2024-2025 Wine, Beer and Spirits Studies. Niagara College Canada by Niagara College

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Niagara College Canada’s leader in applied, experiential learning, NC offers its students a breadth of programs that reflect and respond to the key sectors of our region, our province and the broader global economy. These programs immerse students within a highly experiential learning environment, enhanced by digital technologies. Our graduates possess cultural and global competencies; they are innovative, adaptable and entrepreneurial, pushing the boundaries of the possible for industry in Niagara, in Canada and abroad.

Apply today. Niagara College acknowledges the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.

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NEWMARKET

400

AURORA 404

407 WHITBY

MARKHAM 10

BRAMPTON

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YORK 6

TORONTO

MISSISSAUGA 401

GUELPH

MILTON

LAKE ONTARIO

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OAKVILLE

KITCHENER 6

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CAMBRIDGE

BURLINGTON HAMILTON 401

WOODSTOCK

403

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ST. CATHARINES

BRANTFORD

100 km

406 58

50 km

75 km

NIAGARA FALLS

990

WELLAND

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SIMCOE

U.S.A.

CALEDONIA 125 km

NIAGARA 25 km on-the-LAKE

CAYUGA

DUNNVILLE

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BUFFALO 90

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Welcome to Niagara

Getting Here

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations with events, shows and festivals happening daily – Niagara College (NC) offers more than 130 innovative programs housed between our campuses in Welland and Niagaraon-the Lake. Together they provide unique living labs and state-of-the-art facilities that deliver experiential learning opportunities; numerous on-campus employment opportunities; world-class applied research; and smaller class sizes delivered in an intimate and welcoming environment.

No matter which direction you are travelling from, both the Welland Campus (WC) and the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake (NL) are easy to get to thanks to the transportation corridor and vast network of highways which connect Niagara to both Canada’s largest city and the most populous regions of the USA.

With close proximity to restaurants, wineries, museums, galleries, live music, festivals and only a 30-minute drive to the Canada-US border, both campuses are known for their warm and supportive culture and commitment to offering relevant programs that provide real-world work experience. Our classes are taught by passionate faculty who are committed to student success, resulting in a truly, one-of-akind educational experience.

Located in Welland’s residential district, a strong reflection of our commitment to supporting the local communities we serve, the Welland Campus is a 90-minute drive to the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and 2 hours to downtown Toronto and the beautiful 125-acre campus in Niagara-onthe-Lake which sits at the foot of the Niagara Escarpment is just a 70-minute drive to the GTA and 90 minutes to downtown Toronto. Driving times: Hamilton – 45 minutes Oakville – 55 minutes Milton – 60 minutes Brantford – 60 minutes Mississauga – 60 minutes

The Niagara Transit Commission serves all of the municipalities in the region and will ensure you get where you need to go.

In addition, for students travelling to Niagara, GO Transit provides daily service directly to NC’s campus in Niagara-onthe-Lake with route details available at niagaracollege.ca/GO

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WELLAND CAMPUS

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There is plenty to experience at the Welland Campus which has seen a complete overhaul in the past 10 years with expansions, additions and renovations to every section of the facility. The original home of NC, this campus is a leader in sustainable technology and operates state-of-the-art, modern learning environments designed to help students succeed in their education and career training. The Welland Campus is located in the heart of a residential area near shopping centres and a variety of food outlets. The Seaway Mall and Niagara Street (shopping and food) are within walking distance of the campus. Transit connections via Niagara Regional Transit are available from the college, or from bus stops close-by. Niagara Falls, one of the wonders of the natural world, is only 25 minutes away by car. The beautiful Niagara Parkway, Niagara River, and Ontario Wine Country are within driving distance as well. Sand beaches and summertime fun are at your fingertips – visit the north shore of Lake Erie, one of Ontario’s Great Lakes. Known as Ontario’s “South Coast”, the shore area offers swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, festivals and more, and is only a brief car ride away.

Academic Schools: Academic and Liberal Studies Allied Health Community Services English Language Studies Justice and Fitness Media Nursing and Personal Support Worker Part-Time Studies Technology Trades and Apprenticeships

Campus Highlights: Applied Health Institute Rankin Technology Centre Marilyn I. Walker Centre of Excellence in Visual Arts and Technology Eva M. Lewis Library and Learning Commons Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre Green Automotive Technology Lab Research and Innovation Athletic Centre Dental Clinic Teaching Hair Salon Massage Therapy Clinic

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DANIEL J. PATTERSON CAMPUS

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The 125-acre Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake is the centre for NC’s business, hospitality, horticultural, environmental, culinary, wine, beer and spirits programs. It has blossomed into a masterpiece of hands-on learning through the innovative development of several on-campus teaching enterprises. It has most recently seen the addition of a state-of-the-art fitness and research centre in the Marotta Family Innovation Complex together with Canada’s first and only Cannabis Institute and Teaching Distillery. Students and visitors alike can enjoy two worlds: the natural landscape of the Niagara escarpment situated adjacent to the campus and the lively surrounding communities. There is something for everyone, including a 100+ brand outlet shopping centre across the street. Niagara Falls and the beautiful Niagara Parkway, Niagara River, and Ontario Wine Country are all close by. Students and residents can also visit beautiful sand beaches and enjoy summertime fun along the shores of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. The Niagara area also offers excellent recreational fishing, boating, hiking, as well as vibrant festivals and events all year round.

