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Lakehead is for
YOU
When you become a Lakehead student, you become part of a diverse and dynamic community that will support you from the time you arrive through to graduation. We believe in the potential of our students, and are committed to helping you build the academic skills and confidence needed to succeed.
Ambition and curiosity to pursue the unconventional is at the heart of the Lakehead experience. Our highly acclaimed, award winning faculty will challenge and teach you how to think, not what to think.
Through hands-on learning opportunities and individual academic experiences, that expand beyond our lecture halls, our students are offered a truly unique experience. At Lakehead, you will develop the knowledge and skills for your university years and beyond.
Welcome to your future. Welcome to Lakehead.
Lakehead University respectfully acknowledges its campuses are located on the traditional lands of Indigenous Peoples.
Lakehead Thunder Bay is located on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850. Lakehead Orillia is located on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. The Anishinaabeg include the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Pottawatomi nations, collectively known as the Three Fires Confederacy.
Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses, and is committed to a relationship with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples based on the principles of mutual trust, respect, reciprocity, and collaboration in the spirit of reconciliation.
THUNDERWOLVES Hear from our
My favourite thing about Lakehead is the students. The campus is so diverse and being able to talk to others from around the world, seeing and hearing different perspectives, all while learning a variety of different cultures and practices makes everyday a truly unique experience.
Katelyn Cribby ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, 2024
I chose Lakehead for several reasons. These include the abundant opportunities to perform undergraduate research, the incredibly generous entrance scholarships, the relatively small class sizes, and the ability to stay in my hometown.
Ashton Henderson BIOLOGY & CHEMISTRY, 2024
The Interdisciplinary Studies program gave me so much choice and allowed me to combine all my passions into one degree! I was even able to minor in Gender and Women's Studies to add more to my degree.
Gillian Woods INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES, 2024
My favorite memory so far is completing my first Integrated Circuit design and having it manufactured and tested at the university lab. I was very proud that all the work my peers and I put into the project resulted in a functional design that could be published in academia. The hands-on, practical experience in the lab has been so rewarding!
Pierre Leduc ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, 2024
There is a lot of experiential learning opportuinities in the Indigenous Learning program, which offers another layer of obtaining knowledge that is very hands-on and informative. We often did smudging, created Indigenous art, and were visited by many elders who offered their guidance to us. This type of learning is high quality.
Brooklyn MacKenzie INDIGENOUS LEARNING, 2024
THUNDER BAY
Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, Thunder Bay hosts dynamic city life along with the most breathtaking natural backdrop. You will find it difficult to imagine a more beautiful and natural place to live and learn.
123,200+ POPULATION
305 DAYS OF PER YEAR SUNSHINE
50+ ANNUAL CITY EVENTS & FESTIVALS
200+ RESTAURANTS FEATURING FOODS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
4
MAJOR AIRLINES
THUNDER BAY AIRPORT AIR CANADA , WEST JET, FLAIR & PORTER
HOME OF THE SLEEPING GIANT
ONE OF CANADA’S 7 WONDERS
Experience an unbeatable quality of life. From live theatre, festivals and concerts to shopping, great nightlife and a vibrant arts and culture scene, there is something for everyone. Outdoor enthusiasts, get ready! Thunder Bay has unlimited outdoor activities to enjoy in all four seasons.
Situated in the heart of the City of Thunder Bay, our campus is where your journey begins.
THUNDER BAY CAMPUS
6,700+ STUDENTS
15:1RATIO
1LAKE+ RIVER RUNNING
CAMPUS 65+ PROGRAMS
100+ HECTARES OF CAMPUS SPACE
Tour Campus
Surrounded by green space and clear blue waters with buildings conveniently situated together on over 100 hectares of land, Lakehead provides a true campus feel.
Underground tunnels connect many of the main, centralized buildings on campus, allowing for easy access between classes, labs and facilities. Paved trails weave through campus, making it the perfect place to take in the beauty and reflect upon lessons learned in class.
ORILLIA
Nestled on the shores of Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe, Orillia is a vibrant city with over 33,400 people. Orillia has all the amenities of a large urban centre, with small-town charm that offers year-round opportunities for arts, culture, recreation, and music.
33,400+ POPULATION
101+ RESTAURANTS
200+km
WALKING & BIKING TRAILS
GATEWAY TO 20-MINUTE DRIVE FROM BARRIE
COTTAGE COUNTRY
Surrounded by beautiful open spaces, maintain the balance of work and play and explore one of the many trails in and around the city. Once in the downtown area, you will find yourself wandering through the Farmers’ Market and specialty shops, or simply relax at a waterfront park.
Several cafés, restaurants, movie theatres and locally-owned treasures make for excellent social spots to get together with friends after class. The neighbourhood surrounding campus is a growth area, with new housing developments, convenient shopping, and new coffee shops and restaurants steadily emerging.
As part of a modern and growing campus, play an important role in shaping student life.
2,200+ STUDENTS
13:1RATIO
ENVIRONMENTALLY DESIGNED AND CERTIFIED CAMPUS (LEED)
20+ PROGRAMS
2 CAMPUS LOCATIONS UNIVERSITY AVENUE AND HERITAGE PLACE
ORILLIA CAMPUS Tour
Campus
Located within the heart of Ontario’s Lake Country, you will benefit from the full Lakehead experience at the Orillia campus, less than a 90-minute drive from Toronto.
