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CHALLENGE THE WAY YOU THINK INTERACTIVE LEARNING AT ITS BEST
LEARN BY DOING
At Trent, “interactive” means connecting with your profs and other students, in a dynamic exchange of ideas. You’ll find connecting and collaborating is easier here at Trent because of our size and our faculty’s committment to teaching.
Through experiential learning and hands-on research opportunities, you can work side-by-side with leading faculty on research projects on campus and in the community, gaining valuable real-world experience.
“This is a university where the graduates are truly changing the world. We disproportionately hire from Trent because it is such an extraordinary community.” Craig Kielburger, founder of Free the Children and honorary Trent alumnus
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ARE YOU IN?
… AND IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES CREATE YOUR OWN DEGREE
TOPS IN SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Combine different disciplines and take courses from programs across the arts, sciences and even professional programs. Forensics and Philosophy? Business Admin and Media Studies? The possibilities are virtually endless.
From renewable entrance scholarships to full tuition for 90%+, Trent invests more in scholarships and bursaries than any other university of our size in Canada.
Trent’s campuses in Peterborough and Durham offer you the best of both worlds – close enough to home or to the big city, yet far enough to make your mark in a new place.
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WELCOME TO TRENT UNIVERSITY
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UNDERGRADUATE UNIVERSITY IN ONTARIO
Maclean’s Magazine University Rankings
94% OF STUDENTS ARE SATISFIED
WITH THE OVERALL QUALITY OF THEIR TRENT EDUCATION Canadian University Survey Consortium, 2012
95% OF STUDENTS ARE HAPPY THEY
CHOSE TRENT Canadian University Survey Consortium, 2012
LEADER IN STUDENT SATISFACTION Trent outranks Ontario universities in 8 of 10 categories, including student-faculty interaction and supportive environment. National Survey on Student Engagement, 2014
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88% OF TRENT GRADS ARE
EMPLOYED SIX MONTHS AFTER GRADUATION
92% AFTER TWO YEARS
# 1 FOR SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES
Full tuition for top scholars with 90%+ Maclean’s Magazine University Rankings primarily undergraduate category, 2014
#4 RESEARCH UNIVERSITY IN CANADA Re$earch Infosource Canada’s Research Universities of the Year, 2014
AMONG TOP 1,000
2 NOBEL PEACE PRIZE WINNERS
Center for World University Rankings
Professor Chris Furgal, who teaches undergrads, and alumnus Dr. James Orbinski
UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD
PROGRAMS 26 Ancient Greek & Roman Studies 26 Anthropology D&P 26 Archaeology 27 Arts & Science (B.A.S.) 28 Business Administration D&P Specialization in: − Accounting − Economics − Entrepreneurship − Ethics & Sustainability − Human Resource Management − Information Systems & E-Commerce − Marketing & Consumer Culture − Niigaaniiwin – The Art of Leading 28 Business & Arts 28 Business & Science 29 Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Specialization in: Health Sciences 29 Biology Specialization in: − Conservation Biology − Health Sciences 29 Biomedical Science NEW 29 Canadian Studies 30 Chemical Physics 30 Chemistry 30 Child & Youth Studies/Care NEW D 31 Communications & Critical Thinking D 31 Computing Systems Specialization in: − Computer Science − High Performance Computing − Software Engineering 31 Computing Systems & Physics 32 Cultural Studies Specialization in: − Image, Sound & Performance − Writing & Narrative − Film, Video & Media − Social Thought 32 Ecological Restoration 32 Economics 33 Education − Teacher Education Stream D&P − Emphasis in Teacher Education − Bachelor of Education − Indigenous Bachelor of Education NEW
CONTENTS 34 English Literature D&P 34 Trent-ESL: English for University D&P 34 Environmental Chemistry 34 Environmental & Resource Science/Studies 35 Forensic Science 35 Forensics & Arts 35 Forensics & Sciences 36 Bachelor of Environmental Science/Studies 36 French Studies (Modern Languages) Specialization in: Québec Studies 36 Gender & Women’s Studies 36 Geography 37 History D&P 37 Human Resources Management Postgraduate Certificate NEW D&P 37 Indigenous Diploma Programs 37 Indigenous Environmental Studies 38 Indigenous Studies Specialization in: Niigaaniiwin – The Art of Leading 38 Information Systems 38 International Development Studies Specialization in: Latin American Studies 39 International Political Economy 39 Journalism 39 Kinesiology 39 Mathematics Specialization in: Mathematical Finance 40 Mathematical Economics 40 Mathematical Physics 40 Media Studies D&P 41 Nursing 42 Philosophy 42 Physics 42 Political Studies 42 Psychology D&P 43 Social Work D&P 43 Sociology D&P 43 Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Specialization in: Applied Agriculture 43 Water Sciences
6 Peterborough Campus 8 Durham Campus 10 Student Life 12 Residence 14 Athletics and Recreation 16 Study Abroad 18 Scholarships and Bursaries 20 Successful Alumni 24 Academic Excellence 26 Academic Programs 44 Admission Requirements 47 Campus Events 48 Connect with Us
D Indicates programs available in Durham only. D&P Indicates programs available in Durham and Peterborough. All other programs available in Peterborough only. TRENT UNIVERSITY 2016
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TRENT UNIVERSITY PETERBOROUGH PETERBOROUGH QUICK FACTS CAMPUS 1964 year Trent was founded 19:1 student-faculty ratio 6,815 undergraduate students 1,409 part-time students 718 international students from 79 countries
1,450 acre campus 30 km of hiking trails 10x per day GO buses run from campus to the GTA
CITY 81,000 population 90 mins to downtown Toronto 100+ parks and trails HOME TO ReFrame Film Festival SPARK Photo Festival Peterborough Musicfest Peterborough Symphony Orchestra Hunter Street Caribbean Festival Havelock Jamboree
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A VIBRANT CAMPUS IN A BREATHTAKING NATURAL SETTING
DISCOVER CANADA’S MOST BEAUTIFUL UNIVERSITY Trent University’s Symons Campus in Peterborough is an inspiring place to learn – set on the east and west banks of the Otonabee River, a stunning natural landscape provides an environment where you can grow, thrive, live and connect. Just 90 minutes from downtown Toronto, the campus blends award-winning architecture with state-of-the-art research facilities and dynamic spaces where students connect and interact with each other and their professors. Minutes away from campus is a vibrant downtown, which is a premier destination for festivals, concerts and events, filled with a variety of clubs, shops and award-winning restaurants.
“Peterborough really hits a balance between being surrounded by the beauty of nature and having an urban feel.” David Rate, fourth-year Forensic Science student
NEW CAMPUS DEVELOPMENTS As a member of the class of 2020, you will be part of an exciting phase of new developments at Trent. Coming to the Peterborough campus over the next few years is a brand new Student Centre, twin pad hockey arena, and new ball diamond and outdoor playing field. It’s a great time to be a Trent student!
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TRENT UNIVERSITY DURHAM DURHAM QUICK FACTS CAMPUS 900+ students 24:1 student-faculty ratio PARTNER with Oshawa Civic Recreation Centre
PART-TIME FRIENDLY
with concentrated blocks of classes
FULLY-EQUIPPED LIBRARY and resource centre
FREE PARKING
CITY 149,607 population 40 minutes to Union Station in downtown Toronto
TOP 10 COMMUNITY for new residents in Canada
HOME TO
2015 Pan Am Games 33 museums and galleries Ontario Philharmonic Cinechats film series Concerts in the Park Maple Syrup Festival Oshawa Fiesta Week Peony Festival
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A TRANSFORMATIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCE IN THE EAST GTA
AN URBAN VIBE IN A CLOSE-KNIT COMMUNITY With a robust 40-year history in the Durham Region and a new campus opened in 2010, Trent University Durham provides an abundance of opportunities for student engagement. Located in the East GTA in Oshawa, minutes north of Highway 401, Trent’s Durham campus offers a learning experience that is the perfect blend of urban life and close-knit campus community. Nearby, you can enjoy a vibrant greenbelt, parks and beaches – all minutes away from the Oshawa GO Station, state-of-the-art sports facilities, premier shopping centres and a thriving arts and entertainment scene. “Trent University Durham is a great place. I love the small classes, professors are enthusiastic about what they teach, and the quality of education you get here is amazing.” Brittini Andrew, Anthropology
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STUDENT LIFE: GET INVOLVED YOUR COLLEGE: ACADEMIC, PERSONAL & SOCIAL SUPPORT At Trent, our colleges are communities that promote learning, embrace diversity, and lead to friendships that last a lifetime. Made up of classrooms, lounges, faculty offices, dining facilities, residences, and more, they are places where students can make meaningful connections between each other, and with professors and staff.
“Being involved with my college has made my Trent University experience amazing! For me, Champlain College has given me a sense of belonging. No matter where you’re living, on-campus, off-campus, or half-way across the world, you have a space at Trent to call your home!”
You don’t have to be in residence to be part of a college. All Trent students, in all years, are part of a college community, which brings together a unique blend of traditions, events, workshops, places to hang-out, and support services – all designed to help you experience a true sense of belonging. Involvement in your college will also help you to develop skills that are considered desirable by employers, and that lead to a healthy lifestyle while you’re a student and long after you’ve graduated. trentu.ca/colleges
Keeley Moloney, fourth-year Psychology major, Champlain College
CHOOSE THE COLLEGE THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE
GZOWSKI COLLEGE
LADY EATON COLLEGE
OTONABEE COLLEGE
Tradition and a dynamic community are at Champlain’s core, which embodies the spirit of adventure and discovery of the famous French explorer for whom it is named. From ancient history to international perspectives, politics to active living, ongoing discussion here is all about how people acting locally can make a difference on a broader global scale.
Named after the famed Canadian broadcaster, and located in Enweying, a building whose name means “the way we speak together,” Gzowski is a place that fosters respectful dialogue about issues that affect our everyday lives. At the intersection of marketplaces and sustainability, or economics and Canada’s First Peoples, Gzowski thrives on inspiring, complex, and meaningful stories.
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Creative energy, a passion for local community, and a commitment to selfexpression all describe Lady Eaton. Inspired by the values of social justice found at the core of social work, and gender studies, and drawing on disciplines like history, philosophy and modern languages, LEC is a place that looks to understand how abstract concepts can be translated into practical social change.
In Ojibwe, Otonabee means “river that beats like a heart” which symbolizes the way this college looks to the horizon and imagines ways of keeping up with a fast-paced life while honouring the heart. The curious spirit of the college is fuelled by sciences asking questions about how things work, while social sciences lead to a closer examination of complex dynamics between people. Otonabee is a place that seeks new insight and is changeoriented.
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A welcoming and supportive community awaits. Discover all the ways you belong at Trent University.
ENWEYING: “THE WAY WE SPEAK TOGETHER” As a leader in Indigenous education, Trent values indigeneity and the knowledge, perspective, and voice students of Indigenous heritage bring to the Trent community. The FIRST PEOPLES HOUSE OF LEARNING, located in the Enweying building at Gzowski College, connects to local First Nations communities and provides special services, support and a home away from home for Indigenous students from all over the world. For non-Indigenous students, it’s a place to build awareness and to become immersed in many new and traditional cultural experiences. SELF-IDENTIFICATION Self-identifying your Indigenous ancestry helps ensure we provide the best cultural and support services possible. trentu.ca/fphl
Clubs and Groups
Leadership Programs
Meet new friends and explore your interests by joining one of the nearly 100 student clubs and groups at Trent. Can’t find one that matches your interests? At Trent, it’s easy to create your own.
Trent offers innovative certificate programs that prepare students to assume a wide variety of leadership roles within their community and beyond.
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Student Government and Leadership
Support Systems
Trent Central Student Association (TCSA) in Peterborough and Trent Durham Student Association (TDSA) provide a variety of pivotal services, ranging from health and dental insurance to transit passes, and support and sponsor the many clubs and groups across both campuses.
Adjusting to university means developing new skills and independence. At Trent, we challenge and support each other – in the classroom and beyond. Colleges, student services and student associations each provide a full range of personal supports all coordinated by Student Affairs. Services include:
trentcentral.ca tdsa.ca
Academic Skills Centre trentu.ca/academicskills
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INDIGENOUS DIPLOMA PROGRAMS The Indigenous Diploma Program is for applicants of Indigenous ancestry who wish to pursue university level studies, who may not have taken a traditional academic path towards post-secondary education. See page 37. CELEBRATING INDIGENEITY AND INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE The Annual Elders & Traditional Peoples Gathering provides an opportunity for students and the community to listen and learn from elders across the country. The Trent University Native Association is a student-run group creating cultural awareness and support for Indigenous students inside and outside the University.
thinking app
Can you become a better thinker? We believe the answer is ‘yes’. At
Co-Curricular Record Trent’s co-curricular record is an official “transcript” that tracks all non-academic activities and accomplishments while at Trent, including student leadership, awards, workshops, clubs and groups, and much more. trentu.ca/studentaffairs/getinvolved
Career Centre trentu.ca/careers Orientation trentu.ca/studentaffairs/orientation Student Accessibility Services trentu.ca/sas Student Wellness Centre trentu.ca/wellness
Trent University, we know the best knowledge is shared. By debating,
exploring our differences and listening to diverse perspectives we create new thinking. And we think, the world could use more of that.
challenge the way you think.
