Mount Saint Vincent University

Mount Saint Vincent University

166 Bedford Highway, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

About

Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU) is located just minutes away from downtown Halifax. For years, the University has been committed to being a model of creative teaching and research that nurtures socially responsible global citizens. With a unique blend of passion and individuality, Mount Saint Vincent University has unparalleled social impact at home, across the country and around the world.


Mount Saint Vincent university is committed to academic excellence, and their passion is delivering a rich and rewarding university experience. Staff, alumni and students alike are inspired by their school's strong tradition of social responsibility and our enduring commitment to the advancement of women. The school's fundamental values include: Academic Freedom, Accountability, Engagement, Professionalism and Respect.


Why Mount Saint Vincent University

  • Location: Never been to Halifax before? Students are in for a treat. One minute, one could be trying on a killer outfit at some fashion-forward boutique. The next minute? Maybe it's kicking back at a waterfront café and watching the ships sail by, or seeing the next big indie rock band at a local venue. With vibrant theatre, music, and arts communities, Halifax is pulsing with life!
  • Campus Life: There are a wide variety of student clubs and societies to join at Mount Saint Vincent University, all of which have strong ties to the community. 
  • Small Classes: The average class size has less than 24 students at the University, which means that students can get to know their professors and peers on a more personal level. 
  • Health and Wellness: Mount Saint Vincent University is dedicated to the health and wellness of its students.  Students can enjoy various recreational sports teams, join fitness classes, or receive personal training without ever leaving campus. 

Features

47 out of 49 programs are eligible for Post Graduation Work Permit.

The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) allows students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution to gain valuable Canadian work experience.

The IRCC has published a preliminary list of programs that are eligible for the PGWPP. Based on our current knowledge, which is subject to change, these programs align with five field of study categories:

  • agriculture and agri-foods
  • healthcare
  • science/technology/engineering/mathematics (STEM)
  • trade
  • transport
  • Read more at: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work-postgrad.asp

    Cooperative education (or co-operative education) and internships are methods of combining classroom-based education with practical work experience. A cooperative education experience ("co-op"), provides academic credit for structured job experience. Co-ops are full-time, paid or unpaid positions. Internships may be full-time or part-time, paid or unpaid positions.

    Students need to plan their accommodations well in advance of their arrival as all accommodation options fill up quickly, well before the start of the semester.

    On-Campus Residence Accommodations

    On-Campus residence accommodations are provided per discretion by the school.

    Off-Campus Accommodations

    The local area has a variety of off-campus rental housing options including single homes, duplexes, apartments and rooms for rent. Students wishing to live off-campus need to research availability on their own and should arrive well before the start of term to do so.

    Homestay

    There are a wide variety of homestay options available, and our partners do their best to match students and hosts according to their interests and preferences. Homestay hosts include single people, young couples with children and pets, and older couples. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have completed a required criminal reference check.

    Location

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    166 Bedford Highway, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3M 2J6

    Insttitution Details

    founded

    1873

    School ID

    2999

    Institution type

    Public

    DLI

    O19301947442

    School Rank

    2630

    Cost and Duration

    $80 - $90 CAD

    Application fee

    4 years

    Average undergraduate program

    2 years

    Average graduate program

    $20635 CAD / Year

    Cost of Living

    $15912.08 CAD / First Year

    Gross tuition

    Top Disciplines

    Arts

    Sciences

    Business, Management and Economics

    Law, Politics, Social, Community Service and Teaching

    Others

    Program Levels