Walking through Simcoe Hall or Heritage Place, you will get to know your classmates and professors, becoming an integral part of the campus community. Make yourself at home in a state-of-the-art campus.
RESIDENCE TYPE:
Apartments and Townhouses
• 4 private, furnished bedrooms with high speed internet
• Shared furnished living and dining areas, kitchen and four-piece washroom plus a two-piece washroom
• Utilities included and card-operated laundry
• Parking pass available for purchase
Townhouse Room - $7,928 Apartment Room - $7,928 Optional meal plans available.
RESIDENCE TYPE:
Residence Halls
• Single rooms furnished with high speed internet
• Bathroom shared with one other student
• Double bed with in-suite sink
• Choice of 2 compulsory declining meal plans
• Every floor includes laundry facilities, kitchenette and quiet study room
STAYING ACTIVE
CAMPUS FACILITIES
THUNDER BAY
A few steps away from the residence and our academic buildings, you’ll find our on-campus fitness facilities. Stay active at the C.J. Sanders Fieldhouse, a 15,000 square-foot gymnasium, or at The Hangar, a 50,000 square-foot student athletic facility. Constructed in 2021, the 30,000 square foot Wolf Den houses a new gymnasium and bright and spacious weight and cardio rooms. Campus Recreation and Club sports offices are also housed here. Full access to the athletic facilities is included with your tuition and student fees.
Features Include:
• Weight Rooms
• Cardio Machines
• Hot Yoga Studio
• Beach Volleyball Courts
• Olympic-sized Swimming Pool
• Indoor 200-metre Track
• Full Indoor Soccer Field
ORILLIA
• ‘Thunderdome’ Gymnasium
• Aerobics Studio
• Outdoor Sports Fields
• Change Rooms & Saunas
• High-Performance Hockey Centre
• Wolf Den Gymnasium
• Kinesiology Labs
Join one of the many active clubs, recreational sport leagues, or try out for a varsity sport team. Enjoy a workout between classes in our fitness room on campus. Our outdoor rink provides students the opportunity to skate in the winter and play ball hockey in the fall. With both indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities in Orillia and the region, you will have the opportunity to balance your studies with physical activity to stay healthy.
CLUB & INTRAMURAL SPORTS
Based on student interest and leadership: Basketball, Cricket, Curling, Dance, Dodgeball, Equestrian, Flag Football, Hockey, Innertube Basketball, Rowing, Soccer, Spikeball, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball
VARSITY TEAMS
Based on student interest and leadership: Basketball, Cross-Country Running, Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Nordic Skiing, Track & Field, Volleyball, Wrestling
Thunder Bay: thunderwolves.ca
Orillia: orilliathunderwolves.ca
STUDENT
Whatever it is you love – student government, leadership, music, gaming, or volunteering – there is no shortage of opportunities to get involved.
PARTICIPATE IN CULTURAL EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
EMPOWER YOURSELF IN LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
ATTEND RESIDENCE ACTIVITIES, EVENTS & SOIRÉES
VIEWS
LUSU is run for students, by students. Become part of the team that ensures students can pursue academic excellence as well as personal and social growth at Lakehead, free from barriers. Get involved in one of the LUSU Centres, such as the Indigenous Student Resource Centre, Gender Equity Centre, Multicultural Centre, Pride Central, or the Food Resource Centre. Opportunities to represent the student body on the University’s academic governance body, the Senate, and various Senate committees are also great ways to share the student voice and be involved.
ASSOCIATIONS & SOCIETIES
Clubs are the cornerstone of student life at Lakehead. Whether you are interested in sports, movies, video games, politics, or academics, a club exists to fill your need to broaden your ways of thinking and living life. See our website for a list of clubs, academic associations and societies to join. If you can’t find one you like you can start your own!
You can showcase and track your extracurricular skills you have obtained through your Co-Curricular Record (CCR). The CCR is an ideal way to complement your academic transcript when applying for jobs or applying to a graduate or professional program.
ARGUS NEWSPAPER & LU RADIO
Are you a passionate writer, journalist or creative photographer? Do you have a love of music and want to share it with the world? If so, get involved with The Argus or our community FM radio station at our Thunder Bay campus.
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Develop new skills and grow as a person while getting involved in group activities and meaningful projects through various on-campus leadership programs. Our LVLup Leadership Program, Niiji Indigenous Mentorship Program and Student Ambassador Program allow you to pursue your own personal aspirations while gaining experience and skills that will stand out to future employers.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
Both Thunder Bay and Orillia offer close access to some of Canada’s greatest outdoor downhill ski resorts and cross-country skiing facilities. After a day on the slopes, relax with friends around a cozy bonfire. Connecting with yourself is in our nature. Enjoy our natural surroundings and take in our nearby lakes. Or take your yoga mat to some of our beautiful locations on campus to connect simply with yourself. Grab your hiking boots or bike and explore many of our pristine trail systems in and around the Thunder Bay area and Simcoe County.
