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    Saint Mary’s University Canada – Details for Requirement, Programs, Process, Scholarships

    Mar 15,2022

    Saint Mary's University

    University’s foundation has established in the year 1802. However, the formation and recognition of the university were given in the year 1952 when an act of Nova Scotia Legislature was passed. Here are some more insights into Saint Mary’s University.

    • The university is known as one of the oldest universities of Canada.
    • All the programs offered by the St Mary’s University have obtain the recognition and accreditation by all the professional bodies of Canada.
    • One of the most important aspects is that the university has the research-intensive and well-established global network.
    • The university is situated in the heart of the city Halifax, Nova Scotia.
    • The SMU campus is spread in 80 acres land where various buildings are situated.
    • There are range of facilities students can find in this widespread campus. Such as,
    • The university is known as one of the oldest universities in Canada.
    • All the programs offered by Saint Mary’s University have obtained recognition and accreditation from all the professional bodies of Canada.
    • One of the most important aspects is that the university has a research-intensive and well-established global network.
    • The university is situated in the heart of the city Halifax, Nova Scotia.
    • The SMU campus is spread on 80 acres of land where various buildings are situated.
    • There is a range of facilities students can find on this widespread campus. Such as,
      • Houses in the campus
      • Large Classrooms
      • Separate Book Store
      • Tech-oriented Laboratories
      • Library
      • Huge Parking Space
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    Why Study at Saint Mary’s University?

    The university has not only provided the degrees but also delivered practical and professional learning experiences to the students.  There are plenty of reasons to select Saint Mary’s University and here are some of them

    • The university delivered high-quality programs in business, science, arts, education, and other subjects as well. 
    • Holding rank #2 in alumni engagement in Canada.
    • As per Maclean’s ranking, the SMU is holding #4 for undergraduate universities
    • The university has more than 7000 full-time and part-time students. 
    • Nearly 29% of students are international from more than 118 countries.
    • The average class size is 40 students 
    • Each year the SMU awarded around 1500 degrees and diplomas
    • The SMU has a strong alumni network that includes more than 50000 alumni
    • The university distributes $7.69 million in scholarships, fellowships and bursaries
    • They have partnerships with more than 40 institutes across the world.
    • As far as the research has concerned the university is working with and working for the community. In the research area, SMU is the second-largest university. Here are some of the keynotes for the research programs
      • More than 26 diversified PhD and Masters programs
      • SMU is home to nine research chairs
      • In the last five years around 1000 research publications have been published
    • Renowned university for its entrepreneurship and innovative programs
      • Part of the SMU, Saint Mary’s Sobey School of Business is one of the top business institutes in Canada.
      • Highly skilled-oriented academic programs
        • Master of Technology Entrepreneurship & Innovation
        • MSc in Computing and Data Analytics
        • BA in Entrepreneurship (Only Canadian University offers the program) 
        • SMU’s Entrepreneurship Centre Programs and Entrepreneurial support.

    Admission Requirements

    Undergraduate Programs Eligibility Criteria

    Bachelor of Arts

    Standard 12th: English + four other academic subjects

    Bachelor of Commerce

    Standard 12th: English + three other academic subjects, Standard 10: Mathematics

    Bachelor of Science

    Standard 12th: English, Mathematics, one Science subject (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) + two other academic subjects

    Engineering Diploma

    Standard 12: English, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics + one other academic subject

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    Graduate & Post-Graduate Programs Eligibility Criteria

    The candidates, who are looking to apply to graduate or post-graduate programs require a bachelor’s degree with a decent score. As well as, they should meet the minimum GPA score to get eligible for the particular program. However, each program has its criteria so discuss with your Aspire Square’s counsellors before finalizing the admission.

