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INTRODUCTIONNipissing’s Advantages . . . . . . . . 1Additional Support and

Financial Assistance . . . . . . . . . 5Tuition and Residence Fees . . . . . . 7

STUDENT LIFE: NORTH BAY CAMPUS . . . . . . . . . 9Programs at a Glance . . . . . . . . 11

Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Dual Degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Orientation to Teaching . . . . . . 11

Graduate and Professional Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Degree Framework . . . . . . . . . . 13Undergraduate Programs . . . . . . 15Residence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

SCHULICH SCHOOL OF EDUCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Teaching and Technology . . . . . . 29Teaching Options . . . . . . . . . . . 31

STUDENT LIFE: MUSKOKA CAMPUS . . . . . . . . 33Undergraduate Programs . . . . . . 35

STUDENT LIFE: BRANTFORD CAMPUS . . . . . . . 37 Concurrent Education Program . . 37

ADMISSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Out of Province Admission

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Admissions Chart . . . . . . . . . . . 44

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Our focus is student success

Small University. Big Advantages.As a small university, Nipissing has many advantages that result in student satisfaction. Student success is directly related to quality teaching and outstanding student services. Our top-of-the-class results in national surveys indicate that small class sizes, the availability of faculty to students outside the classroom, opportunities for research, professional placements, community-based service-learning, and overall quality of education, are all Nipissing advantages that will help you realize your full potential.

• Enjoy the friendly, community feel and a safe, personalized student experience.

• Learn in small interactive classes where every student has a voice, and a name.

• Expect accessible, supportive faculty who provide one-on-one attention and are available outside classroom hours.

• Live in the best residences in Canada with a guaranteed private room.

• Celebrate your secondary school achievements with our guaranteed entrance scholarships – no application required!

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“I chose Nipissing University because I didn’t want to be just another face in the crowd. The small class sizes mean your professors get to know you by name and they have a genuine interest in your success. I couldn’t be happier with my decision. Nipissing has given me many experiences and opportunities I could only have at a small university.”

Thomas Hanna, Physical and Health Education, 2012-13 NUSU President



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Guaranteed Single Room in Residence

Residence is guaranteed to all students admitted directly from secondary school. With fully furnished suites, modern private bedrooms complete with high-speed wifi and ethernet internet access, it’s no wonder Nipissing’s residences are rated the best in the country. For full details, see page 25.

No rocket science here.

No application is required either. If you have the marks you’ll receive the scholarship. Check the next page for more information on other scholarships, awards and bursaries.

Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships

Renewable Scholarship

Must maintain a minimum of 85% on 30 credits in the fall/winter term

Annual Scholarships

Based on annual grades of 85% + on 30 credits in the fall/winter term

Based on annual grades of 80-84% on 30 credits in the fall/winter term

AdmissionAverage*

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90% + FREE TUITION** $3000 $3000 $3000 $14,379†

85% + $2250 $750 $750 $750 $4400

80-84% $1250 $500 $500 $500 $2750

* Average based on best six final 4U/4M courses ** Tuition amount depends on program. Based on taking 5 courses per term

(30 credit course load) in Fall/Winter undergraduate courses† Based on 2012-2013 tuition fees.

Source: Government of Ontario, 2011

High Employment Rates After Graduation

91.3% Employment Rate 6 months after graduation.

96.0% Employment Rate 2 years after graduation.

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Muskoka chosen one of

TOP TENVacation Spotsin the World National Geographic

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Additional Support and Financial AssistanceWe believe that a university education should be an attainable goal for all qualified students, and we are committed to helping you overcome financial obstacles.

ScholARShipS, AwARdS And BuRSARieSLast year, nearly 55% of our students received an entrance scholarship. Scholarship averages are calculated using the best six final 4U/4M marks completed as of June 30, 2013. Your final grades can make a big difference! Applicants who apply for admission to Nipissing University by May 1, 2013, will be considered automatically for entrance scholarships. Secondary school applicants from outside Ontario are also eligible for entrance scholarships; please contact the Liaison Office for information at [email protected].

You can easily apply for other entrance awards and bursaries (based on criteria other than just grades) by completing the following three application forms by May 1, 2013.

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$10,000Chancellor’s Awardswww.nipissingu.ca/chancellorsaward

• $10,000 Chancellor’s awards for two first year students

• entering full-time undergraduate studies (first entry only)

• minimum average of 85%, show evidence of personal leadership activities and financial need

• renewable at $3,000 per year

$6,000Schulich Scholarships in Science or Mathematics and Education www.nipissingu.ca/schulichscholarships

• $6,000 awarded to 100 students entering the Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts (Math or Computer Science), or Bachelor of Physical Health and Education program at Nipissing University with a focus on education (BSc with Concurrent BEd or Orientation to Teaching (OTT) or BA Math or Computer Science with Concurrent BEd or OTT or BPHE with OTT)

• Recipients must have a minimum 75% average and demonstrate contributions to the community and/or financial need.

$500-$3,000Entrance Bursaries and Awards www.nipissingu.ca/entranceawards

• values range from $500 to $3,000• entering undergraduate studies

directly from secondary school

For a complete list of scholarships, awards and bursaries or other funding options, please visit: www.nipissingu.ca/financialaid

woRk Study pRogRAmWork study programs are designed to support student financial needs, while providing career-related experience. Students who qualify have access to opportunities that are posted at the beginning of the fall semester, and may work on campus for up to 10 hours per week between September and April.

Applications and additional information may be found at www.nipissingu.ca/financialaid/nuwork

goveRnment ASSiStAnceGovernment assistance programs such as OSAP are an important source of funding, and this program is available to all eligible students attending Nipissing University. To learn more about OSAP or to apply for funding, visit http://osap.gov.on.ca

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“ Scholarships and awards give me the freedom to worry about what really matters – my school work. I can focus on getting the most out of my program without the financial concerns.”

Andrea Macedo, Mathematics ’10, Schulich Scholarship RecipientCurrently pursuing an MSc Mathematics



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Tuition and Residence Fees Maintaining a budget throughout your university years will help ensure that you achieve your goals and reduce your stress levels. When calculating your budget, remember to include the cost of textbooks and supplies, which can cost between $500 and $1000.

*This information is provided for guidance only. Fees are subject to change from year to year.

Studying in noRth BAy 2012-2013Tuition Fees for First Year Full-time Undergraduate Students

Canadian Citizens and Permanent ResidentsBBA and Computer Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6,770Concurrent Education (Year 1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,476All Other Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,379

International StudentsUndergraduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14,500

Ancillary FeesStudent Incidental Fees* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,256(Includes a City of North Bay transit pass)

Optional FeesResidence fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,465 – $6,195On-campus parking (depending on lot) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $210 – $235Locker rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25Optional meal plans are available to residence and non-residence students for $200, $750 or $1,500; or, choose a personal plan starting at a minimum of $25.

Studying in muSkokA 2012-2013Tuition Fees for First Year Full-time Undergraduate Students

Canadian Citizens and Permanent ResidentsChild and Family Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,379Culture and the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,379Liberal Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,379Concurrent Education (Year 1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,362

International StudentsUndergraduate Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14,500

Ancillary FeesStudent Incidental Fees* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $851

Optional FeesResidence fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,965 – $6,145Locker rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25

Studying in BRAntfoRd 2012-2013Tuition Fees for Full-time Undergraduate StudentsTuition fees for undergraduate courses are payable to Wilfrid Laurier University. Please visit www.wlu.ca for further information.

“ When I first visited Nipissing, I was blown away by the residence. I spent all four years of my undergraduate degree in residence; I felt safe, got involved in Residents’ Council, and created numerous connections with residence staff and students. Being a student at Nipissing was truly an experience, being in residence helped to make the transition from Brampton to North Bay easier.”

Tamrakay Plummer, Sociology ’10, BEd ’11

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Active livingWhether you like indoor or outdoor activities, Nipissing is ready for action. The newly expanded R.J. Surtees Student Athletic Centre boasts 3 gymnasiums, an international squash court, fitness centre, cardio studio and weight room. You have access to 20 km of hiking trails and a natural waterfall right on campus. The university is also close to the YMCA (with pool), several arenas, a ski and snowboarding hill, biking path, walking trails, and several public beaches ideal for swimming and canoeing. If you are looking for more organized activities, check out the intramural teams that Nipissing has to offer at www.nipissingu.ca/athletics.

lAkeRS vARSity teAmSOur student athletes bring their best game to the classroom as well as to the playing surface, and rival their peers both academically and athletically. Our varsity teams provide high performance entertainment, so come out and cheer on your Nipissing University Lakers. For more details, visit www.nipissingu.ca/athletics.• Men’s and Women’s Soccer• Men’s and Women’s Volleyball• Men’s and Women’s Cross-country Running• Men’s and Women’s Nordic Skiing• Men’s Hockey • Women’s Hockey coming Fall 2013• Men’s and Women’s Swimming

(new for Fall 2012)

Student union And cluBSYou may be interested in student government, joining an existing club, or creating your own. Getting involved is a great way to enrich your campus experience. It will make the transition to university life at Nipissing and North Bay so much more fulfilling.