EXPLORE YOUR BACKYARD WITH OFF-CAMPUS EXCURSIONS
MAKE A DIFFERENCE & JOIN OUR STUDENT UNION (LUSU)
HAVE A BLAST IN CAMPUS RECREATION
JOIN ONE OF OUR 60+ CLUBS
STUDENT CENTRAL
YOUR SUPPORTS Available to all students:
Whether you are a new student arriving on campus for the first time or getting ready to graduate, Student Central provides you with a convenient way to access support in one central location. From applying to Lakehead through to enrolment and registration, financial support and academic advising, our dedicated, cross-trained Student Central Professionals are here to suport you in your success.
lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral
ACADEMIC SUCCESS
• Group Tutoring
Our supportive and student-centred philosophy gives you the highest potential for success. We are here to help you from your first day on campus through to graduation.
FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE
• Orientation
• Student Ambassador Program
• First-Year Seminar Courses
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
• Career Exploration & Advising
• Essential Employability Coaching & Workshops
• Academic Advising & Support
• Student Success Advising
• Peer Tutoring & Peer-Assisted Learning
• Writing Supports
• Registration Assistance & Course Planning
• Library Services
• Student Accessibility Services
• Assistive Technology
FINANCIAL
• Financial Planning & Budgeting Support
• Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards
• Student Loans
• OSAP Assistance
• Online Tuition Payment
• Networking, Industry & Employment Fairs
• Resume Writing Support
• Job Search & Interview Preparation
• Job Bank (On- & Off-campus opportunities)
• Co-operative Education Preparation & Advising
• Leadership Development
• Co-Curricular Record
MORE SUPPORTS
• Childcare (Thunder Bay)
• Pride Central
• Off-Campus Housing
• Food Bank
TOP 5 Among the
IN ONTARIO FOR
STUDENT SERVICES
(Primarily Undergraduate, Maclean’s, 2024)
ACADEMIC PREPAREDNESS
The Student Success Centre offers services to help students achieve their academic and professional goals. We provide academic supports through the Academic Support Zone's Study Clubs, one-on-one peer tutoring, writing coach appointments, and academic skills development workshops. We also coordinate student orientation and transition activities, run a leadership development program, and participate in student experience events. Join us throughout the year to connect with fellow colleagues, staff, and faculty. We're here to help students succeed!
Thunder Bay: ssc@lakeheadu.ca
Orillia: orillia.ssc@lakeheadu.ca
Connect
lakeheadu.ca/ssc
WELLNESS SUPPORT
Student Health and Wellness provides a range of health, mental health, and wellness services and programs to get the most out of your Lakehead experience. Student Health and Wellness is an environment that facilitates physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual health.
SERVICES INCLUDE:
• Health and Medical Services
• Mental Health and Counselling Services
• Health Promotion
• Wellness Programming
Thunder Bay: health@lakeheadu.ca
Orillia: orluwell@lakeheadu.ca
CAREER EXPLORATION
Connect with Career Services & Co-op to develop your career path, learn about options connected to your chosen field of study, and increase your confidence in job search, interview techniques, resume and cover letter writing, and more. In the Career Zone you’ll find drop-in support as well as opportunities to attend workshops and connect with employers. Connect with us online and speak with a career coach, access job postings, and review other essential employment-related resources. Career Services & Co-op provides support to students seeking co-op positions, part-time, seasonal, or graduate work.
careers.coop@lakeheadu.ca
Connect
lakeheadu.ca/careerzone
ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATION
Student Accessibility Services (SAS) staff collaborate with students, staff and faculty to facilitate the provision of academic accommodations (e.g. access to lecture material, extra time on tests, assistive technology) for students with disabilities/ medical conditions while maintaining academic standards and integrity. Students can register with SAS for a wide variety of disabilities/medical conditions that are permanent or temporary;
INCLUDES SUPPORT FOR:
• Learning Disabilities
• Acquired Brain Injuries
• ADHD
• Mobility
• Mental Health
• Vision
• Medical Conditions
• Hearing
SAS welcomes students to a supportive atmosphere where services are delivered respectfully and confidentially.
Thunder Bay: sas@lakeheadu.ca
Orillia: oraccess@lakeheadu.ca
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lakeheadu.ca/sas
CAREER READY
Enrich your education by applying your knowledge and strengthening your skills. Take your expertise into local communities, the lab, the workplace, or even around the world.
ACCESS TO EXCEPTIONAL RESEARCH FACILITIES
TEACHING PLACEMENTS IN PUBLIC & PRIVATE SCHOOLS
As part of my undergraduate degree in Software Engineering, one of our projects was to develop a system that would benefit society. Inspired by my grandmother, I devised an enhanced solution for fall detection. My supervisor recognized the potential of my project and directed me to Lakehead Ingenuity. I applied and was accepted to the Ingenuity Ascend Accelerator Program, which provided me invaluable business expertise and funding to kickstart my business, Silver Vantage Software. This program transitioned my idea, developed as part of my undergraduate project, into a business opportunity.
Christopher Silver Software Engineering, BEng (2023), Electrical & Computer Engineering, MEng (2024)
LEARN BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Gain practical, hands-on experience through a variety of experiential learning opportunities available across all our undergraduate programs. The following icons are throughout the Viewbook indicating which programs offer these experiential learning opportunities:
CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION
With more than 27 co-op programs, you have the opportunity to graduate with hands-on, practical experience to gain an understanding of what it is like to work within your chosen field.
INTERNSHIPS
Translate the concepts and principles learned in the classroom into practical skills in the workplace.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Bring your time and expertise to our local communities, and integrate classroom theory with community experience to make a difference. Challenge yourself to engage with your learning in innovative ways.
UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
Work alongside world-renowned researchers to build the academic skills needed to develop new knowledge that contributes to your field of study and create meaningful change within society.
PRACTICUMS, PLACEMENTS & FIELD EXPERIENCE
Integrated practicums, placements, and/or field schools are designed to provide you with practical work experience as part of your learning experience. These experiences can include a sixweek clinical placement in Nursing, working with human services agencies in Social Work, or exploring the ecosystem of a natural, environmentally protected bog in Environmental Sciences.
INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Many programs offer international educational opportunities as a core, or optional, component of the curriculum.
GLOBAL ME PROGRAM
Immerse yourself in the dynamic culture of another country while completing your degree. During an international exchange, you will remain a Lakehead student and continue to pay your Lakehead tuition even though you will be studying in another country.
lakeheadu.ca/international/globalme
100% OF GRADUATES HAVE AT LEAST ONE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITY
INDIGENOUS STUDENTS
Lakehead University is the university of choice for First Nation, Métis, and Inuit learners.
12% INDIGENOUS STUDENTS
3 INDIGENOUS ACCESS PROGRAMS ITYP, ISTEM, INEP
2 INDIGENOUS TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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Lakehead University offers culturally supportive services for Indigenous students, along with culturally supportive and comfortable spaces on campus.
• Academic Workshops
• Service Referrals
• Visiting Elders
• Counselling
• Transitional Support
• Funding Support
• Cultural Teachings
The Gakina Nindinawemaaganag ‘All My Relations’ Student Lounge (Thunder Bay) and The Maawnjigamig ‘Where We Gather’ Academic Support Zone and Wiigwasitig Gitigaan “Birch Tree Garden” (Orillia) create space for community and connection.
Thunder Bay: adm.issc@lakeheadu.ca
Orillia: orillia.ii@lakeheadu.ca
We are here for YOU!
Our International Student Services (ISS) teams at our Thunder Bay and Orillia campuses offer culturally focused supports and programming that help international students, like you, transition and succeed in their academic studies, life and work in Canada. ISS has international advisors prepared to assist with personal, cultural, financial, immigration, health, and wellness advice to support you from the day you arrive until the day you graduate.
PEER MENTOR PROGRAM
Connects new students with upper-year students in their program to help support their transition to Lakehead.
NORTHERN NATURE CONNECT PROGRAM
Immerses students in the natural environment surrounding campus as a means of connection, rejuvenation, and wellness.
LAKEHEAD GLOBAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Recognizes students who, throughout their time at Lakehead, have demonstrated a commitment to the development of intercultural communication skills, cultural intelligence, and global competency.
GLOBAL AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
Recognizes students who, throughout their time at Lakehead have demonstrated a commitment to engage, connect, and collaborate with their peers on campus, in the community and globally by building positive and meaningful relationships that reflect each others' uniqueness and celebrate intercultural experiences.
AACSB Accredited
One of the 6% of business programs worldwide accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
CPA Accredited
Accounting majors graduate with the requirements of the CPA Prerequisite Education Program (PREP) requirements.
CFA Institute University Affiliation Program
Finance major incorporates at least 70% of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK) and places emphasis on the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct.
CAREER PATHS
Accountant
Sales Account Manager
Marketing Specialist
Financial Analyst
Human Resource Officer
IT Specialist
Entrepreneur Manager & Executive
Not
all business schools are
created equal. We’re definitely not business as usual at Lakehead.
Offered in collaboration with one of our European partner universities. Earn two degrees in 4 Years, and study abroad without paying additional tuition!
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Whether you have an entrepreneurial spirit, the desire to give back to society, or the drive to become a future CEO, business education at Lakehead will prepare you to navigate the increasing complexities of the global business environment.
FACULTY OF PROGRAMS
Our classes link you to the business world with theory and hands-on practical applications. Smaller classes mean you work closely with your professors and build a strong network with your classmates. Case studies and other experiential learning activities allow you to implement theory and build the skills employers seek. Accounting
Business Administration
Business Analytics & Information
Business Economics Finance
Leading the way for a brighter future. It’s in our roots.
EDUCATION
Lakehead has a rich history of training future educators. Our approach supports the discovery of your teaching style while exposing you to realworld challenges, which allows you to create inspiring educational experiences. This will prepare you to be a leader in various disciplines that shape education, not just in Canada but around the globe.
105 Days of In-Class Placements
Discover your teaching style, with necessary job market experience. Optional international and Indigenous community placements available.
Accelerated Programs
Earn a 4-year degree and 2-year Education degree in only 5 years! Accelerated programs offered include: English, History, and Kinesiology.
Concurrent Education
Start your teaching career faster and earn two degrees at the same time. Study the program of your choice, while also taking Education classes.
Consecutive Education (2nd Degree)
Gain practical, experiential learning to prepare you for membership to the Ontario College of Teachers.
Primary Junior (P/J): JK - Grade 6
Intermediate Senior (I/S): Grades 7-12
CAREER PATHS
Teacher
FACULTY OF PROGRAMS
Principal
Your Lakehead degree will enable you to become a classroom teacher in your hometown, another province, an Indigenous community, or internationally. The skills and experience you gain may also lead you to non-traditional educational settings such as adult education, English language schools, training organizations, and children and community development associations.