    English Language Requirements

    IELTS Academic:

    Overall 6.5 bands with no less than 6.0 bands in each module

    Cambridge:

    Overall 176 with no less than 169 in each

    TOEFL iBT:

    Overall 80 points with no less than 20 points in each module

    CAEL:

    Overall 60 points with no less than 50 points

    Pearson PTE:

    Overall 58 points with no less than 52 points in each

    Duolingo English Test (DET):

    Overall 120 points or higher

    **The above-mentioned language score may vary program level to level and course by course.

    Academic Programs at Saint Mary’s University

    Undergraduate Programs
    Arts ProgramsBusiness ProgramsScience Programs
    AnthropologyAccountingAstrophysics
    Asian StudiesComputing and Information SystemsBiology
    Atlantic Canada StudiesEconomicsChemistry
    ClassicsEntrepreneurshipComputing Science
    CriminologyFinanceComputing Science and Business Administration
    EconomicsGeneral Business StudiesEngineering
    EntrepreneurshipGlobal Business ManagementEnvironmental Science
    EnglishHuman Resource ManagementForensic Science
    Environmental StudiesManagementGeography
    Film StudiesMarketingGeology
    French Mathematics
    Geography Physics
    German Psychology
    History  
    Intercultural Studies  
    International Development Studies  
    Irish Studies  
    Linguistics  
    Mathematics  
    Philosophy  
    Psychology  
    Political Science  
    Religious Studies  
    Social Justice and Community Studies  
    Sociology  
    Spanish and Latin American Studies  
    Choose Your Desired Program
    Graduate Programs
    Graduate Arts Programs Graduate Business ProgramsGraduate Science ProgramsGraduate Education Programs
    M.A. in Atlantic Canada StudiesMaster of Business AdministrationM.Sc. in Applied ScienceInternational Masters of Teaching English
    M.A. in CriminologyExecutive Master of Business AdministrationM.Sc. in Astronomy
    M.A. in GeographyMaster of FinanceM.Sc. in Applied Psychology Industrial & Organizational Stream
    M.A. in HistoryMaster of Applied EconomicsM.Sc. in Applied Psychology Forensic Psychology Stream
    M.A. in International Development StudiesMaster of Technology Entrepreneurship & InnovationM.Sc. in Computing & Data Analytics
    M.A. in PhilosophyMasters and Graduate Diploma in Co-operative and Credit Union ManagementPh.D. Applied Science
    M.A. in Theology and Religious StudiesMaster of Business Administration (CPA Stream)Ph.D. in Astronomy
    M.A. in Women and Gender StudiesMaster of Business AnalyticsPh.D. Industrial/Organizational Psychology
    Ph.D. in International Development StudiesPhD in Business Administration 
     Executive Doctorate of Business Administration 
    Choose Your Desired Program
    Diploma & Certificates
    ArtsBusinessScienceEducation
    Certificate in Atlantic Canada StudiesCertificate in Human Resource ManagementDiploma in EngineeringCertificate in Linguistics
    Certificate in German Language and CultureGraduate Diploma in Co-operative ManagementCertificate in Forensic SciencesCertificate in Mathematical Sciences for Education
    Certificate in Spanish Language & Hispanic Culture   

    How To Apply?

    Here are the process steps to apply for the Academic Programs of SMU.

    1. First, go to the SMU’s apply online portal to initiate the process. Then click on the “Start a New Application
    2. Then create an account by filling in your details like name, contact number, email address, residential address, education details and login credentials.
    3. Then fill out the online application form and pay the application fees (non-refundable)
      • You need to fill out a supplemental form if your selected program requires
    4. Submit an official result of your English language proficiency
    5. Along with your application, you will also need to upload the unofficial transcripts for your profile evaluation purpose. The transcripts must include or you need to provide an official explanation that can guide the admission process team to calculate your marks/GPA.
    6. Once your profile will be evaluated successfully and you received an offer letter then to confirm your admission you need to submit official final transcripts.
      • Saint Mary’s University may ask you to send an official transcritpt/s and the official test score must need to send to SMU directly from your institute/s in a sealed cover.
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    Scholarship at Saint Mary’s University

    There is certain kind of scholarships and financial aid provided by Saint Mary’s University. Here is the list of the Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards that you can obtain while applying for the course.

    Named Entrance Awards

    • Presidential, Santamaria, and Sobey National Innovator Scholarships.
    • Harrison McCain Scholarship/Bursary
    • Techsploration Science Award
    • The Bahamas Ministry of Education / Saint Mary’s University Scholarship
    • David Wang Scholarship
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