Some of the current clubs on campus include:• African Canadian Culture Club• Arts and Crafts• Best Buddies• Cheerleading• Dungeons and Dragons• Habitat for Humanity• Love the Label• NU Reads• Nipissing Dance Club• Nipissing University Student Ambassadors (NUSA) • Pride on Campus• Residents’ Council• Street Team• Students on Stage• Women’s Center• Zombie Action Defense Club

Student eventS – noRth BAyEvery year, Nipissing and NUSU (Nipissing University Student Union) host a multitude of different events including, to name a few:• Frosh Week (First week of September)• Wall Pub Theme Nights (Fridays)• Frost Bite (January)• Homecoming Weekend (October)• Residence Orientation (September 1-3)• Dinner & A Show at the Wall (Wednesdays)• Concerts at the Wall (throughout the year)

Many clubs also run performances or other social events not listed here. Check out www.nipissingu.ca/nusu for more information.

SeRviceS foR StudentSStudent success is our top priority, and excellent resources are available to assist you with your goals. Access to the academic skills programs, peer tutoring,

international exchanges, job search workshops, career counselling, and individualized assistance for differently abled students is available through the Office of Student Development and Services.

city tRAnSit pASSTo make transportation a breeze, a City of North Bay transit pass is included in all full-time student incidental fees. For more detailed information visit www.cityofnorthbay.ca/cityhall/department/transit/schedules.asp

noRth BAyWhether you are interested in arts and culture, exploring the outdoors or socializing with friends at any of our local eateries, you will want to check out the City’s website to get an idea as to what there is to see and do while you are in North Bay: www.city.north-bay.on.ca

Student Life: North Bay CampusNipissing’s main campus in North Bay is located on a stunning 291 hectares of Canadian Shield forest and is only 3.5 hours north of Toronto or 4 hours west of Ottawa. With the focus on student-centred learning and living, you will feel a sense of community the moment you step on campus. Over 60 percent of our full-time students come from out of town, which means most everyone is eager to make new friends. The small class sizes and supportive environment will encourage you to find out about yourself, explore your interests, and develop new life-long friendships.

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Love to travel? International study opportunities are available to students who want to experience Nipissing’s partnerships with universities in Australia, Barbados, China, Finland, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden, United Kingdom or the United States.

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undeRgRAduAte pRogRAmSBiologyBusiness – Streams: Accounting, Economics,

Organizational Studies, Marketing, Technology Management

Classical StudiesCommerceComputer ScienceCriminal Justice EconomicsEnglish StudiesEnvironmental Biology and TechnologyEnvironmental GeographyEnvironmental Science and Physical GeographyFine ArtsGender Equality and Social JusticeGeographyHistoryLiberal ArtsLiberal ScienceMathematicsNative StudiesNursingPhilosophyPhysical and Health EducationPolitical SciencePsychologyReligions and CulturesScience and Technology – Streams: Artificial

Intelligence, Environment, General, Industrial Mathematics, Robotics or Service System Technology

Social Welfare and Social DevelopmentSociology

AdditionAl AvAilABle cRedentiAlSCertificate in Aboriginal LeadershipCertificate of BilingualismCertificate in Digital HumanitiesCertificate in Environmental ManagementCertificate in Financial ServicesCertificate in Game Design and DevelopmentCertificate in GeomaticsCertificate in Health Studies and GerontologyiLEAD Business Experience CertificateCertificate in Neuroscience

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Concurrent EducationThe Faculty of Arts and Science, and Applied and Professional Studies, in conjunction with the Schulich School of Education, offer a concurrent program leading to a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree and a Bachelor of Education degree or a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree and a Bachelor of Education degree.

Bachelor of Commerce If you would like to combine Business with an Arts or Science program, Nipissing offers students the opportunity to study both and complete a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in five years. This dual degree allows students to study a wider range of general interest and career specific subjects. For more information see the Academic Calendar at www.nipissingu.ca/dualdegrees and see the Admission Chart on page 44 for admission requirements.

oRientAtion to teAchingThinking about a career in teaching? Consider Nipissing’s Orientation to Teaching (OTT). As an OTT student you will take teaching-specific courses as part of your undergraduate degree and after graduation will be admitted to the Schulich School of Education for your Bachelor of Education degree. OTT can be combined with any Nipissing degree, with the exception of Nursing.For more about teaching options, refer to page 29.

gRAduAte And pRofeSSionAl pRogRAmSBachelor of Education Master of EducationMaster of Arts (History)Master of Environmental StudiesMaster of Environmental ScienceMaster of Science (Math)PhD in Education

Programs at a GlanceYour career options are limitless. Nipissing takes an interdisciplinary and comprehensive approach to learning. Whether you choose an existing program or customize your own degree, you have the flexibility to align your interests with your studies, which will help you to realize your professional goals.

“ I enthusiastically recommend the physical and health education program. The annual community placements, variety of sport practicals, inspirational teachers and welcoming family-like community has and will continue to enrich my academic, professional and life experiences.”

Mabel Plourde Doran, Physical and Health Education, ’12 Currently pursuing a Master of Physical Therapy at the University of Western

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degree type degrees Available

Honours Bachelor’s Degree40 courses(120 credits, 4 years)

Honours Specialization(18 courses in area of specialization plus the two-course honours level courses, and 20 additional courses)

Honours Double Major(12 courses in each of two areas of study plus 2 honours courses and 14 additional courses)

Bachelor’s Degree40 courses (120 credits, 4 years)

Specialization (18 courses in the area of specialization plus 22 additional courses)

Double Major(12 courses in each of two areas of study plus 16 additional courses)

Major(12 courses in the major area of study plus 28 additional courses)

Bachelor’s Degree (General)30 courses(90 credits, 3 years)

Major(12 courses in the major area of study plus 18 additional courses)

Double Minor (Liberal)(6 Courses in each of two areas of study plus 18 additional courses)

“ There are many opportunities for involvement at university — academic and social. The two are not mutually exclusive, and part of being a student is finding the balance that works for you. My involvement as a peer mentor, blogger, and co-creator of a reading club for youth has helped me bridge the gap between class work, career goals and personal interests. I encourage you to participate in extra-curricular activities, and to individualize your involvement so you make the most of your experience.”

Alayna Becker, Concurrent Education with English, ’12

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Shape Your FutureIt is not unusual for students to explore new academic interests or switch programs once they have seen all that the university has to offer. Within the Nipissing degree framework, you can choose specializations, majors and minors that align with your career plans to design your own academic journey and ultimate career path. Each specialization, major or minor consists of a group of courses from that area of study.

The chart below shows how courses can be combined in the three different types of degrees offered.



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Biology And enviRonmentAl Biology And technologyAs a Biology student, you will learn from professors who are active in their fields of research. As an undergraduate, you will have the opportunity to conduct original graduate-level research. Nipissing’s state-of-the-art research facilities include a central analytical facility, a fully automated greenhouse, a three acre field station, a confocal microscopy unit, animal care facilities, and a genomics/gene expression laboratory. Your hands on training in a range of biological techniques will be a great benefit when planning for careers, graduate schools or graduate scholarships.

In the Environmental Biology and Technology degree, you might focus on such areas as water quality, environmental health, and ecology.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies (Master’s and Doctoral

degrees in fields of biology and health)• Professional School (Medicine, Education, Law,

Physiotherapy, Dentistry, Optometry, etc.)• Careers in biology, research, wildlife

management, environmental management, forestry and consulting

For a more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/biology

BuSineSSPrograms in the School of Business are designed for both secondary school graduates and working professionals. You will gain the advantage of both in-depth business knowledge and broad personal experiences to help you prepare for your future career.

Our unique learning environment provides more than a degree. At Nipissing you will:

• interact with award-winning faculty • develop a sense of social and

corporate responsibilities• explore international exchanges and travel• learn by doing through internship

and research opportunities• earn credits towards professional designations

You can choose to specialize in one of the five Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) streams: Accounting, Economics, Marketing, Organizational Studies or Technology Management.

Alternatively, the Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) degree is available to students who already have post-secondary education or workplace experience. Graduates of a three-year college diploma program may qualify to complete the BComm at their college campus. For students who already hold a university degree in another area of study, we offer the BComm as a second degree. For the convenience of working professionals, this degree is also available through flexible learning, online.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law, MBA)• Careers in management, accounting,

taxation, e-commerce, government services, human resources, marketing, banking and international investment

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/business

clASSicAl StudieSThis program provides a broad understanding of Ancient Greek and Roman worlds including their history, philosophy, archaeology, art, language and literature.