Teacher Education - Concurrent
Teacher Education - Consecutive
Indigenous Teacher Education
Continuing Teacher Education (AQ) Technological Education
Director of Education
Second Language Teacher
School Counsellor
Adult Literacy Teacher
Park or Museum Interpreter
Athletics Director
Curriculum Developer
Highlights
CEAB Accredited
Accreditation of Bachelor of Engineering programming by The Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB).
Combined BEng & MBA
The only place in Canada where you can earn a Master of Business Administration at the same time as your Engineering degree.
Co-op Advantage
Co-op is an option with every Engineering degree. Undertake paid work as part of your degree and start your career before you even graduate!
Diploma + Degree
The only place in Canada where you can earn an Engineering Technology Diploma and Bachelor of Engineering Degree in only 4-years!
CO-OP EMPLOYERS
Bruce Power
OPG
General Motors
Honda Tbaytel
Enbridge
EllisDon
McElhanney Ltd
BC Hydro
AECOM
Resolute Forest Products
Alstom
JD Barnes Ltd
Magna International
Tulloch Engineering
We believe Engineering is for everyone - including you.
FACULTY OF
ENGINEERING
Earn an Engineering Degree and Technology Diploma in 4 Years. Lakehead Engineering offers high-quality professional engineering education that is open to everyone.
Lakehead is the only place in Canada where you will earn an Engineering Technology Diploma and Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in only four years. Students can also achieve an MBA at the same time and undertake a co-op placement for up to 16 months.
Want to study Engineering, but missing a prerequisite required for admission? Successful completion of our pre-engineering program (common year in applied science) will enable you to enter one of our BEng + Diploma programs.
PROGRAMS
Engineering
Our health matters. We make it a priority to play an active role.
Practical Experience
Internships, field school and community engagement start in your first year. Includes regional, national and international opportunities.
Minor in Aging & Health
Gain professional advantage in careers in health promotion, healthcare, health and social policy, research and more.
Experiential Learning
Nursing: Enhance your learning with clinical placement starting in your first year, with specialized placements in upper years.
HEALTH & BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES
Human health in its biological, psychological, social, and ecological context is of interest to everyone, from citizens to governments across the globe.
At Lakehead, you will be immersed in an environment filled with innovative research and educational programming that will ensure you play an active role in building a healthy society. Our programs provide a unique, hands-on learning experience with health and social service providers in our campus communities.
FACULTY OF PROGRAMS
Nursing Kinesiology Psychology
Social Work
Indigenous Nurses Entry Program (INEP)
Kinesiology: One of the only programs in Canada with a formalized co-op program.
Psychology: Immersive research opportunities starting in first year to prepare and support you in your academic and professional career.
Social Work: Participate in 110 days of “on-the-job-training” in social agencies or community organizations.
CAREER PATHS
Kinesiologist
Physical Education Teacher
Sports Agent
Strength & Conditioning
Lifestyle Coach
Nutritionist
Nurse
Therapist
Social Worker
Researcher
Probation Officer
Security & Intelligence
Forensic Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist
Highlights
Unique Programs
Natural Resources Management holds one of the only Forestry programs in Ontario.
CFAB Accredited
Nationally accredited by the Canadian Forestry Accreditation Board.
Professional Associations
Forestry graduates have the academic credentials to become Registered Professional Foresters anywhere in Canada and a Certified Forester in the USA.
Field School
Field School Placement starting in first year, with opportunity to travel abroad in upper years.
Silver Ring Membership
Our programs are recognized by the Canadian Institute of Forestry Silver Ring Program, a national recognition of academic quality and skills of graduating students.
CAREER PATHS
Climate Research Analyst
Conservation Technician
Drone (UAV) Specialist
Ecologist
Environmental Scientist
Invasive Species Specialist
Land Steward
Operations or Urban Forester
Planning Specialist
Renewable Energy Private Consultant
Silviculturist
Wildlife Biologist
A modern approach to environmental stewardship – in an unbeatable setting.
NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
At Lakehead, we believe Natural Resources Management is about people, science and technology, and applying natural and social sciences to the management of the environment for the benefit of society.
Stewardship allows for the sustainable extraction and utilization of products such as wood, biofuels, bioproducts, food, and natural medicines. Most forested landscapes in Ontario and Canada are publicly owned, and as such, are also important for recreational pursuits. Lakehead’s programs will prepare you to take an active and responsible role in the stewardship and future sustainability of Canada’s most important resources.
FACULTY OF PROGRAMS
The perfect natural laboratory at our doorstep. Learning – it’s in our nature.
FACULTY OF
SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Lakehead University’s locations in Northwestern and Central Ontario present an ideal backdrop for your education. Whether you are studying animal sciences, plant sciences, ecology and evolution, rocks and minerals, glaciated landscapes, human evolution, forensics or water resources, you will be immersed in an enriched learning environment with smaller class sizes, invaluable fieldwork and laboratory work starting right in your first year, using sophisticated, state-of-theart tools and equipment.
Our diverse range of science programs will prepare you to become a future scientist, ground-breaking researcher or lead you to a wide range of other career opportunities.
Professional Accreditation
Graduates of Geology and Chemistry will be prepared for professional accreditation that will provide a firm foundation in which to build a career.
Pursuing a Career in Medicine?
Our Applied Life Sciences and Physics programs are pathways towards a future in medicine.
