Bishop’s University
Come experience
Bishop’s...
university the way
it should be.
Since 1843 we’ve been the small
English university in Quebec.
We believe in engaging and
dynamic classes. Professors who
know your name. Getting involved.
School spirit. A genuine sense
h i s t o r y a n d t r a d i t i o n
-A sound and Liberal
Education.
in 1843 our founders declared their goal “to offer the country a sound and liberal education.”
to this day our primary focus remains delivering a broad-based education in an intimate
learning environment that encourages exploration and discovery. Located in the beautiful
Eastern townships of Quebec, Bishop’s is an English University offering programs in
Business, Education, natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
Learning at Bishop’s starts with a small group and a question.
With fewer than 2,500 students, we offer some of the smallest class sizes in the country.
you want to get to know your professors? no problem. you won’t be a number here.
We won’t let you. We provide our students with personalized attention. We listen.
We debate. We push students to expand their horizons. We believe in interdisciplinary
study, and in gaining a broad foundation of knowledge about the wider world.
our students are empowered to deal with complexity, diversity, and change.
Choosing to study at Bishop’s means you are seeking an educational experience
that is going to be unique, exceptional, and transformational.
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one thing’s for sure. you’re going to change a lot during your time here.
first year classes are all about introductions—to new subjects, to your professors
and to your peers. in many ways it’s an introduction to yourself—you’re about
to see what you’re made of. you’ll be hitting the books, and the material will
challenge you. Over time, you will be confident in your ability to form an argument,
write an excellent paper, and speak your mind.
Learning in a non-judgmental community is the best way to build one's identity
and to develop the confidence to try new things. that's why Bishop's students
have consistently rated their experience as amongst the most satisfying and most
engaging in Canada, and why they go on to do amazing things with their lives.
a lot of what happens here depends on you. Creating an academic environment where
you can grow and change depends on us.
- t h E B i s h o p ’ s E x p E r i E n C E - t h E B i s h o p ’ s E x p E r i E n C E
-The Bishop's Experience.
Confidence, Courage and Growth.
Bishop's stUdEnts ContinUaLLy rEport BEing somE of thE most satisfiEd stUdEnts in thE CoUntry.
Over 97% Of seniOr-year BishOp's students say they wOuld gO Back tO BishOp's if they had tO dO it all Over again.
recOgnitiOn and reputatiOn
BishOp's has Been ranked in the tOp 5 schOOls in all “natiOnal survey Of student engagement”
Benchmarks:
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sUpportivE CampUs EnvironmEnt aCtivE and CoLLaBorativE LEarning.
great research infOrms first-rate teaching
professors choose Bishop's because they are as committed to teaching as they are to research. Many under-graduate students are involved in research initiatives —an opportunity unheard of at larger universities.
dynamic and interactive classes
Average class size in 1st and 2nd year—29 students.
Average class size in 3rd and 4th year—19 students.
hands-On learning
We offer students numerous opportu-nities to apply for funding and support for exciting academic and business projects. From special funds to valuable co-op placements, Bishop’s recognizes the value of learning that takes place outside the classroom.
areas Of research excellence
Multi-scale Climate and Environmental Change Psychological Health and Well-being Stellar Astrophysics and Relativity Social and Cultural Identities
Academic Excellence.
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arts administratiOn
interested in setting up a non-profit arts organization? Do you want to be a major player in the performance world? This program combines an artistic discipline with a strong foundation in Business so that you can develop the skills to manage an artistic career. Choose from the following streams: Drama, Fine Arts, or Music. You will benefit from an outstanding internship program giving you the chance to collaborate with renowned performers, artists and technicians. our Centennial Theatre is home to fantastic programming, featuring artists from all over the world and every walk (or dance step!) of life. Be a part of their season as an intern. Define your artistic vision, hone your project management skills, and leave your mark on campus.
