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2017 international handbook

about the University of Guelph

Rankings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Guelph, an Internationally

Renowned University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Guelph ? The City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Student Services, Clubs, Culture, Sports . . . 7 International Student Advising . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Undergraduate Programs

Campus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 University of Guelph

Programs & Required Courses . . . . . . . 10

Admission & FINANCES

International Admission Requirements . . . . 12 English Proficiency Requirements . . . . . . . . 12 Country Specific Requirements . . . . . . . . . . 13 How to Apply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Application Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Study Permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Finances & Scholarships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Employment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Co-operative Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 English Language Certificate

Program (ELCP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Graduate Programs

Admission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 How to Apply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 English Proficiency Requirements . . . . . . . . 18 Graduate Diplomas, Master's

and Doctoral Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

University of Guelph-humber

Two Credentials: Honours Degree and a Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Programs and Required Courses . . . . . . . . 21 The Community ? Toronto . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 The Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Student Services and Support . . . . . . . . . . 22 How to Apply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Finances & Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 English Language Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Guelph at a glance

International students

from more than 100 countries

Total Enrolment

22,648

20,393

Undergraduate Students

2,255

Graduate Students

80.8% Study in arts, business, science and engineering.

$ $146.6 MILLION in annual research funding

Rankings

#1 in Canada for overall learning, living and student support Source: International Student Barometer (2011-2015)

One of the

world's Top 400

U niver sities

Source: Times Higher Education 100 Under 50 (2012-2016)

Top 18 Top 420

in Canada in THe world

Source: Best Global Universities (2016)

Top 16 Top 500

in Canada in THe world

Source: Academic Ranking of World Universities (2015)

Five star ranking

Top 480 in the World Top 20 in Canada

Source: QS World University Rankings (2015/16)

Top 17 Top 300

in Canada in THe world

f o r I nte r n a tion a l F a cult y

Source: QS World University Rankings 2015/16

about us

More than 1,200

2

international

students come from

all over the world to

study at the University

of Guelph. The top

countries and areas

represented are China,

the United States,

India, Nigeria, Saudi

Arabia, Malaysia,

Trinidad, Iran,

Turkey, South Korea,

Bangladesh, Hong

Kong, Libya, Egypt,

Ghana, UK, Mexico,

and Barbados.

Guelph - Your University

The University of Guelph is located in the southwestern Ontario city of Guelph. The city and the university are noted as great places to live and learn. Known for its friendly, supportive and safe learning environment, the University of Guelph welcomes international students from more than 100 countires.

Impacting the World

Life matters here ? beginning with your life and extending to the welfare of our world. We recognize that all of us - educators, scientists, artists, students - need to think differently, working together to set the stage for truly meaningful, life-changing work. Through cross-disciplinary learning and lessons that extend beyond the classroom, we will ensure that you will experience innovation, and become leaders of a sustainable tomorrow.

1st

12th

in Canada in THe world

for Agricultural Science

Source: Best Global Universities 2016

2nd

42nd

in Canada in THe world

for plant & animal science

Source: Best Global Universities 2016

International Learning

Every year, over 200 Guelph students take advantage of international learning and living opportunities by participating in semesters abroad and exchange programs in more than 35 countries. Guelph students also participate in programs such as Engineering Without Borders (EWB), and Global Vets; both are student run initiatives.

Engineers Without Borders (EWB) The University of Guelph Chapter of EWB strives to educate and motivate their peers and the community towards EWB's mission to eliminate poverty through access to clean water, income from humble farms, and access to critical infrastructure. In the past five years, Guelph students have travelled to placements in Zambia, Malawi, Ghana, Indonesia and the Philippines, and have succeeded in shapng the University of Guelph into Engineers Without Borders' first fair trade campus in Ontario, and second in Canada! uoguelph.ewb.ca

Global Vets A student run program at OVC, Global Vets offers second-year student veterinarians the opportunity to investigate animal health care in developing countries. Working with faculty and the International Veterinary Medicine Club, students submit project proposals to spend a minimum of four weeks engaged in veterinary activities wtihin a developing country. ovc.uoguelph.ca/globalvets

internationally

Internationally Renowned University

Established, respected, unique

The University of Guelph continually strengthens Canada's global reputation as a leader in innovative research and teaching excellence. We have a dedication to four major pillars:

1. Food 2. Health 3. Community 4. Environment

These areas represent the larger goal of our degree programs to accelerate research that will help people around the world. We are focused on blending teaching, research and citizenship. Few institutions are as prepared as the University of Guelph to address the challenges facing the world today.

Out of Canada's 98 universities, U of G is recognized annually as one of Canada's top comprehensive universities by various organizations, external surveys, and by our own students!

Notable Alumni

Our graduates live, work, and succeed globally, doing important work and making a name for themselves.

Thomas Dimitroff, 1990 General Manager, Atlanta Falcons. Thomas Dimitroff graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Arts degree. As a student, he played defensive back for the Guelph Gryphons football team. He later became coach of the New England Patriots for six years, and then joined the Falcons as the General Manager.