In first year, you will be introduced to Ancient Literature, Latin, Religion, Military Traditions, Mythology, Philosophy, Art and Architecture, Social and Political Thought, and differing theories developed by various historians.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law)• Careers in research, library or museum

services, and archeology

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/classicalstudies

computeR ScienceIf artificial intelligence, robotics and game design are your areas of interest, then Nipissing’s Computer Science program is for you. You will gain a strong foundation in computer science theory and in its applications such as graphics, networking and distributed systems, computer security and software engineering. You can tailor your degree to be more applied or theoretical and you will be supported by faculty who are genuinely interested in providing you with the skills to make your dreams a reality.

In first year, you will take a number of courses including Digital Systems, Programming, Calculus, and Discrete Mathematics.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, MBA)• Careers as systems analysts, programmers,

software analysts, and software developers

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/computerscience

cRiminAl JuStice As a Criminal Justice student, you will complete core courses in Criminology, Law and Research Methods, along with specialized courses in one of our program streams: Policing, Corrections, Criminology, or Criminal Justice Studies. For the Policing and Corrections streams, Nipissing University works collaboratively with Canadore College so that graduates will receive both an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree and a College diploma (in Police Foundations or Community and Justice Services).

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law)• Employment as a police officer, crime analyst,

research and policy analyst, correctional officer or probation/parole officer

• Careers with the RCMP, OPP, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, Correctional Service of Canada, Canada’s armed forces, regional, municipal, military and First Nations community police services

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engliSh StudieSWhatever your goals, individual attention from your English Studies professors will help you to succeed. English Studies cultivates advanced communication skills, but the primary object of study is the text. Over the course of your degree, you will study the cultures that are expressed, imagined, defined, and, in some cases, challenged in literature from Beowulf (the Anglo-Saxon dragon-slayer) to present day texts.

The first-year course, Introduction to English Studies, provides the composition and analytical skills you will need as an English major and is taught through a combination of lecture and small group seminars. Small group discussion is core to the program at every level. During your four years, you will acquire valuable research and analytical skills through courses focusing on Literary History and Genre, Cultural and Media Studies, and Language and Rhetoric.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education,

Library Science, Law, MBA)• Careers in journalism, public service, public

relations, professional writing, or creative writing

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/english

fine ARtSNipissing’s four-year Bachelor of Fine Arts program will prepare you to become an artist, work in the field of fine arts, and become a community leader in the promotion of visual arts and culture. Through the problem-solving involved in preparing studio projects, the management skills involved in the preparation of a graduate show, and the analysis of contemporary culture that is developed through research, this program offers the essential mix between studio and academic training that provides the tools and the certification to pursue a career in fine arts.

You will study in the collaborative studio environment at Monastery Hall — one of the most picturesque locations on campus — learning from professors who are practicing artists as well as educators.

In your first year you will take fine arts courses in Art History and Art Fundamentals, and have

an option to concurrently take a second year course in Drawing, Painting or Sculpture.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education)• Careers as an established artist, curatorial

practice, museum management, communications, advertising, design, illustration, and art direction

For more information, please visit www.nipissingu.ca/finearts

gendeR equAlity And SociAl JuSticeSo, you want to change the world? Let’s start by figuring out how it works. Gender Equality and Social Justice at Nipissing is one of the most innovative programs in Canada. You will learn to think critically about who has power in the world, and why, as well as how to resist, shape, and change power for social justice. Our program is for students with interests in critical studies of popular culture; the politics of resisting inequality through the law; globalization and human rights; violent conflict and international justice; transnational organizing for social justice; histories of colonization; feminist philosophies; postmodernism; theories of justice; and the intersections of race, class, ability, sex and gender.

In first year, you will be introduced to historical and contemporary debates that underpin questions of social justice. You will learn about social movements such as civil rights, women’s rights, queer liberation and environmentalism as well as some of the controversial debates surrounding global travel, reproductive rights, pornography and identity politics.

In upper years, you can focus on one of three streams: Culture and Criticism; Power and Inequality; or Human Rights and Social Justice.

The program is highly interdisciplinary with close links to programs in Social Welfare and Social Development, Religions and Cultures, Political Science, and Philosophy; many of our courses are cross-listed in almost all the humanities and social science disciplines.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Social Work, Education, Law)

• Careers in international development and research, media communications, government, health, research and advocacy

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/gesj

geogRAphyThe field of Geography is diverse and exciting. At Nipissing you can choose between four majors: General Geography; Environmental Geography (Arts); Environmental Geography (Science); and Environmental Science and Physical Geography (ESPG). In any of our Geography honours degrees, you can also choose geography courses that earn you an additional certificate in Geomatics or Environmental Management. The Geomatics Certificate provides additional skills in computer mapping, Geographic Information System (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and Remote Sensing, all of which enhance employment opportunities.

In first year, you will study both Human and Physical Geography. If you enter the Environmental Geography (Arts or Science) or the Environmental Science and Physical Geography program, you will also have an introduction to Environmental Science that will prepare you for later courses. The Environmental Geography (Science) option can provide the foundation of a career as a geoscientist.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education)• Careers in natural resources, hydrology, urban

planning, environmental consulting, climatology, geomatics, and transportation planning

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/geography

hiStoRyThe History program at Nipissing will shed light on the past in order to help you to understand the present. Our professors have expertise in North American, European, International, and Community and Oral History. They are dedicated to teaching the research and critical skills needed to succeed.

In first year, you will begin with introductory courses in Canadian History, World History or European History. Later, you will examine history from a variety of perspectives including economic, social, intellectual, political, military and environmental points of view.

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Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law)• Careers in journalism, archival research,

museum work, politics and government

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/history

liBeRAl ARtSNipissing’s Liberal Arts program provides maximum flexibility to study a range of disciplines. It emphasizes breadth rather than specialization so you can develop a program that is based on your specific interests and goals. The majority of courses taken in this degree will be in the Humanities and Social Sciences, although you can take courses in Business and Science as well. In first year, you choose from a very wide range of disciplines.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law, MBA)• Careers in journalism, administration, public

relations, theatre arts and marketing

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/liberalarts

liBeRAl ScienceNipissing’s Liberal Science program is general in nature and will expose you to a range of scientific disciplines, and provide a broad-based understanding of science. You will study the basic concepts and approaches of modern science and consider its role in society today.

In first year, you will take introductory courses in at least two science disciplines with courses from Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.


Medicine, Optometry)• Careers in health sciences sector, library

services, and scientific journalism

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/liberalscience

mAthemAticSMathematics is one of the few subjects that can transcend disciplinary boundaries and open

up a wide array of opportunities to you as a graduate. The four-year (Honours) degree has three different streams: Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or (Non-specialized) Mathematics. Our professors are committed to the success of our students and have developed a Math Drop-in Centre for those who want to receive (or give) assistance with math problem-solving.

The first two years of our program are comprised of courses in Calculus, Linear Algebra, Discrete Mathematics and Probability and Statistics. Later, you will select from a variety of courses such as Analysis, Algebra, Differential Equations, Combinatorics & Graph Theory, Topology, Mathematical Modeling and Mathematics of Finance. As a Mathematics student you will participate in research as an undergraduate.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies in mathematics or

areas of application of mathematics• Professional School (Education, Law, MBA)• Career as a statistician, economist, data analyst,

researcher, investment fund manager

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/mathematics

nAtive StudieSThe medicine wheel provides a traditional, holistic framework for knowledge, insight and a guide to living life. It is a central template for a native worldview and is also the impetus for the unique courses offered in this program. In this program you will receive valuable learning experiences and information that will allow you to create life-enhancing and transformative opportunities for both your career and your life path.

Courses include: Introduction to Native Studies; Native Philosophy; Native Kinships with Environment; Native Creativity and the Arts; Concepts of Wellness in First Nations Communities; Native Ethnobotany; Ojibway Language I and II; and Native Spirituality and Religions.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law)• Careers in community health, environmental

management, fine arts, politics, social services, advocacy, and opportunities within corporate, nonprofit and government sectors

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/nativestudies

nuRSingNipissing’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree is offered in collaboration with our campus neighbour, Canadore College, and is designed to equip you with critical thinking and clinical skills grounded in theory and evidenced-based practice. You will gain the professional abilities and capacity for lifelong learning necessary to meet the growing needs of health care.

In first year, the broad-based curriculum covers physical, emotional, social, spiritual and cultural aspects of health. From the very beginning, you will study nursing by participating in our unique job shadowing experience. You will work side-by-side with nurses in practice and in our state-of-the-art simulation lab, and will have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills in simulated patient case scenarios. You can explore inter-professional education and practice inter-professional care. Opportunities exist to consider an international nursing placement.

The BScN degree is also available to graduates of a college Registered Practical Nursing Diploma Program (RPN) on a part-time basis through a Blended Learning Model (online and face-to-face modalities). For students who already hold a university degree in any area of study, and are interested in a BScN degree, we also offer a unique second degree BScN Scholar Practitioner Program (SPP).