classical studies
To study Classics is to examine a ‘slice of life,’ a complete picture of a civilization from its creation to decimation. You will focus heavily on the civilizations of greece and Rome and study their literature, mythology, history, art, archaeology, and language. Classics students can study Latin or greek. if your goal is to go to Law or Med-school, you should study Latin. 70% of the English language is Latin in origin!
drama
Want to be onstage in your first month on campus? Come to Bishop’s. With
two student-run theatre festivals and multiple studio and main stage productions each year, there is something for everyone. Drama students have the opportunity to work on theatre productions in both a performance and technical capacity. students are exposed to Acting, the academic study of Dramatic Literature, Theatre history, performance, and all aspects of production.
english
Behold the power of words and language. study traditional and contemporary literature and media side by side. Dive in to English Literature, Cultural and Media studies, Film studies, or popular Narrative streams. And why not add a minor in Creative Writing & Journalism? The ability to commu-nicate your ideas in writing is one of the most sought after skills in today’s job market.
fine arts studiO & art histOry
pursue your love of art history, art theory, and studio art. You will be exposed to contemporary and traditional materials and techniques in an intimate class setting. Unleash your creativity in Fine Arts studio classes such as printmaking, photography, painting, and sculpture. Jump into the methods, theories and criticism of art through the ages in your Art history courses. Don't forget to sign up for our annual departmental trip to NYC! h U m a n i t i E s
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discover the ancient world through "swords and sandals" movies.
Uncover the concepts and cultural expressions of world religions. take a photography
class in the molson fine arts Building. spend a spring semester studying italian in italy.
humanities students love to get creative and combine their interests. many choose to
double-major or add a minor in order to explore new disciplines.
studying the humanities has long been at the heart of a liberal education.
Why? Because studying human achievement across time and cultures develops
critical inquiry, the ability to express and communicate bold ideas,
and prepares students for a lifetime of learning.
Explore people,
societies, and cultures.
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-french / Études françaises et quÉBÉcOises
here's your chance to study French at an English university while enjoying everything Quebec has to offer. New to Quebec? You'll receive a substantial discount on any French courses you decide to take. You will have the opportunity to discuss and debate, all while becoming familiar with diverse and interesting accents. go on exchange. our students have loved their experiences in places like France, Belgium, switzerland, and ile de la Réunion.
histOry
so you want to become a historical Advisor on game of Thrones? our new and exciting public history stream will prepare you to work in a field that makes history come
alive. in an increasingly connected world, studying history is one of the best ways to expand your cultural awareness and to explore the creative ways humans have responded to past challenges and crisis.
liBeral arts
Read, write, discuss, debate and present on big ideas like eros, love and desire, beauty, will and the divine. You will study the great themes and texts of Western civilization from an interdisciplinary and historical perspective. students are highly encouraged to pursue their passion for human culture and pair this program with a major in another discipline. sign up for the many program trips to museums and theatres in New York, Boston, Montreal and Toronto.
mOdern languages
open the doors to the world by learning a new language. study culture, history and literature. intercultural awareness, adaptability and resourcefulness are prized by employers worldwide. You can study English, French, german, italian, Japanese and spanish. get out there and have fun putting your skills to the test – go on exchange. Arrivederci!
music
if you're a musician, Bandeen hall is the place for you. Enjoy weekly lessons on one of our hamburg steinway pianos, groove out with your jazz ensemble or master choral music with the BU singers. Compose, arrange, perform - you can do it all. our goal is to help shape well-rounded musicans. students combine history, theory, and performance from two streams: Classical, or Jazz and popular studies.
philOsOphy
Enter into a conversation with some of history’s greatest minds. shape your views on such fundamental issues as love and friendship, justice and community, politics, religion, and indeed the meaning of existence itself. study the world’s greatest philosophical traditions in an intimate environment in which conversation enriches everyday life.
religiOn
envirOnmental studies & geOgraphy
What role does ethics play when considering the human footprint left behind on ancient ecosystems? What are the physical processes that underlie environmental systems? search for solutions while studying the history of human impact on the environment. hands-on fieldwork and research projects play a great role in understanding environmental changes like global warming, acid rain, ozone depletion and water conservation. our students are encouraged to positively shape the future of our environment.