Vandana Shiva, 1977 Indian environmentalist and antiglobalization author, she was trained as a physicist and pursued a M.A. in the Philosophy of Science at Guelph. She is a leader of the International Forum on Globalization and has received many awards, including the Sydney Peace Prize, the Save the World Award, and the LennonOno Grant for Peace.

Ontario Veterinary College (OVC)

Founded in 1862, the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) at the University of Guelph is the oldest Veterinary College in North America. ovc.uoguelph.ca

OVC ranks

8th in World

For Veterinary Science

Source: QS World University Rankings 2016

Dr. Mick Bhatia, 1995 Director and Senior Scientist,

The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine is accredited by the Canadian

#98 in world for THE fields of

McMaster Stem Cell and Cancer Research Institute. A recognized leader in Canada in the field of human hematopoietic stem cell

and American Veterinary Medical Associations, and in the United Kingdom by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

environment/ecology

Source: Best Global Universities 2016

biology, Dr. Bhatia has made several important advancements in human stem cell research.

For information on how to apply to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at OVC, please visit

ovc.uoguelph.ca/future

renowned

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Marcus Yu Chu Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, OVC

SMK Seafield; University of Guelph Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Campus Involvement: nExecutive, International Student Organization n Director, OVC at Large, Central Student Association Board "We are provided with a lot of opportunities within the Ontario Veterinary College, including developing strong connections with our professors and gaining a very hands-on approach to learning which will prepare me well for working in the veterinary field. I also love that everyone here is so friendly! I made friends really fast when I first came to Guelph."

about us

the city

A great university is characterized

Travel Time by air to Toronto*

by a great city! With a population of

4

over 121,000, the city of Guelph

Abu Dhabi 14.5 hrs Istanbul 10 hrs

is recognized for its environmental sustainability, volunteerism and

Amsterdam 7.5 hrs Lagos 15 hrs

a vibrant arts community. It is considered to be one of the best places to live in Canada,

Beijing 13.5 hrs Bogota 6 hrs

London 7 hrs Miami 3 hrs

with accessible transit, biking routes, walking paths and high

Delhi 16 hrs

New York 1 hr

income households, and also one of the top 10 places for new Canadians (Money Sense

Frankfurt 7.5 hrs

Paris 8 hrs

Hong Kong 14.5 hrs Johannesburg 21 hrs

2016). Guelph is proud

to be known as one of Canada's

*Guelph is a one-hour drive from Toronto's Pearson International

safest cities and smartest

Airport. Shuttle service can be arranged to bring you directly to

communities.

campus.

An hour west of Toronto, you will find a modern city characterized by 19th-century limestone buildings, a bustling and cultural downtown core, and a variety of recreational and entertainment opportunities, both indoors and out. With all the amenities of a bigger city, and a small-town feel, the campus and the city offer you a perfect balance of academics and community.

GO Buses connect the University Centre to the Greater Toronto Area and Mississauga hourly throughout the day during weekdays. Bus routes run between the University of Guelph, GO's Aberfoyle Park & Ride, Milton Park & Ride, Erin Mills Transitway, Square One GO Bus Terminal, and Cooksville GO Station. As well, there are trips that serve York University, Bramalea GO Station, and Meadowvale GO Station.

your home away

Guelph

Quebec

Ontario

Montreal Ottawa

Lake Huron

Kingston

Michigan

Lansing

New York

Toronto Guelph

Lake Ontario Guelph-Humber

Waterloo

Hamilton

London

Ridgetown

Buffalo

Rochester

Detroit Windsor Lake Erie

Cleveland

Ohio

Pennsylvania

Climate in our four distinct seasons:

Spring: Mid-March-May, 10? to 20? C (some rain) Summer: June-August, 20? to 30? C (humid) Fall: September-November, 7? to 20? C Winter: December to mid-March, -15? to 2? C (snow, sunny)

from home

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the city

Annabella Ademan Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting

Keta Senior High School Accra, Ghana

Campus Involvement: n Accounting Society of Guelph, 4th Year Representative n C.J. Munford Centre, CSA Representative

Scholarships: n International Student Entrance Scholarship

"I love a lot of things about Guelph, both the city and the University as a whole. But the major thing that I really like is the sense of togetherness; everybody just loves one another, they help each other, and the kindness and politeness is incredible. I'm not a big fan of huge cities, I prefer smaller cities. And though the city of Guelph is still quite large, it gives you a small-town feeling making it peaceful, a great environment to study, and the students are amazing!"

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Alisha Madan Bachelor of Science, Biological Science

Spring Dale Senior School, Amritsar, Punjab, India Campus Involvement: n Directional Ambassador, Guelph Ambassador Program n LINK Program Volunteer n Conversation Partners Volunteer n International Student Organization Executive n Biological Science Student Association Member n Student Life at Guelph "The University of Guelph is one of the best institutions in Canada for the Biological Science Program. I was anxious about coming to Guelph and the transition from India to Canada, but now I know that there is so much to explore at this university! It has helped me explore my hidden talents, and grow both socially and academically. The relaxed and intimate environment here has made the faculty and new friends feel like a second family to me."

