HALIFAX, CANADA

Brief information

According to AbbreviationFinder, Saint Mary’s University (SMU) is located in the heart of the provincial capital Halifax, which is both an idyllic port city and a lively east coast metropolis. According to the motto “Be your potential”, the traditional university attaches great importance to offering its students excellent academic training and the best career opportunities. Not only do the practical lessons in small groups and the large number of highly trained lecturers contribute to this, but also the strong sense of community in the SMU community, which brings out the best in everyone.

According to the Canadian Maclean’s University Rankings, the SMU is therefore one of the ten best universities in Canada in the undergraduate area. The renowned Sobey School of Business even enjoys an international reputation for being world class – across all areas: From the Bachelor of Commerce to the PhD in Business Management, all courses have been awarded the internationally coveted AACSB accreditation.

The large number of international students who make their way to Halifax, Canada every year to find a new home at SMU speaks for the university: more than a quarter of all Saint Mary’s students come from over 100 different countries around the world. This extraordinary variety and the global orientation of the university enable it to educate the “global citizens” of tomorrow.

If you would also like to become part of one of Canada’s most diverse and international student communities, you have the choice between a wide range of different study options : from an academic gap year to a semester abroad to entire bachelor’s or master’s degrees and language courses, we have something for everyone suitable program on offer.

• Saint Marys University website

University facts

Year of foundation: 1802

Type of university: State university

Number of students: total 7900, international 2400

Accreditations:

• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)

Academic year:

The academic year at Saint Marys University is divided into two semesters. There are also Summer Sessions that begin in May and July.

Study programs

• Academic gap year
• semester abroad
• bachelor’s degree
• Master’s degree
• MBA
• promotion
• language courses
• Summer Sessions

International students are offered the opportunity to study at Saint Marys University for one or two semesters as part of the Visiting International Student Program. There is the possibility of free semester and cross-departmental course selection from all university courses of the bachelor’s and some master’s courses offered at Saint Mary’s University (separate application required).

The courses are selected in advance from Germany, about six weeks before the start of the semester. As a rule, the achievements made can then be credited towards further studies after prior agreement.

• Saint Marys University semester program

Fees

• Fall term 2022

Tuition per course Undergraduate (minimum amount)

$1966.00

Tuition per course Postgraduate (minimum amount)

CAD$1591.00

Student Association Fees + Bus Pass

$152.00 CAD

Saint Marys University semester program students typically choose three to four courses per semester, but more courses can be taken.

The tuition fees differ depending on the department and level of study. Courses from the Faculty of Science, for example, are more expensive than courses from the Faculty of Arts or the Sobey School of Business.

The same applies to the courses from the MBA program – these are also more expensive.

• Tuition Fees at Saint Marys University

Financing options

The foreign BAföG offers a good financing option for a semester abroad in Canada. Those who are entitled to funding receive subsidies for tuition fees of up to EUR 4,600. You also receive subsidies for living and travel expenses as well as for health insurance.

Requirements

Students wishing to participate in Saint Marys University’s Visiting Students semester program must have a high school diploma and have been a student at a university or technical college for at least one year.

A formal language certificate is not required, but a good knowledge of English is still required.

• Saint Marys University Application Requirements

Degrees/Courses

Degrees/Courses in English – Undergraduate

• Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology
• Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Atlantic Canada Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Classics
• Bachelor of Arts in Criminology
• Bachelor of Arts in English
• Bachelor of Arts in Entrepreneurship
• Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in French
• Bachelor of Arts in Geography
• Bachelor of Arts in German
• Bachelor of Arts in Hispanic Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in History
• Bachelor of Arts in International Development Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Irish Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics
• Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
• Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
• Bachelor of Business in Accounting
• Bachelor of Business in Computing and Information Systems
• Bachelor of Business in Economics
• Bachelor of Business in Entrepreneurship
• Bachelor of Business in Finance
• Bachelor of Business in General Business Studies
• Bachelor of Business in Global Business Management
• Bachelor of Business in Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations
• Bachelor of Business in Management
• Bachelor of Business in Marketing
• Bachelor of Environment in Environmental Science
• Bachelor of Environment in Environmental Studies
• Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics
• Bachelors of Science in Biology
• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
• Bachelor of Science in Computing Science
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
• Bachelor of Science in Geography
• Bachelor of Science in Geology
• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
• Bachelor of Science in Physics
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Studies/Courses in English – Postgraduate

• Executive Masters of Business Administration
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Finance
• Master of Science in Computing & Data Analytics
• Master of Technology Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Campus

Saint Mary’s University’s campus – described by the university itself as “the world in one city block” – is compact yet cosmopolitan. The lovely green grounds are located in the heart of Halifax, just minutes from the city’s most attractive areas : Point Pleasant Park, where you can stroll and relax amidst beautiful oceanfront nature, as well as the popular waterfront promenade and trendy historic waterfront, now bustling with hip shops, bars, cafes and plenty of nightlife, is just a stone’s throw away.

The campus itself offers students everything their heart desires in a small space: restaurants, cafés, a fitness center, several sports stadiums, shops and, of course, accommodation. Everything is within walking distance and in the cold season, the students don’t even have to leave the university building to get to their seminars thanks to an underground tunnel system.

• Saint Marys University campus map

Housing

International students at Saint Marys University can live on campus.

The following accommodation options are available:

• student residence
• Apartments on campus

The college town of Halifax

Halifax is considered one of the safest cities in North America. The capital of the province of Nova Scotia is located on Canada’s east coast, has around 360,000 inhabitants and one of the largest ports in the world.

Short trips to the USA are a good idea, as the United States border is not far away. The beautiful surroundings, friendly people and numerous festivals attract many visitors from all over the world throughout the year.

There are also many musical and cultural events, some historical sites, galleries and museums such as the Museum of National History.

The nightlife is also very lively: with a variety of bars, nightclubs and restaurants, there should be something for everyone. Another highlight is Dartmouth, which is on the east side of Halifax Harbour. Also known as the “City of Lakes”, 23 lakes within the city limits offer all kinds of opportunities for canoeing, windsurfing, swimming and much more.

Halifax also has a total of seven oceanfront beaches, but average summer temperatures are just 16-24°C, while winters remain relatively mild – ideal conditions for water sports enthusiasts.