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Careers in healthcare settings: Emergency Room

Nurse, Home Health Agencies, Hospitals, Long Term Care Facilities, Managed Care Centres, Nursing Homes, Nurse/Midwife, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Administrator, Nursing Specialties, Operating Room Nurse, Pediatric Nurse, Psychiatric Nurse, Public Health Agencies, School Nurse

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/nursing

philoSophyAs a Philosophy student you will have lively debates and discussions around age-old questions. What is knowledge? What is real? What is right and wrong? Why do we consider something beautiful or ugly? You will examine how these questions relate to life today including application of philosophical analysis to areas such as film, gender issues and existentialism.

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The study of philosophy will help you learn to think clearly, logically and in abstract terms, and will assist in developing sound research and analysis methods.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law)• Careers in journalism, administration,

government, and social work

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/philosophy

phySicAl And heAlth educAtionYou will learn how physical activity contributes to the physical, mental and social well-being of individuals and populations. You will investigate the relationship between human performance, disease prevention and health promotion.

In first year you will study such areas as: Introduction to Physical Education, Motor Development, Health Concepts, Leadership, and Socio-Cultural Dimensions of Physical Activity. Through the practical physical education component in each year of the program, you will participate in a variety of and physical activities and sports in the gymnasium, on the field, or in nearby community facilities. Later, a unique community leadership placement allows you to become a physical activity leader in the community.

Upper-year courses will include: Human Anatomy and Physiology, Motor Learning and Control, Adapted Physical Activity Nutrition, Psychology of Physical Activity, Health, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Coaching, Injury Prevention and Care, Exercise Management for Persons with Chronic Diseases, Fitness Assessment and Prescription, Health and Exercise Psychology and Contemporary Health Issues.

If you are interested in becoming a Physical Education teacher, you can apply to Orientation to Teaching (OTT), which holds a place for you in the one year BEd program after you complete the degree in Physical and Health Education.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies (Physical Education,

Kinesiology, Human Kinetics)• Professional School (Education, Medicine,

Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy)

• Careers in fitness assessment and promotion, kinesiology, research, sports management, and coaching

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/bphe

politicAl ScienceAs a Political Science student you will examine Canadian politics and local government, great political questions and the foundations of international relations and foreign policy. You will explore the organization of various political institutions and the relationship to political and moral philosophy, political economy, foreign policy, history and other disciplines concerned with the social sciences.

Your studies will include a range of economic, sociological, psychological and historical modes of analysis.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law)• Careers as government advisors, policy

makers, politicians, journalists

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/politicalscience

pSychology Psychology covers a wide range of topics related to human behaviour, and course topics include: Early- and Late-Childhood or Adult Development; Cognitive Psychology; the Psychology of Work; Social Psychology; and Sports or Health Psychology. Clinical areas of study include: Psychopathology; Counselling; Tests and Measurement; or Childhood Disorders. Your studies can range from animal behaviour, where you’ll explore whether there are laws of behavior that apply to all organisms to studies of social decision-making or humour appreciation and the brain’s role in these evaluations. You may choose to focus on theories about how humans behave and think.

At Nipissing you can earn either a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Psychology. Your professors have research expertise in areas that include aging and cognition, the psychology of art, work stress, autism, violence and victimization, psychological measurement, environmental psychology, and behavioural or cognitive neuroscience. You can conduct independent research as an undergraduate, work

in active research labs and participate in courses that have a service-learning component.

In first year you will take an introductory Psychology course that includes both lecture and laboratory sections, as well as elective courses. If you are in the BSc stream you may choose Biology, Calculus, Chemistry or Physics. You will be able to design and analyze research studies, and you may also choose courses that enable you to obtain a Certificate in Neuroscience alongside your BSc Psychology degree, or complete an honours research thesis. As a senior student you may be selected as a Teaching Assistant, helping other undergraduates to learn in the laboratory setting. These hands-on experiences will give you a significant advantage if you plan to pursue graduate studies.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, MBA, Medicine

(with choice of appropriate science electives)• Careers as counsellors, personnel administrators,

recruitment coordinators, research analysts

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/psychology

ReligionS And cultuReS The program in Religions and Cultures at Nipissing invites students to ask and learn about the same questions that have occupied the greatest religious, spiritual and philosophical thinkers across the globe. “What is the meaning of life?” “Does God exist?” “How did religion develop?” “Why do we die? “What is love?” “Where does evil come from?” If you have wondered about some of these questions, you will find a course in Religions and Cultures where we are asking them as well as engaging in dialogue about the different possible answers.

In first year, we will introduce you to the world’s major religious traditions and develop your knowledge in the academic study of religion. In upper-year courses, professors will raise your awareness about gender and the Bible; examine the role of religion in society; deepen your understanding of religion’s contributions to peace and violence; get you thinking about the environment, and inspire your imagination with sacred cinema and literature, to name only a few of the subjects you can pursue.

Our teaching strengths cross disciplines: we specialize in the study of women and religion, and we are developing our program in the field

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of health, healing and religion. We are now offering team-taught discussion courses in religion and politics as well as the Bible, literature and culture. Our dynamic department will challenge you with an exciting program of study!

Career and Academic Options • Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law)• Careers in civil service, politics, journalism,

and for non-government organizations, development, and multi-cultural organizations

For more information please visit: www.nipissingu.ca/religionsandcultures

Science And technologyThe new Bachelor of Science in Science and Technology major prepares you to be a highly skilled individual with a strong background in Computer Science, Mathematics and other sciences. You will complete a core group of courses in Mathematics and Computer Science together with science courses during the first two years of the program. Core courses will include Calculus, Linear Algebra, Discrete Mathematics, Probability and Statistics, Programming in C++, Engineering Graphics. In addition to Computer Science and Mathematics, the program provides ample flexibility and is designed to allow you to direct your studies and earn, for example, a double major or add a minor from subjects such as Business, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, etc.

When you finish the core courses, you will choose to pursue either the General Stream or to specialize in one of the following: Artificial Intelligence; Robotics; Service Systems Technology; Industrial Mathematics; or Environment. You will also complete a practicum in an industry or a business in your field. At the senior level you will have the opportunity to take courses in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Graphics, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Geometry,

Game Design and Development, Operations Research, Systems Control, Human Computer Interaction, Service Systems Computing, Software Engineering, Computer Graphics and Numerical Methods. If you are interested in the Environment stream, you will take courses such as Spatial Analysis Using GIS, Remote Sensing of the Environment, Watershed Modeling, and Water Resource Management. If you are interested in Service Systems Technology, you will also take two courses in Marketing to complement your degree.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, MBA)• Careers as analysts, network specialists,

statisticians, administrators, technologists, and within environmental, computer, mechanical, geological and biomedical disciplines

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/scienceandtechnology

SociAl welfARe And SociAl developmentAs a Social Welfare and Social Development student, you will explore issues of social justice in such areas as poverty, women’s rights, health care, unemployment and Aboriginal rights. In the first year, you will examine the social, economic and political context of social development and social well-being from a global perspective, with an emphasis on inequality and the groups that have been underrepresented in the distribution of resources, opportunities, and power.

The interdisciplinary approach to this program provides a tremendous balance of theoretical study and practical experience, and in upper-years you will have access to a wide variety of courses, including some that are focused on community service-learning.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies

• Professional School (Education, Law, MBA, Social Work)

• Careers with human service agencies, government, advocacy groups and self-help groups

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/socialwelfare

SociologyAs a Sociology student, you will examine how social structures and institutions such as class, family, community, and power influence society. You will investigate classical and contemporary social theories and will explore how problems such as crime and abuse affect society. You will gain a thorough understanding of research methods and techniques and will hone your ability to design experiments and studies, and analyze statistical data. You also have the opportunity to complete a Certificate in Health Studies and Gerontology alongside your degree and carry out Honours Thesis research. This special experience will provide you with a distinct advantage upon graduation.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law, MBA, MPA)• Careers in government, healthcare,

corrections, policing, and research

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/sociology

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“ I came to Nipissing because I immediately felt at home the moment I walked onto campus. The idea of being in small classes and knowing my professors was a comfort because I was moving so far from home. My relationships with professors, staff, and friends have been fundamental to my personal development and I have every expectation that they’ll remain life-long.”

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A Room of Your OwnThere is a genuine sense of belonging that naturally develops in residence. You will be provided the opportunity for many great experiences with the added comfort of a private room of your own. Residence life is about meeting new people and exploring new ideas. It’s about studying, socializing, living independently, meeting new friends, and making your own choices.

guARAnteed Single RoomS in ReSidenceIf you are a current secondary school student who receives full-time admission by May 29, 2013, and you meet the residence application and deposit deadline of June 3, 2013, you are guaranteed a single room in residence that comes equipped with local telephone and cable television service in all bedrooms and the living room, and is set up for both wireless and wired high-speed internet access. Students in residence have access to laundry rooms, common areas and lounges. All residences are smoke-free environments.

Suite-Style ReSidenceSThere are three suite-styled residences: Founders House and Chancellors House, located on the lower campus, and Governor’s House on the main campus. Lower campus is a short walk or a three-minute bus ride to your classes. Each fully-furnished suite accommodates four students and features four single bedrooms, a kitchen with fridge and stove, a living room and two full bathrooms.