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THE CHOICE IS YOURS
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Do you prefer a single, double or triple room? There are a number of different room options at Trent to live with friends, make new ones, and find your home away from home.
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1. Favourite comforter from home 2. Movie posters to reflect me and the things I love
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3. Photos of my best friends 4. Great views of campus 5. Wall calendar to keep track of my busy schedule 6. Great space to study and socialize
Your Residence Room is Guaranteed First-year students entering from high school who complete all application requirements by the deadline are guaranteed a spot in residence at our Peterborough campus. DURHAM
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WHAT IS A LIVING-LEARNING COMMUNITY? Membership in a LLC is a great way to make the most of your residence experience by providing you with an opportunity to get involved in various activities and to meet new people who share your interests. • Trent Global Living Community • Active Living • Environmental Sustainability • Leaders of Tomorrow • Expressions • Nursing As with all LLCs, students will drive the collaborative activity planning process with the support of an upper-year student mentor, residence staff and the Colleges.
Trent residences aren’t just buildings. They are supportive environments for you to learn, connect and grow.
CHAMPLAIN RESIDENCE
GZOWSKI RESIDENCE
LADY EATON RESIDENCE
OTONABEE RESIDENCE
Room options: Single, double or triple rooms
Room options: Single rooms with adjoining semi-private bathroom
Room options: Single or double rooms
Room options: Single, double or triple rooms
168 Single rooms 23 Double Rooms 3 Triple Rooms
250 Rooms
214 Single Rooms 12 Double Rooms
185 Single Rooms 45 Double Rooms 33 Triple Rooms
* Room & dining plan cost: Single room $10,622 Double room $9,357 Triple room $8,444 Living-Learning Communities Trent Global Living Community: Students who share a common interest in global citizenship and diversity. Active Living: Bringing together students with an interest in holistic well-being, personal development, physical activity, and connecting to our natural environment.
* Room & dining plan cost: Single room $11,746 Living-Learning Communities Environmental Sustainability: An eco-conscious community where students who share a strong interest in “thinking globally and acting locally” participate.
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* Room & dining plan cost: Single room $10,522 Double room $9,357 Living-Learning Communities Leaders of Tomorrow: Opportunity for students to develop their abilities to motivate and influence others within the broader perspective of education.
OF STUDENTS RECOMMEND LIVING ON CAMPUS AT TRENT IN YOUR FIRST YEAR
* Room & dining plan cost: Single room $10,622 Double room $9,357 Triple room $8,444 Living-Learning Communities Expressions: A vibrant community of students who share a passion for visual and performing arts. Nursing: A new community for nursing students to connect with peers and faculty and participate in community outreach initiatives. * 2015-16 fees are subject to change
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Room options: Single, or double in a five person apartment 32 single rooms 72 double rooms * Room & dining plan cost: Single room $6,700 Double room $5,850 For independent living close to campus, Trent offers new apartment-style living right across the street from campus. These apartments feature residence life staff and programming as well as additional safety and security features.
CAMPUS DINING AT ITS BEST As a student living in residence, your meal plan gives you access to a wide variety of food services. With your meal card you can dine at any of the four on-campus dining halls where more traditional food options are combined with your favourite restaurant chains, including Thai Express, Subway and Booster Juice as well as Starbucks and Tim Hortons. Looking for something different? Enjoy organic and local food at the student-run Seasoned Spoon Café, pub fare at The Ceilie, or gourmet sandwich at The Planet North.
* The Residence Dining Plan will include $3,400 Dining Dollars (to be used in dining halls) and $200 Dining Plus Dollars (to be used at designated university outlets such as The Seasoned Spoon, The Planet North and the Ceilie). Each of the dining plans will allow for unused portions of the dining dollars to be carried over into the following year. trentu.ca/housing
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ATHLETICS AND RECREATION STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES Staying active and finding a healthy balance are essential to your success in a wellrounded university career. Become a Trent student and you automatically become a member at our state-ofthe-art new Trent Athletics Centre.
12,000 SQ. FT. cardio loft and weight room
ATHLETICS CENTRE QUICK FACTS
DURHAM
The Durham Advantage • 12,000 SQ. FT. CARDIO LOFT AND WEIGHT ROOM • 28-FOOT INDOOR CLIMBING WALL • NORTH AMERICA’S MOST ADVANCED INDOOR
ROWING TANK • JUSTIN CHIU STADIUM, ARTIFICIAL TURF FIELD
AND TRACK
DID YOU KNOW?
• INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVE SQUASH COURT
Trent University is training the next generation of Olympic rowers as one of Rowing Canada’s Talent Development Centres.
AND SPORTS HEALTH CLINIC
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• ON-SITE PHYSIOTHERAPY, REHABILITATION, • 25M COMPETITIVE POOL AND THERAPY POOL • TWO FITNESS STUDIOS • BEAUTIFUL HIKING TRAILS AND WILDROCK
OUTFITTERS CANOE CENTRE • VIBRANT EXCALIBUR VARSITY AND CAMPUS
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Trent University Durham students enjoy membership to all City of Oshawa recreation facilities including the Civic Recreational Complex right next door, with access to an indoor soccer stadium, pool, aerobics studio, weight room, indoor track, tennis, squash and badminton courts. Trent University Durham athletes are also welcomed and encouraged to try out for the Excalibur varsity teams in Peterborough.
Wear the “Green and White” and enjoy friendly competition in an intramural sport, compete on a high performance varsity team or find your fitness element at the Athletics Centre. #bleedgreen
Trent Excalibur: Varsity Sport at its Best Sixteen men’s and women’s varsity teams represent Trent at the highest level of competition in the OUA, OCAA and CUFLA. Varsity teams and clubs include: Rowing – Rugby – Lacrosse – Soccer – Volleyball – Curling – Cross Country Running – Golf
FREE
FITNESS CONSULTATION FOR ALL NEW STUDENTS
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Homecoming and Head of the Trent Mark your calendars! You do not want to miss this great Trent event. Head of the Trent is not only the largest single-day rowing regatta in North America, including over 50 universities and clubs. It is also Trent’s annual homecoming celebration with alumni and community fans cheering on the Excalibur soccer, rugby, lacrosse and volleyball teams.
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28-FOOT
indoor climbing wall
Join an intramural team and try co-ed innertube water polo, outdoor/ indoor soccer, hockey, ultimate Frisbee, basketball, dodgeball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey and more! Competitive and recreational levels are available through Trent’s award-winning campus recreation program.
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TAKE YOUR EDUCATION GLOBAL TRENT: WHERE THE WORLD LEARNS TOGETHER At Trent, you are part of a diverse and vibrant community that will support you in your studies, and beyond. The Trent International Program (TIP) provides service, support, information, and a sense of home to students from countries all over the world who have chosen Trent. Whether you are coming from Barrie or Botswana, you can get involved in global discussions with people from more than 100 countries right here on our campus.
Cultural Studies student Joanne Richardson takes in the scenery in Zhangjiajie, Hunan Province, China
STUDY ABROAD OPENS DOORS “In school we learn so much about theories. Being in Thailand, and in the village, gave me a chance to do research first-hand with the people that were most impacted. That’s when I realized that this was the work I wanted to be doing.” A year abroad experience helped recent International Development Studies and Indigenous Studies grad Jennifer Boyce secure a highly competitive internship with the United Nations (U.N.) in Thailand
STUDY AND LEARN ABROAD Your doorway to an amazing world view, the Trent International Program (TIP) offers several international study programs for you to choose from, each giving you a unique opportunity to get where you want to go. Fit a semester or year abroad seamlessly into your university experience through one of our formal exchanges with more than 50 universities. Choose from more than 40 countries from Iceland to Australia.
Where do you want to study? Australia – Barbados – Belize – Botswana – China – Czech Republic – Ecuador – England – Finland – France – Germany – Ghana – Hungary – Iceland – India – Italy – Jamaica – Japan – Malaysia – Malta – Mauritius – Mexico – Norway – Poland – Scotland – South Africa – South Korea – Spain – Switzerland – Taiwan – Hong Kong – Thailand – Trinidad & Tobago – Turkey – United States – Wales trentu.ca/studyabroad
Plaza San Francisco in Quito, Ecuador captured by International Development Studies student Candace Ellison
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Want to live your education in a global way? Trent offers a wide-range of study abroad options that will allow you to internationalize your degree.
STUDY ABROAD AND CHANGE YOUR WORLDVIEW Study abroad opportunities are available in every program and major. Choose from:
Exchange Program Trent’s partnerships with universities around the world make it very easy for you to study abroad through an exchange program, which swaps two students – you spend a semester or year abroad in a chosen country and a student from that country comes to Trent. If our exchange program doesn’t offer the destination you want, we will help you set up a personalized study abroad at the school of your choice.
Department Year Abroad Some of Trent’s departments offer their own programs for you to take your classes overseas and on-location, so you can experience firsthand what you’re studying. Enroll in one of Trent’s field schools in Belize, or try a field course in Taiwan. While studying abroad in Australia, Psychology student Hayley Blake checks scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef off her bucket list
International Internship You can gain international knowledge and cultural insight, all while having a once-in-a-lifetime experience working overseas. Whether it’s for a couple of months or a year, Trent can get you there.
Forensic Science student Patrick Muelles finds a quiet place to study in Innsbruck, Austria
Summer Abroad If you’re looking to go abroad for a summer, Trent will give you credit for it. You can have the same international experience in between academic years.
Volunteer Abroad You will learn a lot at Trent. We can help you turn your knowledge into action on the international stage through a volunteer opportunity in the country of your choice.
Our Commitment to International Students
TRENT STUDENTS: BY THE NUMBERS
TIP recognizes the contributions of our international students with many significant scholarships and awards, helping to make the transition to studying in Canada, and at Trent, a little easier. We also invite you to participate in additional extracurricular programs, seek out campus mentors to help you achieve your leadership goals, and attend regular forums where you can meet other like-minded scholars.
6,784 undergraduate
students in Peterborough
718 international students 308 self-identified Indigenous students
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Ryan Smith, Business Administration student, takes in the sights of Todaiji Temple in Nara, Japan
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TRENT IS #1 IN SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES At Trent, we believe in rewarding academic excellence and supporting an accessible education for all. You won’t find another university in Canada that invests more in scholarships and bursaries than Trent and all of our scholarships are renewable each year.
OUR ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP GUARANTEE
$25,000
Achieve an average of 80% or higher in your final year of high school and you automatically receive an entrance scholarship to Trent. Even if your final admissions average decreases from the time the offer was made, you will not lose your entrance scholarship, as long as you still meet the minimum admission requirements outlined in your Offer of Admission. That’s our guarantee to you. And, if your final admissions average increases, you will be eligible for an even larger scholarship – potentially as much as full tuition!
OVER 4 YEARS Maintain a 90%+ average and your full tuition is covered each year you’re at Trent!
Trent University National Renewable Entrance Scholarship for Canadian Students Our renewable entrance scholarships reward you for your academic achievement throughout all four years of your undergraduate studies – no application required! WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
ADMISSION AVERAGE
MAX SCHOLARSHIP POTENTIAL
DETAILS
Secondary Students
95% 90-94% 85-89% 80-84%
$25,000 $25,000 $6,000 $4,000
Full tuition x 4 years* Full tuition x 4 years* $1,500 x 4 years $1,000 x 4 years
Transfer Students
95% 90-94% 85-89% 80-84%
$12,000 $10,000 $6,000 $4,000
$3,000 x 4 years $2,500 x 4 years $1,500 x 4 years $1,000 x 4 years
Trent University Prestigious Scholarships
Explore some of the other generous scholarships available to new Trent students. Applications are due April 1, 2016. trentu.ca/scholarships
SCHOLARSHIP NAME
CRITERIA
ADMISSION AVERAGE
MAX SCHOLARSHIP POTENTIAL
YEAR 1
YEAR 2, 3 AND 4
The Champlain Scholarship
Awarded to two entering students of exceptionally high academic achievement and promise
90% or above
$25,000
Full tuition
Full tuition/year
Full tuition
$5,000/year
Awarded to an entering student who has shown outstanding leadership and involvement in his/her community, as well as academic achievement
90% or above
Full tuition
Full tuition/year
Full tuition
$4,500/year
Awarded to several entering students of outstanding academic and extracurricular achievement
90% or above
Full tuition
Full tuition/year
Full tuition
$3,750/year
Awarded to an entering student of outstanding academic and extra-curricular achievement who has been awarded a medal or an honourable mention for a senior-level project at a Canada Wide Science Fair within the past two years
90% or above
Full tuition
Full tuition/year
Full tuition
$3,750/year
The Board of Governor’s Leadership Scholarship
Special Admission Scholarship
Canada Wide Science Fair Scholarship
80-89%
$25,000
80-89%
$25,000
80-89%
80-89%
$25,000
* Full tuition scholarships are renewable at a minimum average of 90% in at least FIVE credits. Students renewing between 80-89% will receive the amounts reflected in the chart for transfer students. For up to date scholarship conditions and values, visit trentu.ca/financialaid
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HOW MUCH WILL IT COST? Estimated Average Budget for an Academic Year LIVING ON CAMPUS Tuition $6,221 Ancillary Fees $1,579 Books & Supplies $1,600 *Residence Room & Board $8,400-11,600 Personal $2,000 Total $19,475 – $22,675 LIVING OFF CAMPUS Tuition $6,221 Ancillary Fees $1,579 Books & Supplies $1,600 **Off-campus Housing $6,500 Personal $2,000 Total $17,575
APPLYING TO A PROGRAM IN THE HUMANITIES?
