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GET A WORLD- CLASS EDUCATION ON CANADA’S MOST BEAUTIFUL ISLAND.
SEE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE THE 2021
INTERNATIONAL
CHANGE YOU WANT TO CREATE. VIEWBOOK
Located on one of the world’s Dedicated professors and
most beautiful islands, CBU offers unprecedented undergraduate
the perfect vantage point to research opportunities mean
A note from create the kind of future you want,
in any direction you can imagine.
you’ll be ready to take on a whole
new world after graduation.
the president With the support of a caring With a solid foundation like
community, a growing and the one you’ll receive at CBU,
Please allow me to introduce you diverse campus and the unique anything is possible. You can
to CBU. Located on beautiful Cape perspective that comes with become the person you are
Breton Island in Nova Scotia, we are island life, there’s simply nothing meant to be and the kind of
one of Canada’s most innovative standing in your way. change the world needs.
universities. Currently, we are
privileged to have students from Here, you can see everything
more than 50 countries around the more clearly, including a
world as part of our university family. successful future.
At Cape Breton University, our
number one goal is student success.
It is our mission to provide the
services, resources, teaching and
experiences to make your time on
our safe, welcoming and fun island
the best it can be.
At CBU, we know that education
and innovation are key to growth,
and that we are at our best when
global perspectives unite. We take
pride in celebrating all cultures and
learning from one another.
We hope you consider Cape Breton
University for your post-secondary
studies and discover why we are
the university of choice for students
from all over the globe.
Yours very truly,
David C. Dingwall
PRESIDENT & VICE-CHANCELLOR Stay up to date
CAPE BRETON UNIVERSITY with CBU’s response
to COVID 19 at
CBU.ca/covid19
CBU VIEWBOOK P. 5
Imagine yourself
being surrounded by
a global community,
on a diverse, inclusive
THE BEST campus, working
OF CANADA together to create a
better world.
WELCOME TO CAPE BRETON UNIVERSITY.
Nestled on the ancient lands With stunning landscapes and At CBU, it’s not just about what
of the Mi’kmaw people, the ocean views, and a safe and you study – it’s about what you
roots of Cape Breton Island go serene campus community of experience while you’re here. You’ll
ON ONE
back for centuries. Our diverse more than 5,000 students from build friendships and gain skills that
cultures contribute to a vibrant around the globe, our unique will last a lifetime. You’ll discover
island atmosphere you won’t find island life is rooted in Cape Breton a new home on one of the most
ISLAND.
anywhere else. and connected to the world. beautiful islands in the world.
Now, all you have to do is ask yourself one question.
Are you ready for the adventure? cbisland.com
CBU VIEWBOOK P. 7
Diverse culture,
HELLO WORLD. friendly people.
Did you know that CBU is home to more than 2,500 international Located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded territory of the
Mi’kmaw people, our island has deep roots in
students representing more than 50 countries? That’s about half Indigenous cultures, among many others. Cape
of CBU’s student population. So, even if you’re travelling from Breton has a population of approximately 100,000
far away, you’ll soon meet lots of people who are making Cape that is spread across awe-inspiring land and
seascapes just waiting to be explored. With friendly
Breton their new home away from home. people, a small, tight-knit campus and a peaceful
pace of life, you’ll feel grounded in the safety and
serenity of CBU and our surrounding communities.
With an airport this With connections to major Canadian
close, you practically airports, the J.A. Douglas McCurdy
CBU land on campus. Sydney Airport (YQY) is just a five-minute
drive from campus. Whether you are
flying in or out, you’ll be there in no time.
SPRING
So, what’s the from 1oC (34oF)
weather like? to 17oC (63oF)
Well, it’s Canada. So, be prepared
SUMMER
to enjoy snowy winters as well
from 14oC (57oF)
as warm, pleasant summers. If to 28oC (82oF)
you are coming in the winter, we
recommend arriving with warm
AUTUMN
clothing such as hats, gloves,
from 5oC (41oF)
boots and jackets. Can’t find to 20oC (68oF)
A TRULY GLOBAL COMMUNITY
anything like that where you are?