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townhouSe Style ReSidenceS The townhouses are located on the main campus and accommodate six students to a house. Built on two levels, the fully-furnished townhouse has a kitchen with a fridge and stove, a living room, three bedrooms and a half-bathroom on the main floor. The upper level contains three bedrooms and a full bathroom.

life in ReSidence The residence staff, in conjunction with Residents’ Councils, organize a variety of fun events and activities to suit all interests such as potluck suppers, skating parties, fitness classes, the winter carnival, athletic events, movie nights and coffee houses.

living And leARning optionIf you are interested, indicate on your residence application form that you would like to live in one of our four Living Learning Communities (LLC). These communities offer specialized programming and events in four categories that compliment the educational experience and provide opportunities to become involved in an array of residence, campus and local community activities. Benefits include: providing a mutual support network; having a smoother first-year transition into the university experience; occasion to participate in events of specific personal interest or academic discipline; and membership in a like-minded community that shares common goals. For full details, visit www.nipissingu.ca/residence.

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Welcome to the Schulich School of educationOur history of offering education programs extends well over 100 years and Nipissing is known in Canada as a leader in teacher education and for being one of the first to integrate technology into the learning environment.

The Faculty of Education, renamed The Schulich School of Education in 2010 — the only named school of education in Canada — continues its reputation for providing a rigorous teacher education program, which is demanding of the student teacher and provides outstanding teachers for Ontario schools.

The mission of the Schulich School of Education is to promote the professional growth of teachers through pre-service, in-service and graduate programs, and to provide educational leadership and support through consultation and research. The depth and breadth of this degree provides an extensive skill set that also easily extends to education-related careers outside of the traditional teaching environment.

Our graduates have been sought out by non-governmental organizations, businesses that engage in co-operative learning and teambuilding, consulting companies that value organizational skills and the ability to work with diverse groups of people, and advertising agencies who require expertise in youth culture for focus groups and marketing. If you’re interested in our teaching programs, you have a few options to choose from.

option oneNipissing’s Orientation to Teaching (OTT) and the one-year consecutive Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree.

You will take teaching-specific courses throughout your undergraduate degree and you’ll be guaranteed a place in the one year BEd program after graduation*. OTT is not applicable to Nursing.

option twoConcurrent Education

Each year of your undergraduate degree studies (majors in Computer Science, English, Geography, History, Math or Psychology) includes Education courses. You graduate in five years with both a BA (Honours) or BSc (Honours) degree and a BEd degree.

option thReeThe one-year consecutive BEd degree upon completion of an undergraduate degree.

You can apply to the Schulich School of Education after you achieve your undergraduate degree from Nipissing University, or another recognized university.

Both Consecutive and Concurrent Education students will have the opportunity to complete an international teaching practicum in countries such as Kenya, Ecuador or Italy.

teAching And technologyNipissing is a leader in integrating technology into the learning environment and offers the iTeach Laptop Learning program – the first in Canada – to fully integrate mobile educational technology into the Bachelor of Education Program. It involves the use of laptop computers by all students and faculty during course work and practicum experiences and develops expertise in the use of technology that enhances the delivery of effective teaching strategies.

Applied research on the use of emerging technologies in the classroom, such as iPads, social media and smartphones, has been undertaken to enhance multiple literacies (reading, math, health, technology, art, science, etc.), to better engage reluctant readers, and to better prepare our students for classroom careers.

You will benefit from added information technology skills that employers are seeking and will become a leader in education technology. Depending on the route you have chosen, during the last two years of Concurrent Education or in the one year Bachelor of Education program, you will be required to purchase one of several Apple laptop models that best meets your needs and budget. You will also lease an external hard drive, which will contain important Ministry of Education provincially licensed software for your use as teacher candidate.

* Guarantee applicable to students who graduate with a minimum 75% cumulative average on their best ten full course equivalents. This guarantee is offered for the year following graduation only.

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“ Nipissing’s Schulich School of Education is known for its excellence in teacher training in Ontario and around the world. I was also able to gain teaching experience beginning in my first year of study, which is unique to the Nipissing program.”

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* Guarantee applicable to students who graduate with a minimum 75% cumulative average on their best ten full course equivalents. This guarantee is offered for the year following graduation only.

BA = Bachelor of ArtsBSc = Bachelor of Science

BEd = Bachelor of EducationP/J = Primary/Junior

J/I = Junior/IntermediateI/S = Intermediate/Senior

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You will take a selection of teaching-specific courses within your undergraduate degree and you’ll be guaranteed a place in the one-year BEd program after graduation*.

You will take education courses throughout your undergraduate degree and graduate with a BA (Honours) degree in English, Geography, History, Mathematics or Psychology, or a BSc (Honours) degree in Computer Science or Mathematics partnered with a BEd degree.

You can apply to the Schulich School of Education after you achieve either an undergraduate degree from Nipissing University, or another university.

You will take education courses throughout your undergraduate Contemporary Studies degree and graduate with a BA (Honours) degree from Wilfrid Laurier and BEd degree from Nipissing University.

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Enrol in one of three divisions in the program: P/J – (J/K to Grade 6) J/I – (Grades 4 to 10) I/S – (Grades 7 to 12)

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Teaching OptionsFor a complete comparison of all of these options please visit www.nipissingu.ca/future-students. All routes meet the requirements of the Ontario College of Teachers for the Certificate of Qualification.

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Student Life: muskoka CampusOur beautiful and modern campus in Bracebridge is located in Jubilee Park within close walking distance to all amenities and main street stores and restaurants. This safe and friendly campus is a convenient two hour drive from Toronto, North Bay, Sudbury and Grey-Bruce and within an hour of Barrie, Orillia and the Parry Sound area. Classes at the Muskoka campus are taught in small personalized settings and it’s because of this that the success and satisfaction of our students is so high. The time you spend finding out about yourself and exploring new interests will be an unforgettable journey made within an unparalleled sense of community.

Active livingOur Muskoka campus has partnerships within the town of Bracebridge to provide fitness opportunities within the community. Students can take advantage of these indoor activities or enjoy the local trails and discover all the beauty Bracebridge has to offer.

Student union And cluBSGetting involved is a great way to enrich your campus experience. As a student at the Muskoka Campus, you will be a member of the Nipissing University Student Union (NUSU). Membership provides you with access to health care benefits, a locally elected union representative and a variety of social and recreational opportunities. You will enjoy events like Frosh Week led by NUSU, or other activities with the Nipissing University Student Ambassadors (NUSA) club. Join an existing club or start one of your own. More information about NUSU can be found at www.nipissingu.ca/nusu.

SeRviceS foR StudentSEnsuring student success is our primary goal. Excellent resources are available to assist you with your studies, and provide access to support including academic skills programs, peer tutoring, job search workshops, career counselling, library services, and individualized assistance for differently abled students. Visit www.nipissingu.ca/studentservices for more information.

muSkokAThere is no question that the scenery around Muskoka is breathtaking. You will find lots to do, whether you are interested in culinary delights, arts and culture, or simply exploring the outdoors. Check out the Town of Bracebridge website to get an idea of what there is to see and do while you are in town at: http://theheartofmuskoka.com

pRogRAmSOur Muskoka campus offers you the opportunity to study full- or part-time towards a Bachelor of Arts degree in three different majors: Arts and Culture; Child and Family Studies, or Liberal Arts. Applicants to Nipissing University who have studied at an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology may qualify for admission with advanced standing if they meet the minimum admissions requirements. The Muskoka Campus offers a unique opportunity to complete the only Concurrent Education program in the province exclusive to Early Childhood Education graduates. The Bachelor of Arts in Child and Family Studies/Bachelor of Education, Primary/Junior program will be a particular advantage for those seeking positions in full day Junior Kindergarten in Ontario.

cuStomize youR degReeMany students want to explore new academic interests or switch programs once they’ve seen all that the university has to offer. Nipissing has introduced a new flexible degree framework that allows you to mix and match specializations, majors and minors. You can combine subjects from different departments to suit your interests and career goals. You are able to design your own academic journey and ultimate

career path. Each specialization, major or minor consists of a group of courses from that area of study.

ReSidence And off-cAmpuS houSing Live in our new, state-of-the-art student residence. You will reside in a tightly knit community that will assist you in making the transition to university life. Residence is an ideal forum for meeting new people, making friends, investigating new ideas, socializing, studying and exploring your independence. Nipissing is excited to welcome students to the newest addition to our residence community. Located directly beside the main academic building, the Muskoka Residence complex is a suite-style residence with both two bedroom and four bedroom suites. Each fully-furnished suite features private bedrooms, a kitchen with fridge, freezer and stove, a living room and a full bathroom for every two students. If you are a current high school student who receives full-time admission by May 29, 2013, and you meet the residence application and deposit deadline of June 3, 2013, you are guaranteed a single room in residence.

