. in Marketing, 2008 “I connect with businesses across the country to help them develop and execute their Movember campaigns. I work with them to build strategies to raise funds and awareness for men’s health issues. My time at SMU was the perfect starting point for what’s been a great career path.”
Victor Gendy Senior Credit Solutions Analyst, Scotiabank B.Comm. in Finance and Marketing, 2008 “My responsibilities are exciting! They include writing credit and analyzing financial statements for public and private firms with sales between $25 million and $1 billion+ to increase bank revenue while minimizing risk.”
A FEW POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS Entrepreneur Business Systems Analyst Insurance Broker Recreation Manager International Trade Officer Financial Advisor Accountant Advertising Executive Commercial Banker Fashion Retailer/Buyer Human Resources Manager Investment Analyst
In August 2013, Jing Yi (Claire) Hou, a third-year Accounting student from Shanxi, China, created and received funding for the “Speak Up!” project at Saint Mary’s, which aims to help international students integrate into the campus community.
Be curiou FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Science at Saint Mary’s: cutting-edge research and student support.
Science
The hallmark of a successful scientist is often a determination to question everything. If you’re asking yourself where you can best nurture your
passion for discovery and your desire to test limits, then consider the evidence: award-winning professors and academic supports, like our
first-year tutoring centre and peer mentorship program, provide SMU Science students with the tools, encouragement, and skills to succeed. Rigorous academics are just one reason to choose Saint Mary’s Science. Many of our undergrads participate in their professor’s research projects – an experience that can be hard to come by in large institutions. With our small class and lab sizes, you gain dedicated attention from your professors, which goes a long way toward preparing you for graduate studies, professional programs, and career goals. Plus, when you choose Saint Mary’s, you benefit from a rich network of Science alumni who have achieved incredible success across the globe. Add the University’s dedicated academic support services and our state-of-the-art facilities, and you have the formula for the greatest discovery of all – a promising future in science.
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Honours Math student Jenna Young worked closely with her professor, Dr. Bert Hartnell, on graph theory research, published in 2014.
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MORE REASONS TO CHOOSE SMU SCIENCE
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% OF COURSES WITH LAB COMPONENT
100
% OF FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS SET UP WITH PEER MENTOR
36 AVERAGE LAB SIZE
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MILLIONS OF DOLLARS INVESTED IN SCIENCE BUILDINGS
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FACULTY OF SCIENCE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE MAJORS
A FEW POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS Psychologist Biologist Nuclear Scientist Chemical Engineer
Astrophysics
Environmental Consultant
Biology
Crime Scene Investigator
Chemistry
Statistician
Computing Science
Meteorologist
Computing Science and Business Administration
Civil Engineer
Engineering (Diploma)
Astrophysicist
Environmental Science
Medical Examiner
Forensic Sciences (Diploma)
Conservationist
Geography Geology Mathematics Physics Psychology* *Human Resource Management Certificate option available Co-op
International Opportunities
Active Research
GRADUATE DEGREES M.Sc. Applied Science M.Sc. and Ph.D. Astronomy M.Sc. Applied Psychology M.Sc. Computing & Data Analytics
SCIENCE GRADS: WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Chelsea Adams Environmental Scientist, IAQ & Occupational Hygiene, Pinchin LeBlanc Environmental Ltd. B.Sc. in Environmental Science (Honours) and Biology, 2009 “We concern ourselves with the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of occupational stressors that could lead to workplace diseases. My experience at SMU gave me the confidence to defend my ideas at work.”
Ph.D. Industrial/Organizational Psychology Arlette Langille Tissue Bank Specialist, Regional Tissue Bank QEII Health Sciences Centre B.Sc. in Biology and Psychology with a Diploma in Forensic Sciences, 2008 “I’m part of a small team responsible for all aspects of tissue donation throughout the Maritimes. We play an integral role in the Bone Marrow Transplant Program as well as solid organ recovery across Atlantic Canada. I couldn’t be happier with how Saint Mary’s helped get me here.”