Academic Schools: Academic and Liberal Studies Business and Management Culinary Arts Environment and Horticulture Hospitality and Tourism Wine, Beer and Spirits Studies

Campus Highlights: Teaching Brewery Teaching Winery Teaching Distillery Pop-up Culinary, Wine, Beer and Spirits events Research and Innovation Teaching Greenhouse Teaching Spa Beekeeping Apiary Cannabis Institute Marotta Family Innovation Complex Ecological Lagoons and Wetlands 40-Acre Vineyard

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Wine, Beer and Spirits Studies Artisan Distilling Beverage Business Management Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management Winery and Viticulture Technician

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Admission Requirements: Located at the 125-acre Daniel J. Patterson campus in Niagara-

engaging the community via not-for-profit and catered events, recipe

on-the-Lake, in the heart of agricultural, wine and culinary country,

competitions, industry research and innovation.

with a burgeoning craft beer industry; Niagara College offers opportunities unprecedented in Canadian education for exceptional student experiences via on-campus labs and enterprises such as a 40-acre vineyard, NC Teaching Brewery, NC Teaching Distillery, NC Teaching Spa, NC Teaching Greenhouse, hop yard, and apiary. Programs are taught by expert faculty with significant industry

Students also gain industry experience by working with industry partners, participating in competitions and industry research, and having work-integrated learning opportunities through such signature Niagara College events as “Caps, Corks and Forks”, “Project Brew”, and curating student-made beverages for retail in our very own Wine Visitor and Education Centre.

experience. Students also gain industry experience by working with industry partners and at special functions held on- and off-campus,

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Diploma Program

Code Campus Start ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Length

Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management

0780

2 Years

Winery and Viticulture Technician

0738

Artisan Distilling

0783

F/W Ontario College Diploma (or equivalent) or Bachelor’s Degree AND Proof of English proficiency. 19 years of age or older by the start of classes.

1 Year

Beverage Business Management

0785

1 Year

F/W/S OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 12 (C)or(U), Bio 11 (C)or(U) OR 12 (U) OR Chem 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U). 19 years of age or older by the start of classes. OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 12 (C)or(U), Bio 11 (C)or(U) OR 12 (U) OR Chem 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U). 18 years of age or older by the start of classes.

2 Years

Graduate Program

Ontario College Diploma (or equivalent) or Bachelor’s Degree AND Proof of English proficiency

Some programs have pre-admission requirements-for details visit niagaracollege.ca/par. .

I’ve done the university degree and it didn’t provide me with the experience I wanted. Lots of memorization, teaching of myself and heavily weighted exam regurgitation. I didn’t feel like I learned much or that I was very important as a student. At Niagara it is extremely hands on, I learn something in lecture one day and have to be able to understand and apply it for actual usage the very next. Classes are small and the teachers know you personally so the quality of learning and support is improved. I actually feel like I’m being prepared for what my future job entails. Brittany

Winery and Viticulture Technician student

DEGREE

CERTIFICATE

DIPLOMA

GRADUATE

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Wine, Beer and Spirits Studies LEARNING ENTERPRISE

Artisan Distilling Code

0783

Campus

Start

F/W

Do you have a passion for spirits and an interest in the expanding craft distilling industry? As a Distiller, you have in-depth understanding of the scientific, technological and business aspects of distilling and fermentation combined with relevant skills and knowledge in product production, testing and merchandising.

Length

1 Year

Ontario College Graduate Certificate niagaracollege.ca/0783

TERM COURSE TITLE ONE

Program Highlights:

› Niagara College’s School of Wine, Beer and Spirits is renowned for its outstanding reputation with graduates, employers and industry partners. › The Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake is located in the heart of Ontario’s thriving distilling industry and serves as a living lab for students, including a world-class teaching distillery; on-site 40-acre vineyard; a fruit tree orchard; hop yard; and apiary as well as the Teaching Winery, Teaching Brewery, Teaching Spa and NC Teaching Greenhouse. › Provides an in-depth understanding of the scientific, technological and business aspects of distilling and fermentation and the production cycle of distilled spirits. › Access the latest technologies available for small batch fermentation and distillation processes.

TWO

Distillery Operations Distillation Science Practical Distilling I Introduction to Sensory Analysis The Legal and Regulatory Environment Quality Control Practical Distilling II Quantitative Spirit Analysis Capstone Project Distillation Management

Career Opportunities: › Agency sales representative › Distillation manager › Distillation technician › Distiller for small-to-large volume distillery › Export licensee › Operations manager › Product developer › Quality control inspector/supervisor

LEARNING ENTERPRISE

Beverage Business Management Code

0785

Campus

Start

Are you a beer, wine or spirit enthusiast who wants to pursue a professional career in the thriving alcoholic beverage industry? As a Beverage Business Management graduate, you have a robust knowledge of all aspects of the beverage alcohol industry including sensory and quality analysis, supply chain, domestic and export sales, marketing, product development, legal and regulatory environment.