Discover a place where lifelong bonds are Don’t worry, there are clothing
WINTER
formed, hard work and potential get noticed stores here where you can
from -9oC (16oF)
and a diverse learning environment helps a purchase what you need to keep
to 0oC (32oF)
community thrive. you comfortable.
CBU VIEWBOOK P. 9
The best of campus 1 MacDonald Residence
at your fingertips.
2 Cabot Residence
3 Alumni Hall
4 Harriss Hall
This map features campus highlights to help you
5 Cape Breton Health
get a sense of what you can see and do at CBU, all Recreation Complex
within walking distance. 6 Library
5
cbu.ca/tour 4 7 Unama’ki College
8 Boardmore Playhouse
1 3 9 Campus Centre
2
10 Cafeteria
11 Students’ Union
12 Sullivan Fieldhouse
13 Max Bell Health Centre
14
14 Canada Games
6 12 Complex
13
15 Bookstore
7 9 10 11 16 Multi-Purpose Room
8
17
15 17 Courtyard
19
18 Art Gallery
16 20
18 19 Beaton Institute
20 Student, Culture
and Heritage Centre
(Great Hall)
22 23 21 Technology
21 Enterprise Centre
24 22 Arseneau-Britten
Science Building
26 23 Marvin Harvey Building
24 C-Wing
25 25 The Verschuren
Centre (CSEE)
26 Shannon School
of Business
CBU VIEWBOOK P. 11
RESIDENCE APPLICATION Applications for residence
WELCOME
Rest easy knowing FEE: $25 can be completed online.
that each of our After receiving your letter
residence buildings is RESIDENCE CONFIRMATION of acceptance to CBU, you
HOME.
DEPOSIT: $700 will be able to apply for
accessible to student
residence using your new
occupants only, and ROOMS RANGE FROM
CBU email address.
$2,195-$3,660 PER SEMESTER
our secure entryways
cbu.ca/residence
When you live in one of CBU’s residences, you’ll have require electronic *all fees are in CAD
the benefits of home just steps away from class. keys for access.
With three unique and secure residence options,
all you have to do is move in.
Cabot Residence
• offers apartment-style dorms where each apartment has four
private bedrooms and two bathrooms, all built around a
shared living room and kitchen.
Alumni Hall
• provides the option to choose from traditional dorm rooms
or trendy, apartment-style living spaces. OFF-CAMPUS
Harriss Hall HOUSING
• is where you’ll find single and private dorm rooms, with a mix If you would like to live off
of private and shared washroom facilities. Harriss Hall is also
equipped with restaurant-style dining and a stocked pantry campus, you can explore
where you can cook for yourself. From comfort food, to the accommodation options at
freshest and most nutritious eats, even the most selective cbu.ca/housing
eaters will be able to satisfy their cravings here.
CBU VIEWBOOK P. 13
Academic programs for
the changing world. MASTER OF BUSINESS
M ASTER ’ S
D EGR EE
ADMINISTRATION IN
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
With more than 60 areas of study, earn a degree in a field that ignites your passion.