These costs represent an eight-month budget (based on 2015-16 costs). Your costs may decrease depending on personal lifestyle, number of trips home, long distance calls, new or used books, etc. * Includes residence dining plan ** Estimate based on eight months of rent (shared occupancy, utilities, laundry and groceries).
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Trent University offers $500 to students beginning their studies in this important field of study.
Look for this symbol on the academic program pages for eligible programs.
See page 13 for specific residence and dining plan fees.
WHAT FINANCIAL SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE? Many students need some form of financial assistance in order to pursue their academic career. Our financial aid team will work with you to find ways to help cover the costs of your university education. In addition to scholarships, there are several options available, including: ENTRANCE AND IN-COURSE BURSARIES Trent University offers an entrance and in-course bursaries to students with a demonstrated financial need. Bursaries, unlike loans, do not need to be repaid. trentu.ca/financialaid/bursaries.php GOVERNMENT LOANS & GRANTS Funded by federal and provincial governments, interest-free loans and non-repayable grants are available to students throughout their academic careers. Visit canlearn.ca ONTARIO TUITION GRANT Eligible students can apply for a 30% off tuition grant from the Ontario government. For complete eligibility requirements visit ontario.ca/30off
TRENT WORK STUDY PROGRAM TWSP provides part-time jobs on campus for students who are receiving OSAP or student aid from another province. Positions range from tour guides, athletic instructors, lifeguards, club and group assistants, research assistants, and more. Full details are available at trentu.ca/financialaid/bursaries_twsp.php PART-TIME JOBS Many students find work on or off-campus while attending Trent. The Student Job Board and other local community listings are a great place to begin your job search. A full listing of scholarships, awards, and bursaries is available at trentu.ca/financialaid
“I chose Trent in part because the Entrance Scholarship really rewards hard work. I had a 90% average coming from high school, and to know that I had a full tuition renewable scholarship really eased the stresses of my first year. It allowed me to get involved and really focus on my studies.” Kalene Lupton, fourth year, History
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TRENT ALUMNI ARE SHINING EXAMPLES
GLOBAL INNOVATOR AND TRENT UNIVERSITY CHANCELLOR Don Tapscott, Honours B.Sc. Psychology and Sociology (1966)
“At Trent, I learned how to think, how to write, how to solve problems.”
YOUTH EDUCATION LEADER Dalal Al-Waheidi, Honours B.A. International Development Studies and Political Studies (1998)
“At Trent, I was provided with so many opportunities to really take theory into practice. I’m forever grateful for the amazing opportunity that I had at Trent.” Executive director of We Day Global for the non-profit organization Free The Children, Dalal Al-Waheidi is a leading advocate for women’s rights, youth empowerment, and social change.
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Trent’s first alumnus to become chancellor, Dr. Don Tapscott is one of the world’s leading authorities on innovation and the impact of technology, bestselling author of 15, books, and recognized as one of the top five business thinkers in the world.
Discover how some of Trent’s most distinguished alumni are challenging the way we think about the world
AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR Yann Martel, Honours B.A. Philosophy (1985)
“The world needs, above all else, thinking citizens who are informed in a way that they can deal with the world’s complexity. A good university like Trent can develop that.” Author of the award-winning novel Life of Pi, which became an Oscar-winning motion picture, Yann Martel began writing while studying philosophy at Trent.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATOR Dr. Douglas Stenton, M.A. in Anthropology (1980)
“My time at Trent left an indelible impression on me both personally and professionally. The support and commitment of faculty and staff built my confidence, and broadened my perspectives.” Dr. Douglas Stenton, archaeologist and director of heritage for the Government of Nunavut, played a key role in the historic discovery of the Franklin shipwreck, H.M.S. Erebus, internationally hailed the discovery of the century.
BIOMATERIALS M.V.P.
NOBEL PEACE PRIZE WINNER
Dr. Suresh Narine, M.Sc. in Chemical Physics/B.Sc. in Chemical Physics (1991)
Dr. James Orbinski, Honours B.Sc. Psychology (1980)
“As a Trent student, I learned to think for myself, to challenge the status quo, and I learned that solutions often reside in unconventional partnerships.” Named one of Canada’s Top 40 under 40, Dr. Suresh Narine is internationally recognized as a pioneer researcher in the field of biomaterials.
“Trent has given me skills and a joy in learning that allow me to continuously adapt and shape my participation in the world. I didn’t learn what to think, but how to think.” Nobel Peace Prize winner Dr. James Orbinski is a globally recognized humanitarian practitioner and advocate, as well as one of the world’s leading scholars and scientists in global health.
Connect with an Alumni Mentor Through a partnership with Trent’s Alumni Affairs Office, Career Centre and the Colleges, the Life After Trent program connects students with successful and prominent alumni on a one-on-one basis or at group networking events. Navigate career options, learn invaluable skills for professional development and make new contacts. Gain a competitive advantage to help you in your career of choice after you graduate.
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FIND YOUR ACADEMIC PROGRAM “Trent students have exceptional opportunities to learn, interact and attain the highest levels of success. We teach beyond accepted paradigms and knowledge, teaching students how to move past them by challenging the ways that they and others think.� Dr. Leo Groarke, PhD, President & Vice-Chancellor of Trent University
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE TRAIN YOUR BRAIN AT ONTARIO’S #1 UNDERGRADUATE UNIVERSITY Trent offers an impressive range of academically rigorous programs across the arts and sciences, as well as professional and specialty programs, with all the benefits of high-quality research and exemplary teaching within a personal, close-knit community. No wonder Trent has been named Ontario’s #1 primarily undergraduate* university four years in a row. * Maclean’s University Rankings
PRESTIGIOUS SCHOOLS OF STUDY Benefit from interactive collaboration with researchers, professors and other students across a variety of related programs and disciplines. SCHOOL OF THE ENVIRONMENT
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Uniting our outstanding environmental programs under one umbrella, the new Trent School of the Environment builds upon Trent’s recognized leadership in teaching and research in all areas related to the environment. Explore programs in Trent’s new School of the Environment – look for this symbol throughout the academic program pages.
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Canadian Studies was born at Trent and the new School for the Study of Canada further strengthens our leadership role in this important area of study. Explore programs in Trent’s new School for the Study of Canada – look for this symbol throughout the academic program pages.
TRENT/FLEMING SCHOOL OF NURSING The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing has a proud history of offering integrated, collaborative academic programs that meet the highest standard for future nurses. Learn more about the School on page 41. SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL LEARNING Trent’s School of Education and Professional Learning brings together leading academic programs and professional learning opportunities for aspiring and current teachers. Learn more about programs in the School of Education & Professional Learning on page 33.
PRE-LAW? PRE-MED? TRENT STUDENTS HAVE A TRACK RECORD OF SUCCESS Considering law, medicine or another professional designation? Trent has a tradition of helping students build a comprehensive framework in both the arts and sciences that provides a unique advantage when applying to law school, medical school, graduate or professional programs. Trent grads continually receive feedback that they demonstrate exceptional writing, analytical and critical thinking skills, preparing them exceptionally well to succeed in their next degree too.
“My experience and education at Trent has enabled and prepared me to get into one of the best law schools in Canada.” Jami Lenis, fourth-year, Psychology, Trent University Durham
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SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES As you plan your undergraduate studies, it’s helpful to know that Trent University is home to a growing number of prestigious graduate programs. Find your post-graduate path at trentu.ca/graduatestudies
ENHANCE YOUR DEGREE – ADD AN EMPHASIS In addition to unique degree combinations, minors and specializations, Trent also offers a number of emphases to give a unique focus to your degree, including: • Applied Ethics • Cultural & Linguistic Anthropology • Geographical Information Systems • Global Power & Politics • Global Studies
• Law & Policy • Linguistics • Museum Studies • Northern & Polar Studies • Premodern Studies • Teacher Education • Theatre Studies • The Teaching of Spanish
The goal of a Trent education is to equip students with the passion, confidence, skills and intellectual rigour to advance their careers, their communities and the world.
“CO-OP AND INTERNSHIPS” THE TRENT WAY At Trent, we believe some of the best learning takes place by doing. Put your critical thinking skills to good use and improve your work prospects through our many hands-on experiential learning opportunities, community research projects, international education experiences, and internship programs.
TRENT COMMUNITY RESEARCH CENTRE Through the Trent Community Research Centre (TCRC), students undertake supervised research projects with non-profit and government organizations right in the community to gain academic credit and on-the-job experience. It’s like co-op, but better.
GLOBAL WORK EXPERIENCES Incorporate international experiential learning into your degree program through a field placement, research project, intensive language program, or internship. Trent students have done business in Hong Kong, supported health care in Honduras, excavated ruins in Belize, taught in England, and studied pink dolphins in Taiwan.
ON-CAMPUS WORK EXPERIENCE Visit the Trent Career Centre and explore the student job board – there are endless opportunities to gain valuable work experience right here on campus.
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UNPARALLELED UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
Part of the Specialization in Health Sciences, the Internship in Medical Sciences and Placement in Health Sciences courses allow students interested in medical/health science the best opportunity to prepare for careers in medical or applied health research, teaching, and med school.
At Trent, undergrads are part of research projects and teams led by world-class faculty and experts in their fields, gaining invaluable skills and experience that will prepare you for graduate school and beyond.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Housed within the BBA program, internship opportunities in a variety of business sectors within the Greater Peterborough area and the Durham Region are available to students enrolled in various programs at Trent.
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Ancient Greek & Roman Studies (B.A.) Ancient Greek and Roman Studies will expose you to the foundation of modern western civilization, and provide you with the knowledge to understand why and how we function as a society today. Explore issues of state and empire, warfare, class struggles, the economy, religion, gender, cultural heritage, and the genius of the human spirit – issues as relevant today as they were back then. Courses are based on the research of accomplished instructors and scholars. Why Trent? • Examine, through interdisciplinary study, the history, society, literature and physical remains of the ancient Mediterranean from 3000 B.C. to 650 A.D. • Take courses based on the active research of faculty who are leaders in the field • Participate in one-of-a-kind extracurricular activities and projects, like student productions of ancient Greek plays and archaeological excavation in the Mediterranean Career Paths
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Archaeologist / Archivist / Curator / Editor / Secondary School Teacher / Journalit / Library and Information Systems Specialist / Professor / Public Relations Specialist Popular Courses The Trojan War; Greek, Roman, and Egyptian Archaeology; Mythology; Ancient Warfare; Love, Sex and Death; and Ancient Civilizations trentu.ca/ahc
Anthropology (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Archaeology (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Anthropology is the study of the human experience, from our earliest ancestors to contemporary digital society. You will learn to see humankind as complex social and biological beings with the capacity for language and culture. Drawing on insights from archaeology, and cultural, linguistic, and biological anthropology, you will explore the extraordinary variability in human adaptation, organization and belief, and how the common circumstances we face unite us.
Archaeology is the interdisciplinary study of the human past through the examination of material and biological remains, including artifacts, human and animal bones, architecture, and plants. You will learn the field methods and laboratory techniques used to study these materials, as well as theories archaeologists use to understand the ancient cultures and past civilizations of the Americas, Europe and the pre-Classical and Classical Mediterranean world. This exciting interdisciplinary program combines courses from Anthropology, Ancient History & Classics, and the sciences.
Why Trent? • Study with renowned researchers in one of the most highly regarded programs in Canada • Participate in an archaeological field school in Belize or Ontario • Spend a year abroad in Ghana, Ecuador, Thailand, or France Career Paths Archaeologist / Public Service / Cultural and Heritage Consultant / Environmental Impact Assessor / Ethnographer / Forensic Anthropologist / Immigration and Human Rights / Public Health / Medical Anthropologist / Museum Curator / Program Manager Popular Courses Plagues and Peoples; Freaks and Geeks: The Anthropology of Subcultures and CyberCultures; Culture and Food; The Archaeology of Climate Change; Environmental Archaeology; Mortuary Archaeology; The Anthropology of Religion trentu.ca/anthropology
Why Trent? • Specialize in Anthropological Archaeology or Classical Archaeology • Conduct field work in Ontario, or abroad in places like Belize, Europe, Turkey, North Africa, and more • Practice in specialized labs for bioarchaeology, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), archaeozoology and lithic analysis Career Paths Archaeological Data Manager / Archaeologist / Archaeotourism Professional / Archivist / Bioarchaeologist / First Nations Liaison Officer / Heritage Management Consultant / Heritage Planner / Professor / Laboratory Supervisor / Museum Curator / Teacher Popular Courses Archaeozoology; Collapse of Complex Societies; Aegean Bronze Age Archaeology; Human Adaptability; Case Studies in Classical Archaeology trentu.ca/archaeology
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BACHELOR OF ARTS & SCIENCE Bachelor of Arts & Science (B.A.S.) This program is designed for students who are equally fascinated by the study of both the Arts and the Sciences and who perform very well across these disciplines. You will develop skills of inquiry and critical thinking by studying topical issues like climate change from scientific, social and humanist perspectives. You will gain the knowledge, confidence, and skills to become a leader in the management of the overlapping social, artistic, and scientific complexities of today’s world Why Trent? • Design your degree to suit your interests and strengths • Develop skills of inquiry and critical thinking from both scientific and humanistic perspectives • Participate in student-driven research with faculty members from a variety of disciplines Career Paths Medicine / Law / Journalism / Public Policy / Teaching / Marketing & Communications / Government / Business / Publishing
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Trent University’s Bachelor of Arts & Sciences degree is the best of both worlds. Not only is it interdisciplinary and forwardthinking, it is both broad and focused. BAS students receive a well-rounded education that can be applied locally and globally. Yet BAS degrees can also be tailored and specialized. As a BAS student, you can qualify for the professional schools, pursue creative research avenues in preparation for post-graduate study and research, or prepare for unique and specialized careers in interdisciplinary and growing fields such as scientific journalism.