Length

Career Opportunities: › Beverage alcohol agency sales › Export sales › Industry trade marketing › LCBO liaison › Retail operations management › Tasting room management › Wine, beer, spirits club management

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TERM COURSE TITLE ONE

Program Highlights:

› The School of Wine, Beer and Spirits at Niagara College is renowned for its outstanding reputation with graduates, employers and industry partners. › The 125-acre Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake is located in the heart of Ontario’s thriving wine and hospitality industries including a 40-acre vineyard and the NC Teaching Winery, Canada’s first and only commercial teaching winery with state-of-the-art facilities including an analysis lab and winemaking pilot systems. › Extensive applied learning in the form of a major project working with industry partners and opportunities to work at special functions held on- and off-campus. › Unmatched hands-on learning environment including the Teaching Brewery, Teaching Winery, Teaching Distillery, NC Teaching Greenhouse, hop yard, apiary, vineyards and world class faculty.

1 Year

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

TWO

Sensory Evaluation of Beer, Spirits and Wines The Legal and Regulatory Environment of the Beverage Alcohol Industry Employee and Financial Sustainability for the Beverage Alcohol Industry Essentials of Beverage Alcohol Production Innovative Sales and Marketing for the Beverage Alcohol Industry Beverage Alcohol Supply Chain Management Quality Assessment of Beer, Wines, and Spirits Strategic Market and Brand Analytics for the Beverage Alcohol Industry Beverage Alcohol Enterprise Innovation and Entrepreneurship Capstone Project

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Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management Code

0780

Campus

Start

F/W/S

Are you looking to tap into brewery operations management and want to become a certified brewmaster? As a graduate of Canada’s first Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management program, you are ready to be at the forefront of the ever-expanding brewery, microbrewery and brewpub industries.

Program Highlights:

› Students and faculty have been awarded more than 38 awards at national and international industry competitions, including 9 gold medals and the title of North America’s Best Brewing Program. › Recognized with the following awards: OCB Centre of Excellence, Golden Tap Outstanding Achievement in Beer, Colleges & Institutes Canada Gold Program Excellence and the Minister’s Award of Excellence for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. › Specialized education in brewing technology, sensory evaluation, quality control, brewery operations, sales management, and advanced business applications. › Hands-on, experiential learning in NC’s on-campus Teaching Brewery led by awardwinning brewmaster faculty. › Students compete and manage events such as Caps, Corks and Forks and the Project Brew craft beer festival competition. › On-site hop yard and local farm products enable students to brew a full range of beer styles with students eligible to obtain Institute of Brewing and Distilling (IBD) certification.

Career Opportunities: › Assistant brewer › Brewmaster › Brew pub or brewery operator › Compliance manager

› Event coordinator/manager › Packaging technician/manager › Production manager › Quality manager

Length

0738

Campus

Are you a wine enthusiast who dreams of taking your passion for reds and whites to the next level? As a Winery and Viticulture Technician, you are a key member of the winery management team with the expertise required to develop, plant and maintain a commercial vineyard; manage daily operations; and sell and market wine.

Program Highlights:

› The School of Wine, Beer and Spirits at Niagara College is renowned for its outstanding reputation with graduates, employers and industry partners. › Canada’s first and only commercial teaching winery with state-of-the-art facilities including an analysis lab and winemaking pilot systems. › Extensive applied learning in the form of a major project working with industry partners and opportunities to work at special functions held on and off campus. › Graduates can further their learning with NC’s Beverage Business Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management or International Business Management programs.

Start

2 Years

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Basic Practical Brewing Sensory Evaluation of Beer Packaging Brewing Ingredients & Quality Fundamentals Computer Applications Language and Communications TWO History of Brewing and Beer Practical Brewing Sensory Evaluation of World Beers Brewery Equipment and Technology Brewing Science 1 - Quality Control in the Brewery Strategic Communications Mathematics of Finance THREE Brewing Science 2 - Quality Assurance in the Brewery Sensory Evaluation of Beer, Wine and Spirits Practical Brewing II Brewhouse Calculations and Recipe Formulation Filtration, Carbonation and Finishing The Brewing Industry General Education Elective (1 course required) FOUR Specialty Brewing Quality Assurance and Product Evaluation Brewery Management Beer Positioning and Promotion Professionalism and Business Ethics Fundamentals of Human Resources General Education Elective (1 course required)

