HANDS-ON LEARNING

Lakehead University offers you hands-on experience related to your field of study before you even graduate, giving you a competitive advantage as you enter into your career.

100% OF STUDENTS

TAKE PART IN EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Top 4 In Ontario For Experiential Learning

(Maclean’s University Rankings 2022)

Research

Every day, we are inspiring and creating leaders. At most universities, the opportunity to get involved in research is unlikely during your undergraduate years. At Lakehead, we encourage our students to seek out research opportunities beginning in their undergraduate programs. Our extensive Research & Innovation Week activities, Undergraduate Research Day and research publications allow students and faculty alike to showcase the work they are doing.

PRACTICUMS, PLACEMENTS AND FIELD EXPERIENCES

Many of our programs have integrated practicums and placements, or the opportunity for field schools and trips. These experiences can range from six-week clinical placement courses in Nursing or field practice experiences with human service agencies in Social Work, to exploring the ecosystem of a natural, environmentally-protected bog in Environmental Sciences.

Internships

Many of our programs include internship or field school opportunities. Translate the concepts and principles learned in class into practical skills in the workplace. Research internships are great opportunities to enhance your field of study and can often lead to summer or even full-time employment.

Community Engagement

IN CANADA FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT RESEARCH INCOME

(RE$EARCH Infosource 2022, Undergraduate Category)

Community service learning provides you the opportunity to link your studies with our local communities. Many of our courses allow you to contribute towards helping address critical social issues in our neighbourhoods.