ecOnOmics
how does an economy work? how well is it performing? how can it perform better? Economics is where business, applied mathematics, and human behaviour meet. studying Economics at Bishop’s means honing your problem solving skills and examining complex issues through the specialized lenses of Business Economics, public policy, and international public Economy & global Economy.
pOlitical studies
What is the role of government, politicians, citizens and private industry in shaping accepted political norms? how is Canada’s political system different from the American system? The European Union? Take national politics one step further and explore worldwide relations,
the impact of globalization and the emergence of a new international economic and political order.
psychOlOgy
Why do people procrastinate? What causes schizophrenia? Explore these questions from the perspective of psychological theories as you study the mind and human behaviour. Learn how to design studies, collect and present data that stands up to scientific scrutiny. Many students work as research assistants with faculty members involved in exciting initiatives underway at Bishop’s— an opportunity almost unheard of at the undergraduate level in Canada. Choose from streams in general psychology, Applied psychology and Neuroscience.
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Explore the human impact.
gain a better understanding of the human mind and behaviour. Explore communist
and post-communist systems, and the impact of new states on the emerging political
economy and international order. study a wide range of decision-making situations and
better understand group dynamics and social organizations. get involved in research on
how humans have impacted their planet on a local and global scale.
social science is the study of human society and social relationships. students at
Bishop’s engage in asking questions, collecting data, studying trends, and debating
critical issues that influence social, political, economic, and cultural values.
do you wonder if babies can learn before birth, or how globalization will change
local economies? find the answers in the social sciences.
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sOciOlOgy
Consider the way society is structured when examining criminology, global inequality, gender issues and mass media communications. stated most simply, sociology is the study of society. Choose from the following streams: global studies & Empire; Criminology, Law & social policy; Media, Technology & Contemporary studies; gender, Diversity & Equity studies; and Family, health & Community.
spOrts studies
Want to set up a city-wide summer sports program? Looking to be an athletic trainer or elite level coach? interested in nutrition and keeping athletes healthy? Explore sport and exercise in the interdisciplinary program that draws on the expertise of faculty in psychology, sociology, politics, Business, and
health science. popular courses include sports Writing, sport and psychology: performance Enhancement, and Nutrition for sports and Exercise. Choose from concentrations in heath and sports studies, Business and society, or Athletic Development.
internatiOnal studies
if you see yourself as a global citizen, international studies is the program for you. gain a working knowledge of the global community in which you live and prepare yourself for a career in international interactions. Dissect international affairs from cultural, economic, environmental, legal, historical, political and social perspectives. Training in a second language is a requirement, as is an international exchange or internship. Choose from two streams: global Culture, or global governance.
m E E t o U r p r o f E s s o r s s o C i a L s C i E n C E s
-the pOlitics and internatiOnal studies department sends a delegatiOn each spring tO the mOdel united natiOns cOnference in new yOrk city.
dr. valeriO faraOni
"pEopLE Look to thEorEtiCaL physiCists to prEdiCt hoW thE UnivErsE Works,"
explains Valerio Faraoni, physics professor. "A lot of the work is actually asking the right questions. That's one of the great things about studying physics at Bishop's. There are opportunities to jump right into the big questions and to refine the skills you need to make a contribution to the field of physics.”
With his own wide-ranging research interests in gravitation, cosmology and black holes, Dr. Faraoni is committed to introducing his students to the exciting research of visiting physicists from around the world through a series of seminars offered throughout the school year. "We have alumni teaching and conducting research in institutions such as the California institute of Technology and The Australian Astronomical observatory. i really enjoy seeing what my former students are up to."
dr. Jessica riddell
“stUdying LitEratUrE dEvELops an intErnaL LEns for CritiCaL thinking WhiCh appLiEs
EQUaLLy to an ad, a tELEvision shoW, or a piECE of pUBLiC poLiCy,"
states Dr. Jessica Riddell. This strong conviction, her infectious love of learning, and pop culture sensibilities has made a big impression on her students. Dr. Riddell's early interests in reading, social justice, and the desire to shape the world in profound ways has led to a dynamic teaching career as an English professor at Bishop’s.