INTERNSHIP F

Ontario College Diploma

TERM COURSE TITLE ONE Introduction to Brewing

Winery and Viticulture Technician Code

LEARNING ENTERPRISE

Length

TERM COURSE TITLE ONE Mathematics for Winery and Viticulture

2 Years

Ontario College Diploma niagaracollege.ca/0738

FOUR The History of Ontario Wine

General Viticulture Winemaking I Sensory Evaluation of Wines I FIVE Introduction to Vine Biology Introduction to Wine Chemistry Vineyard Soils, Fertilizers and Irrigation TWO Language and Communications Vineyard Pruning and Maintenance Practices Winemaking II Wine Chemistry and Lab Analysis Wines of the Old World Wine Marketing and Sales THREE Winery Cellar Operations Integrated Pest Management Viticulture Biology Farm Equipment Operations Vineyard Management Winery Management General Education Elective (1 course required)

Field Placement - Winery and Viticulture General Education Elective (1 course required) Wines of the New World Wine Chemistry and Microbiology Winemaking III Organic and Biological Chemistry Sensory Evaluation of Wines II General Education Elective (1 course required)

Career Opportunities: › Laboratory or viticulture technician › Vineyard manager › Winery or cellar technician › Winemaker

DEGREE

CERTIFICATE

DIPLOMA

GRADUATE

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Wine, Beer and Spirits Studies Program Requirements: COMPUTER For all postsecondary and graduate programs, students are responsible for ensuring that they are in possession of a desktop or laptop computer that meets program-specific requirements noted on the admissions requirements section of each program website at niagaracollege.ca/programs. In general and for programs that have no program-specific computer technology requirements, students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements: • A desktop or laptop system. A system running on an updated Microsoft windows 10 operating system – minimum 265gb SSD storage and 8 GB memory is

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recommended, and the college will not be able to provide support for different systems, and any provided software may not operate properly. • An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system. • Reliable internet connectivity with broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible. The reliability of remote connections to college computers and software cannot be guaranteed for Macbook and Chromebook users.

TRANSPORTATION Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete program requirements which may not be readily accessible by public transportation. Program requirements could include co-ops, placements, volunteer requirements, practical labs, field projects, assignments, clinicals, or any other off-campus visits required as part of the program’s curriculum.

WINE, BEER AND SPIRITS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: Beverage Business Management: Winery & Viticulture Technician: For details visit niagaracollege.ca/programs Some program requirements must be met prior to registration. An offer of admission may be rescinded if the deadline is not met.

COMPUTER

TRANSPORTATION COMPUTER

CRIMINAL RECORD TRANSPORTATION

PHYSICAL FITNES CRIMINAL RECORD

COMMUNICABLE D PHYSICAL FITNES SURVEILLANCE

COMMUNICABLE FIRST-AID AND CPD SURVEILLANCE

MOBILE TECHNOL FIRST-AID AND CP

MASK FITTECHNOL MOBILE UNIFORM MASK FIT UNIFORM

There was nowhere else like it in the country when the NC Teaching Brewery opened, and no other place has rivalled its impact on Canada’s craft brewery scene. On it’s tenth anniversary of the historic official opening day of the Niagara College’s Teaching Brewery a virtual “Brewunion” for a group from the first class of Brewmaster graduates – who, in June 2012, set forth as pioneers in what was then an emerging craft beer scene. They joined college staff and president Sean Kennedy who led them in a special toast: “To history, and the trailblazing first class that put NC on the map.”

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NC Teaching Winery, Brewery and Distillery. Teaching Winery Located amidst 38 acres of College vineyards, the NC Teaching Winery is the first of its kind in Canada and allows students to have immediate access to a hands-on experience in a real-time working environment to produce award winning wines. The facility is home to the Winery and Viticulture Technician Diploma and Beverage Business Management Graduate Certificate programs both of which are among the first in Canada and represent a truly unique educational experience.

Teaching Brewery This practical learning environment for NC’s Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management program is an open-concept 1,500 sq. ft. micro-brewery facility designed for the creation of large batch and project brews imagined by students and featured for events that highlight the interaction between beer, food and wine. This first brewery program in Canada offers extensive hands on training preparing graduates for careers in the brewery, microbrewery and brewpub industries. The program has an outstanding employment rate and helps to fill a gap in the industry.

Teaching Distillery NC’s state-of-the-art 2,500 sq ft distillery at the campus n Niagara-on-the-Lake features five stills, four mash tuns and ten fermenters that allow for the on-site production of a wide variety of distilled products. The Artisan Distilling Graduate Certificate program at Niagara College provides students with an in-depth understanding of the scientific, technological and business aspects of distilling and fermentation. Students gain relevant skills, knowledge and experiences in the production of distilled spirits.

Wine, beer and spirits created at the NC Teaching Winery, Brewery and Distillery can be sampled and purchased at the Wine Visitor + Education Centre at the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Visit ncteachingwinery.ca to learn more. niagaracollege.ca/winebeerspirits | 15

Apply to Niagara College Application Deadlines and Admission Offer Dates PROGRAM START DATE

Last date to apply for equal consideration to a competitive program

Last date to submit portfolio, test scores and/or final grades in required courses for consideration to competitive programs

Earliest admission offer date for competitive programs

SEP 2024

Feb 1, 2024

Feb 29, 2024

Mid March

JAN 2025

Jun 6, 2024

Jul 11, 2024

Late July

MAY 2025

Oct 30, 2024

Nov 20, 2024

Late November

*Key dates are subject to change. Please visit niagaracollege.ca/dates for the most current information.

