ST CATHARINES, CANADA

Brief information

Are you looking for a university that combines Canada’s untouched nature, academic excellence and a great location with personal study experience and a sporting team spirit? Then Brock University, not far from Niagara Falls and the dynamic metropolis of Toronto, might be just the right choice for you!

According to AbbreviationFinder, a state-of-the-art campus, innovative programs, outstanding faculty, and one of the best graduate recruitment rates in the country can’t lie: Brock University has class—world class, in fact.

This is particularly true of the renowned Goodman School of Business, whose excellence is reflected in the accreditations of several national and international organizations, including the world’s leading AACSB.

With around 19,000 students, the medium-sized university, which takes great care of its students, describes itself as “ small enough to be intimate, big enough to be world-class. The academic quality of the university can also be determined by the high level of satisfaction among its students, who come to St. Catharines not only from all over Ontario but also from all over the world to become part of the Brock community. By the way: Since team spirit in sports is very important among the students, the “Brock Badgers” fans are considered the best fans in Ontario.

At Brock University, international students have the opportunity to study abroad for one or two semesters or to take language courses.

• Brock University website

University facts

Year of foundation: 1964

Type of university: State university

Number of Students: Total 18500, 16900 Undergraduate, 1600 Postgraduate, International 1700

Accreditations:

• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)
• CGA (Certified General Accountant)
• CIM (Canadian Institute of Management)
• ICAO (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario)
• SMA (Society of Management Accountants of Canada)

Academic year:

The academic year at Brock University consists of two terms.

Study programs

• semester abroad
• language courses

Brock University ‘s “Study Abroad” semester program allows international students to study at St. Catharines for a semester or two, choosing courses across semesters and departments from those offered as part of the bachelor’s degreeprograms.

The range of courses at Brock University is extensive and includes courses from numerous disciplines such as education, humanities and social sciences. Brock University is best known for its programs in Business, Psychology, English, Political Science and Sciences.

• Brock University semester program

Fees

• Fall term 2022

Tuition for three courses (minimum amount)

C$8107.00

Ontario International Recovery Fee

$750.00 CAD

bus pass

$260.00 CAD

Health Insurance

$212.00 CAD

application fee

$125.00 CAD

Tuition fees vary depending on the degree program and the number of courses taken. It is usual to take three to five courses per semester.

• Tuition fees at Brock University

Financing options

There are various financing options for a semester abroad at Brock University. Anyone who receives BAföG abroad receives grants for travel and living expenses as well as for health insurance. In addition, up to EUR 4600 will be subsidized for the tuition fees incurred.

Requirements

Students who wish to study at Brock University for a semester or two must have the Abitur and already be enrolled at a German university.

In addition, students are expected to have a good knowledge of the English language. They have to prove this by means of a standardized language test.

The language skills can be proven by one of the following test results or documents:

	Undergraduate
DAAD language test	B1 level
IELTS	6.5 (no range below 6.0)
TOEFL (internet based)	88 (Speaking + Writing: 21)

The language certificate cannot be submitted later.

• Brock University Application Requirements

Degrees/Courses

Degrees/Courses in English – Undergraduate

• Bachelor of Accounting
• Bachelor of Arts in Applied Linguistics
• Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication
• Bachelor of Arts in Canadian Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Child Health
• Bachelor of Arts in Classics
• Bachelor of Arts in Community Health
• Bachelor of Arts in Distinct and Diverse Communities
• Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Arts
• Bachelor of Arts in Economics
• Bachelor of Arts in English Language & Literature
• Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in French Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in General Humanities
• Bachelor of Arts in Geography
• Bachelor of Arts in Hispanic and Latin American Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in History
• Bachelor of Arts in Interactive Arts and Science
• Bachelor of Arts in International Political Economy
• Bachelor of Arts in Italian Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Labor Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts
• Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Medieval & Renaissance Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Music
• Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
• Bachelor of Arts in Popular Culture
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences
• Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
• Bachelor of Arts in Studies in Arts & Culture
• Bachelor of Arts in Studies in Comparative Literatures and Cultures
• Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Environment
• Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts
• Bachelor of Arts in Women’s and Gender Studies
• Bachelor of Business Economics in Business Administration
• Bachelor of Computing and Business
• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
• Bachelor of Education in Aboriginal Adult Education and Native Teacher Education
• Bachelor of Education in Adult Education
• Bachelor of Education in Teacher Education
• Bachelor of Kinesiology
• Bachelor of Music
• Bachelor of Physical Education
• Bachelor of Public Health
• Bachelor of Recreation and Leisure Studies
• Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
• Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
• Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences
• Bachelor of Science in Biophysics
• Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics
• Bachelor of Science in Computing and Network Communications
• Bachelor of Science in Computing and Solid State Device Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Earth Sciences
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Geoscience
• Bachelor of Science in Geography
• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
• Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts
• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences
• Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Oenology and Viticulture
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Geography
• Bachelor of Science in Physics
• Bachelor of Sports Management

Campus

The Brock University campus is located in the heart of the Niagara region, not far from the famous Niagara Falls and in the middle of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve that surrounds it with beautiful natural landscapes.

The park-like university grounds are relatively small, but all the more modern and lively. In addition to technically well-equipped university buildings, the campus has numerous restaurants, cafés and dining halls, a large sports complex where the successful athletes of the Brock Badgers train and, of course, numerous student residences within walking distance of the seminar rooms.

The thirteen- story Arthur Schmon Tower serves as a landmark on campus. It can also be seen clearly from the city and is colorfully illuminated at night.

Due to its quiet location on the edge of the forest , the campus of Brock University presents itself as an ideal place to study, but at the same time it is only an hour away from the lively metropolis of Toronto. The students have the opportunity to bring study and leisure activities of any kind into a perfect balance.

• Brock University campus map

Housing

Students at Brock University have several housing options to choose from, either on campus or just off campus.

The following accommodation options are available:

• student residence
• Apartments on campus
• Private apartments / hotels

The college town of St. Catharines

St. Catharines is a city in the Canadian province of Ontario and has around 130,000 inhabitants. The world-famous Niagara Falls are only about 20 kilometers away, because St. Catharines is located in the heart of the so-called “Niagara Region” between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie, which are connected by the Niagara River.

The border with the USA also runs along the river, so that a trip to the neighboring country is easily possible. But there is also a lot to do within Canada; the city of Toronto is only about 100 kilometers away from St. Catharines and is ideal for excursions.

Of course, St. Catharines itself has a lot to offer. Its official nickname is “The Garden City”, which is due to the more than four square kilometers of landscaped gardens within the city. In addition, the region is known for its excellent wine, especially ice wine.

From an economic point of view, St. Catharines has two mainstays, trade and industry, which also benefit from the proximity to the USA – General Motors, for example, has two plants in St. Catharines. However, numerous telecommunications companies are also based here, as St. Catharines is one of the main network points for telecommunications and the Internet between Canada and the USA.