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“This is a completely unparalleled program, providing you with the flexibility to choose two different disciplines to create a unique and profound education.” Osman Kayani, third-year BAS student
HONOURS ARTS (B.A) / HONOURS SCIENCE (B.Sc.) Are you drawn to the sciences, social sciences, or humanities, but also feeling unsure about which program to apply? The Honours Arts and Honours Science options at Trent are geared towards students who want to explore a few different areas of study in their first year before declaring a major or joint-major. You may even choose to combine different disciplines and take courses from programs across both the arts and sciences. Journalism and Environmental Studies? Business and Media Studies? The possibilities are virtually endless.
In BAS, enjoy more degree combinations than any other program at Trent! In addition to four core courses, students choose two minors; one from the sciences and one from the arts. In addition, fourth year students design and pursue their own research projects, guided and supervised personally by a Trent faculty member. Create the degree you want in the BAS program at Trent.
“Students in the BAS program cultivate the flexibility and richness of mind needed for the multi-disciplinary careers of the future. Medical schools and the technology sector increasingly recruit students with training in the arts. And fields traditionally associated with education in the arts, such as law and politics, increasingly need people with a strong scientific background.” Dr. Moira Howes, Dean of Arts and Science – Humanities
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION The Trent Business Advantage At Trent, we recognize the integral role innovative and creative thinking plays in the world of business. That’s why our popular Business Program offers all the advantages of a traditional Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and more. Trent’s BBA focuses on economics, management and entrepreneurship with a full slate of accounting courses that prepare you for the CPA designation or as a launch pad to an MBA. We are also the only university in Canada to offer a wide range of joint majors in Business Administration, allowing you to combine business courses with other areas of interest – from Media Studies to Environmental Studies and everything in between. The Trent advantage allows you to combine your passions and interests and cross boundaries, no matter which program or major you are interested in.
“At Trent I wasn’t just a passive recipient of knowledge, but rather a co-creator of my own intellectual capacity.” Don Tapscott ‘66, Trent University chancellor, alumnus, bestselling author and one of the world’s top five business thinkers
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) Prepare to be part of the next generation of leaders, business professionals and entrepreneurs. Through an integrated approach spanning corporate, selfemployment, online, small business and other models, you will learn fundamentals of leadership, management, gaining a deep understanding of the organization of business and its role in a changing world. Your studies will include a broad foundation of business knowledge through delivery of core courses across business areas beginning in first year. Choose to focus in one of several specializations, or connect your interest in business with other study areas through Trent’s commitment to interdisciplinary learning. Why Trent? • Apply to be a Justin Chiu Scholar for an exclusive internship with China’s top asset management developers • Prepare for your CPA designation or spring board to an MBA
FIVE WAYS TO DO BUSINESS AT TRENT
1 Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – focus on economics, management and entrepreneurship
science courses from Biology and Psychology to Environmental & Resource Science and Forensic Science
• Acquire real-world professional experience through a variety of opportunities, including upper year for-credit internships, community-based research projects, the Trent Business Students’ Association, and national student business competitions
Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Consumer Culture, Human Resource Management, Niigaaniiwin – The Art of Leading, Economics, Ethics and Sustainability, or Information Systems and E-Commerce
• Benefit from a human-scale approach to teaching, and the knowledge and expertise of a dedicated alumni community of business leaders and mentors
2 Business and Arts B.A. – combine business courses with any
arts courses from English and Cultural Studies to Sociology and Economics
3 Business and Science B.Sc. – combine business courses with any 4 BBA with Specialization – choose from Accounting,
5 Business Administration Minor – combine business as a minor
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Business and Arts (JointMajor B.A.), Business and Science (Joint-Major B.Sc.) The joint major (B.A. or B.Sc.) allows students to combine business with any other academic interest. Why Trent? • Study in the only university in Canada to offer a wide range of joint majors in Business Administration for more career choice and flexibility • Create a unique educational focus based on your interests with an interdisciplinary knowledge base • Pursue a fourth-year “legacy project” that will leave a lasting impact from your time at Trent. • Join a community affiliated with the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management and Education trentu.ca/businessadmin
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (B.Sc.) Without biochemistry, there is no life. Working in state-ofthe-art facilities, you will gain a solid grounding in chemistry, biochemistry, genetics and cell biology. This program prepares you both technically and intellectually for advanced studies in this dynamic and ever-changing discipline. Why Trent? • Choose to specialize in Health Sciences • Benefit from a hands-on approach to learning through laboratory work and small group learning with expert scholars • Design and execute your own experiments and research, or take advantage of opportunities to assist with faculty research Career Paths
Biology (B.Sc.)
Biomedical Science (B.Sc.)*
Canadian Studies (B.A.)
The study of biology probes the entire diversity of life, from molecules to global ecosystems. Biology is central to understanding the most pressing of today’s concerns, from managing the spread of infectious diseases to feeding a planet of seven billion people. Through lectures, labs and fieldwork on Trent’s ecologically diverse campus, you will learn the underlying theories and concepts of biology and apply them to real questions and challenges, gaining the knowledge to solve the problems we face every day.
A growing awareness of how the different levels of life interact has brought together the disciplines of biology and medicine and added to our understanding of how these interactions affect health and disease. Students who complete the new B.Sc. in Biomedical Science will appreciate that the many levels and approaches to health and medicine are complementary and will be able to apply the principles to assess and solve problems as they relate to real-world health issues. Internships will provide students with opportunities for practical experience in a medical or healthcare related setting, preparing graduates for successful careers in biomedical or applied health research, teaching, or in degree programs in medicine or in the allied health profession.
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Why Trent? • Choose to specialize in Health Sciences or Conservation Biology • Work alongside faculty in the department and collaborating scientists at the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Physician / Dentist / Research Scientist / Pharmacist / High School Science Teacher / Optometrist / Laboratory Instrument Specialist
• Participate in the Ontario Universities Program in Field Biology, in which you may choose to engage in a varied selection of field courses held in Canada or around the world
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Biochemical Concepts; Molecular Biology; Cell Biology; Microbiology; Protein Chemistry & Enzymolongy; Metabolism; Bioinorganic Chemistry; Immunology
Veterinarian / Bioinformation Specialist / Bio- Medical Sales Representative / Conservation / Biologist / Physician / Dentist / Pathologist / Genetic Councillor / Research Scientist / Biotechnology / Zoologist
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Gain an understanding of the issues affecting Canadians the most, including: politics, culture, the environment, immigration, multiculturalism, citizenship, labour, First Nations, the North, regionalism, social welfare, and the women’s movement. One of the first programs of its kind in Canada, Canadian Studies offers unparalleled insight into the life and history of Canada, and how the nation and its people have evolved to who we are today. Why Trent? • First year students choose from courses including: Conflicted Canada, Global Canada, and Canada: Images & Realities • Generous awards, bursaries and major scholarships available specifically for Canadian Studies Majors • Work with community groups on research projects or participate in student retreats at Windy Pine, the department’s lakeside cottage conference centre Career Paths Biographer / Public Administrator / Community Relations Consultant / Diplomat / Immigration Officer / Lawyer / Policy Analyst / Public Policy Officer / Journalist / Teacher
Popular Courses Conservation Biology; Pathophysiology; Epidemiology; Evolution; Medical Entomology; Genetics; Pharmacology; Fish Ecology; Field Courses trentu.ca/biology
Popular Courses Canada: The Land; Canadian Women’s Writing; Security, Surveillance and the Making of the Contemporary Canadian State; Canada in the 1960s; First Nations and the Welfare State; Northern Summer Field Course; Documenting Canada. trentu.ca/canadianstudies
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86% OF UNIVERSITY GRADS ARE WORKING AT JOBS THAT REQUIRE SKILLS ACQUIRED AT UNIVERSITY COU University Works Report 2015
Chemical Physics (B.Sc.)
Chemistry (B.Sc.)
As a student of Chemical Physics, you will explore the physics and chemistry of molecular and atomic-scale systems and condensed matter, and the techniques required to develop an understanding of the fundamental principles of our physical and chemical world. You will gain the knowledge and skills to conduct quantitative research, preparing you for employment or graduate studies in fields such as science, technology and engineering.
Research in chemistry explores and uncovers the properties of chemicals and their diverse chemistries in different environments. As a chemistry student, you will contribute directly to these discoveries and will gain experience in modern chemical research design and methods. Chemistry is the central science, and you will learn how this discipline contributes to, and is enhanced by, all other physical and life sciences.
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Why Trent?
• Benefit from the delivery of a focused program offering personal interaction and mentoring from award-winning faculty
• Specialize in organic, inorganic, physical and analytical chemistry, or biochemistry, and take advantage of course options supported by the departments of Physics, Biology and Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
• Participate in exciting hands-on research with faculty as a student research assistant • Develop your own research through a one- or two-semester project course Career Paths Climate Modeller / Biophysicist / Electron Microscopist / Electronics Developer / Nuclear Scientist / Materials Researcher / Patent Lawyer / Teacher Popular Courses Quantum Mechanics and Reaction Kinetics; Thermodynamics; Photochemistry; Electricity and Magnetism trentu.ca/physics trentu.ca/chemistry
• Study in a program accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry, and benefit from opportunities to assist faculty in research or develop independent research projects • Gain experience with special equipment for modern experimental and theoretical chemistry, including spectrophotometers, ion trap mass spectrometers, gas and high-performance liquid chromatography equipment Career Paths Anesthesiologist / Corrosion Analyst / Environmental Lawyer / Food and Drug Inspector / Industrial Hygienist / Pharmacist / Quality Control / Medical Doctor / Veterinarian Popular Courses Analytical Chemistry; Biochemical Concepts; Atmospheric Environmental Chemistry; Modern Organic Synthesis; Photochemistry trentu.ca/chemistry
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Communications & Critical Thinking (B.A.)
Computing Systems (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Computing Systems & Physics (B.Sc.)
The new Communications and Critical Thinking degree program answers the call by employers for excellent communicators, problem solvers, and lifelong learners. You will be highly competitive in a job market that increasingly stresses the need for employees who can adapt and change in a world of rapid technological, cultural, and social change. This unique program offers interdisciplinary learning that gives you practical experience through exciting opportunities in community-based research and involvement in your third year. This program will provide you with the kind of critical thinking and communications skills that an education grounded in the social sciences and humanities makes possible.
Are you interested in becoming a part of the exciting and rapidlygrowing information technology industry? This is a field which impacts all disciplines and has redefined how we work, interact, and conduct our day-to-day lives. Trent’s Computing Systems degrees will equip you with the necessary skills required for a successful career in the technology sector. For more in depth-studies you can choose one of three specializations: Computer Science, High Performance Computing, and Software Engineering.
Computing Systems & Physics at Trent is ideal for people seeking careers in high-tech fields or graduate studies in physics or computer science. You will study hardware/software interfaces, electronics, software design, networks, distributed operating systems, and the underlying principles of physics and mathematics. You will gain an understanding of leading-edge technology combined with a foundation in physics that will help you answer questions about the particles and forces composing our universe, and the rich complexities that arise through their interactions.
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Why Trent? • Personalized experience with professors who are experts in their fields and who can provide a wellrounded view from the technical, business and cultural perspectives • Progressive use of the latest science and digital technologies • Smaller classes with opportunities for one-on-one interaction with faculty • Take advantage of hands-on, real-world experience through our third-year internship course and fourth-year project course Career Paths Database Administrator / Software Developer / Programmer / Network Administrator / Research Scientist / Software Engineer / Systems Analyst / Website Developer / Mobile Application Developer / Research Specialist / Server Administrator/ Computer Security / Technical Writer / Graduate Studies/ Data Scientist Popular Courses High Performance Computing; Web Application Development; Computer Crime & Forensics; -Artificial Intelligence; Computer Networks Systems Programming; Human-Computer Interaction; Data Mining; Software Engineering Project; Database Management Systems
Why Trent? • Benefit from small-group lab work that will complement theoretical studies • Gain experience through summer research opportunities or project courses
NEW ACADEMIC PROGRAMS BEGINNING IN 2017* Environmental Health B.A. Legal Studies B.A.
• Develop a strong foundation for further education through graduate studies in M.Sc./Ph.D
Health Studies B.A./B.Sc.