Visit ontariocolleges.ca Applications are available online at ontariocolleges.ca for a non-refundable application fee of $110.00. You can apply to a total of five programs, with no more than three choices at any one Ontario college.

Admissions and Applications Niagara College has more than 130 full-time postsecondary certificate, diploma, graduate certificate, bachelor’s degree and apprenticeship programs. Detailed information about these programs, including admission requirements, can be found online at niagaracollege.ca/programs. Most full-time programs begin in September of each year. Some programs are also available in January or May. Please refer to our program availability list for the current status of each of our programs at niagaracollege.ca/status

MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: (DOMESTIC APPLICANTS) POSTSECONDARY PROGRAMS: › Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent. › English–any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent. Some programs may admit students with a lesser English requirement. Please see program pages for details or visit niagaracollege.ca/programs HONOURS BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMS: › Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent › English–any Grade 12 (U), or equivalent (minimum grade 60%) › Mathematics–any Grade 12 (U) or Grade 12 Accounting (M), or equivalent (minimum grade 60%) › Four additional Grade 12 (U) or (M) level courses in any field of study › An overall average of 65% in the six Grade 12 (U) or (M) courses NOTE: Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS: › Ontario College Diploma (or equivalent) or Bachelor’s Degree › Proof of English proficiency › Most private college courses and/or credentials are NOT acceptable as admission requirements for Niagara College programs. Please contact the admissions office at admissions@niagaracollege.ca for assistance with your particular program of interest.

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS: › Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent AND › Employment in the trade For further information, please contact the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, Apprenticeship Client Services: 301 St. Paul St. W, 10th Floor, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7R4 Ph.:905-704-2991 Fax: 905-704-2985 www.ontario.ca/apprenticeship ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The minimum academic requirements listed pertain to most programs. Some programs may also require: specific pre-requisite courses, preadmission testing, attendance at an information session, participation in an audition session, submission of a portfolio, completion of an essay or questionnaire or additional assessment of equivalency to required courses. It is important to note that meeting admission requirements does not guarantee admission to Niagara College programs. You can find specific up-to-date admission requirements as well as selection and ranking information posted on individual program pages at niagaracollege.ca/programs

NOTE: Niagara College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Niagara’s programs and courses remain relevant and meet all Ministry regulations. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time. Please refer to our website at niagaracollege.ca for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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HOW DO I APPLY AND IS THERE AN APPLICATION FEE? The application for Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and Convention refugees is available online at ontariocolleges.ca for a nonrefundable application fee of $110.00. You can apply to a total of five programs, with no more than three choices at any one Ontario college. For more information, please visit ontariocolleges.ca International applicants see below: I AM AN INTERNATIONAL (VISA) APPLICANT: Niagara College welcomes students from over 90 different countries. To apply as an international student, you must complete and submit the web application form for International Students, along with your transcripts from high school and/or university, and provide proof of English Proficiency (if applicable). After receiving this information from you, we will process your application. If you are accepted, we will send you a Letter of Acceptance which you will need when applying for your student visa from the Canadian Embassy. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS MAY APPLY ONLINE AT: international. niagaracollege.ca/apply For more information contact: Niagara College Canada International Division 100 Niagara College Boulevard, Welland, Ontario, Canada, L3C 7L3 Phone: 905-988-2910, ext. 7151 Fax: 905-735-2413 Email: international@niagaracollege.ca HOW WILL I KNOW IF THE COLLEGE HAS RECEIVED MY APPLICATION? The Admissions Office will send an email and mail an acknowledgement brochure to you after your application has been received from ontariocolleges.ca. The mailing will indicate if there are specific preadmission requirements for the programs for which you have applied and due dates for test scores, portfolio and transcript submissions. You can also find this information at: niagaracollege.ca/par ARE ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDED IN THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES? If you wish to request accommodation for pre-admission testing, please contact the Accessibility Services Office prior to the test date. 905-735-2211, ext. 7778 or visit niagaracollege.ca/accessibilityservices DO I NEED TO PROVIDE MY TRANSCRIPT(S)? Please ensure that proof of all admission requirements is received by the Admissions Office within 3 weeks of submitting your application, or no later than February 28, 2023 for September start competitive programs. Please see application deadlines above for further information. If you are currently enrolled as a full-time high school student in Ontario, your school should forward transcript information directly to ontariocolleges. ca. If you are not currently enrolled in Ontario as a full-time high school student, you must request an official high school transcript be sent directly to ontariocolleges.ca. For information on how to request Ontario high school and postsecondary transcripts, please visit ontariocolleges.ca/transcripts DOES THE COLLEGE CONSIDER TRANSCRIPTS FROM OUTSIDE OF ONTARIO? Applicants whose Canadian secondary school studies have been completed outside the province of Ontario must submit evidence of equivalent