Exploration Pathway: Science One
Have an interest in science, or a passion for discovery, but are unsure which program to choose? Choose Science One and take courses from a variety of scientific and environmental disciplines.
Highlights
Unique Programs
One of its kind in Canada, Outdoor Recreation, Parks & Tourism integrates theoretical and applied perspectives in areas such as therapeutic recreation, nature-based tourism, and protected areas management.
Exploration Pathway: Arts One
Feeling uncertain as to which program is right for you? Lakehead Arts One allows you to explore a range of disciplines without having to select a particular major until the end of your first year.
Minor in Northern Studies
Explore your interests in the peoples and environments of the northern parts of Canada’s provinces and territories as well as participate in the UArticCircumpolar Studies Online program.
PROGRAMS
Arts One
Criminology
English
Gender & Women’s Studies
General Arts
History
Indigenous Learning
Indigenous Transition
Year Program
Interdisciplinary Studies
Languages
Media, Film & Communications
Music
Outdoor Recreation, Parks & Tourism
Philosophy
Political Science / Pre-Law
Sociology
Visual Arts
FACULTY OF
SOCIAL SCIENCES & HUMANITIES
Explore the diversity of human experience across time and place, and investigate the ways in which meaning is made, how our worldviews are represented, and how new ideas take hold and shape us and our world. In the Social Sciences and Humanities we explore those large and enduring questions related to the ways in which human beings think and behave, how they
interact with each other and their environment, and how they communicate ideas about human experience through arts, literature, and music, in addition to a rich range of research topics.
Lakehead is ranked in Canada’s Top 10 for Social Sciences and Humanities Research (Primarily Undergraduate, Maclean’s 2023), and offers you the opportunity to gain experiences that combine academic studies with community-based and hands-on learning through a social justice lens.
Our graduates are ready to make a difference in the arts, health, technology, and so much more.
An innovative and personal legal education. Fusing theory with practical application.
BORA LASKIN FACULTY OF
LAW
An innovative and personal legal education. Fusing theory with practical application.
At Lakehead, we provide the highest standard of legal education. Our Juris Doctor program focuses on the realities of living and working in the North.
With only 90 students admitted each year, you will receive a personal education, where learning is hands-on and professors are available to you.
We offer unique opportunities for you to hone your legal skills at all stages of the program. Lakehead law graduates are ready to serve their communities as skilled advocates and admitted to the Ontario bar without requiring articles of clerkship.
law.lakeheadu.ca
Integrated Practice Curriculum
Combines the rigorous study of law with skills training in all three years of study.
Student Legal Clinics
Provides students with critical experiential learning opportunities, and a chance to work with diverse clients to develop cultural competence.
Indigenous Law and Justice Institute & Specialization
Works with Indigenous communities to support access to justice for Indigenous people and revitalize Indigenous laws. Students also have the opportunity to acquire a JD Specialization in Aboriginal and Indigenous Law.
The Bora Laskin Faculty of Law has three mandates that guide our delivery of an innovative practice-ready focused curriculum:
Aboriginal and Indigenous Law
Natural Resources and Environmental Law
Small Firm and Solo Practice with the Integrated Practice Curriculum (IPC)
Your Future YOUR PROGRAM.
As a fully comprehensive university with more than 65 program options, we offer big opportunities with direct, individualized support.
Programs
Commerce (Majors: Accounting, Business Economics, Finance, General Management, Human Resources/Industrial Relations, Business Analytics and Information Systems, International Business, Marketing)
Commerce (Business Administration)
Concurrent Education - Primary/Junior
Concurrent Education - Intermediate/Senior
Indigenous Teacher EducationIntermediate/Senior
Consecutive Education - Primary/Junior
Consecutive Education - Intermediate/Senior
Technological Education (Diploma)
Campus
Programs
Anthropology (Arts)
Anthropology (Arts & Science)
Anthropology (Science)
Applied Life Sciences
Applied Life Sciences with Concentration in Biomedical Sciences
Bioinformatics
Biology (Environmental Science)
Biology
Biology with Concentration in Animal Sciences
Biology with Concentration in Biodiversity and Conservation
Biology with Concentration in Plant Sciences
Biology & Chemistry (Double Major)
Chemistry
Pre-Engineering (Common Year)
Kinesiology
Indigenous Nursing Entry Program
Nursing (Compressed)
Nursing
Psychology (Arts)
Psychology (Arts – Specialized Honours)
Psychology (Specialized Honours with Concentration in Gender and Women’s Studies)
Psychology & Philosophy (Double Major)
Psychology & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
Psychology (Science)
Psychology (Science – Specialized Honours)
Social Work
Social Work with Concentration in Indigenous Learning
Social Work with Concentration in Gender and Women’s Studies
Environmental Management
SPECIALIZATIONS
Conservation Planning & Management
Sustainable Land Use
Wildlife Conservation & Management
Forestry
SPECIALIZATIONS
Forest Health & Protection
Forest Management
Forest Products & Marketing
SCIENCE & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Chemistry with Concentration in Medical Sciences
Computer Science
Earth Science (Environmental Science)
Earth Science (Science)
Economics
Economics & Political Science (Double Major)
Environmental Sustainability
General Science
Geoarchaeology
Geography (Arts)
Geography (Arts & Science)
Geography (Environmental Science)
Geography (Environmental Studies)
Geography (Science)
Geology
Indigenous STEM Access Program
Lakehead Science One
Mathematical Physics
Mathematics (Arts)
Mathematics & Economics (Arts) (Double Major)
Mathematics (Science)
Mathematics & Physics (Science) (Double Major)
Natural Sciences
Physics
Physics with Concentration in Biomedical Physics
Resource & Environmental Economics
