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Carleton University’s strategic plan emphasizes the power of higher education and innovation, community and collaboration, and the importance of sustainability and wellness. Carleton was named the second most sustainable university in Canada and the 33rd most sustainable in the world.
These priority areas became particularly relevant during the Covid-19 pandemic. Students organized to support local non-profits and alumni used their platforms and influence to help local businesses, fundraise, design PPE for emergency service workers, support seniors, and much more.
Professors dove into research addressing various aspects of the pandemic including e-health, technology, AI and autonomous systems and epidemiology, testing, tracing, mental health, wellness and social adaptation.
Carleton is also committed to listening and learning as the university community participates in a wider social conversation about racism. The hope is to build on and continue initiatives already underway to ensure human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism on campus.
Current global challenges have also led Carleton to examine and improve how the university is engaging with students. Whether students are looking for virtual support to assist with their transition to university, take virtual tours of campus, or test run the online university experience, Carleton has it covered.
Students can find out more about the impact of COVID on their admissions as well as additional information on changes to learning. The university continues to review on a case by case basis students whose admission process has been affected by school closures or exam delays. International students can find additional support through many channels, including one-on-one appointments with international admissions officers.
Carleton is committed to giving back through education while pursuing contributions to the common good. These founding values are at the heart of the university’s focus on research, community partnerships and teaching excellence.
In the classroom, Carleton challenges student thinking and teaches the skills students need to succeed. Outside the classroom, Carleton prepares students to apply their knowledge and skills to real world situations.
There are 22 undergraduate programs including:
The Bachelor of Commerce provides a complete business education, with eight specializations, and options for co-op (a paid work-study opportunity), study abroad and/or a minor in another subject. The Bachelor of International Business is also a unique degree that spans the study of business, language, and builds cross-cultural skills.
Carleton offers programs focusing on understanding the ever-changing media landscape. These programs prepare students for the exciting challenges facing journalists and communications professionals.
Computers and computer systems play a central role in business, communication, science, entertainment and medicine. This ever-changing discipline studies the theory, design and implementation of computer applications and systems.
Carleton prepares students for a career as engineers by combining rigorous programs and a highly supportive learning environment with practical, hands-on experience. The 13 streams offered cover a broad range of engineering specializations.
Labs, tutorials, field courses and seminars are conducted in small classes, resulting in personalized interactions with professors. An early emphasis on experimenting is a key component of science at Carleton. Carleton’s Bachelor of Health Science (BHSc) is a wide-ranging and career-focused program.
The majority of Carleton’s undergraduate programs include a cooperative education option (known as “co-op”) that provides students with the opportunity to gain full-time, paid employment related to an academic program. Study terms are alternated with paid periods of work in real job situations.
Students have the option of selecting from more than 100 programs, pathways and specializations at the graduate level.
At Carleton University, there are hundreds of ways for students to get involved and make the most of their university experience. There are a rich variety of services available to support all interests and needs.
Carleton offers services and programs dedicated to helping international and exchange students make the most of their university experience in Canada. This includes advice on immigration, study permits, health insurance, working in Canada, budgeting and homesickness.
Carleton University offers a variety of services designed to support students improve learning both inside and outside the classroom. Students can access peer-led study sessions as well as workshops on academic writing, time management, note-taking, and exam-preparation to name a few.
The co-op team supports students with their job search, helps with the hiring process, and develops connections with potential employers. In addition to co-op, many programs also include work integrated learning opportunities like practicums, field placements, field courses, apprenticeships and research placements.
Career coaches, consultants and counsellors help students explore their talents, interests and skills, and align their degree with a career. They also assist with resume and cover letter reviews and job search strategies.
Students can access medical services, counselling, and health promotion programs provided by the health and wellness center on campus. Students living in residence can also access short-term confidential counseling within their residence complex to help with issues such as coping with stress, homesickness, self-esteem and more.
Students can sign up for one of over 120 fitness classes, or make use of Carleton’s extensive facilities including a swimming pool, squash courts, a fitness centre, and an indoor sports field with running track.
In the QS World University Rankings 2021 the university was placed in the top 20 in Canada with a well-recognized reputation amongst employers. The university boasts excellent partnerships with employers, encourages employer-student connections and has high rates of graduate employment. With the hands-on learning approach and co-op program at the university students are well placed to enter the world of work.
Career services are available for all students at Carleton and can help students to identify and achieve their goals after leaving university. The career services office runs a range of events, provides tips and resources, and offers job search support to help students transition from students to alumni.
In addition to helping students transition from school to work, the career services office helps facilitate volunteer opportunities, on campus jobs, or chances to work abroad so that students can leave university with a diverse range of life and work experiences.
Carleton University offers numerous scholarship and bursary programs. In 2019 more than 12,000 scholarships and bursaries, totaling over CAD 24 million, were awarded to undergraduate students.
Students applying directly from high school who are admitted to Carleton with an admissions average of 90 per cent or higher are automatically considered for the merit-based renewable Entrance Scholarships, which range from CAD 4,000 to CAD 16,000 over four years.
The highest awards are the 24 Prestige Scholarships. Students must apply, and are considered only if entering Carleton directly from high school with an admission average of 90 per cent or better. The selection committee will also assess the range of community or secondary school extracurricular activities.
In 2019 Carleton students were awarded over CAD 46 million in funding. Students are automatically evaluated for their funding eligibility upon the submission of an application. If students qualify and are selected for funding, they are notified in their offer of admission.
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"Canada is a wonderful country. It embraces diversity & is very welcoming to international students." Anjola Studied Biomedical and Electrical Engineering
Kemi, Canada
I did my undergraduate degree at Carleton University in Communications and media studies. As an international student, I will admit I felt lonely for a month in first year. However, Carleton is set up so that you are not alone for too long. I found other like minded (and sometimes different) people through clubs, fai+ Read more
Caitlin, Canada
I did my undergrad at Carleton University in Public Affairs and Policy Management and could not recommend it more. No only is it situated in the countries capital city but you are surrounded by opportunity. I found that Carleton provided the support I needed while I navigated my next steps. It also is a University th+ Read more
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