University of Guelph-Humber, Canada - Ranking, Reviews, Courses, Tuition Fees

Overview

About University of Guelph-Humber

Founded in 2002, the University of Guelph-Humber is a collaboration between the University of Guelph and Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning. Students earn both a four-year honor’s degree from the University of Guelph and a diploma from Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning concurrently, after four years of full-time study.

The university offers seven focused undergraduate programs: business, community social services, early childhood studies, justice studies, kinesiology, media and communication studies, and psychology. All programs offer guaranteed placements. The university is a close-knit community of approximately 5,000 students with an average class size of 49 students, thus allowing for students and faculty to interact on a first-name basis in a collaborative culture.

The University of Guelph-Humber is situated in Toronto, one of the world’s most diverse cities, providing students with many opportunities for unique and interesting placements. A unique research assistantship program sees undergraduate students working as paid research assistants along with faculty on research projects, giving students a rare opportunity to hone their research skills and boost their employability. Once students graduate, they’ll be well placed for a variety of graduate or professional programs, as well as relevant employment.

The university supports international students every step of the way in their academic journey, from orientation right up until their last day. A renewable International Student Scholarship worth up to CAD 20,500 is also available to select students. There are academic advisors to help with study-related issues, a career services coordinator to help equip students for placement and offer career guidance and a field placement coordinator to oversee placement. Student Life Staff can also help students get involved in life on campus and various students’ events.

Graduate outcomes

University of Guelph-Humber graduates are ready to enter the workforce or pursue further education upon graduation. Many graduates can pursue professional designations, with just some examples being:

Business students may choose to pursue their Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or other graduate programs such as Maters of Business Administration, Masters of Finance, Master of Marketing or work directly in the field after graduation as an account manager, data analyst, project manager, portfolio manager, analyst and more.
Media and Communications students have the opportunity to pursue a career as a brand manager, campaign strategist, public affairs specialist, and publicist or apply to graduate programs.
Kinesiology graduates are able apply to professional programs in medicine, occupational therapy, physiotherapy and the Chiropractic College.
After graduation, students can take advantage of the university’s partnership with The City Law School. They can study in England to earn a senior status law degree (LLB) with The City Law School in just two years. No LSAT. Reduced Tuition.

Many students decide to continue with their studies by pursuing a master’s degree or other higher education. The University of Guelph-Humber offers alumni career service s, including appointments with career professionals to gain advice on job applications, cover letters and interview skills.

Career services staff also work closely with businesses to provide employers with information about graduates from the university. Potential employers are often invited to recruitment fairs and events throughout the year to encourage students to form relationships with businesses before graduation.

Programs

Here’s a look at the academic programs available at the University of Guelph Humber:

Business

Students earn an Honour’s Bachelor of Business Administration and a Diploma in Business Administration in four years. Students can generalize or focus on one of six topics: accounting, finance, international business, management, marketing, or small business management and entrepreneurship. Students gain up to 520 hours of workplace experience.

Community Social Services

Students earn an Honour’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Community Social Services and a Social Service Worker Diploma over four years. Workplace opportunities in this program are over 800 hours.

Early Childhood Studies

Students earn an Honour’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education in four years. Students get over 800 of workplace experience.

Justice Studies

Students earn an Honour’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Justice Studies and either a diploma in Community and Justice Services or a diploma in Police Foundations. Students get over 200 hours of workplace experience.

Kinesiology

Students earn an Honour’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology and a Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion in four years. Students get up to 240 hours of workplace experience in this field.

Media and Communication Studies

Students earn an Honour’s Bachelor of Applied Arts in Media and Communication Studies and a Diploma in Media Communications. Specialism options include digital marketing and social media, multimedia journalism, media management and analytics, visual communication, or public relations. Internships can be completed locally or abroad and last 240 hours.

Psychology

Students earn an Honour’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology and a General Arts and Science Diploma and can do an optional certificate in intercultural relations, organizational behavior or research skills and analysis. Students will complete at least 100 hours in a workplace.

What's new

Students at the University of Guelph-Humber are constantly benefitting from the contemporary approach to learning, the continued investment in students, and the commitment to undertaking research that helps shape and define course materials. There is always something new and exciting that students can engage with, including exciting opportunities to enhance prospects, or new funding opportunities to make study more comfortable for students.

Recent examples of developments include the university winning a prestigious Network of International Business Schools (NIBS) Worldwide Case Competition. Students were able to defeat 15 teams from around the world to claim the championship, bringing recognition to themselves and the institution.

And in an example of new opportunities to make study more accessible, students in the Early Childhood Studies program are now potentially eligible for two new scholarships worth CAD 2,500 per year.

Finances

How much will it cost?

Average tuition fees per year

19,67,979 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details

Living costs

5,91,061 Living costs

4,48,541 To live on campus

Scholarships & funding

International Student Entrance Scholarship

The International Student Entrance Scholarship provides qualified students with tuition funding of up to CAD 20,500 over four years. Students don’t need to apply for this scholarship – any international student applying to the university is automatically considered for it, although not all students will receive it. Those who are successful will receive between CAD 2,000 and 8,500 in their first year, based on their average. If students continue to maintain a score of 80 per cent or above, the scholarship may be renewed for an additional CAD 4,000 per year, to a maximum of three years.

Successful students will receive the funds automatically in their university account, split across two payments. The first is made in first and the second is made at the start of second semester. Students only receive the funding if they are registered as a full-time student for that semester.

Eligibility

Entry requirements

The University of Guelph-Humber lists country-specific entry requirements for international students dependent on where a student has completed their studies. To apply, international students will need to have achieved a similar standard required for admission to universities in their country.

International applicants should refer to the university’s International Applicant web page to view all admission requirements.

All programs have their own specific subject requirements that student need to present at the senior/advanced level.

For any students who do not have English as their first language, or if they have studied English for fewer than four years, it’s necessary to provide proof of proficiency in the language, as all courses are taught in English. Students will be notified if they are required to provide proof of their proficiency through a recognized test.

Department and Faculty

Teaching quality

With the unique nature of the partnership between the University of Guelph and Humber College, students at Guelph-Humber benefit from professors and instructors at both institutions. Faculty are experts within their chosen field, many of whom remain active within their profession and/or have completed extensive research projects.

This contemporary faculty expertise is of great benefit to students who receive the highest quality instruction and access to the latest research, all of which equips them for employment in their chosen profession or further study. Staff are not just experts in their subject – they are also excellent tutors, fostering critical thinking skills and inspiring students to question the knowledge shared with them.

Along with the faculty experience, students benefit from small class sizes that give students more time with their teachers, working closely with them and gaining more time to tap into their wisdom.