Students will always be connected with local telephone and cable television service in all bedrooms and the living room, and both wireless and wired high-speed internet access. Students in residence have access to coin-operated laundry rooms, common areas and lounges. All residences are smoke-free environments.

Interested landlords also list off-campus housing opportunities for students on our Nipissing web site. These range from individual apartments, shared houses, or room and board opportunities.

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ARtS And cultuReNipissing’s Arts and Culture program takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of thought ideas, culture, and society and examines the role of the arts and culture in our modern world. You will have the opportunity to hone your skills in artistic expression while broadening your understanding of the social, political and cultural conditions in which ideas and artistic expression take shape.

Students who are passionate about artistic, cultural and heritage careers will want to major in Arts and Cultural Management. This major seeks to provide fundamental management skills and an overview of the business of creative and cultural industries and will appeal to those who want to prepare themselves for entrepreneurial or administrative careers in these facets of the creative economy.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law)• Careers in journalism, research, creative

cultural industry, art gallery ownership, festival coordination or museum or heritage curating

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/muskoka

child And fAmily StudieSThe Child and Family Studies major is an interdisciplinary degree program. You will take courses from Child and Family Studies, Psychology, Social Welfare, and Sociology, and will focus on themes and issues such as psychological development, the increasing variation in family structure, the changing roles of men and women, the status of children, children’s rights, the role and status of caregiving in society, and violence in the family. Offered exclusively at the Muskoka Campus, the two thematic areas of study are: Human

Development and Learning; and Child and Family Well-Being: Issues, Services, and Social Justice.


Law, Social Welfare)• Careers in areas such as child welfare,

social services, counselling, community advocacy, and community mental health

For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/muskoka

liBeRAl ARtSThe Liberal Arts program gives you maximum flexibility to study a range of disciplines. It emphasizes breadth rather than specialization and you can develop a program that is based on your particular interests and goals. The majority of courses taken in this degree will be in the Humanities and Social Sciences, although you are able to take courses in Business and Sciences as well. In first year, you can choose from a very wide range of disciplines.

Career and Academic Options• Graduate Studies• Professional School (Education, Law)• Careers in journalism, administration, public

relations, theatre arts and marketingFor more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/liberalarts

oRientAtion to teAching (ott) If your ultimate goal is to become a teacher, consider the Orientation to Teaching (OTT) opportunity, which is applicable to all Nipissing University degrees, with the exception of Nursing. OTT is a unique opportunity offered only at Nipissing, which consists of a set of courses and a non-credit practical experience,

that when taken as part of an undergraduate degree, provides preparation for the Bachelor of Education Program. OTT allows Nipissing University students to assess their suitability for Education before their undergraduate degree is completed. Students who complete a Nipissing degree with OTT and graduate with a minimum overall average of 75% on their best 10 full course equivalents are guaranteed a spot in the one year Bachelor of Education program for the September immediately following the completion of their degree.

concuRRent BA/Bed foR ece gRAduAteS onlyECE graduates will be thrilled to learn about the Nipissing program that offers a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Family Studies concurrently with a Bachelor of Education – Primary/Junior. For more information please visit www.nipissingu.ca/education/concurrentbed.asp

In addition to Arts and Culture, Child and Family Studies, and the Liberal Arts programs, the Muskoka Campus also provides first year courses for a limited number of other Bachelor of Arts majors.

Please refer to the introduction section of this student guide for costs, scholarships, bursaries and awards information, and the admissions section for general admission guidelines.

Program Descriptions

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“ Concurrent Education has allowed me to put the theory I have learned in the classroom into practice over the course of my degree. I have grown confident in my building skills and this has built my confidence. I know I will be a successful teacher.”

Adam Azzarello, ECE/Concurrent Education, Child and Family Studies Muskoka NUSU representative

Student Life: Brantford CampusIf you want a career in the field of education and you would like to study in southwestern Ontario, consider the joint Laurier-Nipissing Concurrent Education program in Brantford. The Nipissing education component provides an extensive skill set that will prepare you for teaching. Education extends to careers outside of the traditional classroom environment where organizational skill, working with diverse groups of people, and embracing co-operative learning and teambuilding are valued. The Nipissing education buildings have been upgraded with the latest technological advances to meet your academic needs. As a student in the Concurrent Education Program, you will have the unique opportunity to participate in student life activities at two institutions. Both have dynamic academic and social activities for students. University life encompasses much more than just studying. Get involved in extracurricular activities and challenge yourself to explore new opportunities and become an active member of the campus communities.

Active livingStudents have a great deal to look forward to within the athletics and recreation department at Laurier Brantford. Whether you are interested in incorporating regular fitness into your personal lifestyle or you are planning to become involved in campus intramurals, the athletics and recreation opportunities on campus provide something for everyone. For further details, visit www.lbstudentaffairs.ca/athletics

Student union And cluBSLaurier Brantford and Nipissing offer a unique opportunity for personal, academic, and professional development within a growing campus community. University is a chance for you to develop a well-rounded lifestyle, challenging you to find balance between academics, social development, recreation, friends, and family. Getting involved with the Students’ Union, clubs and initiatives is a great way to enrich your campus experience.

SeRviceS foR StudentSSupport services for students are offered by Nipissing and Laurier. Nipissing University offers support through an Academic Advisor and the Practicum Office. The Student Services department at Laurier is also a valuable resource in helping you succeed. You will want to become familiar with the variety of people and services available to you such as Accessible Learning, Career Services, Counselling Services,

Aboriginal Services, Writing and Study Skills and Health Services. Information about all the services can be found online at www.lbstudentaffairs.ca

BRAntfoRdThe Brantford community has much to offer. Museums, cultural attractions, scenic trails, recreational facilities, dining and entertainment options are of high quality and welcome students. For more information and to see all that awaits you, check out the City of Brantford at www.visitbrantford.ca

concuRRent educAtion pRogRAmSNipissing University in partnership with Wilfrid Laurier University offers a joint Concurrent Honours BA/BEd program. Upon graduation from this five-year program you will earn a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Contemporary Studies from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University. All required courses are offered in Brantford. Students apply to either the Primary/Junior (JK-6) or Junior/Intermediate (Grades 4 -10) division, and complete placements in Public or Catholic schools in various surrounding boards in years one to three and in fifth year, can request a placement in any Ontario school board. Students will also complete an alternative placement and have the opportunity to complete an international placement in countries such as Italy and Kenya. Students wishing to apply to the

Laurier-Nipissing Concurrent Education program will find it listed under Wilfrid Laurier University with the Ontario Universities Application Centre www.ouac.on.ca

ReSidence expeRienceResidential services for students in the Laurier-Nipissing Concurrent Education Program are provided by Wilfrid Laurier University. Residence at Laurier Brantford is guaranteed for students entering first-year studies at Laurier for the first time, who submit their application and $400 deposit to Residential Services by the specified deadline. You will enjoy living in the comfort of the apartment-style suites, which include full kitchens and furnished common areas. High-speed wireless internet service and cable television is also included in all residence buildings. Using a residence community-based Student Leadership model, the aim is to provide all students living in residence with the opportunity to grow, learn, work and live with others in their residence environment. There is also an opportunity for students to live in a residence Learning Community, comprised exclusively of Concurrent Education students. To learn more, visit www.lbstudentaffairs.ca/residence

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Admission to NipissingBe fully prepared to maximize your potential by making note of the following helpful information about the application process. Look for details such as how to apply, application deadlines and course prerequisites.

Applying to Study full-timeSecondary School Students Ontario secondary school students apply through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) 101 application process. Visit www.ouac.on.ca.

Students attending Canadian secondary schools outside Ontario apply through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) 105D application process. Visit www.ouac.on.ca.

Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents not Presently Attending Secondary School Students apply through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) 105D application process. Visit www.ouac.on.ca.

International ApplicantsInternational applicants apply through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) 105F application process. Visit www.ouac.on.ca.

Applying to Study pARt-timeApplicants to part-time university study or those applying for a January (winter semester start) apply directly to Nipissing University using the Nipissing part-time application form found at: www.nipissingu.ca/registrarforms or contact the Liaison Office at: [email protected] to request a copy.

Canadian Secondary School Applicants Applying to your program of interest at Nipissing is simple – there are no hidden formulas. A minimum average of 75% is required for consideration for admission to the Concurrent Education, Criminal Justice and Orientation to Teaching programs. A minimum average of 70% is required for consideration for admission to all other programs. Averages for all programs are based on the best six final 4U/4M

or equivalent courses including all required courses. Please refer to the admissions chart on page 44 for specific course requirements. Refer to the chart on page 42 for general admission requirements for all Canadian provinces and territories. The chart also outlines each provincial/territorial high school course that Nipissing University will accept as equivalent to the specific Ontario program prerequisites.

International BaccalaureateApplicants who have successfully completed the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma with at least six subjects, including three at the higher level, with a minimum final grade total of 24, will be considered for admission. Advanced standing, to a maximum of 18 credits, may be granted for courses completed at the higher level with a grade of 5 or higher.