Water Science
Water Resource Science Specialization in Applied Environmental Water Management
Physics with Concentration in Biomedical Physics
Resource & Environmental Economics
Water Resource Science
Water Resource Science Specialization in Applied Environmental Water Management
Campus
Programs
Criminology
English
English & French (Double Major)
English & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
English & History (Double Major)
English & Philosophy (Double Major)
French
French & History (Double Major)
French & Philosophy (Double Major)
Gender and Women’s Studies
General Arts
History
History & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
History & Philosophy (Double Major)
History & Political Science (Double Major)
History & Sociology (Double Major)
SOCIAL SCIENCES & HUMANITIES
Indigenous Learning
Indigenous Learning & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
Indigenous Learning & Philosophy (Double Major)
Indigenous Transition Year Program
Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies with Concentration in Environment in Politics and Culture
Interdisciplinary Studies with Concentration in Human Nature
Interdisciplinary Studies with Concentration in International Conflict and Human Rights
Interdisciplinary Studies with Concentration in Social Justice
Lakehead Arts One
Media, Film and Communications
Music
Outdoor Recreation, Parks & Tourism
Outdoor Recreation with Concentration in Nature-Based Therapeutic Recreation
Outdoor Recreation & (BA) Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Degree)
Outdoor Recreation & (BA) Geography (Double Degree)
Outdoor Recreation & (BA) History (Double Degree)
Outdoor Recreation & (BSc) Natural Science (Double Degree)
Philosophy
Philosophy & Political Science (Double Major)
Political Science / Pre-Law
Political Science & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
Sociology
Sociology & Gender and Women’s Studies (Double Major)
Visual Arts
Juris Doctor
Navigating your options...
MAJOR
The subject that is the primary focus of study in university.
DOUBLE MAJOR
A program of study in two subject areas. Requirements for both majors must be satisfied at the same time.
MINOR
An optional collection of courses from a particular subject different from your main area of study.
CONCENTRATION
A defined collection of courses embedded into your program that complement your major.
CERTIFICATE
A professional or applied focus outside of your major.
DOUBLE DEGREE
Fufill the requirements of two degrees from two different areas of study at Lakehead.
CONCURRENT EDUCATION
Study your program of choice, alongside Teacher Education courses.
SPECIALIZATION
A defined collection of courses that focus your expertise within your main area of study.
Graduate PROGRAMS
After completion of one of our undergraduate programs, Lakehead offers a number of graduate programs at both the Masters and PhD levels.
Business
Education
Engineering
Health & Behavioural Sciences
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Science Management (MSc.Mgt)
Master of Education in Educational Studies (MEd) or Master of Education in Educational Change (MEd)
Joint Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies (PhD)
Master of Science in Engineering (Chemical, Civil, Electrical and Computer, Environmental, Mechanical) (MSc)
Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (Electrical & Computer, Civil, Mechanical) (PhD)
Master of Health Sciences (MHSc)
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Master of Science in Kinesiology (MSc); Master of Science in Psychology - Psychological Science (MSc)
Master of Arts in Psychology - Clinical Psychology (MA)
Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology - Clinical (PhD) or Psychological Science (PhD)
Master of Nursing (pick one of: Nurse Practitioner Specialization or Advance Practice Specialization)
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences (PhD)
Master of Forest Management (MFMgt)
Natural Resources Management
Science & Environmental Studies
Social Sciences & Humanities
Master of Science in Forestry (MScF)
Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Resources Management (PhD)
Master of Science in: Archaeological Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Mathematical Science, or Physics (MSc)
Master of Arts in Economics (MA)
Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
Doctor of Philosophy in Biotechnology (PhD) or Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry and Materials Science (PhD)
Master of Arts in: English and Cultural Studies, History, Social Justice, or Sociology (MA)
Please note, certain programs offer a specialization in Gender & Women’s Studies
TRANSFERRING All About
Your previous education counts!
Our pathway agreements and transfer credit policies are designed to maximize credits from your current or previous studies at college or university - or even both!
UNIVERSITY TRANSFER COLLEGE TRANSFER
To be considered for admission, university students or graduates, are required to meet program prerequisites and have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% in your university studies
Transfer credit will automatically be assessed at the point of admission. You may be required to provide institutionally prepared course syllabi.
Credits awarded will depend on a number of factors, including: final grades, course content, credit hours, residency requirements, as well as the program applied to at Lakehead University.
YOU ASKED.
We Answered.
CAN I DO MY DEGREE ONLINE?
We offer 2 fully online Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree programs. Choose between our History or General Arts majors and pursue your passion with flexible course options in Psychology, Sociology, English, Political Science and more.
CAN I TAKE ONLINE COURSES OR A SINGLE
COURSE?
Whether you want to expand your professional skills or take a single course, we have a wide variety of online courses. For more information visit: lakeheadu.ca/programs/other-programs
To be considered for admission, college students must have completed (or are completing) a minimum of one year of full-time studies at college, meet program prerequisites and have achieved a minimum overall average of 70% in your college studies.
Transfer credit will automatically be assessed at the point of admission.