Your place is here - you can feel it from your very first day on campus.

Housing

On-Campus Housing housing.uoguelph.ca

The University of Guelph offers comfortable accommodations, top-ranking dining options, and all the support you could wish for to help you excel as an international student.

You will find our residences friendly and comfortable. We offer a wide range of residential learning environments to support your academic and personal success. You can choose from more than 15 themed housing options such as International House, Eco-House, Arts House, French House, and Academic Clusters for those looking to live with like-minded students. Guelph has one of the largest and best-established residence systems in Canada ? with space for over 5,000 students.

Off-Campus Housing studentlife.uoguelph.ca/ocl ocho@uoguelph.ca

OVER 90%

of first year students live on campus

RESIDENCE GUARANTEED*

for all semester one students.

* Residence is guaranteed for all semester one students provided they successfully complete the Residence Application and pay the $500 residence deposit by June 1, 2017.

@UofG_Housing

Family Housing housing.uoguelph.ca famhouse@uoguelph.ca

uofghousing UofG Housing

your life at guelph

Active Bodies, Engaged Minds

At Guelph, you'll enjoy a wide range of athletics, clubs and organizations, which provide opportunities to be involved in a variety of things, like protecting our environment and improving our quality of life.

Sports

gryphons.ca

Compete in varsity sports or learn how to play Ultimate Frisbee. Whatever you choose, you'll find others interested in sharing the same experiences.

Varsity Teams Baseball | Basketball | Cross-Country | Field Hockey | Football (American) | Golf | Hockey | Lacrosse | Rowing | Rugby | Soccer Football | Swimming |Track & Field | Volleyball | Wrestling For a complete listing visit the URL above. Gryphons are also competing in the Rio 2016 Olympics; watch for them in the 100m Freestyle and the Triathlon.

In 2015-2016, the Gryphon varsity teams celebrated outstanding success:

? 28 CIS All-Canadians ? 101 OUA All-Stars

Gryphon Intramurals have won the Canadian Intramural Recreation Association Achievement a total of 7 times!

NEW Gryphons Athletic Centre! The brand new Guelph Gryphons Athletic Centre opened its doors in September 2016. We are so proud of our new 25,000 square foot fitness centre -- it features a suspended running track, varsity basketball and volleyball courts, a climbing wall and numerous multi-purpose rooms for fitness and recreation activities! The newly expanded facility includes a 2,200 seat events centre, social spaces, concession areas, a merchandise store and new locker rooms.

Clubs and Culture

csaonline.ca uoguelph.ca/organizations

Over 200 clubs and organizations, two student newspapers, and a radio station

Two art galleries, a sculpture park, and five performance stages

165-hectare arboretum with 6.5 kilometres of jogging and biking trails

Supporting Your Studies

At Guelph we support the mind, body, and spirit through a variety of student services. The following websites will provide links to additional information:

The Learning Commons learningcommons.uoguelph.ca This award-winning service is nationally recognized for providing assistance with writing, research, numeracy and technology and is centrally located in the library.

Student Accessibility Services uoguelph.ca/csd

Centre for International Programs (CIP) uoguelph.ca/cip

Health Centre uoguelph.ca/studenthealthservices

Counselling Services uoguelph.ca/counselling

Diversity and Human Rights (DHR) uoguelph.ca/diversity-human-rights

International Student Advising

studentlife.uoguelph.ca/oia guelph.oia @UofG_OIA

The Office of Intercultural Affairs provides assistance with:

travelling to Guelph, temporary accommodation, Orientation and what to do upon

arrival,

parent and family orientation, University Health Insurance Plan, personal counselling, social and cultural adjustment to life

in Canada.

Centre For New Students The Centre for New Students, located in the University Centre, offers a variety of programs, events and services throughout the summer to help you prepare for September. Details are always posted on START Online throughout the summer before you begin your studies at Guelph. startonline.ca startonline.ca @UofGNewStudents

New international students and out-ofcountry Canadians are strongly encouraged to take part in the LINK Program and START International.

LINK Program The LINK Program connects you oneon-one with a Guelph student who acts as your guide to the University and the Guelph community.

START International START International is a three-day orientation that offers a unique opportunity for international students to transition to your new home in Canada and make meaningful connections. Attending will help you learn more about academic life, find various resources available and meet the International Student Advisor and other people who are here to help you make a successful transition. Attendance is strongly recommended for all international students.

To sign up for either of these programs, please contact: Gbolahan (GB) Olarewaju, 519.824.4120 Ext. 53636 oia@uoguelph.ca

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Jayson Jackson Diploma in Turfgrass Management

Berkley's Institute, St. George's, Bermuda Campus Involvement: nIntervarsity Christian Fellowship n Intramural Basketball n Intramural Hockey "The superintendent at the course I worked at in Bermuda is a graduate of this program and encouraged me to apply here, which in itself spoke to the quality of Guelph's Turfgrass Management program. Having never visited Guelph before becoming a student, I felt a bit nervous when I arrived, but I quickly learned that the small class sizes in this program make it very easy to meet people and make lasting friendships."

student services

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