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ENGINEERING
Be constructive Engineering classes at Saint Mary’s focus on hands-on learning with state-of-the-art equipment – both in the classroom and
through field trips. Engineering at SMU specializes in personal instruction: most of our engineering classes have a maximum of 40 students. After successfully completing the two-year Diploma of Engineering at Saint Mary’s, students enter their third year of Engineering at Dalhousie University or Ontario’s University of Windsor, where they will have co-op and internship opportunities. DALHOUSIE
WINDSOR
Chemical
Civil
Civil
Mechanical (option streams)
Electrical
- Aerospace
Environmental
- Automotive
Industrial
- Environmental
Materials
- General
Mechanical
- Materials
Mineral Resource * Engineering students can transfer up to $5,000 per year of renewable entrance scholarships to Dalhousie.
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Be centre RESIDENCE
When you live on campus, you can expect to be in the middle of the action – yet still have a private place for
some peace and quiet. About 1,000 students choose to
Apartment
live on campus in the Loyola, Rice, or Vanier residences, and since most campus buildings are connected, you’ll stay warm and dry. All the comforts of home, and then some.
A SAFE AND SECURE HOME AWAY FROM HOME •
Security procedures and measures in place
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Both co-ed and same-sex residence options available
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Healthy food choices
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Student lounges everywhere
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Social gatherings, from movie nights to floor events
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Hairstylist, laundry, store, and more
For more information on residence at Saint Mary’s, smu.ca/campus-life/residences-and-housing.
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Double Room
Single Room
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Kathryn Buttle, SMU grad 2014, was a Residence Assistant for three years and graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FROM HIGH SCHOOL
GRADE
ARTS
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES COMMERCE
SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS
AMERICAN PATTERNED SYSTEM
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA /COURSES
BRITISH PATTERNED SYSTEM
Students must have a 70% average with no mark below 60% in five academic subjects, depending on program.
Students must have a 70% average with no mark below 60% in five academic subjects, depending on program.
Students must have a minimum IB diploma score of 24 with grades of 3 and above in five academic subjects, depending on program.
Students must pass five subjects, two of which must be at the Advanced level. Students who achieve above average results in GCSEs / IGCSEs will be considered for admission. Grades of A-C are required from O-Levels and grades of A-E are required for A-Levels.
Grade 12 (or equivalent)
Grade 12
English 12 academic
English (College Prep)
English SL/HL
English
Four additional academic 12 courses
Four additional college preparatory courses
Four additional courses
Four additional courses
English 12 academic
English (College Prep)
English SL/HL
English
Mathematics 12 or Advanced Mathematics 12 or Pre Calculus 12 or Calculus 12
Mathematics
Math Studies or Mathematics SL/HL
Mathematics
Three additional college preparatory courses
Three additional courses
Three additional courses
English 12 academic
English (College Prep)
English SL/HL
English
Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12
Pre-Calculus Mathematics
Mathematics SL/HL
Additional Mathematics
Two academic 12 science courses*
Two college preparatory science courses*
Two science courses* SL/HL
Two science courses
One additional academic 12 course
One additional college preparatory course
One additional course
One additional course
English 12 academic
English (College Prep)
English SL/HL
English
Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12
Pre-Calculus Mathematics
Mathematics SL/HL
Additional Mathematics
Physics 12
Physics (College Prep)
Physics SL/HL
Physics
Chemistry 12
Chemistry (College Prep)
Chemistry SL/HL
Chemistry
One additional academic 12 course
One additional college preparatory course
One additional course
One additional course
Three additional academic 12 courses
SCIENCE * Accepted science courses: Biology, Physics, Chemistry
DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING
If your admission requirements are not listed here, please contact recruitment@smu.ca for specific details.
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Gone above and beyond?
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
We will recognize your achievements.