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Entrepreneurship Postgraduate Certificate
Database Administrator / Information Systems Specialist / Network Specialist / Robotics / Research Scientist / Software Developer / Software Engineer / Systems Analyst / Website Designer Popular Courses Computer Organization; Electricity and Magnetism; High Performance Computing; Introductory Quantum Physics; Modern Optics; Statistical and Thermal Physics trentu.ca/cois trentu.ca/physics
Management Postgraduate Certificate Masters in Management See something you like? Enrol in Trent now and switch to one of our new programs in 2017. At Trent, it’s easy to do that. * pending Ministry approval
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Cultural Studies (B.A.) One of the only programs of its kind in Canada, students of Cultural Studies explore critical cultural issues, media-related tendencies, art and its diverse landscape, and film. Through a range of courses you’ll be engaged in visual arts, cultural theory, media, film, theatre, music, and creative writing. Students learn to question and analyze the notion of culture itself, to decode its complex systems of messages, and ultimately, understand how culture finds meaning in our everyday lives. Why Trent? • Specialize in Arts, Comparative Literature, Film, Video and Media, or Social Thought, or take a comprehensive approach
“My on-campus work experience has been, in every sense of the word, life changing. Being mentored by industry professionals in my chosen field of study has provided me with invaluable realworld experience and has given me insight into the skills most sought after in the business and marketing industry.” Tyler Grieve, Business Administration
• Create culture yourself through workshops taught by renowned theatre directors, artists, musicians, writers, and filmmakers • Home of internationallyrenowned journal, Theory & Event Career Paths Advertising and Marketing Executive / Director / Author / Cultural Events Planner / Museum and Heritage Consultant / Radio or Television Producer / Videographer / Communications Specialist / Journalist / Cultural Critic Popular Courses Media and Society; Civilization and Human Nature; Science Fiction; World Cinema; Issues in Global Media; Music and Society; Mass Media and Popular Culture; Visual Arts Studios; Theatre Workshops trentu.ca/culturalstudies
Ecological Restoration (B.Sc.) SCHOOL OF THE ENVIRONMENT Called the “ecology of hope,” Ecological Restoration offers a positive response to environmental degradation. The study of Ecological Restoration takes a big picture approach, working with ecological principles that you can apply to any ecosystem or project. You will gain the practical and theoretical knowledge needed to help restore deteriorated environments while studying in this unique and exciting program that combines the strengths of Trent University and Fleming College. Applications are made to Fleming College through The Ontario College Application Service (OCAS). Why Trent? • Experience the best of university and college by connecting theory and principles with hands-on practical application in the field • Integrate knowledge from a broad range of disciplines, including ecology, aquatic biology, hydrology, botany and social science • Gain experience through field camps, field courses and community-based research projects Career Paths Landscape Restoration Technician / Shoreline Naturalization Technician / Watershed Planning Technician / Wetland Habitat Technician Popular Courses Restoration Ecology; Environmental Ethics; Ecological Design; Environmental Law and Regulation; Ecology and the Management of Wetland Systems trentu.ca/ecologicalrestoration
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Economics (B.A. or B.Sc.) Study the impact that individuals, businesses, financial institutions, and governments have on the economy. Through your studies, you will gain an understanding of the methods and tools required to analyze complex economic issues, such as unemployment, inflation, economic growth and the regulation of the market structure. You will use national and international data to explore trends and tendencies and to test economic models. Why Trent? • Gain experience through participation in faculty research during your undergraduate degree • Benefit from small-group classes, seminars and workshops • Undertake individual research projects using economic modeling tools Career Paths Financial Analyst / Business Risk Consultant / Economic Journalist / Foreign Service Officer / Fundraising Coordinator / Institutional Research Analyst / Politician / Investment Banking Analyst / Health Policy Planner / Market Research Analyst Popular Courses The Canadian Economy; Public Economics; International Economics; Environmental Economics; Health Economics; The Economics of Developing Countries; Managerial Economics trentu.ca/economics
THE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL LEARNING Teacher Education Stream (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Emphasis in Teacher Education (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
This program provides students with a strong foundation for application to a consecutive teacher education program, and ultimately the teaching profession. It is taken concurrently with an Honours B.A. or B.Sc. degree. Students gain practical and theoretical knowledge through course work, participation in two workshops per year on current issues in education, and 75 hours (over four years) of experiential placements. Each year, a number of spaces in the Trent Consecutive Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program are reserved for graduates of this Teacher Education Stream.
The Emphasis in Teacher Education program provides a pathway for those who want the option to pursue education, but who are not yet certain they will continue on to a B.Ed. The Emphasis program is available to Trent students in a single or joint major honours program and provides students with customized course work so that they are well positioned to pursue a B.Ed. (This does not guarantee admission into the Consecutive B.Ed. program.)
The Consecutive Education program is available upon completion of an undergraduate degree, and certifies successful candidates to teach at the Elementary or Secondary level in Ontario. This two year program combines attention to individual learners in small class settings with a community-based approach. The program is guided by a philosophy of ecological and social justice, recognition of learner diversity and well-being, curriculum excellence, and a commitment to professionalism. Students apply the theory and skills they learn in their courses to the classroom and think critically about their practice.
Why Trent? • Although completion of the Teacher Education Stream (TES) program does not guarantee admission to the B.Ed. program, the TES provides an outstanding foundation for a later application to the B.Ed., and is recommended as the best pathway to take at Trent for those undergraduate students who know they want to become teachers. • Workshops linked to the priorities of Ontario curriculum guidelines, including environmental education, Indigenous knowledge, and social justice themes; The Impact Leadership Program and Penpals also support an enriched Trent experience.
Why Trent? • The foundational course work provides students with skills and knowledge specialized to educators for future employment. • Transcripts of students who complete the program contain a special notation.
What kind of teacher will you be? Find out more about Trent University’s School of Education & Professional Learning through a series of videos that showcase our programs and courses. youtube.com/trentusoe
Why Trent?
This Concurrent Program of professional education will focus on Indigenous education, knowledge and perspectives for students who self-identify as having Indigenous ancestry. The program will be five-years in length and will be an integrated program of study in which students graduate with a Bachelor of Education degree (Indigenous). The program honours Indigenous ways of knowing and recognizes the assets that students immersed in Indigenous cultures bring to the world. * pending Ministry approval and accreditation by the Ontario College of Teachers
• A unique literacy program, including a literacy placement Career Paths Teacher / Career Counsellor / Curriculum Designer / Literacy Specialist / Training Expert / Educational Researcher / School Administrator
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In 2014, Trent University’s Bachelor of Education programs received full accreditation until 2021 from the Ontario College of Teachers, further underscoring the strong, positive reputation of the School of Education and Professional Learning within the local community, surrounding school boards, and the post-secondary sector.
Learning Styles and Teaching Children with Special Needs; Mathematics for Teacher Education; Physical Science for Teacher Education; Environmental Science for Teacher Education
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• Expertise in special needs education, government and public policy, youth and recreational education, environmental mentorship, curriculum, and Indigenous knowledge
• Meets and exceeds the course requirements for applying to the B.Ed. program.
Teacher / Child Care Worker / Educational Author / Publisher / Curriculum Developer / Educational Researcher
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“Trent offers an excellent range of high quality programs for undergrads and grads for those seeking a B.Ed., additional qualifications, or an M.Ed. We are proud of the leading-edge teaching and research by our faculty, the exceptional students in our programs and the strong partnerships with local school boards and community groups.”
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English Literature (B.A.) Studying English Literature at Trent will prepare you for any career that demands creativity, critical inquiry, and strong communication and writing skills. Explore history and culture through language, with literature courses spanning the medieval centuries to the global world of today. Seminar and workshop classes provide opportunities for discussion, critical thinking, and one-on-one interaction with leading scholars. Why Trent? • Develop a solid foundation for graduate studies in M.A./Ph.D. and/or professional studies • Engage with authors during guest lectures and study with award-winning faculty dedicated to teaching and research • Explore alternative learning methods, including dramatic performances, music, peerassessed active learning, blogging, or take your love of books international through the Barbara Rooke Travel Prize Career Paths Broadcaster / Journalist / Librarian / Public Relations Specialist / Teacher / Writer / Translator / Archivist / Editor / Communications Strategist / Arts Critic / Researcher / Content Manager / Content MAnager / Marketing Specialist Popular Courses American Horror; CanLit; Shakespeare for the Classroom and Stage; Creative Writing; Children’s Literature; Literature & Globalization; Medieval & Romance; Popular Fiction; Producing Punk; American Literature; Modern Irish Literature; Theatre & Journalism; Writing the Body; SickLit trentu.ca/english
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Environmental Chemistry (B.Sc.)
Trent-ESL offers intensive English language preparation for university success. In small classes, you will build your language, research, and academic skills and become engaged in campus life. Conditional admission means that you will have a guaranteed position in your degree program once you complete Trent-ESL. While studying in Trent-ESL, you are a full member of the university community, with options to live in residence, participate in extra-curricular activities, and become familiar with campus life.
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Why Trent? • The average class size of 13 students means that you receive exceptional personalized attention • In levels four and five, you can begin taking credit courses towards your degree • Foundations for University I and II prepare students for all degree programs with discipline specific assignments and vocabulary • Dedicated staff and orientation programs help you succeed in your studies • Flexible programming with four start times each year (September, January, April, and June) trentu.ca/esl
Discover the environment at the molecular level and how it influences life at the global level. Your studies in Environmental Chemistry will address contemporary issues in modelling the behavior and fate of molecules in the environment. In this program you will explore the sources and cycles of chemicals, their interactions with organisms and responses to contaminants in the local and global world. Why Trent? • Work with advanced instrumentation and learn modern analytical techniques in state-ofthe-art laboratory facilities • Learn to approach environmental problems from a multi-disciplinary perspective • Gain real-life research experience working with professors and research groups Career Paths Analytical Laboratory Technician / Environmental Auditor / Environmental Health Inspector / Research Scientist / Hydrogeologist / Pollution Control Engineer / Environmental Modeller Popular Courses Atmospheric Environmental Chemistry; Aquatic Environmental Chemistry; Ocean and River Chemistry; Chromotography; Environmental Air Pollution; Environmental Toxicology trentu.ca/chemistry trentu.ca/ers
Environmental & Resource Science/Studies (B.A. or B.Sc.) SCHOOL OF THE ENVIRONMENT Scientific knowledge is essential to understanding our environment and to creating a sustainable future. So too is an awareness of the political and managerial dimensions of natural resource and environmental problems, international trends and agreements, and the options available to local communities. At Trent, you can choose to complete a B.A. or B.Sc. in the exciting field of Environmental and Resources Science/Studies. Why Trent? • Study in the first environmental science program to be accredited by Environmental Careers Organization (ECO) Canada • Design your own program according to your interests, choosing from one of the broadest ranges of environmental studies courses available in any Canadian university • Study in the field and in the laboratory with internationally recognized environmental scientists, or spend a year studying abroad in international research placements Career Paths Ecologist / Eco-Tourism Professional / Energy Consultant / Environmental Activist / Environmental Educator/ Environmental Impact Assessment Specialist / Fisheries Biologist / Natural Resources Manager / Policy Advisor Popular Courses Environmental Science and Politics; Global Environmental Policy; Pollution Ecology; Environment and Development; Climatic Change trentu.ca/ers
FORENSICS Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science (B.Sc.F.S.) Forensics is the investigative science behind the law. This program combines theory and practice to give you the confidence and skills to excel in this fascinating field. Awardwinning faculty and leading professionals bring Trent students an extensive working knowledge of a diverse range of topics, along with current developments in the field. Gain hard skills and realworld experience to prepare for a professional career. Why Trent? • Access Canada’s Research Chair in DNA Profiling, Forensics and Functional Genomics, and benefit from Trent’s partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources • Work directly with scientists in the lab and professionals in the field • Hone your investigative skills in blood spatter analysis, finger printing, and evidence recovery in mock crime scenes at Trent’s Crime Scene House Career Paths Crime Scene Technician / Criminalist / DNA Analyst / Forensic Pathologist / Medical Research Scientist / Pharmaceutical Marketing / Document Analyst / Police Officer / Research Scientist / Social Worker /Wildlife Forensic Scientist Popular Courses Crime Scene Investigation; Trends in Forensic Science; Biocrime and Bioterrorism; Computer Crime and Forensics; Presentation of Forensic Evidence; Species-at-Risk Biology and Policy trentu.ca/forensicscience
Forensics and Arts (JointMajor B.A.), Forensics and Science (Joint-Major B.Sc.) The joint major (B.A. or B.Sc.) allows students to combine forensic science with any other academic interest as a joint major. Why Trent? • Study in the only university in Canada to offer a wide range of joint majors in Forensic Science • Create a unique educational focus based on your interests with an interdisciplinary knowledge base • Gain access to outstanding faculty and cutting edge labs, and benefit from the opportunity to get involved in communitybased or self-directed research, or summer employment opportunities trentu.ca/forensicscience
Trent’s Crime Scene House Where casework comes to life Located right on campus, this two-storey farmhouse is where you will gain realistic hands-on training and experience the full spectrum of forensic analysis. Starting with the collection of evidence from mock crime scenes in and around the house, this is where you will learn how to process murder, assault, break and enter, and suicide crime scenes, before moving onto advanced techniques of search and seizure scenarios, body recovery and DNA collection. Forensic students use this unique learning environment during each year of study as a way to develop both practical and theoretical skills.