Advanced PlacementApplicants who have completed Advanced Placement (AP) courses are encouraged to submit their examination results. Official AP score reports must be sent directly to Nipissing University. Advanced standing will be granted for most AP courses completed with a grade of 4 or higher, to a maximum of 18 credits.

inteRnAtionAl ApplicAntSApplicants will be expected to show proof of English proficiency and must have completed courses in certain academic disciplines depending upon the degree program applied to. For guidance, please refer to the admissions chart at the back of the book.

International applicants do not typically qualify for transfer credit for previously completed post-secondary courses at non-Canadian institutions. Part-time university study is not available to international students. International secondary school applicants are eligible for Nipissing’s Entrance Scholarships starting at $1,250 for “A” average students.

Applicants from the United StatesApplicants graduating with a “B” average from Grade 12 at an accredited secondary school and presenting high scores in SAT Reasoning or ACT examinations (minimum score of 24) including the Writing Test component and at least two SAT Subject Tests or AP/IB subjects appropriate to their proposed area of study are normally eligible for admission. Scores below 500 in any part of the SAT Reasoning or SAT Subject Tests are not acceptable. Please refer to the admissions chart at the back of the book for specific subject requirements. Nipissing’s SAT code is 4149 and ACT code is 5167. Other applicants from the U.S. must have completed a minimum of 30 semester credits (45 quarter credits) at an accredited post-secondary institution (U.S. applicants who have completed more than 30 semester credits at an accredited post-secondary institution will be assessed on an individual basis for transfer credit/advanced standing).

Applicants from Great Britain and Other Countries with GCE EquivalentsApplicants must present the General Certificate of Education (GCE) with satisfactory standing in at least five academic subjects, two of which must be at the advanced level or satisfactory standing in at least four academic subjects, three of which must be at the advanced level. Two Advanced Supplementary/Advanced Subsidiary (AS) subjects are considered equal to one Advanced Level subject for admissions purposes.

Other International ApplicantsApplicants possessing the requirements necessary for admission to a recognized university in their home country will normally be eligible for admissions consideration. For country specific admission requirements visit: www.nipissingu.ca/internationaladmissions.

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Proof of Proficiency in EnglishAll student visa applicants from areas where the language of instruction is not English are required to supply proof of proficiency in English.

International applicants studying in Canada on a student visa authorization, who have attended an Ontario secondary school, or a Nipissing University approved school, full-time for at least the past three years, are exempt. Permanent resident applicants whose first language is not English may also be required to provide proof of proficiency in English. Permanent resident applicants who have lived at least three years in Canada, or in a predominantly English-speaking country, are exempt.

Acceptable proof of English proficiency is the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 550 PBT, or 80 iBT (minimum 20 in each section); the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) with a minimum score of 90; the Canadian Assessment of English Language (CAEL) with a minimum score of 60; the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall band score of 6.0 (with no band less than 6); or the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) with a minimum overall score of 55 and a minimum score of 55 in writing. Applicants should note the Nipissing University TOEFL code is #3614.

ApplicAntS with poSt-SecondARy StudieSApplicants who have attended a college or university may be eligible for admission consideration may receive transfer credit for completed studies. Official transcripts from all institutions attended are required for admission. Prerequisite subjects must be met for specific programs as outlined in the Admission Chart.

University ApplicantsApplicants in good standing at recognized universities may apply to Nipissing University. Transfer credit is usually awarded for university courses previously completed (at an accredited university) with “C” grades or higher.

Depending on the program applied to, transfer credit is not normally granted for practical or clinical courses taken in specific areas such as Engineering, Physical and Health Education, Dance, etc. Students enrolled at other universities may apply to take Nipissing University courses for transfer credit to their home university via a Letter of Permission. Letter of Permission applicants apply directly to Nipissing University.

College ApplicantsApplicants from Colleges who have completed a recognized diploma program with a minimum 70% overall average are normally eligible for admission consideration. Some programs are restricted to applicants with higher averages. Applicants who have not completed a diploma program must present a minimum of one full year of a recognized college diploma program or completion of a certificate program with an overall 70% average in order to be considered.

Mature StudentsApplicants who are not admissible to Nipissing University based on previous academic results may be considered for admission on probation. Full academic disclosure is required and official transcripts must be submitted. Mature students who qualify for admission will be considered for admission full-time on probation with a reduced course load to a maximum of 24 credits. Mature student applicants must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent

Resident, must be 20 years of age or older by the end of the semester in which they wish to enrol, and must have been away from formal academic education for at least the previous two years.

Mature student applicants to Bachelor of Science degrees or Bachelor of Arts degrees in Computer Science, Economics or Mathematics, must present the 4U or equivalent program specific prerequisites as listed in the Admission Chart in the Academic Calendar.

Mature student applicants to limited enrolment programs (Concurrent Education, Nursing and Physical and Health Education) are not able to apply for direct entry admission consideration to these programs. Mature student applicants interested in these programs may be admitted to another program and apply for transfer consideration for the following year. For transfer consideration applicants will need to present the 4U or equivalent program specific prerequisites as listed in the Admission Chart in the Academic Calendar.

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“ I came to Nipissing because I have a life-long dream to be a teacher. I recently graduated with my BEd from the Schulich School of Education. My goal is to teach Art and English at the high school level, and three summers ago, I created an art program with the high school kids from my First Nations Community of Eagle Village. The turnout was great. I’m also a volunteer at L’Envol Adult Education in Temiscaming, QC.”

Jill Lariviere-Moore, Tembec Aboriginal Scholarship Recipient, Fine Arts ’10, BEd ’11

ontario Alberta/nwt/ nunavut British columbia/ yukon manitoba new Brunswick

General Requirements

Secondary School Diploma with five Grade 12 courses numbered 30 or 31 including program specific prerequisites.

Secondary School Diploma with four academic level Grade 12 courses (courses with % grades not letter grades) including program specific prerequisites. Provincial exams are not required.

Secondary School Diploma with five 40 level courses including program specific prerequisites.

Secondary School Diploma with five academic Grade 12 courses number 121 or 122 (courses numbered 120 may be considered) including program specific prerequisites.

English 4U English 30 or ELA 30-1

English 12 or English 12: First Peoples English 40S English 121 or 122

Biology 4U Biology 30 Biology 12 Biology 40S Biology 121 or 122

Chemistry 4U Chemistry 30 Chemistry 12 Chemistry 40S Chemistry 121 or 122

Physics 4U Physics 30 Physics 12 Physics 40S Physics 121 or 122

Calculus and Vectors 4U Math 31 Calculus 12 Pre-Calculus 40S Advanced Math with an Introduction to Calculus 120

If Advanced Functions 4U or 4U Mathematics is required

Pure Math 30 Principles of Math 12

Applied Math 40S Trigonometry & 3-Space 121/122

Exercise Science 4U N/A N/A N/A N/A

out of pRovince AdmiSSion RequiRementS

This table shows the high school courses for all provinces and territories that are equivalent to the admission requirements for Ontario students that can be found on the next page of this guide or at www.nipissingu.ca/registrar/secondaryadmissions

* Applicants from Quebec who have completed more than one year of CEGEP (more than 12 courses) will be considered for admission with advanced standing. Applicants who have completed the DEC program at a CEGEP with a cumulative average of “B” or better will be considered for admission with advanced standing to a maximum of 30 credits. Prerequisite subjects will apply.

ontario Alberta/nwt/ nunavut British columbia/ yukon manitoba new Brunswick

General Requirements


Secondary School Diploma with four academic level Grade 12 courses (courses with % grades not letter grades) including program specific prerequisites. Provincial exams are not required.

Secondary School Diploma with five 40 level courses including program specific prerequisites.

Secondary School Diploma with five academic Grade 12 courses number 121 or 122 (courses numbered 120 may be considered) including program specific prerequisites.

English 4U English 30 or ELA 30-1

English 12 or English 12: First Peoples English 40S English 121 or 122

Biology 4U Biology 30 Biology 12 Biology 40S Biology 121 or 122

Chemistry 4U Chemistry 30 Chemistry 12 Chemistry 40S Chemistry 121 or 122

Physics 4U Physics 30 Physics 12 Physics 40S Physics 121 or 122

Calculus and Vectors 4U Math 31 Calculus 12 Pre-Calculus 40S Advanced Math with an Introduction to Calculus 120

If Advanced Functions 4U or 4U Mathematics is required

Pure Math 30 Principles of Math 12

Applied Math 40S Trigonometry & 3-Space 121/122

Exercise Science 4U N/A N/A N/A N/A

newfoundland nova Scotia prince edward island quebec (cegep)*

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Secondary School Diploma with six two-credit courses at level 3000 including program specific prerequisites.

Secondary School Diploma with five academic or advanced Grade 12 courses including program specific prerequisites.


One year of CEGEP completed with a minimum of 12 academic subjects including program specific prerequisites.

Secondary School Diploma with six academic Grade 12 courses including program specific prerequisites.