BACHELOR OF ARTS BACHELOR OF ARTS BACHELOR BACHELOR OF
BACH ELOR’S D E GRE E S
COMMUNITY STUDIES OF BUSINESS ENGINEERING
• Anthropology ADMINISTRATION TECHNOLOGY
• Anthropology/Sociology • Anthropology
• Celtic Culture • Applied Theatre • Accounting • Chemical
• Communication • Celtic Culture • Economics • Electronics and Controls
• Finance • Environmental Studies • Diploma in Emergency • Post-Baccalaureate
D I PLOMAS
• Dramatic Literature • Communication
• Human Resources • Petroleum Management Diploma in Business
• English • Dramatic Literature Management
• Ethnomusicology • English • Legal Studies • Diploma in Public
• Folklore • Folklore • Marketing
BACHELOR OF
Administration and • Post-Baccalaureate
• Supply Chain Management Diploma in Supply
• French • French HEALTH SCIENCES Chain Management
Management (PUBLIC HEALTH)
• History • Gaelic • Post-Baccalaureate
• Gender and • Tourism Marketing and Diploma in Business • Post-Baccalaureate
• Mathematics Management Analytics Diploma in Health Care
Women’s Studies
• Mi’kmaq Studies
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Management
• Philosophy • History
• Political Science • Mathematics BACHELOR OF • Biology
• Mi’kmaq Studies ENGINEERING • Chemistry cbu.ca/programs
• Psychology
(TRANSFER DIPLOMA)
• Religious Studies • Music • Mathematics
• Sociology • Philosophy • Chemical • Psychology
• Spanish • Political Science • Civil
• Psychology • Electrical & Computer
• BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Religious Studies • Environmental
IN HUMAN NUTRITION
BACHELOR OF • Sociology • Industrial
ARTS & SCIENCE IN (TRANSFER)
ENVIRONMENT
• Spanish • Materials
• Sport and Physical • Mechanical Advanced Standing Options
Activity Leadership • Mineral Resources
BACHELOR OF International students who have completed Bachelor’s degrees
HOSPITALITY in Science, Engineering, Business or Commerce in their home
AND TOURISM BACHELOR OF
MANAGEMENT country may be eligible to enrol at CBU with advanced standing
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT in Bachelor’s degrees in Science, Health Science, Engineering
Technology, Business Administration or Hospitality and Tourism
programs. Students entering CBU with advanced standing may
complete their CBU program in as little as 18 months.
CBU VIEWBOOK P. 15
We’re here
to help. CBU
CBU offers many supports and
resources to help you accomplish Library
your educational goals.
What is a great university
without a great library?
Our friendly, knowledgeable
FIRST-YEAR ADVISING LEARNING COMMONS PERSONAL staff can help you locate
CENTRE (FYAC) AND STUDENT LIFE COUNSELLING SERVICE academic articles, learn
CENTRE about academic integrity or
Starting your CBU journey is a At CBU, we provide counselling
reserve a private study room
big move. The FYAC is here to This is one of many spaces at CBU through confidential,
help every step of the way with designed to foster collaboration. professional support. Whether to help you focus.
a supportive team of advisors. At the Learning Commons and you need help with anxiety,
We’ll work together to get you Student Life Centre, you’ll have addiction, grief, conflict, or any
started, review your program access to Academic Advisors, other issue, our trained and
requirements and help you get free tutoring and help with understanding staff are here to
set up for success. paper writing, all in an open, help you.
comfortable environment.
THE INTERNATIONAL
STUDENT AND STUDY CAREER SERVICES
ABROAD CENTRE
CBU helps students prepare for
Get advice from our life after university with co-op
International Student Advisors placements and connections
about adjusting to Canadian to real businesses. With
life and navigating the individualized career counselling,
health care system. We also resume and cover letter writing
have a Regulated Canadian tips, labour market information
Immigration Consultant who and employment opportunities, MORE
can answer your immigration you can stand out in an STUDENT
questions and help you with increasingly competitive world. SUPPORTS:
study permit applications,
citizenship and more. • Peer success
MAX BELL HEALTH coaching
CENTRE
ACADEMIC SUCCESS • Chaplaincy
COACHING We care about your personal • Experiential
health and well-being. As a
learning
Academic Success Coaches are student at CBU, you’ll have • Childcare
here to help prepare you with access to a Campus Doctor, • Jennifer Keeping
the skills and tools you need to Physiotherapist and Nurse who Centre
carve your own path toward a offer a wide range of services to • Off-campus housing
successful future. keep you healthy and happy. and more
CBU VIEWBOOK P. 17
GET THE
EXPERIENCE
YOU NEED.
