University of New Brunswick International Viewbook 2023-2024

WELCOME TO NEW BRUNSWICK , CANADA

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The Province of New Brunswick is located on Canada’s east coast, just north of the American border. It is a beautiful, historic destination with a young, active population and lots to do. Whether you choose to live in Fredericton or Saint John, you’ll be surrounded by a supportive and welcoming community ready to make you feel at home.

Fredericton and Saint John have vibrant art and music scenes, fabulous farmers’ markets and endless places to explore outdoors. We’re also surrounded by picturesque rivers, ocean, parks and trails. Both UNB campuses are within a short driving distance of the cities’ main airports, connecting the campuses to the rest of the world.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES

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UNB has a team of integrated support staff available to help international students adjust to life in Canada and provide support throughout their time at UNB. The following services are available to students in Fredericton and in Saint John:

• Access to an international student advisor as soon as you are accepted to UNB

• Airport pickup during designated arrival periods

• Orientation programs upon arrival

• Access to academic advisors and faculty mentors

• On-campus health clinics

• Math help centre

• Writing help centre

• Employment centre

• Accessibility centre

• Personal and career counselling

• Student Union representation

• Access to a student advocate and human rights officer

• Cultural activities

• Athletic facilities and leisure activities

• Numerous student clubs and societies

WHY CHOOSE UNB?

Located on the east coast of Canada, the University of New Brunswick is big enough to deliver world-class teaching and research, but small enough to offer a personalized student experience. UNB is consistently rated among Canada’s top 10 comprehensive universities.

We know that our students are looking for an education that prepares them for a global future and equips them with the critical thinking, resourcefulness and creativity to harness their true potential.

Education at UNB is about mentorship, collaboration and discovery. It’s about taking chances and believing in your power to create a future that matters.

TOP RATED

UNB is a QS five-star rated university.

OVER 100 PROGRAMS

Explore your passions and tailor your education with 100+ undergraduate and graduate programs to choose from.

15 :1

STUDENT-TOFACULTY RATIO

At UNB, your professors know you by name.

LEADING RESEARCH FACILITIES

UNB houses more than 20 leading research institutes and centres and over 65 major research laboratories.

24/7 SUPPORT

Whenever you need us, we are here to help you succeed with academic support and advising as well as health and well-being services in a safe campus environment.

HOW TO APPLY

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STEP 1 Create a UNB application account and complete the online application at unb.ca/international/apply. To avoid delays in the processing of your application, please:

• Verify that the name on your application matches the name on your transcripts and the name that appears on your passport.

• Provide your permanent home address in your home country.

STEP 2 Pay the application fee (we can’t process your application without it). The fee is $125.00 CDN and is non-refundable. Applicants can pay by credit card through the secure online payment option when completing their online application. If an alternative method of payment is needed, do not hesitate to contact the International Recruitment Centre (international@unb.ca) for help in arranging payment of the application fee.

STEP 3 Mail us all relevant documents from the list below:

• Official or notarized transcripts/grades for ALL secondary or high schools, colleges and universities you have attended. All applicants MUST disclose any prior or current attendance at a university or other post-secondary institution in Canada or abroad, regardless of whether they are seeking transfer credit. Failure to disclose this information may result in a rejection of the student’s application or subsequent suspension from UNB.

• If your transcripts are not in English, send a copy of the original transcript and provide a certified translation.

• If applicable, submit the results from any academic tests you have taken, such as Cambridge ‘O’ and ‘A’ levels, CXC, or others.

• If you are applying for direct admission to an undergraduate program at UNB and are not exempt from our English language requirements, submit your English language proficiency test score (UNB accepts IELTS, MELAB, TOEFL iBT, CAEL, CanTest and Pearson VUE).

• If you are applying to transfer from a post-secondary institution to UNB, you must submit official course outlines to be assessed for credit transfer. All course outlines must be provided in English. A course outline (also known as a syllabus) is a document that typically provides a detailed summary of topics to be covered in a course, titles of reading materials and the grading policy.

• If you are over the age of 21, you are considered a mature student and must submit a résumé of your education and work experience* since high school.

PROGRAMS FREDERICTON CAMPUS

ARTS

Anthropology

Applied Arts

Business Administration

Classical Studies

Classics

EDUCATION

LEADERSHIP STUDIES

RENAISSANCE COLLEGE

Environmental Sciences

General Science Geological Studies Mathematics Mathematics-Physics

Mathematics/Statistics-Economics Medicinal Chemistry Physics Psychology Statistics

NURSING

SCIENCE

Music Neuroscience Philosophy Political Science Psychology

Sociology

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Cybersecurity (with cybersecurity option)

Software Engineering (joint degree program)

KINESIOLOGY

PROGRAMS SAINT JOHN CAMPUS

ARTS

Biology

Communication Studies

Comparative Literature

Criminal Justice Studies

Economics

English

French Gender Studies

History

Linguistics

Mathematics Philosophy Politics Psychology

Sociology Statistics

BUSINESS

Accounting

Applied Management

Digital Business Design

Economics

Finance

French Communication & Culture

Human Resources Management

Marketing

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Computer Networking

Software Engineering

EDUCATION

ENGINEERING

Chemical

Civil Electrical Geodesy & Geomatics

Geological Mechanical Software Diploma in Engineering

Diploma available in Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical & Software

HEALTH

Biomedical Sciences and Health Management in Health Society and Health

The Bachelor of Health is an interdisciplinary program jointly offered by the Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Business and Faculty of Science, Applied Science and Engineering

HEALTH SCIENCES

Radiography

Respiratory Therapy

NURSING SCIENCE Biology

Biology-Psychology Chemistry Economics Environmental Biology Geology

Marine Biology Mathematics Mathematics-Economics Physics Psychology Statistics

For a list of courses required for entry into the program of your choice, visit unb.ca/ international/admission

• It is still possible to submit an application past this date for some faculties, although applying early ensures your application receives timely consideration.

*Application deadline for the Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Health Sciences is February 15.

RESIDENCE CONFIRMATION

DEADLINE: MAY 15

• Confirm your room in residence by paying the residence application fee.

APPLY FOR A STUDY

PERMIT: END OF MAY †

• Apply at cic.gc.ca.

† It is recommended that students apply for their study permit as soon as they receive their letter of acceptance.

SUMMER

• Students receive residence room assignments and orientation information.

• Contact your faculty advisor for course registration.

WELCOME TO UNB: SEPTEMBER

• International Student Airport Pickup.

• International Student Orientation.