Equally passionate about learning outside the classroom, Dr. Riddell founded the Quebec Universities English Undergraduate Conference for undergraduate English students from across Canada and the U.s. This annual conference provides a collaborative and supportive environment for students to share their ideas and research. "i only do things that have the energy of the student body behind me. projects that are student focused, student driven, and student run. i am constantly inspired by my students."
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To improve the world
you must understand it first.
the solutions for many of the challenges we face in the 21
stcentury such as global
warming, genetic engineering, food production and the search for alternative energy
sources are rooted in the investigations of science. studying science at Bishop’s means
direct access to your professors, research opportunities beginning in first year,
and plenty of summer research assistant positions. fully renovated laboratories equipped
with excellent scientific equipment promote our commitment to hands-on learning.
our science students go on to graduate studies and careers in cutting-edge
fields such as Health Science, Environmental and Forensic Science, Robotics,
astrophysics, digital imaging, and smart technologies development. We are looking for
passionate students interested in advancing human understanding of the world we live in.
if this sounds like you, keep reading.
BiOchemistry
Master the fundamentals of ex-perimental biochemistry. Well-equipped laboratory facilities, first-hand experience with state-of-the-art equipment, and close instructional contact with profes-sors are key to the success of this program. Challenge yourself in courses such as animal physiology, microbiology, immunology, and psychopharmacology.
BiOlOgy
hike or canoe to undertake field work in local bogs, lakes, rivers, mountains, marshes, hardwood forests and meadows. Bring what you learn to modern laboratory facilities including an athletic performance lab, aquatic and terrestrial animal rooms, a greenhouse, growth chambers, incubators or centrifuges. Choose to specialize in health science or Biodiversity & Ecology. Let us prepare you for graduate work and careers in exciting fields such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physiotherapy, athletic therapy, or wildlife biology.
chemistry
one-on-one learning with supportive and innovative faculty is a cornerstone of the Chemistry department. This program will provide you with an excellent education in all disciplines of Chemistry – Analytical, Biochemistry, Environmental, inorganic, organic, and physical Chemistry. opportunities for undergraduate
students to get involved in research are abundant and the majority of our honours graduates go on to further their studies, in programs such as Medicine, Dentistry, and pharmacy.
cOmputer science and infOrmatiOn technOlOgy
You will be hard-pressed to find a walk of life where Computer science expertise is not required. The arts, sciences, business, government, and education sectors are fuelled by developments in Computer science and information Technology. our information Technology program allows you to combine your Computer science studies with a specialization in Business. students work on campus for our iT help Desk, receive funding to attend conferences, and get a head start on their career through our Co-op program.
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envirOnmental science
gain a scientific understanding of the natural environment and its physical and chemical laws. Model various forms of human impact on the environment, predict outcomes and search for scientific and technological solutions. Undertake studies of pollution, waste, and climate change, all within a highly interdisciplinary framework.
mathematics
As reported on CNN, "The Best Job of 2014" goes to the Mathematician. As the language of the sciences, Mathematics allows scientists to quantify, model, understand and predict behavior in an enormously diverse range of phenomena. Bishop’s also likes to think of Mathematics as an art, creatively studying patterns and
problems and formulating solutions. This is Mathematics applied to today’s world. Take advantage of our unique Mathematics and spanish program where you will travel to Ecuador to spend at least one semester of spanish immersion. how’s that for making Math fun?
neurOscience
Do you wake up to the smell of coffee? smile at the memories of your favourite summer road trip? Fight off tears after a knock to the ol’ noggin? Find out why as you study the human brain and its relationship to human behaviour. Neuroscience combines the study of physiological psychology, Biology and Chemistry. This psychology program, which is rooted in science excellently prepares students for graduate or medical school.