It’s important to speak and understand English at a level that will allow you to make the most
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)
following may be required:
of your classes, assignments, and study groups. If English is not your first language, one of the
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iBT TOEFL: minimum score of 80 overall with no band score below 20
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IELTS: minimum score of 6.5 with no score below 6.0
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CanTEST: minimum of 4.5 with no individual score below 4.0
Programme results of 30 or above, you may be granted up
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CAEL: minimum of 60 with no individual band below 50
to 30 hours of credit toward your undergraduate degree,
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Cambridge ESOL Exams CAE: grade of A, B, or C
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Pearson PTE: score of 58 or higher
Admission is based on a minimum IB Diploma score of 24 with no individual mark below 3. If you have completed the IB Diploma with Diploma
equivalent to one year of study. For students who take one or more DP courses but choose not to complete the full DP, and have achieved grades of 5, 6, or 7 on HL courses, you may be granted up to 18 hours of credit toward your degree.
If you are academically qualified but have not submitted a test score, Saint Mary’s University will offer a conditional acceptance until your proof of proficiency is received. A conditional acceptance can help you obtain your study permit.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) If you have completed Advanced Placement courses and score grades of 3, 4, or 5, you may be eligible to receive up to 18 hours of credit toward your undergraduate degree. Grades of 3 or higher will be considered for admission.
ADVANCED LEVEL (A LEVEL) If you achieve a final grade of A, B, or C in approved British patterned GCE Advanced Level examined subjects, you may be eligible for up to 30 hours of credit toward your undergraduate degree.
ON CAMPUS ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS Improve your English at one of the leading English language centres in Canada. As part of the Saint Mary’s University family, our students have the benefit of many facilities and services on the Saint Mary’s University campus including our library, wellness centre, and advising services. We offer a variety of language and cultural courses throughout the year, and will ensure you have the best preparation possible for further studies – or for just getting to know Canada. Students accepted into our Bachelor Degree programs will gain automatic admission into our English for Academic Purposes or University Bridging programs. Achieve your language goals – whether for university, work or travel – by enrolling in one of our top English language programs. Some of the programs offered: •
English for Academic Purposes
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University Bridging Program
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One-month Immersion Program
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English for Personal and Professional Communication
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IELTS Exam Preparation
We also offer customizable programs for both youth groups and professional groups. For more details, please visit smu.ca/tesl or email tesl@smu.ca. The brand new TESL Centre on Saint Mary’s University campus.
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Be ready MONEY MATTERS
KEY DATES
March 15 Deadline for automatic entrance scholarship consideration and
additional entrance scholarships and bursaries.
April 15 Additional entrance scholarship and bursary offers are announced. May 15 Confirm offer of additional entrance scholarships and bursaries. May 15 Deadline for residence application and confirmation for first round of room selection.
A university education is an investment in your future. Which means you expect returns on your investment – but which also means there are costs.
When calculating how big an investment it might be, remember to consider costs like residence, meal plans, and textbooks, in addition to tuition. Fall and Winter Term (30 credit hours)
Arts
Business
Science
$13,594
$13,594
$13,794
$1,210
$1,210
$1,210
Residence and Meals
$9,015
$9,015
$9,015
Books and Supplies
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
$25,619
$25,619
$25,819
Tuition (including mandatory fees)* Student Fees* **
Total:
Refer to our tuition calculator to estimate your undergraduate tuition and fees, available at smu.ca/calculator. * Tuition and student rates, based on rates for 2014/2015, are in Canadian dollars and are subject to change. Student fees include Student Association Fees, Halifax Transit Bus Pass, Dental and Medical Insurance, SMUfit, Campus Renewal and Copyright fees. ** Residence and Meal rates are based on a Double Room with a 7-day freedom plan.