standing. Recognized equivalents to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) are: Alberta–Grade 12, British Columbia–Grade 12, Manitoba– Grade 12, New Brunswick–Grade 12, Newfoundland–Grade 12, Nova Scotia–Grade 12, Prince Edward Island–Grade 12, Quebec–High School Leaving Certificate (Secondary V), Saskatchewan–Grade 12, Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut–Grade 12. Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada are considered on an individual basis. International Credential Assessment services are available at icascanada.ca or wes.org/ca DOES THE COLLEGE CONSIDER ALTERNATIVES TO AN ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA? Applicants who provide documentation for Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) equivalency from any of the following sources will be considered on an individual basis. › Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) › General Education Diploma (GED) › Home Schooling (individual assessment is required) For further information, please contact the Admissions Office at 905-735-2211, ext. 7619 or email admissions@niagaracollege.ca DOES THE COLLEGE CONSIDER TRANSCRIPTS FROM PRIVATE CAREER COLLEGES? Most private college courses and/or credentials are NOT acceptable as admission requirements for Niagara College programs. Please contact the admissions office at admissions@niagaracollege.ca for assistance with your particular program of interest. CAN I APPLY AS A MATURE STUDENT? If you are age 19 or older as of the first day of classes, and do not have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, you may be considered for admission as a mature student. You must meet all specific admission requirements (courses, portfolio, written statement, audition, pre-admission testing, etc.) for the program to which you are applying. Equivalency testing is available in Mathematics and English for applicants age 19 or older. Testing is not available for Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Test fees are payable at the time the test is written. To review eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at 905-735-2211, ext. 7619 or email admissions@niagaracollege.ca DOES THE COLLEGE OFFER A WAY FOR ME TO OBTAIN REQUIRED COURSES FOR ADMISSION? Yes. The Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Program, offered through Academic Upgrading, can help you prepare for admission to postsecondary programs at Niagara College, as well as other Ontario colleges. If you do not have a high school diploma, or you have completed high school some time ago and need to refresh your skills, or you are missing specific courses required for admission, the ACE Program can help you. Academic upgrading courses include communications, mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, computers, and self-development. You can enjoy free tuition, access to textbooks, and the possibility of some financial support. The program is based on continuous intake so you can enrol at any time. To learn more about this program, please visit niagaracollege.ca/au You may also obtain information and apply to the program by calling: 905-641-2252, ext. 4418.

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WHAT ARE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS? If you have earned the equivalent of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) from outside of Canada, you will be required to provide proof of one or more of the following: › Niagara College Mature Student Test for English › Grade 12 English at the C or U level (Ontario High School Curriculum) › ACE English (Academic Upgrading) › International Credential Assessment for studies outside of Canada If English is your subsequent language, the College (for the purposes of admission to standard non competitive programs) will also accept the following as proof of English proficiency:

English Language Score Requirements TEST ACADEMIC DIVISION

MINIMUM SCORE REQUIREMENTS

All postsecondary (undergraduate)programs*

Paper Based: 500, Computer based: 173, iBT: 79 Minimum: 20 Writing, 20 Speaking

TOEFL

All degree & TOEFL post-graduate programs

IELTS IELTS CAEL

Paper Based: 550, (TESL: 600) Computer based: 213 (TESL: 250) iBT: 79-80 Minimum: 22 Writing, 22 Speaking, (TESL: 101, 27 Speaking, 23 Listening, 27 Writing, 24 Reading)

All postsecondary 6.0–No individual band under 5.5 (undergraduate)programs* All degree & post-graduate 6.5 No band under 5.5 programs All postsecondary (undergraduate), degree and 60–No individual band under 50 post-graduate programs* Completion of Level 5 English for Academic

EAP

All undergraduate programs Preparation program with 70% and no individual grade under 50%

EAP PTE PTE

All degree & post-graduate programs All postsecondary (undergraduate) programs* All degree & post-graduate programs

Completion of Level 5 English for Academic Preparation program with 75% and no individual grade under 60%

46+, with no individual skill under 36 5+, with no individual skill under 36

The College provides both short and long-term intensive English as a Subsequent Language programs for foreign trained students who plan to attend Niagara College, or a university, and need to improve their English language proficiency before starting their academic studies. WHEN WILL I KNOW IF I HAVE BEEN ADMITTED? Programs starting: September 2023, January 2024 or May 2024 November 1st, 2023 is the earliest offer date for admission to full time Postsecondary, Bachelor’s Degree and Graduate Certificate programs. Admission decisions will be released according to the application deadlines to Niagara College, available at niagaracollege.ca/dates A current list of open and competitive programs is available at niagaracollege.ca/status NOTE: Offers of acceptance are conditional for applicants who are in the process of completing one or more admission requirements. Applicants will not be eligible to register in a timetable until all admission requirements are complete. An offer of acceptance will be revoked if proof of completion of all requirements is not received by the Admissions Office before the start of classes. OPEN PROGRAMS: Applications are evaluated based on published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an