COMBINE FORENSICS WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAM OF YOUR CHOICE Did you know Trent is the only university in Canada where you can combine your study of Forensics with another academic discipline of your choice, leading to an honours Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree? Combine forensics with psychology, biology, computer sciences, chemistry, sociology, political studies, anthropology, or physics to create a one-of-akind degree.
“Pursuing a joint-major degree in forensics allows students to create a strong interdisciplinary educational focus and become uniquely marketable professionals upon graduation.”
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Bachelor of Environmental Science/Studies (B.E.S.S.) SCHOOL OF THE ENVIRONMENT Policy and planning for an environmentally sustainable future requires interdisciplinary understanding and approaches. Your studies will address contemporary environmental challenges, science, policy and politics from multiple perspectives. You will develop an understanding of solutions to natural resource and environmental problems, and learn how to combine scientific and social knowledge effectively. Students take an equal number of courses in environmental science and environmental studies. Why Trent? • Learn how to integrate science and policy in understanding and solving environmental problems • Develop skills in state-ofthe-art labs and facilities, and the extensive living laboratory provided by Trent’s natural setting • Spend a year studying abroad and take advantage of research placements Career Paths Ecologist / Environment Protection Officer / Environmental Educator / Environmental Engineer / Environmental Risk Assessor / Policy Advisor / Urban and Regional Planner Popular Courses Environmental Science and Politics; Energy, Science and Technology; Critical Environmental Thinking; Urban Environments; Environmental Ethics; Sustainable Innovation trentu.ca/ers
French Studies – Modern Languages (B.A.)
Gender & Women’s Studies (B.A.)
Experience an array of courses on French language, Francophone cultures, literatures and linguistics. French Studies offers opportunities for all levels of French learners; whether you are at beginner level, coming from Core French or Immersion, you will be placed in the class that is right for you. As you progress, you will explore great works of literature in their original language, and study classics in history, politics, and art in their original forms. In our bilingual country, and beyond, career opportunities abound for graduates of French Studies. Why Trent?
Gender is everywhere, influencing human behaviour and interactions, as well as social institutions. This program explores a broad range of feminist perspectives on health, history, popular culture, law, the environment, social policy, and globalization. Develop an interdisciplinary understanding of gender relations as they interact with sexuality, race, class, age, and ability in local and global contexts. Study with leading scholars and innovative teachers, and engage with research and ideas that make social change. Study your passion while learning skills transferrable to every day life and a full range of careers.
• Obtain a specialization in Quebec Studies
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• Spend a year studying abroad in Nantes (France) • Participate in French-based events, such as presentations by guest speakers, public readings, and student-run mini-conferences Career Paths Cultural Affairs Coordinator / Foreign Services Officer / Interpreter/ Linguist / Professor / Teacher / Translator / Immigration Officer / Marketing Consultant / Writer Popular Courses Franco-Ontarian Literature; French Civilization; The Pre-revolutionary Novel; Grammar and Linguistics; Quebec Science Fiction and Fantasy; Geopoetics trentu.ca/modernlanguages
• Select courses from a range of exciting offerings and disciplines that develop general and specialized knowledge • Learn from some of the foremost scholars in the country who are also inspiring teachers and active participants in research, education, and advocacy on a range of critical social issues • Enhance your skills through community-based education opportunities Career Paths Social Worker / Lawyer / Policy Advisor /Community Development Worker / Counsellor / Healthcare professional / Equity Advisor / Human Rights Advocate / Journalist / Teacher / Researcher/ Professor/ Program Manager Popular Courses Gender and Popular Culture; Criminalizing Women; Contemporary Feminisms; Gender, Sexualities and the Law; Women and Health. NEW!: Queer Feminisms; The Revolution Will be Recorded: Popular Culture, Gender, and Social Movements; Doing Feminist Research: Making Social Change trentu.ca/womensstudies
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Geography (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Geography at Trent exposes you to hands-on experience with real-world issues and critical perspectives related to both human and physical geography. Explore complex issues such as the causes and impacts of climate change, health geography, water resources, and the historical roots of geopolitical conflicts. At Trent, we believe the best way to learn geography is through an interactive environment. Small group learning and experiences outside of the classroom are pillars of the program. Why Trent? • Experiment with state-of-the-art equipment like the Wind Tunnel Lab, and the Soil/Water Interaction and Transport Chamber • Benefit from a variety of experienced-based options, such as methods courses, fieldwork, community-based projects, and opportunities to assist with faculty research • Obtain a focus in Geomatics, including spatial information systems and remote sensing Career Paths Urban Planner / Educator / Environmental Health Specialist / Environmental Policy Analyst / Community Development Officer / GIS Applications Specialist / Population Growth and Migration Specialist / Land Use Planner / Water Resources Manager / Geoscience Consultant Popular Courses The Global Climate System; Geography of Health and Healthcare; Geography of the Polar Regions; Community-Based Research in Geography; Urban Environments; Soil Science; Wilderness Resources trentu.ca/geography
History (B.A.) As a student in one of the largest programs at Trent, you will have the opportunity to engage with award-winning historians and an array of global specialties including: Europe, Canada, US, Russia, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and world expansion, from the Middle Ages to the 21st Century. You will develop exceptional research and communication skills that can be applied across many career options. Why Trent? • Benefit from small group discussion seminars taught by award-winning faculty • Choose courses thematically, such as the Holocaust, incarceration, the Vietnam War or the family and sexuality, or by time period and location, such as the modern Middle East, Africa, Pre-Confederation Canada, or medieval Europe • Spend a year studying abroad at one of many partner universities around the world, or in Peterborough studying Museum Management Career Paths Curator / Historic Preservation Officer / Teacher/ Journalist / Historical Consultant / Diplomatic Corps/ Military / Politician / Lawyer / Archivist / Producer / Administration / Writer / Librarian / Civil Servant Popular Courses Ten Days That Shook the World; The Environmental Crisis: From the Atomic Bomb to Global Warming; The History of Madness; The Soviet Experiment; Canadian History through Murder, Execution, Assassination, and Suicide; Medieval Warfare; European Fascism trentu.ca/history
Human Resources Management – Postgraduate Certificate While studying Human NEW Resource Management (HRM) at Trent, students will consider not just what organizations do, but what human resources should do, and why. It is an experience where we seek to develop the HR thinkers of the future, helping to lead the organizations of the future. The program approaches the topic of Human Resource Management – understanding how to attract and manage employees in today’s organizations – from a balanced perspective, weighing the needs of both employers and employees. This intensive postgraduate certificate program includes 11 half-year courses in Human Resources, Accounting, and Economics, which make up the course requirements for the CHRP designation once candidates pass the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA) National Knowledge Exam.™ The program may be completed in one year of full-time studies, or in two or more years through part-time studies.
Indigenous Diploma Programs
Indigenous Environmental Studies (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Students in the Foundations of Indigenous Learning and the Indigenous Environmental Studies diplomas bring with them to Trent their diverse cultures, values, histories and languages. The Indigenous Diploma Program works in harmony with the individual strengths each student brings to the larger group. The program provides the opportunity for students of Indigenous heritage to make the transition into university level studies in a supportive environment. Students who complete the diploma program may choose to continue on and pursue a Bachelor’s degree, towards which they may transfer their diploma credits.
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Why Trent? • Benefit from an environment where Indigenous knowledge is respected and recognized as a valid means by which to understand the world • Be a part of the only Indigenous Diploma Programs of their kind in Ontario, offering both diplomas and degree transfer credits trentu.ca/indigenous
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“My new book shows just how collaborative teaching is at Trent, and how it is a two-way street between instructors and students.” Dr. Dimitry Anastakis, professor of History, talks about his new book, Death in the Peaceable Kingdom: Canadian History Since 1867 Through Murder, Execution, Assassination, and Suicide, which was entirely influenced and inspired by a course of the same name he teaches at Trent.
Trent’s Indigenous Environmental Studies program is the first in North America to integrate Indigenous traditional knowledge with a Western scientific approach. You will explore complex topics such as climate change, Indigenous health, and the environment. Applying an interdisciplinary approach, you will learn to generate solutions to the complex local, regional, national, and international issues facing Indigenous peoples around the world. Why Trent? • Study Indigenous Environmental Studies through a unique interdisciplinary curriculum that integrates traditional and Western learning • Learn from Indigenous and nonIndigenous faculty through your joint studies in Indigenous Studies and Environmental & Resource Science/Studies • Take part in experiential learning, field courses or exchange opportunities Career Paths Community Activist / Government Policy Specialist / Politician / Aboriginal Corporate Liaison Officer / Environmental Activist / Environmental Educator / Environmental Impact Assessment Specialist / Natural Resources Manager Popular Courses Indigenous Peoples Health and Environment; Canada: The Land; Sustainable Indigenous Communities; Introduction to Indigenous Food Systems; Indigenous Environmental Research Protocol and Ethics trentu.ca/ies
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Indigenous Studies (B.A.) Learn how Indigenous peoples in Canada and around the world are shaping our globe through a creative blend of Indigenous and Western knowledge. You will study the historical and contemporary interactions between Indigenous and non-Indigenous societies, and the cultural foundations of Indigenous life in areas such as performance, literature, politics, ecology, and governance. Learn from exceptional faculty with backgrounds in both Western and Indigenous knowledge, and experience cross-cultural learning. Why Trent? • Participate in experiencebased learning through direct interactions with Elders • Study abroad in one of our International Programs in Thailand and Mexico • Engage in research projects that make a difference in the local community Career Paths Community Activist / Government Policy Specialist / Politician / Teacher / Journalist / Aboriginal Corporate Liaison Officer Popular Courses Foundations of Indigenous Learning; Introduction to Nishnaabemowin; Hill Tribes and Thai Culture; Indigenous Masked Dance and Storytelling; Urbanization and Indigenous Peoples; Images in Contemporary Media trentu.ca/indigenous
Information Systems (B.A. or B.Sc.)
International Development Studies (B.A.)
Virtually every organization and every field of study relies on computers - in order to succeed in the Information Age. As a student in this joint-major program, you will look for better ways to get things done using computing technologies and explore how the world processes, manages, and communicates information. You will study the flow, storage, and access to information both within and across organizational boundaries with a unique understanding of both technical matters like databases, networks, data visualization and analysis and telecommunications, as well as non-technical matters such as ethics, law, and digital culture.
Studying International Development Studies at Trent allows you to examine the sources and consequences of human inequality from a global perspective. Through an interdisciplinary lens, you will explore wide-ranging themes such as global poverty and hunger, conflict, ecological degradation, gender relations, and cultural identity. Your studies will pay particular attention to the world’s most vulnerable populations and their complex relations with the most powerful countries and international organizations.
Why Trent? • Personalized experience with professors who are experts in their fields and who can provide a wellrounded view from the technical, business and cultural perspectives • Smaller classes with opportunities for one-on-one interaction with faculty • The possibility of combining your field of interest with computer science for exciting job opportunities Career Paths Information Systems Manager/ Technical Support Specialist / Research Scientist / Business Systems Analyst / Systems Designer / Website Developer / Application Manager/ Research Specialist / Technical Writer / Graduate Studies / Data Scientist Popular Courses Systems Analysis and Design; Data Visualization; Web Application Development; Project Management; Digital Culture; Conceptional Analysis; ; HumanComputer Interaction; Principles of Online Marketing trentu.ca/cois
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Why Trent? • Study in an internationallyrecognized program, the first developed in Canada • Participate in experience-based learning through year-abroad programs in Ghana or Ecuador • Gain a critical perspective on world issues through small group teaching and dedicated faculty members Career Paths Human Rights Officer / Community Education Coordinator / Lawyer / Diplomat / Journalist / International Civil Servant / Filmmaker / Medical Doctor / Humanitarian Assistance Worker Popular Courses Human Inequality in Global Perspective; The World Food System; Media and Development; Law, Rights, and Development; Cause of War; Local Dynamics of Change; Global Migration trentu.ca/ids
International Political Economy (B.A.) This joint-major program explores the inter-connected nature of the study of politics and economics at international and global levels. Courses combine the study of politics with economics, international development studies, anthropology, business, Canadian studies, history, and more, offering graduates a strong foundation of knowledge for a broad range of career or post-graduate options. Why Trent? • Study an interdisciplinary curriculum drawing from a range of diverse programs • Engage with faculty in small class settings, bringing theory and practice together • Explore this growing field of interest with renowned scholars representing a wide variety of academic backgrounds Career Paths International Affairs Agent / International Researcher or Advisor / Non-governmental Advisor / Diplomat / International Development Agent / Public Employee / Private Sector Popular Courses Growth of the Global Economy; Literature and Globalization; African Culture and Society; Causes of War; Environment and Development trentu.ca/ipe
Journalism (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Kinesiology (B.HSc.)
Mathematics (B.Sc.)
Storytelling is at the heart of Trent’s fully integrated journalism program, which prepares graduates to be informed, inquisitive, critically aware, and technically skilled journalists. You will earn earn an Ontario college advanced diploma in Journalism (online, print and broadcast) from Loyalist College, and a jointmajor honours degree (B.A. or B.Sc.) in Journalism and another discipline of your choice from Trent. The program is based at both institutions, giving students a unique combination of services and access to faculty support and leading edge research, as well as technical facilities. Your degree and diploma can be completed together in four (Arts) or five (Science) years of full-time study, including some summer study.