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STUDY AND WORK IN CANADA Prior to coming to Canada, international students are required to
SCHOLARSHIPS
obtain a study permit and, depending on your country of citizenship,
Saint Mary’s University rewards academic excellence with over $5 million dedicated to
Canada. For more information, consult Citizen and Immigration
student scholarships annually. As a high school student, if your application is received by March 15, you will be automatically assessed for an entrance scholarship. Students who apply after March 15 will be considered for entrance scholarships as resources permit. We also reward continuous improvement: you may be eligible for a scholarship, or a
IB Result
95%+
36+
$8,000 total value / $2,000 per year
90-94.99%
33-35
$4,000 total value / $1,000 per year
85-89.99%
30-32
$3,500 total value / $500 first year, $1,000 per year afterward
80-84.99%
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*Scholarship average is based on admission average in five subjects at time of application. Additional entrance scholarships range from $200 to $36,000. For information on additional funding, please visit smu.ca/scholarships.
with the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council. Working while a student in Canada work while studying, which allows you to earn money and valuable
Scholarship Average*
$14,000 total value / $3,500 per year
Canada at cic.gc.ca or contact an Immigration Consultant registered
As an international student at Saint Mary’s, you are permitted to
higher valued scholarship, should your admission average increase by July 31. Entrance Scholarship
a temporary resident visa issued by Citizenship and Immigration
work experience. Specifically, the Government of Canada allows full-time academic international students to work on or off campus part-time (20 hours per week) during the academic year and full-time (40 hours per week) when classes are not in session. The International Centre at Saint Mary’s is a helpful resource, conducting regular sessions about working in Canada. After graduation The Nova Scotia Provincial Nominee Program offers international graduates a route to immigrate to Nova Scotia. An international graduate from a Canadian university with a job offer from a Nova Scotia employer can apply for permanent residency through the nominee program’s Skilled Worker stream. Learn more online at novascotiaimmigration.ca. 27
AREAS OF STUDY
When you’re ready to focus your studies, these are the disciplines available to you. Don’t worry, we’re here to help you make the right choice.
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Accounting...................................................................................................... 16
French............................................................................................................. 12
Anthropology.................................................................................................. 12
General Business Studies.............................................................................. 16
Asian Studies.................................................................................................. 12
Geography (Arts)............................................................................................ 12
Astrophysics................................................................................................... 20
Geography (Science)...................................................................................... 20
Atlantic Canada Studies................................................................................. 12
Geology........................................................................................................... 20
Biology............................................................................................................ 20
German Studies (Minor only)......................................................................... 12
Business Studies (Minor only)....................................................................... 12
Global Business Management....................................................................... 16
Chemistry........................................................................................................ 20
History............................................................................................................. 12
Classics........................................................................................................... 12
Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations ���������������������������� 16
Computing and Information Systems............................................................ 16
International Development Studies............................................................... 12
Computing Science........................................................................................ 20
Irish Studies.................................................................................................... 12
Computing Science and Business Administration �������������������������������������� 20
Latin American Studies (Minor only).............................................................. 12
Creative Writing (Minor only).......................................................................... 12
Linguistics....................................................................................................... 12
Criminology..................................................................................................... 12
Management................................................................................................... 16
Economics (Arts)............................................................................................ 12
Marketing........................................................................................................ 16
Economics (Business).................................................................................... 16
Mathematics (Arts)......................................................................................... 12
Engineering (Diploma).................................................................................... 21
Mathematics (Science)................................................................................... 20
English............................................................................................................ 12
Philosophy...................................................................................................... 12
Entrepreneurship (Arts).................................................................................. 12
Physics............................................................................................................ 20
Entrepreneurship (Business).......................................................................... 16
Political Science............................................................................................. 12
Environmental Science................................................................................... 20
Psychology (Arts)........................................................................................... 12
Environmental Studies (Degree).................................................................... 13
Psychology (Science)..................................................................................... 20
Film Studies (Minor only)................................................................................ 12
Religious Studies............................................................................................ 12
Finance........................................................................................................... 16
Sociology........................................................................................................ 12
Forensic Sciences (Diploma)......................................................................... 20
Spanish and Hispanic Culture....................................................................... 12
ADMISSIONS AND RECRUITMENT
Application or entrance scholarship status recruitment@smu.ca Tel: 902.420.5415
RESIDENCE
residence.life@smu.ca Tel: 902.420.5598
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