Complementing your degree WORKING
IN
with workplace experience
helps set you up for success.
That’s why CBU is proud to offer
CANADA.
a wide range of experiential
learning opportunities that will
equip you with practical, real
world experience.
Through programs such as
co-operative education, student You can work in Canada if you’re a full-time
research opportunities and student and hold a valid study permit.
work-study options, you can work
with researchers, mentors and You’ll need to obtain a through the postgraduate
community partners to learn more
Social Insurance Number work permit program.
about your area of interest.
once you arrive in Canada Please note: postgraduate
cbu.ca/co-op in order to work. work permits vary in length
depending on how long
After completing an you’ve studied in Canada.
academic degree, diploma
or certificate program in Students are required to
Canada that is at least eight know and comply with the
months in length, you’re visa regulations set forth by
eligible to receive a work the Government of Canada.
permit that allows you to
work full-time in Canada cic.gc.ca
CBU VIEWBOOK P. 19
WELCOME TO THE
CAPER FAMILY.
What happens on this island is something you’ll never forget. It’s a transformation. A connection. And that
connection to CBU doesn’t end after graduation. There are more than 24,000 CBU alumni employed in
diverse industries across the globe, who look forward to welcoming you to our proud alumni family.
Brittany Louisa Gurjinder Ajay
(Xinyu) Zhu Esangbedo Singh Saini Balyan
MBA, CED ‘19, Insurance Advisor, BHSc ‘17, Business Development Associate, BET ‘18, Electrical Engineering Technician, DPA ’19, Owner, Swaagat Restaurant
TD Canada Trust NextPlay Inc. Leonardo
“When I came to Cape Breton, I didn’t
“CBU has allowed me to work closely “Choosing CBU was one of the best “CBU has taught my brother and know anyone, but I quickly fell in love
with classmates from all over the decisions of my life! My potentials me how to live in a multicultural with the island and its people. I am a
world, providing an understanding were harnessed, my skills were community, which has enhanced proud member of the CBU alumni and
of the importance of inclusion and developed and my confidence grew. my confidence, communication and always will be. Opening Swaagat here
acceptance. The warm atmosphere I have been able to take all of these relationships. Due to a united and in Sydney was my way of giving back
here has made me and my friends feel attributes forward into my workplace. diverse community, Cape Breton to the community.”
so welcome.” I will be forever grateful for my time at University was a home away from
CBU and the people who contributed home.”
to my success story.”CBU VIEWBOOK P. 21
ADMISSION IF YOU’RE COMING TO CBU FROM
An investment
HIGH SCHOOL, HERE ARE THE
REQUIREMENTS. EQUIVALENCY REQUIREMENTS: ENGLISH LANGUAGE
TRAINING PARTNER
ENGLISH MATH SCIENCE
ADDITIONAL
ACADEMIC
MINIMUM
OVERALL
CBU is proud to be the exclusive
partner and home to an English
for Academic Purposes centre:
in your future.
COURSES AVERAGE
ICEAP NS. The centre offers Education is an investment that has an incredible
Bachelor of Arts X 4 other courses 65%
English for Academic Preparation return. Just ask one of our 24,000 alumni.
to international students who
wish to enter university but lack
Bachelor of Arts and Science the required English proficiency,
in Environment
X X X* 2 other courses 75% Average
and provides assistance with
Bachelor of Arts
X 4 other courses 65%
accommodations, insurance, One-Year Tuition for Undergraduate
childcare and more.