Credits awarded will depend on a number of factors, including: college diploma, partial or full-completion, diploma length, final grades, residency requirements, as well as the program applied to at Lakehead University.
CAN I STUDY PART-TIME?
Yes, however some programs are more flexible than others. We encourage students to contact us directly for more information on their program availability. For definition of part-time vs. full-time studies visit: lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral/registering-advising/full-time-vs.-part-time
CAN I START MY PROGRAM IN JANUARY?
A majority of our programs begin in the Fall Term (September), with a few transfer programs requiring participation in summer transition (see pages 31-33). We do admit students for many programs into Winter Term (January) in consultation with the program chair. Course registration may be limited as a result of missing Fall Term prerequisites. Please contact: recruit@lakeheadu.ca for more information.
HOW DO I PURSUE A DEGREE IN EDUCATION?
You can transfer into our Concurrent Education program, and get started on your path towards a career in teaching! Be sure to check out pathway opportunities available for graduates of an Early Childhood Education diploma program. For more info visit: lakeheadu.ca/programs/ undergraduate-programs/education-concurrent
TRANSFER Pathways
Our pathway agreements enable college graduates to continue their studies into specific programs at Lakehead University. Explore how you can transform your college diploma into a university degree!
CAMBRIAN COLLEGE
ADMISSIONS
Lakehead University & Confederation College
Lakehead University and Confederation College have a unique agreement which allows Confederation College students to avoid application fees and apply directly to Lakehead University for a conditional offer to a select program of your choice.
Covering more than 30 distinct diploma-to-degree programs, this agreement enables you to continue with your post-secondary education after the completion of your diploma.
Applying through the joint admissions process is easy! For more info, visit:
TRANSFER Pathways
TRANSFER Pathways ALL ONTARIO COLLEGES
FINANCING $11
Your Education
Lakehead’s exceptional scholarship and bursary program is ranked among the top in Canada. We believe in supporting you financially, so that you can focus on your education.
$500-$1,000 TRANSFER AWARD
If you are a transfer student that will be registered in full-time undergraduate studies at Lakehead University in a diploma or first degree program, you may be eligible for the Transfer Student Award.
UP TO $1,000 TRANSFER & MATURE STUDENT BURSARIES
Are you a transfer or mature student who will be attending Lakehead University in the fall semester? If yes, then you will want to apply for this opportunity. The Transfer and Mature student bursary is available for students that are coming to Lakehead University, but not directly from high school.
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KNOWING YOUR COSTS
Going to university will be one of the biggest and most important investments you will ever make. Understanding the costs involved and preparing a budget is a must. When thinking about university, remember to consider not just the tuition, but also books and supplies, living expenses as well as personal spending money.
EXPECTED COSTS
TUITION FEES, BOOKS & SUPPLIES
$7,379.97 - $10,411.11 (Domestic - Ontario Residents)
$7,679.20 - $10,411.11 (Domestic - Non-Ontario Residents) (dependent on your program)
LIVING EXPENSES
Approximately $11,000 (dependent on on-campus or off-campus living)
Note: Values shown above may vary - for illustrative purposes only. Lakehead University reserves the right to make changes without prior notice to the terms, conditions, and award values contained in this publication.
Should deadlines fall on a weekend or a statutory holiday, applications will be accepted until the end of the next business day.
Important Dates
MARCH 1, 2025
• Applications will be accepted after this date pending space availability.
• Check application deadlines for limited enrolment programs.
MAY 2, 2025
Deadline to accept.
JUNE 2, 2025
Submit confirmation deposit and payment.
Provide course syllabi, as requested.
JULY 4, 2025
Meet admission conditions and submit final official transcripts.
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APPLICANT
APPLY ONLINE
For full-time studies, apply online through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre: ouac.on.ca/ouac
SEND US YOUR TRANSCRIPTS
Use the OUAC’s online transcript request services to send us your official transcripts. Alternatively, official transcripts can be requested and sent directly from your previous institution.
Lakehead University Enrolment Services - Undergraduate Admissions 955 Oliver Rd., Thunder Bay, ON, P7B 5E1 Or email at: docs.admission@lakeheadu.ca
ACCESS MYPORTAL
After applying, you will receive your student ID, and username and password to log into our student portal, myPortal. Through myPortal you can track your application steps and follow next steps. lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral/applying/next-steps
VIEW OUTSTANDING DOCUMENTS
View outstanding documents in myPortal to see if we are waiting on a particular document. You can upload documents directly; however, if you have requested a document be sent to us, no need to provide additional copies.
TRANSFER CREDIT
Scan the code below so we can stay in touch!
Let us keep you up-to-date on the latest information on our programs, admissions, scholarships and awards, upcoming events and more.
lakeheadu.ca/admissions/connect
Transfer credit awarded will be listed on your Offer of Admission and results can be found in myPortal, 'View My Transfer Credit'.
ACCEPT YOUR OFFER
Accept your offer via OUAC, and let us know you will be joining us at Lakehead. A Confirmation Deposit is required to secure your space in the program. lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral/applying/checklist
REGISTER FOR COURSES
Refer to your transfer credit assessment and connect with our Student Central team. www.lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral/ registering-advising
The Senate of Lakehead University reserves the right to change regulations, programs, and admission requirements, as outlined in this Viewbook, without prior notice.
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