The study of Kinesiology, now a regulated Health profession in Ontario, will prepare you with the knowledge and skills to utilize physical activity in the treatment and prevention of injury and chronic disease. You will learn how to prescribe individualized exercise programs to improve or maintain health, functional capacity and well-being of a range of healthy and clinical populations. Trent University collaborates with the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) to deliver this comprehensive program, in which the first two years are completed at Trent’s Peterborough campus, and years three and four at UOIT in Oshawa. You will have an opportunity to apply for internship opportunities in your fourth year of study.
Mathematics is the exploration of abstract mental universes and the application of pure reason. More than simply the study of numbers, you will learn about the fundamental structure of the universe and the limits of human reason. Develop a new way of looking at the world around you by learning about the systems and structures that underpin all of nature.
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• Develop your journalism skills in a state-of-the art, integrated newsroom where you will work simultaneously on audio, video, print, traditional broadcast and online media
• Science-based curriculum to prepare students for future studies in the Exercise Sciences.
• Build a comprehensive portfolio that documents your knowledge, skills and career readiness • Participate in a final-year project and an eight week internship that will facilitate networking and career development Career Paths Writer / Editor / Digital Media Specialist / Producer / Director / Communications Specialist / Filmmaker / Broadcaster / Copywriter / Public Relations Consultant / Journalist Popular Courses Critical Thinking; Media and Society; Introduction to Philosophy: Moral and Political; Knowing and Wondering trentu.ca/journalism
• Take courses with Nursing students on topics such as applied life sciences, pathophysiology, epidemiology. • Professor-led seminars and tutorials, maintaining smallclassroom size experience. Career Paths Kinesiologist / Athletic Trainer / Sports Coach / Physical Therapist / Occupational Therapist / Medicine / Chiropractic Medicine / Teacher / Professor / Researcher Popular Courses Anatomy of Movement, Brain and Body in Action, Exercise Physiology, Introductory Life Sciences, Health Promotion and Population Health, Nursing therapeutics and Disease Condition. trentu.ca/kinesiology
Why Trent? • Explore your interests in both pure and applied mathematics, and choose from a variety of streams in Mathematics and related disciplines, including a specialization in Mathematical Finance or Statistics • Learn in small groups working alongside faculty dedicated to challenging and strengthening your skills • Participate in summer research opportunities or get involved with the Math Society of Trent (MASCOT) Career Paths Economist / Rate Analyst / Financial Auditor / Account Executive Economic Advisor / Econometrician / Financial Analyst / Teacher / University Professor / Industry Researcher / Banker / Investor / Insurance Analyst / NGO / United Nations Departments (e.g. UNDP, WHO) / World Bank / International Monetary Fund Popular Courses Calculus; Linear Algebra; Statistics; Mathematical Reasoning; Number Theory; Mathematical Risk Management; Mathematical Finance; Chaos, Symbolic Dynamics, Fractals; History of Mathematics; Combinatorics; Graph Theory; Mathematical Modelling trentu.ca/math
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Mathematical Economics (B.Sc.)
Mathematical Physics (B.Sc.)
The study of Mathematical Economics helps us understand complex and ever-changing economic dilemmas by examining the production and dissemination of scarce resources. Combining core courses in economics with mathematics, you will learn how to analyze games of strategy, bargaining and auctions (game theory), how to make sense of complex economic data (econometrics), how to maximize profit and minimize costs (optimization) and how to maximize happiness (welfare economics).
An understanding of Mathematical Physics is essential to understanding many topics, from celestial mechanics to the issue of global climate change. Physics is the most fundamental of the natural sciences, and mathematics is the language of physics. This program develops, in parallel, experience with the central theoretical frameworks of physics and facility with the mathematical methods that form the foundation and tools of physics.
Why Trent? • Challenge yourself with complex material delivered in smallgroup learning environments, offering support for your personal educational goals • Gain knowledge and skills ideal for graduate studies in Economics or for a career in government, banking, or industry • Get involved in summer research opportunities working alongside faculty dedicated to challenging and strengthening your skills
“In the Media Studies program at Trent I’ve been able to cultivate my own learning experience. My profs have encouraged me to explore subjects that I find interesting, unlocking my passion for learning, and equipping me with a unique set of skills that I will be able to apply to a future career.” Samantha Moss, Media Studies
Career Paths Economist / Rate Analyst / Financial Auditor / Account Executive Economic Advisor / Econometrician / Financial Analyst / Banker / Investor / Insurance Analyst / NGO / United Nations Departments (e.g. UNDP, WHO) / World Bank / International Monetary Fund Popular Courses Statistics for Economics and Management; Mathematical Economics and Economics Models; Statistical Inference; Econometrics; Linear Programming trentu.ca/economics
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Why Trent? • Choose from courses focused on astrophysics, condensed matter physics, relativity and differential geometry • Gain knowledge and skills ideal for graduate studies in theoretical physics • Challenge yourself with complex material delivered to you in supportive, small-group settings Career Paths Aerodynamics Specialist / Research and Development / Astrophysicist / Cosmologist / Professor / Subatomic Physicist / Superconductivity Researcher / Financial Analyst / Secondary School Teacher Popular Courses Ordinary Differential Equations; Classical Mechanics; Methods of Applied Mathematics; Computational Physics; Quantum Mechanics; Condensed Matter Physics; Partial Differential Equations trentu.ca/math trentu.ca/physics
Media Studies (B.A.) Drawing from courses in Anthropology and Cultural Studies to Business Administration and Computer and Information Studies, you will study complex questions about society and the media through an interdisciplinary lens. You will explore the ways in which information in the digital age is consumed, lived, and organized, and how contemporary media environments differ from those in the past. Your studies will include research on media institutions, the depiction of women, theories of ideology, and so on, but you will also study how the media shapes our world by engaging in critical media practices – you will make memes, bend circuits, shoot films, deliver radio broadcasts, use a 3D printer, and more. Why Trent? • Study an interdisciplinary curriculum, with a practical and theoretical emphasis on new media • Develop skills in communications, critical and analytical thinking, and ethical practice • Gain in-depth knowledge of how the media works and the communication skills needed to use it effectively Career Paths Advertising and Marketing / Teaching / Journalism / Cultural Production / TV, Radio or Internet Documentary Production / Media Consultancy / Communications / Content Manager / Media Arts Popular Courses Media and Society; Virtual Worlds: The Anthropology of Online Communities; Issues in Global Media; Digital Culture; Multimedia and Design trentu.ca/mediastudies
TRENT/FLEMING SCHOOL OF NURSING Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.N.) The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing emphasizes a holistic approach to healthcare. Graduates of the collaborative and compressed programs are well-known in the industry as critical thinkers whose compassion and scientific knowledge are rooted in the values of professional and social responsibility.
3 PROGRAM OPTIONS The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing offers three program options in partnership with Fleming College and George Brown College:
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four-year program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.N.) Degree
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program for students with sufficient university credits to fast track through the program
3 Post-bridge RPN to B.Sc.N. pathway program
Accredited by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing, and a Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) “Best Practice Spotlight Organization,” the program spans a variety of nursing contexts. Theory and practice occur simultaneously, starting in first year and skills are developed through lectures, seminars, case studies, simulation labs, online coursework, and clinical practice. By the final year of study, students will have had the opportunity to practice nursing in a range of hospital and community settings.
Award-Winning Research “The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing focuses on holistic nursing and challenges students to work both independently and in a group environment and all in a very down-to-earth, yet academic setting.” Hannah Silk, recipient of a Health Professional Student Research Voucher from the Canadian Institute of Health Research
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Popular Courses
• Learn in our state-of-the-art Life and Health Sciences facility, home to simulation labs including the new Clinical Simulation Learning Centre (CSLC), as well as a maternal/child and community care simulation space
Transcultural Concepts in Healthcare; Biomedical Ethics; Transitions in Health and Illness; Rural Nursing Practice; Contemporary Issues in Aging and Health
• Benefit from partnerships with a range of healthcare providers and gain more than 1,300 hours of clinical experience over four years of study • Develop a strong understanding of social justice and political advocacy in the healthcare environment • Choose courses from an innovative curriculum, including aging, environmental, Indigenous, rural, and women’s health Career Paths Acute Care / Home Care / LongTerm or Complex Continuing Care / Child, Mental or Public Health Nurse / Research / Education
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Dean of Trent/ Fleming School of Nursing Named President of CASN Reflecting Trent University’s high status in the nursing community, Dr. Kirsten Woodend, dean of the Trent/Fleming School of Nursing, has been installed as president of the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN), the national voice for more than 90 institutions that offer baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs and the accrediting body for nursing schools in Canada. “It’s another indication of the high level of engagement that Trent has with nursing educators across Canada,” Dr. Woodend said.
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Philosophy (B.A.)
Physics (B.Sc.)
Political Studies (B.A.)
Psychology (B.A. or B.Sc.)
What do you believe, and why? Philosophy can help with the answers. You will study fundamental questions about the world and your place in it. As a student of philosophy at Trent, you can explore questions about the nature of reality, the meaning of human existence, ethics, and the limits of knowledge. Students of philosophy develop advanced skills in critical thinking, problemsolving, and communication – valuable foundations in any number of career choices.
Discoveries in physics and astronomy continue to broaden our understanding of the universe and advance space exploration, speed up communications, assist medical and environmental fields, and lead to new innovations such as functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), and high-density computer memory. You will learn to bring abstract yet powerful concepts to life, ask important questions about the most basic particles and forces in nature, and apply what you learn to complex systems such as novel quantum materials and celestial bodies.
Politics impacts all aspects of life, and importantly, quality of life. In Political Studies you will examine power relations and relationships between the state, business, and citizens. It is exciting and enlightening to learn how these relationships influence each of our lives, and more broadly, political, economic, and social change nationally and internationally. Our small class size and interactive student-professor relationships build confidence, skills, and knowledge for a variety of careers.
Psychology is defined as the scientific study of behaviour and the mind. You will study the principles of behaviour through lectures, labs, seminars and research. Opportunities for participation in ongoing faculty research include areas such as sleep, dreams, sexuality, anxiety, emotional intelligence, health, learned resourcefulness, language impairment, attachment, development, personality, crosscultural psychology, perception and memory. You will acquire both research skills and a broadly-based background in the basic content of the discipline, combined with the opportunity at upper levels to focus on more specialized topics.
Why Trent? • Explore topics such as logic and morality, and the connections between philosophy and other fields in our cross-listed courses • Experience the annual Ryle Lecture series and other philosophy events that allow you to engage with world-renowned philosophers • Become part of a vibrant philosophical community of students in Trent’s oldest undergraduate club, The Philosophical Society Career Paths Doctor / Lawyer / Human Resources Executive / Human Rights Officer / Journalist / Public Relations Professional / Equity Advisor / Ethics Consultant / Marketing Executive Popular Courses Critical Thinking; Love and Desire; Philosophy of Law; Moral Issues; Philosophy of Emotion; Cyberethics; Advanced Topics in Biomedical Ethics trentu.ca/philosophy
Why Trent? • Learn through innovative and interactive teaching methods, studying in a constantly evolving environment with new techniques that faculty develop and incorporate into curriculum • Get involved in the leading-edge research of award-winning faculty, or explore your own research interests through independent research projects • Choose to spend a year studying abroad Career Paths Astronomer / Climate Modeller / Electronics Developer / Meteorologist / Nuclear Reactor Operator / Patent Lawyer / Planetary Geologist / Physicist / Teacher Popular Courses Astrobiology: Life in the Universe; Thermal Physics; Modern Optics; Nuclear and Particle Physics; Condensed Matter Physics; Astrophysics: Galaxies and Cosmology trentu.ca/physics
Why Trent? • Explore democracy and its global challenges, focusing on world politics, Canadian politics, or political theory • Benefit from many experiential learning opportunities such as community-based research and internships, or participate in a study abroad opportunity
Why Trent?