physics
Be involved in revealing many of nature’s most profound secrets. Achieve research excellence. physics is about studying the interaction of matter and energy on the most fundamental levels. Choose from Astrophysics, particle physics, solid state physics, and Electronics. our Astronomical observatory featuring the new 18 inch CDK telescope and solar telescope will provide you with spectacular views of the Universe. Enjoy the many guest lectures and present your own research at professional conferences. Join a department that sees nearly 100% of its honours students attend graduate school.
pr e- m e d i c i n e dOuBle maJOr
students will complete all the necessary pre-requisites to apply to medical school while pursuing a liberal education. Take courses in bioethics, human anatomy, human genetics, and forensic entomology. our pre-Med alumni have pursued careers in Medicine, physical and Athletic Therapy, Biotechnology, and Dentistry. students apply to a separate, primary major and register in the pre-Med major once at Bishop’s.
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-Our science laBs have undergOne an $8 milliOn renOvatiOn; nEW EQUipmEnt, rEsEarCh spaCE, and statE-of-thE-art rEsoUrCEs at yoUr fingErtips BUiLt With UndErgradUatE stUdEnts in mind.
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W i L L i a m s s C h o o L o f B U s i n E s s
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studying Business administration at Bishop’s means a hands-on,
experiential business education. solve real-life marketing dilemmas, devise innovative
solutions for local companies and start building your own business network, all while
studying in the Williams school of Business. our case-format courses and seminars
as well as our interactive classroom settings provide a unique opportunity for students
to discover their strengths and transform their weaknesses as they hone their
presentation and writing skills in a supportive learning environment.
students may work toward either a Bachelor of Business administration (B.B.a.) or
a Bachelor of arts with a major in Business (B.a.). the B.B.a. program provides a
solid foundation in core business subjects but also allows students to gain specialized
knowledge in one of seven business concentrations. the B.a. program provides the
same foundation in core business subjects but allows students the flexibility to combine
their business studies with a major or minor in another field.
Who says you can’t mix
business with pleasure?
general Business management
students will specialize in a broad range of traditional business func- tions such as research methods, change management, interpersonal skills, innovation and entrepreneurship.
accOunting
Learn how companies, investors and governments compile, present, and use financial information. Courses such as managerial accounting, taxation and auditing prepare you to become a professional accountant and provide the basis for a variety of other business designations (C.i.M., C.B.i., etc.).
entrepreneurship
Understand the entrepreneurial process required to turn an innovative idea into a new business venture - a skill set with tremendous value in the job market. gain hands-on experience with local entrepreneurs through the Dobson-Lagassé Entrepreneurship Centre on campus.
internatiOnal Business
Combine your Business courses with classes in political science, international economics, and geo-graphy to gain an understanding of global organizational structures, business strategies and management practices. international Business students go on exchange and take courses in Modern Languages to learn how to work with different cultures, economies, currencies and
government policies and to gain first-hand knowledge of current challenges facing global managers.
finance
Master the principles of financial management and gain knowledge of investment management, capital budgeting, capital formation and risk hedging. prepare yourself to pursue an exciting career in corporate finance, banking, portfolio management, securities research and financial planning. At Bishop’s you can complete the courses required to qualify to write the first level C.F.A. (Chartered Financial Analyst) exams immediately upon graduation.
human resOurces
Courses such as human resource management, industrial relations, training and development, and organizational behaviour will teach you how companies attract, develop and maintain a competitive workforce. Various options for certification as a human resource professional are available throughout Canada for students who complete this concentration.
marketing
study one of the fastest changing and most innovative aspects of the business world. Develop a comprehensive understanding of contemporary advertising and sales techniques, as well as the socio-environmental forces influencing marketing activities.
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Why not add a global perspective to your business degree by competing in an international
case study competition? you can add the next trophy to our string of niBs victories.
study international Business at one of our 550 partner universities across the globe. gain valuable international experience and take your business network worldwide.
