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Hello from Nova Scotia, Canada!

Information for international students

Welcome to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada. A place where your passions can come to life. Where you can inspire and ignite change while studying at one of Canada’s top universities.Ìý

Top 65 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
12th Overall in Canada QS World University Rankings
Top 15 research-intensive university in Canada
Gold rating in sustainability (AASHE)

Where learning meets belonging

Canada is a world leader in higher education, internationally recognized for post-secondary research, innovation, and a commitment to work-integrated learning. Here at Dalhousie, you have the opportunity to learn from inspiring leaders, soak up Canadian culture, and take a study break in a spot close to the ocean.

Admission requirements

Where the ocean meets community

Nova Scotia is a welcoming province, home to thousands of university students. Locals are friendly and knowledgeable, and your new ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøclassmates will help you feel settled when you first set foot on campus.Ìý

Where studying meets success

At Dalhousie, you get to learn from and work with nationally and internationally recognized professors.Ìý

90% of our students take part in experiential and work-integrated learning each year, applying classroom learnings within their chosen field. Nova Scotia is full of opportunities to work with leading firms and innovative start-ups across a variety of developing and established sectors and you'll gain practical experience to accelerate your career. Opportunities include:

  • Cooperative education (co-op)
  • Internships
  • Practicums & placements
  • Field courses
  • Study abroad & International exchanges

Awards & financial information

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøoffers more than 2,000 entrance awards (scholarships) each year, including scholarships and bursaries to support incoming students. Awards may be offered based on academics, achievements and involvement outside of the classroom, financial need or a combination of the above. A general entrance award application is required to be considered.Ìý

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