• Pursue the Emphasis in Law and Policy
• Develop your problem solving, inter-personal relations and critical thinking while learning to understand, interpret and evaluate research
Career Paths Policy Professional / Journalist / Lawyer / International Relations Specialist / Media Consultant / Civil Servant / NGO Staffer / Public Relations Officer / Politician / Political Assistant / Lobbyist / Political Researcher and Consultant Popular Courses World Politics; The Political Imagination; The Politics of Creativity; Green Politics; The Body Politic/The Body In Politics; Justice and Rights trentu.ca/politics
• Connect with renowned faculty in many areas of specialization and get involved in their research
• Undertake an undergraduate independent research thesis or research practicum supervised by award-winning faculty Career Paths Advertising / Therapist / Counsellor / Crisis Intervention Officer / Human Resources / Marketing / Police Officer / Rehabilitation Advisor / Social Worker / Sports Psychologist / Technology and Design Popular Courses Personality Theory; Cognitive Psychology; Child Development; Physiological Psychology; Dreams and Dreaming; Abnormal Psychology; Health Psychology trentu.ca/psychology
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Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) The challenging field of Social Work provides essential supports to communities by helping its individuals, groups, and families meet their basic human needs while simultaneously working towards creating the conditions necessary for social change and equality. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum grounded in social justice, human rights, and cultural awareness, you will develop a strong foundation of clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and social responsibility. Students must apply to enter into the professional years in year 3. Admission will be limited and offered on a competitive process. The professional years (years 3 and 4) will focus exclusively on social work theory and practice, including more than 700 hours of supervised placement. Why Trent? • Emphasis on social justice and social action • Development of leadership skills for the non-profit sector • Social work as a political act • Our motto: Passionate; practical, prepared and professional Career Paths Counselling / Community Developer / Child Welfare / Corrections / Medical Social Work / Social Policy Analyst Popular Courses Introduction to Social Work; Introduction to Social Welfare; Social Work Leadership; Antioppressive Child Welfare; Integrated Feminist Trauma Models; trentu.ca/socialwork
Sociology (B.A.) Sociology is the study of society and the processes and patterns of social relations that influence our everyday world. Rooted in the social sciences and inspired by a passion for social justice, this program engages students in understanding and acting on the consequences of social change. You will explore and question diverse cultures, social experiences, dynamics of power and inequality, and global changes that forge relations between individuals, groups, institutions and societies. Through a broad range of courses you will complete your studies with a heightened understanding of human relationships and society. A sociology degree is an excellent foundation for law school, teachers college, social work or similar programs. Why Trent? • Study in small group settings with award-winning faculty • Engage in experiential learning opportunities and conduct community-based research projects with local agencies
Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Food is central to human life and to our civilization. Agriculture presents environmental, economic and social challenges, but also promises new ways of producing healthy, sustainable and affordable food. In this program, you will develop an interdisciplinary approach to understanding contemporary issues in organic food, farming, fair trade and many other aspects of food and agriculture from scientific, political and social perspectives. Why Trent?
Why Trent?
• Explore Trent’s extensive agricultural campus, experimental farm and rooftop gardens
• Study with internationallyrecognized water scientists
• Participate in experiential learning opportunities through faculty and community research projects, the student-run organic café (The Seasoned Spoon), or in one of many environmental clubs or groups
• Spend a year abroad studying at one of many partner universities around the world Career Paths
Career Paths
Social and Market Research / Community Development / Social Policy Analysis / Municipal, Provincial, Federal Civil Service / Non-governmental Organization Administration and Service / Nonprofit Sector Services
Agro-Tourism Operator / Community Food Activist / Food Policy Analyst / Land Use Consultant / Organic Farmer
Sociology of Education; Critical Criminology; Sociology of Health and Illness; Sociology of Families and Households; Aging and the Lifecourse; Culture and Society; Sociology of Law; Sociology of the Body
SCHOOL OF THE ENVIRONMENT Freshwater systems provide many essential ecosystem services, such as clean water, food, energy, recreation, climate regulation and waste assimilation. As human populations and economies grow, demand for these ecosystem services will continue to increase. The new B.Sc. in Water Sciences at Trent addresses contemporary water and aquatic challenges from multiple perspectives, and responds to the demand for professionals who can integrate science and policy in understanding and solving water and aquatic issues and pressures.
SCHOOL OF THE ENVIRONMENT
• Develop your own farm place through our specialization in Applied Agriculture, in cooperation with Fleming College’s Sustainable Agriculture Program
Popular Courses
Water Sciences (B.Sc.)
Popular Courses Environmental Implications of Agriculture; The World Food System; Ecological Agriculture; Soil Science; Culture and Food; Nutritional Anthropology
• Develop an interdisciplinary understanding of water issues by taking courses offered by several science departments • Gain experience in the study of water and aquatic ecosystems in the field and laboratory Career Paths Environmental Impact Assessment Consultant / Hydrologist / Fisheries Manager / Drinking Water Policy Specialist / Regional Land and Water Resources Manager Popular Courses Limnology, Global Change of Aquatic Ecosystems, Aquatic Environmental Chemistry, Hydrology, Ecology and Management of Wetland Systems trentu.ca/watersciences
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PROGRAMS
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Ontario secondary school students are required to have the following for admissions to all programs: • Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a minimum of six grade 12 4U or 4M courses • A minimum 70% overall final average calculated using the top six grade 12 4U or 4M courses unless otherwise specified in the chart below • ENG4U with a minimum grade of 60% For programs with additional requirements see the following charts
Academic Programs
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
RECOMMENDED COURSES
Ancient Greek & Roman Studies (B.A.) Anthropology (B.A. or B.Sc.)
A 4U Math for B.Sc.
Archaeology (B.A. or B.Sc.)
A 4U Math for B.Sc.
Honours Arts (B.A.) Arts and Science (B.A.S.)
75% overall average
A 4U Math
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (B.Sc.)
SBI4U, SCH4U and MHF4U or MCV4U
Biology (B.Sc.)
SBI4U and SCH4U
Biomedical Science (B.Sc.)*
SBI4U, SCH4U, and MHF4U or MCV4U, and SPH4U or SES4U
A 4U Math
Business Administration (B.B.A.)
MHF4U or MCV4U
Business and Arts (B.A.)
MHF4U or MCV4U
Business and Science (B.Sc.)
MHF4U or MCV4U
Canadian Studies (B.A.) Chemical Physics (B.Sc.)
SCH4U and MHF4U or MCV4U
Chemistry (B.Sc.)
SCH4U and MHF4U or MCV4U
SPH4U
Child and Youth Studies/Care (B.A.)* Communications and Critical Thinking (B.A.) Computing Systems (B.A. or B.Sc.) Computing Systems & Physics (B.Sc.)
A 4U Math for B.Sc. MHF4U or MCV4U
Cultural Studies (B.A.) Ecological Restoration (Joint Trent-Fleming Program) (B.Sc.)
Apply at ocas.ca
Economics (B.A. or B.Sc.)
A 4U Math for B.Sc.
English Literature (B.A.) Environmental Chemistry (B.Sc.)
A 4U Math
Environmental & Resource Science (B.Sc.)
SBI4U, SCH4U and a 4U Math
Environmental & Resource Studies (B.A.) Environmental Science/Studies (B.E.S.S.)
75% overall average
SBI4U, SCH4U and a 4U Math
Forensics and Arts (B.A.) Forensics and Science (B.Sc.) Forensic Science (B.Sc.F.S.)
A 4U Math 75% overall average. SBI4U, SCH4U, and MHF4U or MCV4U are required. Admission average is calculated on required courses, including ENG4U, plus two next best 4U/M courses.
SPH4U
French Studies (Modern Languages) (B.A.)
Secondary School Course Codes:
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ENG4U English MDM4U Mathematics of Data Management
MCV4U Calculus and Vectors MHF4U Advanced Functions SBI4U Biology
SCH4U Chemistry SPH4U Physics
HOW TO APPLY
Academic Programs continued
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Check the admission requirements for your program choices.
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Apply online through OUAC (Ontario Universities’ Application Centre). Visit ouac.on.ca
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Select your application type: OUAC 101 or OUAC 105, then follow the steps provided.
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Trent University requires transcripts from all institutions you have attended.
You can find your next steps at trentu.ca/applying
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
RECOMMENDED COURSES
Gender & Women’s Studies (B.A.) Geography (B.A. or B.Sc.)
A 4U Math for B.Sc.
History (B.A.) Indigenous Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)*
Applicant vision statement required. Learn more: trentu.ca/education
Indigenous Environmental Studies (B.A. or B.Sc.)
A 4U Math for B.Sc.
Indigenous Studies (B.A.) International Development Studies (B.A.) Information Systems (B.A. or B.Sc.)
A 4U Math for B.Sc.
International Political Economy (B.A.) Journalism (Joint Trent-Loyalist program) (B.A. or B.Sc.) Kinesiology (B.HSc.)
75% overall average. SBI4U and MHF4U or MCV4U or MDM4U
Mathematics (B.Sc.)
MHF4U or MCV4U
Mathematical Economics (B.Sc.)
MHF4U or MCV4U
Mathematical Physics (B.Sc.)
MHF4U or MCV4U
SCH4U
Media Studies (B.A.)
Nursing (B.Sc.N.)
75% overall average. Minimum of 70% in ENG4U and a min of 65% in SBI4U, SCH4U and a 4U Math Admission average is calculated on required courses, including ENG4U plus two next best 4U/M courses.
Philosophy (B.A.) Physics (B.Sc.)
MHF4U or MCV4U
SPH4U
Political Studies (B.A.) Psychology (B.A. or B.Sc.)
A 4U Math
Honours Science (B.Sc.)
A 4U Math
Social Work (B.S.W.) Sociology (B.A.) Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems (B.A. or B.Sc.)
SBI4U for B.Sc.
A 4U Math for B.Sc.
Teacher Education Stream (B.A. or B.Sc.)
75% overall average. Applicant Profile required: trentu.ca/education For dates and deadlines visit: trentu.ca/applicants
A 4U Math for B.Sc.
Water Sciences (B.Sc.)
A 4U Math
* Pending Ministry approval
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum overall score of 28 in International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), including three courses at the higher level. Transfer credits may be offered for IB Higher level courses with a minimum grade of 5.
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Out of Province Admission Requirements PRE-REQUISITE COURSE EQUIVALENCIES
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
BIOLOGY
CHEMISTRY
ENGLISH
MATH
PHYSICS
Ontario
Please see page 44
SBI4U
SCH4U
ENG4U
MHF4U or MCV4U
SPH4U
Alberta/Northwest Territories/Nunavut
Eng 30-1 plus four academic 30 or 31 courses
Biology 30
Chemistry 30
English 30-1
Pure Math 30 or 31
Physics 30
B.C./Yukon
Eng 12 plus three academic grade 12 courses
Biology 12
Chemistry 12
English 12
Math 12
Physics 12
Manitoba
Eng 40S plus four academic 40S or 40U level courses
Biology 40S
Chemistry 40S
English 40S
Applied Math 40S or Pre-Calculus 40S
Physics 40S
New Brunswick
Eng 121 or 122 plus four academic 120 level courses
Biology 121 or 122
Chemistry 121 or 122
English 121 or 122
Math 120, 121 or 122
Physics 121 or 122
Newfoundland/ Labrador
Eng 3201 plus eight 3000 level credits
Biology 3201
Chemistry 3202
English 3201
Math 3200, 3201, 3204, 3205 or 3207
Physics 3204
Nova Scotia
Eng 12 plus four academic grade 12 courses
Biology 12
Chemistry 12
English 12
Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
Physics 12
Prince Edward Island
Eng 621 or 611 plus four academic 600 level courses
Biology 611 or 621
Chemistry 611 or 621
English 611 or 621
Math 611 or 621
Physics 621
Quebec – CEGEP
Eng 603 or 604 plus eleven academic credits
Biology 101
Chemistry 202
English 603 or 604
Math 201 or Calculus I and II
Physics 203
Saskatchewan
Eng A30 or B30 plus four academic 30 level courses
Biology 30
Chemistry 30
English 30
Math 30A, 30B, or 30C
Physics 30
A minimum 70% overall final average, calculated on grade 12 courses, is required. Grade 12 English at a minimum grade of 60% is required. Further program specific requirements can be found on page 44.
Admissions Outside of Canada International Baccalaureate (IB)
Other International Secondary Schools
Minimum overall score of 28 in International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), including three courses at the higher level. Transfer credits may be offered for IB higher level courses with a minimum grade of 5.
For country-specific requirements, program prerequisites, or equivalencies to Ontario curriculum, contact tip@trentu.ca or visit
General Certificate of Education (GCE)
English Proficiency
Minimum ‘C’ grade in five O-level (or IGCSE) subjects and two A-level (A2) subjects, or minimum ‘C’ grade in four O-level (or IGCSE) subjects and three A-level (A2) subjects. Two AS subjects may be substituted for one A2 subject. English proficiency test waived with C in O-level English. Transfer credits may be offered for A2 courses with ‘C’ or better.
The following test results are accepted as proof of English proficiency. Scores must be original, official results sent directly from test centre.
United States Secondary School Minimum ‘B’ average (3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale) in a recognized academic grade 12 program with a minimum of 70% in grade 12 English and at least four different senior level academic subjects. Recommended combined SAT score of 1,650 or composite ACT score of 24. Transfer credit may be offered for AP courses with grade of 4 or better.
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Language Test Minimum Score TOEFL (institutional code 0896) 86 IBT 580 PBT with minimum TWE score of 4.5 IELTS 6.5, with no band lower than 6.0 CAEL 60 CPE C MELAB 85 with no part below 80 Conditional Admission through Trent ESL Trent-ESL offers intensive English language and academic skills preparation and allows gradual admission to degree studies for students who do not meet our English proficiency requirements or who feel they will benefit from additional language support. trentu.ca/esl
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College and University Transfer Students Transfer from University Applicants transferring to Trent University from an accredited Canadian university must have successfully completed a minimum of one semester, with a final average of 65% to be considered for admission. Individual courses with a minimum grade of 60% will be evaluated for transfer credits. Transfer from College Applicants who have completed at least one semester in a Canadian community college, with a minimum cumulative average of 65% will be considered for admission. Each course with a minimum grade of 70% will be evaluated for individual transfer credit. trentu.ca/transfer
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