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offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program. Where a required course is in progress at the time of evaluation, a decision will be rendered upon receipt of course enrolment. Offers of admission granted where one or more admission requirements are in progress will be conditional upon successful completion of the requirement. A conditional offer of acceptance will be revoked if proof of completion of all requirements is not received by the Admissions Office before the start of classes. COMPETITIVE PROGRAM SELECTION AND RANKING: A program is considered competitive when the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number required to fill the program. Applications, as well as proof of all admission requirements, must be received by the Admissions Office according to the application deadlines to Niagara College, available at niagaracollege.ca/dates Applications received on or before the application deadline will be equally considered, based on published admission requirements and residency priority. Selection is based on the average of final grades in required courses and, where required, pre-admission test scores, audition or portfolio evaluations. The highest senior level final grade available at the time of evaluation is considered. Mid-term grades are not considered for competitive programs however, where the required grade 12 course is in progress, grade 11 final grades will be used for ranking. Example 1: When an applicant is enrolled in a required grade 12 Math, and has no previous final grade for grade 12 Math at the time of evaluation, ranking is based on the final grade for grade 11 Math at the appropriate level. Offers of admission granted in this circumstance will be conditional upon successful completion of the required grade 12 Math. Example 2: When an applicant is enrolled in a required grade 11 or 12 Chemistry, and has no previous final grade for grade 11 or 12 Chemistry at the time of evaluation, the applicant will not be considered for admission to a competitive program. Final grades must be available at the time of evaluation. Applicants currently attending a semestered secondary school are strongly encouraged to complete the subject-specific requirements for the programs to which they are applying in the first semester of their final year or during their 3rd year of studies in order that final marks for these courses may be used in the selection. This is particularly important for programs requiring SCH4C where no grade 11 Chemistry mark can be used in selections. HOW DO I CONFIRM MY OFFER OF ACCEPTANCE? An applicant may confirm to only one offer of acceptance at one time. Confirmation of acceptance is completed online at ontariocolleges.ca. In order to secure your place in the program, you must confirm by the deadline specified in your offer of acceptance letter. All colleges to which you applied will be informed of your decision. If you are an international student, email ‘Confirmation of Acceptance’, of your offer package to intlapply@niagaracollege.ca WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM PLACED ON A WAITING LIST? A waiting list is established when there are more eligible applicants than available space in a program. Your position on the waiting list is determined by your evaluation score compared to other applicants, or by your application date if you have applied after the application deadline. Your waiting list status is typically valid until the fifth day of classes and does not carry over to future terms. Should space become available in the program, wait listed applicants will be contacted by the Admissions Office. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide

accurate contact information; including mailing address, email address and phone numbers. WHAT IF I HAVE BEEN DENIED ADMISSION? Applicants may be denied admission when the program and/or waiting list is filled, or when proof of all admission requirements has not been submitted by the required due date. Applicants wishing to make a formal appeal can follow the Appeal of Academic Decisions policy & procedure found on our website. niagaracollege.ca/appeal CAN I BE READMITTED TO A PROGRAM? Students who wish to be readmitted to the first semester of any program must apply to ontariocolleges.ca. Standard application rules and deadlines, as well as admission requirements for the current application cycle will apply. Students wishing to return to a term other than the first term of a program must contact Enrolment Services for further information. Call: 905-735-2211, ext. 7500 HOW MUCH ARE TUITION AND FEES? The cost of tuition varies between programs. Tuition fees are listed by individual program at niagaracollege.ca/fees CAN I DEFER MY ACCEPTANCE OFFER? A deferral of admission may be considered on an individual basis under extenuating circumstances. Applicants must submit their request in writing to the Admissions Office. Applicants must meet all program admission requirements for the start date for which they wish to defer. If a deferral is requested to the next application cycle, a new application and payment of the application fee at Ontario Colleges will be required. HOW AND WHEN CAN I PAY MY TUITION AND FEES? PROGRAM START

TUITION AND FEES INVOICE ISSUED

September

Late May

January

Early October

May

Late January

Invoices are posted to each student’s online MyNC account. Invoices are not mailed to home addresses. Your reserved space in the program expires as of the due date on the tuition and fees invoice. If payment is not received by the due date, you may lose your space in the program. You may be considered for re-admission if there is space available upon request. WHAT MUST I DO IF MY TUITION AND FEES WILL BE PAID BY A SPONSOR? If your tuition and fees will be covered by a sponsoring agency, please request a letter of approval from the agency for each term of study that will be sponsored. The letter must: › a) Identify the number of months required for on campus parking, › b) be received by the tuition due date. Space may not be available in the program after the due date. Approval letters can be submitted by email, mail or fax to: email: studentaccounts@niagaracollege.ca Mail: Niagara College 100 Niagara College Boulevard Welland, ON L3C 7L3 Attention: Student Accounts Fax:

DOES MY PROGRAM HAVE A HEALTH REQUIREMENT? Some programs require students to have certain medical and health criteria such as a completed Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) process. Information will be posted online within your MyNC account. Students must omplete the Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) process by the deadline indicated and meet all medical criteria. These are necessary for clinical/field placement. Failure to meet criteria could affect the ability to proceed in the program. For more information regarding Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) requirements and to access the CDS process and Checklist, please visit the Niagara College Health Services website at niagaracollege.ca/healthservices/cds HOW DO I APPLY FOR TRANSFER CREDITS? Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from the previous institution. Niagara College does not charge a fee for this service. Credits are considered on a course-by-course basis and will be granted where deemed equivalent in content and learning objectives to corresponding Niagara College courses. In some instances, detailed course outlines may be required for evaluation. For more information, please visit niagaracollege.ca/transfer Current and previous Niagara College students who wish to transfer credits from one Niagara College program to another should contact Transfer Credit at transfercredit@niagaracollege.ca WHAT IS PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT AND RECOGNITION (PLAR)? Niagara College believes that many people acquire college-level learning and skills through various situations such as prior work experience, community work, non-credit courses, self-directed study, travel and military service. Candidates who can demonstrate that they have achieved the learning outcomes of a specific course may be granted Niagara College credits based on an assessment of their prior learning. Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition plar@niagaracollege.ca niagaracollege.ca/plar DO I HAVE ANY FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS? As an NC graduate, you can take advantage of many great pathways to further educational opportunities in Canada and around the world. We are proud to provide a range of future study options for students. More details on specific opportunities can be found at niagaracollege.ca/pathways

ADMISSIONS CONTACT INFORMATION Email: admissions@niagaracollege.ca Phone: 905-735-2211 ext 7619 PRE-ADMISSION TEST ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES If you wish to request accommodation for pre-admission testing please contact Accessibility Services prior to the test date at 905735-2211 extension 7778, or, register online for a pre-admission test accommodation.

905-736-6001

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Tuition & Fees Domestic Applicants: Ontario College Diploma Ontario College Certificate Bachelor’s Degree Graduate Certificate

International Applicants: 4,576 4,576.88 $ 7,711.62 $ 5,960.10

.88

Ontario College Diploma Bachelor’s Degree Graduate Certificate

14,650.00 to

15,950.00 17,550.00 $ 15,950.00 $

14,650.00 to

Please note these fees are subject to change without notice.

These fees are tuition fees only and do not include service, medical

All fees shown are based on the 2023-24 academic year. Tuition and

insurance and other applicable fees.

fees for 2024-25 in all funded postsecondary programs may change without notice. Please visit niagaracollege.ca/fees for the most current tuition fees. Co-op programs have an additional fee of $475.00 per

To view all applicable fees, visit international.niagaracollege.ca/fees. All fees are payable in full by the fee deadline dates established by NC.

co-op term. Costs for materials are also added to some programs. The basic annual fees listed here are, tuition and essential fees. Fees include: Academic Advising, Peer Services, Technology, Athletics

international.niagaracollege.ca/fees

and Recreation, Campus Safety, Career Services, Financial Aid Offices, Counselling and Mental Health, Health Services, Student Buildings, Student ID Cards, Transit Pass, Orientation, Achievement and Records,

All fees are payable in full by the fee deadline dates established by NC.

Student Health Plan, SAC Advocacy, SAC Resources, SAC Membership, SAC Social Engagement, SAC Clubs, SAC Services, Sustainability, Cocurricular, and Alumni. For program specific fee information, please visit niagaracollege.ca/fees

Financial Assistance for International Students: For details about scholarships specific to international students, please visit international.niagaracollege.ca/scholarships

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Paying for College Ontario Student Assistance Program

ontario.ca/osap The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a financial aid program that can help you pay for college. OSAP offers funding through:

› grants: money you don’t have to pay back. › a student loan: money you need to repay once you’re finished school.

When you apply for OSAP, you will automatically be considered for both grants and loans. If you don’t want to take a loan, you can decline it after your application is approved. There are also programs to help you repay your student loan once you’re finished school. Visit ontario.ca/osap to apply. The online OSAP application becomes available in May for the coming academic year.

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Scholarships and Bursaries

niagaracollege.ca/finaid Scholarships and bursaries are resources to help you finance your postsecondary education. Niagara College offers over $1.5 million in scholarships and bursaries each year for domestic students. All award opportunities and deadline dates are posted on our financial aid website. NC grads succeed in our community thanks to support of our many donors and friends. FIND SCHOLARSHIPS ONLINE Did you know that hundreds of scholarships through external organizations and companies can be found online? Here are a few websites you can review: › canlearn.ca › studentawards.com › scholarshipscanada.com Google “Canadian student scholarships’ – you’ll find many results online

Financial assistance including endowed awards, declining awards, and entrance scholarships via TSA are subject to certain restrictions and regulations. Award application deadlines and application instructions can vary depending on the award. To find awards you may be eligible for, search the above websites by Student Type and School of Studies to see what awards may be available to you.

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