Secondary School Diploma with five academic Grade 12 courses at the 30 level including program specific prerequisites.

English 3201 English 12 or English 12: African Heritage

English 621A 2 semester courses in English (603 series)

Grade 12 English English A30 and B30

Biology 3201 Biology 12 Biology 621A 2 semester courses in Biology (101 series)

Grade 12 Biology Biology 30

Chemistry 3202 Chemistry 12 Chemistry 611A or 621A

2 semester courses in Chemistry (202 series)

Grade 12 Chemistry Chemistry 30

Physics 3204 Physics 12 Physics 621A 2 semester courses in Physics (203 series)

Grade 12 Physics Physics 30

Math 3207 Pre-Calculus 12 Math 611B Calculus I & II Grade 12 Calculus Calculus 30

Math 3204 or Math 3205

Math 12 Math 621B (Math 621A may be used to satisfy a non specific 4U Math prerequisite)

Linear Algebra I & II

Grade 12 Math Math B30 and C30

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The following Chart lists prerequisite courses required for Nipissing University degree programs in 2012.

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majors Required 4u or equivalent courses from other provinces or countries

Bachelor of Arts2 (BA)

PA 70% Classical Studies, English Studies, Environmental Geography4,6, Fine Arts (Studio Arts), Fine Arts (Art History and Visual Studies), Gender Equality and Social Justice, Geography4,6, History, Liberal Arts, Native Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Religions and Cultures, Social Welfare and Social Development, Sociology

English

Economics English; one Mathematics

Computer Science7, Mathematics7 English; Calculus and Vectors; one other Mathematics

PAJ 75% Criminal Justice – Corrections; Criminal Justice Studies; Criminology; Policing

English

Bachelor of Arts2

(BA) Muskoka CampusPML 70% Arts and Culture1, Child and Family Studies1, Liberal Arts2 English

Bachelor of Business Administration2,8 (BBA)

PBA 70% Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Marketing,Organizational Studies, Technology Management

English (one Mathematics is recommended)3

Bachelor of Fine Arts2

(BFA)PFA 70% English

Bachelor of Physical and Health Education2 (BPHE)

PPE 70% English; one of Biology or Exercise Science (Chemistry and one Mathematics are recommended)

Bachelor of Science2

(BSc)PS 70% Biology5 English; Biology; Chemistry; one of Calculus & Vectors

or Advanced Functions

Computer Science7 English; Calculus & Vectors; one other Mathematics; one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics

Environmental Biology & Technology English; Biology; Chemistry; one of Calculus & Vectors, Advanced Functions or Physics

Environmental Geography4,6 English; Mathematics; one of Chemistry or Physics

Environmental Science and Physical Geography4,6 English; Chemistry; one of Calculus & Vectors or Advanced Functions; one of Biology or Physics

Liberal Science – Sequence in two of Biology, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Geology, or Mathematics

English; two of Chemistry, Mathematics (either Calculus & Vectors or Advanced Functions) or Physics

Mathematics7 English, Calculus & Vectors; Advanced Functions; one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics

Psychology5 English; Calculus & Vectors; one of Chemistry or Physics

PST 70% Science and Technology – Artificial Intelligence, Environment, General, Industrial Mathematics, Robotics or Service Systems Technology streams

English; Calculus & Vectors; one other Mathematics; one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (a second Science is recommended)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

PSN 70% English; Biology; Chemistry (one Mathematics is recommended)

1 Offered as majors only at the Muskoka campus.2 Orientation to Teaching can be applied to with this degree program.3 Students admitted without a 4U Mathematics or equivalent will be required

to complete MATH 1911 or MATH 1912 in their first year.4 A Certificate in Geomatics is also available to students

pursuing an Honours degree in these majors.

5 A Certificate in Neuroscience is also available to students pursuing an Honours degree in these majors.

6 A Certificate in Environmental Management is also available to students pursuing an Honours degree in these majors.

7 A Certificate in Game Design and Development is available to students pursuing a degree in these majors.

8 An iLEAD Business Experience Certificate is available to students pursuing one of these degrees.

degree program ouAcApplication

program codes

minimumentranceAverage

majors Required 4u or equivalent courses from other provinces or countries

Concurrent Bachelor of Arts (BA)/Bachelor of Education (BEd) Primary/Junior

PCP 75% English, Geography4,6, History, Psychology English (minimum grade of 70%); one Mathematics (minimum grade of 60%)

Mathematics 7 English (minimum grade of 70%); Calculus & Vectors; one other Mathematics (minimum grade of 60% must be achieved in one Mathematics)

Concurrent Bachelor of Arts (BA)/Bachelor of Education (BEd) Junior/Intermediate

PCJ 75% English, Geography4,6, History, Psychology English (minimum grade of 70%); one Mathematics (minimum grade of 60%)

Mathematics 7 English (minimum grade of 70%); Calculus & Vectors; one other Mathematics (minimum grade of 60% must be achieved in one Math)

Concurrent Bachelor of Science (BSc)/ Bachelor of Education (BEd) Primary/Junior

PEP 75% Computer Science7 English (minimum grade of 70%); Calculus & Vectors; one other Mathematics; and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (a minimum grade of 60% must be achieved in one Math)

Mathematics 7 English (minimum grade of 70%); Calculus & Vectors; Advanced Functions; and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (a minimum grade of 60% must be achieved in one Math)

Concurrent Bachelor of Science (BSc)/Bachelor of Education (BEd) Junior/Intermediate

PEJ 75% Computer Science7 English (minimum grade of 70%); Calculus & Vectors; one other Mathematics; and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (a minimum grade of 60% must be achieved in one Math)

Mathematics 7 English (minimum grade of 70%); Calculus & Vectors; Advanced Functions; one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (a minimum grade of 60% must be achieved in one Math)

A Nipissing Degree with Orientation to Teaching (OTT)

Indicate “with OTT” when selecting program code degrees above (not applicable to PSN, PCP, PCJ, PEP, PEJ)

75% Elementary – available to high school applicants only

English (minimum grade of 70%), one Mathematics (minimum grade of 60%) and requirements for degree program and major to which the person has applied.

Secondary – available to high school applicants only

English (minimum grade of 70%) and requirements for degree program and major to which the person has applied.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) combined with Bachelor of Commerce

PAB, PSS, PCC or PMT

70% The regular requirements for the Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) major to which the person has applied.

Wilfrid Laurier University/Nipissing University Concurrent Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honours/ Bachelor of Education (BEd) Primary/Junior

UVP or UPF 75% Contemporary Studies (offered jointly by Wilfrid Laurier University – Brantford Campus and Nipissing University in Brantford ON)Application is made through OUAC to Wilfrid Laurier University (contact WLU for information)

English (minimum grade of 70%); one Math (minimum grade of 60%)

Wilfrid Laurier University/Nipissing University Concurrent Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honours/ Bachelor of Education (BEd) Junior/Intermediate

UVI or UJF 75% Contemporary Studies (offered jointly by Wilfrid Laurier University – Brantford Campus and Nipissing University in Brantford ON)Application is made through OUAC to Wilfrid Laurier University (contact WLU for information)

English (minimum grade of 70%); one Math (minimum grade of 60%)

A Certificate in Digital Humanities is available to all students pursuing any degree.A Certificate in Health Studies and Gerontology is available to all students pursuing any degree.A Certificate in Aboriginal Leadership is available to all students pursuing any degree.

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NORTH BAY CAMPUS OPEN HOUSEOur Open House events provide you the opportunity to speak to faculty and staff about specific programs of interest. Bring your questions regarding admissions, academic programs, residence life and administration.

November 3, 2012 (Fall) March 11, 13, and 15, 2013 (Spring)

Time: 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (complimentary lunch included)

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North Bay CampusTours are available weekdays at 1 p.m. (except holidays). Saturday tours are available at 1 p.m. in October, November, March and May (except holiday weekends). To set up a campus tour or if you have questions, visit www.nipissingu.ca/tours or call (705) 474-3450, ext. 4517.

• 100 College Drive, Box 5002 , North Bay, ON, Canada

Muskoka CampusTours are available Mondays and Fridays at 1 p.m. (except holidays). Saturday tours are available at 1 p.m. in October, November, March and May (except holiday weekends). To set up a campus tour or if you have questions, email [email protected] or call (705) 645-2921, ext. 7200.

• 125 Wellington Street, Bracebridge, ON, Canada

Brantford CampusTo tour Nipissing’s Brantford campus, please contact us at (519) 752-1524. To arrange a tour of the Laurier Brantford campus, email [email protected] or contact (519) 756-8228 ext. 5816. For more information, visit www.chooselaurierbrantford.ca

• 50 Wellington St., Brantford, ON, Canada

Ensure a rewarding tour by contacting us one week in advance of your visit to organize and confirm details. Please be advised that residence tours are not available during April and December due to exams.

Liaison Office, 100 College Drive, Box 5002, North Bay, ON P1B 8L7

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