University of Calgary

The University of Calgary is a comprehensive research university, ranked one of Canada's top seven research universities, combining long-established university traditions within the city of Calgary's vibrant energy and diversity. The university is home to scholars in 17 faculties(offering more than 100 academic programmes) and more than 30 research institutes and centres.

Carleton University

Carleton's beautiful 62-hectare campus is just 10 minutes from the centre of Ottawa, the capital of Canada, and 2 hours from Montreal. An extensive tunnel system links all 31 buildings on campus, making Carleton one of the most accessible universities in the country or take the option of skating to town after class on the frozen canals!
At Carleton, campus life is enriched by more than 100 clubs and student organizations, including an FM radio station, a student-run weekly newspaper and theatre troupe.

McGill University

Great thinkers have passed through the gates of McGill and its students have a reputation for being bright, ambitious and likely to succeed. It's an exciting place to study, with a rich history and a wealth of diversity.

McGill is located in Montréal, Québec, Canada. The downtown campus is nestled at the foot of Mount Royal Park, facing the commercial district in the heart of the city. The campus consists of 70 buildings, both heritage and modern, that span 32 hectares (80 acres) of prime real estate.

McMaster University

Over 1,000 faculty members and more than 2,200 staff persons contribute to the teaching activities of the University as well as to the rich variety of research and scholarly programs which have made McMaster one of the top research institutions in the country. McMaster's library system comprises more than 1.5 million volumes, 1.7 million microfilm items and collections such as the Bertrand Russell Archives and the 18th century materials.

Université du Québec à Montréal

The Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) is a French speaking university with an international feel, due to its location in downtown Montréal. The quality of its programmes, its research centred around social and cultural changes, and its creative innovations have contributed to its good standing.

French Language is required

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

Ideal for the student wishing to totally immerse themselves in the French language, the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières is located halfway between Montréal and Québec. One of the university's most attractive features is its relaxed, informal atmosphere in which students and professors work together closely in teaching and research activities.

The university offers its 11,000 students a quiet, pleasant environment including a large campus with plenty of green open spaces. It also assures them a first-rate education through the dedication and specialized skills of the professors and the availability of advanced techniques. At UQTR, learning and research involve the same hard work as anywhere else - but under far more pleasant conditions.

French language required

Queen's University

Queen's is a residential university with 85% of first-year students living in residence, and most upper year students living within walking distance of the University.
Centrally located along the shore of Lake Ontario, Kingston has a population of 140,000. Kingston has five major parkland areas within a 20-minute drive and 14 recreation facilities. Kingston has 17 museums. Kington is only a 2 ½ hour drive from Toronto and Montreal, and 2 hours from Ottawa and Syracuse, New York.

Simon Fraser University

The University, named after explorer Simon Fraser opened in September 1965. In less than 40 years SFU has gained an international reputation for its strengths in the liberal arts and sciences, as well as for its innovative interdisciplinary and professional programs. It has been rated as Canada's best comprehensive university five times. Distinctive architecture is an outstanding feature of the Burnaby Mountain campus, an interconnected complex of buildings based on the original design concept of Arthur Erickson and Geoffrey Massey. The campus, a half-hour drive from downtown Vancouver, offers magnificent views of Burrard Inlet and the Lower Mainland.

Not suitable for Fine Art, English, Business, PACI

University of Toronto

Along with the diversity of a world-class university, U of T also offers the intimate scale of small college life. The university is composed of 10 colleges, each with a distinctive feel and sense of community. It has more than 150 student clubs and organizations on all three campuses and innumerable activities ranging from cultural events at Hart House to intercollegiate and intramural sporting activities.

University of Victoria

The University is situated in the town of Victoria on beautiful Vancouver Island just off the west coast of Canada and would particularly suit students who enjoy an outdoor lifestyle as there are many parks, trails, ski resorts and water sport activities close by.

The University of Victoria ranks consitently among the top comprehensive universities in Canada. It provides innovative programme's and real-life learning experience in a diverse and welcoming West Coat environment. The University is widely recognized for it's innovative and responsive approach and interdisciplinary and international initiatives.

University of Waterloo

The University of Waterloo offers you a dynamic learning experience. What they teach is always fresh and relevant, in part because they attract some of the best researchers in the world, who have received international recognition and are great teachers, too. The University of Waterloo values teaching, and each year their students, professors, and staff recognize these outstanding teachers. And to add even more to your learning experience, you will find the latest in computing hardware and software, state-of-the-art labs, a wealth of material to support your studies in our libraries, and international exchange opportunities that allow your learning experience to extend well beyond the University campus.

Engineering, Maths & Geography students only

University of Western Ontario

Founded in 1878, The University of Western Ontario is one of Canada’s oldest and best universities. The first students graduated in arts and medicine in 1883. The University is located on 155 hectares of land along the banks of the Thames River in London, Ontario - a thriving city of 432,451 people, 200 kilometers west of Toronto.

Today, The University of Western Ontario is a vibrant centre of learning with 1,164 faculty members and almost 29,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Through its 12 Faculties and Schools, and three affiliated Colleges, the University offers more than 60 different degree and diploma programs. Research is an integral part of the University’s mission and external support for research projects totals approximately $141.5 million per year.

York University

York University reflects the energy and vibrance of Toronto, Canada's largest city. Because York has two separate and distinct campuses, you have a choice of settings in which to study. The Keele campus, located in the north-west section of Toronto, is more modern-looking and houses the majority of students - approximately 40,000 students attend the Keele campus. The picturesque Glendon campus, located in mid-town Toronto, has approximately 2,000 students. Both campuses offer the same basic services including a book store, library, computing facilities, residence, recreation and fitness facilities, and cafeterias.

York University has a world-wide reputation for excellence in teaching and research as demonstrated by its impressive record of external teaching awards. For instance, 50 of 271 Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA) teaching awards granted since 1973 have gone to York faculty.

Suitable for Visual Arts students