Community Studies
Degrees and Diplomas (10 Courses): $17,800
Bachelor of Business
X X 3 other courses 65%
Administration iceapns.ca Average
Bachelor of Engineering (Transfer) X X* 2 Science* 1 other course 65% Total Tuition for Post-Baccalaureate
For English proficiency Diplomas (12 Courses): $26,700
Bachelor of Engineering
Technology
X X 2 Science* 1 other course 65% requirements, visit
Average
Bachelor of Health Sciences 1 Chemistry cbu.ca/esl
(Public Health)
X X
1 Science*
1 other course 65% One-Year Tuition for MBA (CED)
(8 Courses): $20,100
Bachelor of Science X X* 2 Science* 1 other course 65%
Bachelor of Science in Human Please note:
X X* 2 Science* 1 other course 65%
Nutrition (Transfer) The tuition amounts listed above include the differential, CBU Students’ Union,
IT and Campus Renewal Fees.
Bachelor of Hospitality and
X X 3 other courses 65% Program fees may differ and are subject to change.
Tourism Management
At Cape Breton University’s discretion, one non-university preparatory course may be substituted.
* Bachelor of Arts & Science in * Bachelor of Science: For mathematics,
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Environment: Science courses must be pre-calculus is recommended. Two sciences
Analytics: Completed Bachelor’s degree from an in biology, chemistry or physics. Letter of from biology, chemistry, geology (or
accredited university with a minimum B average, interest required as part of the application. environmental science) or physics.
including two math/statistics courses with B+ grades. * Bachelor of Engineering (Transfer): * Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition
Chemistry and physics are recommended. (Transfer): Pre-calculus recommended.
Pre-calculus is recommended. Biology and chemistry recommended.
Post-Baccalaureate Diplomas in Business/
Supply Chain Management: Completed * Bachelor of Engineering Technology * Indian Subcontinent 10 + 2 students may
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (Electronics and Controls): Physics is apply with economics or business studies
recommended. in place of mathematics for Bachelor of
with a minimum B average.
* Bachelor of Engineering Technology
Business Administration or Bachelor of
Hospitality and Tourism Management.
Estimate your fees:
(Petroleum and Environmental Studies):
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Health Care
Management: Completed Bachelor’s degree
Physics and chemistry are recommended. * Indian Subcontinent 10 + 2 students cbu.ca/tuition-calculator
may also apply with chemistry, biology
from an accredited university with a minimum * Bachelor of Health Sciences (Public
or physics in place of mathematics for the
Health): Science from biology, geology or
B average. physics (biology recommended).
Bachelor of Engineering Technology
and Bachelor of Science degrees.CBU VIEWBOOK P. 23
Continuing your academic
journey? You’ll fit right in. Consider
If you have a diploma, degree or credits from another post- this the first
step to an
secondary institution, consider applying for transfer credits
We recognize what at CBU by following three easy steps:
you’ve already achieved.
Your degree or college
diploma can bring you one
STEP ONE
Apply to CBU and
STEP TWO
Submit an application
STEP THREE
Wait 2 - 4 weeks for
incredible
future.
step closer to earning a submit your official for a Transfer Credit your transfer credits to
university degree at CBU. documents. Assessment found at be assessed – we’ll get
cbu.ca/transfer (fee of back to you by email. It’s time to begin your CBU story.
$52.00 CAD). Follow the simple steps below to
apply to become part of a welcoming
and innovative academic community
on Canada’s most beautiful island.
cbu.ca/apply
STEP ONE Visit cbu.ca/apply to create an account and complete the
online application
STEP TWO Submit the application fee ($100 CAD)
STEP THREE Upload supplemental documents, like official transcripts and
English language proficiency scores, to your account
STEP FOUR Ensure that the application status on your account is ‘complete’
STEP FIVE If applicable, submit a Transfer Credit Assessment application,
found at cbu.ca/transfer
Visit cic.gc.ca for more information and a list of countries that require visas to enter Canada.
For immigration information specific to Nova Scotia (the province where CBU is located), visit
novascotiaimmigration.com/study-here.
cbu.ca/transferSee you in
Canada.
Take a virtual tour of our
modern campus from
the comfort of your own
home. See inside our
classrooms, common
areas and green spaces.
CBU.ca/tour
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