Williams school of Business
students Take on the World.
students enrOlled in the cO-Op prOgram receive academic recOgnitiOn fOr their placements, custOmized prOfessiOnal develOpment sessiOns, relevant wOrk expe-rience, and a cOmpetitive salary.
pL aCEmEnt opportUnitiEs Can BE foUnd in Canada or aroUnd thE WorLd. thE ChoiCE is yoUrs.
the williams schOOl Of Business participates in the netwOrk Of internatiOnal
Business schOOl (niBs) case cOmpetitiOns every year
and has a lOng streak Of 1st places finishes
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dr. michael teed
"Choosing a UnivErsity is a Lot LikE finding thE right joB.
it's aLL aBoUt thE fit."
As an industrial organizational psychologist, Business professor Dr. Michael Teed loves to share his passion for human behaviour in the workplace. "Bishop's is a place where the classroom is only five rows deep. so when i introduce a theoretical perspective on something like leadership, the intimate environment really supports discussion." Dr. Teed's newest initiative is harnessing this classroom setting as an opportunity for group learning with real-world, practical implications. "one of the things student face when they leave university and start looking for work is the demand for work experience. i knew this was a stressor and started to think about ways i could address it in the classroom. i've been working on a model to train students in résumé writing and interview coaching, as well as hR consultation for small businesses. They will then offer these services to members of the community. it's a great exercise in experiential learning.”
dr. michele murray
"i CamE to tEaChing in thE samE Way i CamE to BE an aCadEmiC — drivEn By my LovE
of LEarning,"
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Educating Teachers and
inspiring Minds.
We are educating the world’s next generation of teachers to deliver knowledge
using the latest methods and technologies. at Bishop’s we emphasize teaching as an
intellectual pursuit and as a career with a great deal of social responsibility.
Combine hands-on, real world experience with challenging and stimulating coursework
in subjects such as linguistic diversity, multicultural education, and individual differences
to prepare yourself to teach around the globe.
our concurrent education program boasts over 700 hours spent practice teaching
in elementary and secondary schools. this practical application begins in your
first semester. Students choose either an Elementary Education Profile,
or a Secondary Education Profile, and earn a B.A. or B.Sc. as well as a B.Ed.
Students following a Secondary Education Profile graduate with a major in Education,
and a second major in a teachable subject.
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finE arts mathEmatiCs
mUsiC physiCs soCiaL stUdiEs
spanish frEnCh
Our educatiOn graduates will have spent 700 hOurs in schOOls upOn graduatiOn –
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new minOr
students can complete a minor in Teaching English as a second Language (TEsL). This program is open to all students regardless of their major. This minor provides an opportunity for students to study how second languages are learned and taught with an introduction to linguistics, second language acquisition research, and second language pedagogy.
examples Of cOurses
there are thousands of Bishop’s graduates living all over the world.
so go ahead, join our network and see where it takes you.
want tO start yOur Own cOmpany?
think yOu’d like tO spend a summer aBrOad dOing develOpment wOrk? hoW aBoUt Working onE-on-onE With a profEssor to pUBLish yoUr
rEsEarCh in a sCiEntifiC joUrnaL? Bishop’s offErs stUdEnts CoUntLEss opportUnitiEs to rEaLiZE thEir potEntiaL
and pUrsUE CarEEr aspirations.
Alumni Connections.
sometimes, getting out
of the classroom is the
BEsT way to learn.
“Bishop’s is thE onLy
pLaCE i CoULd havE BEEn a drama stUdEnt, pLayEd
footBaLL and WorkEd to LaUnCh my mUsiC CarEEr.
pLUs, i mEt my WifE thErE!”
JOhnny reid ’98
CMA & Juno Award-Winning Country Music Artist
“my timE at Bishop’s had a hUgE impaCt on thE LEadEr i am today.”
the hOnOraBle rOBert ghiz ’96
Premier, Province of Prince Edward Island
“it’s fUnny... i LEft LEnnoxviLLE yEars ago and CompLEtEd mEd sChooL. BUt my CLosEst friEnds arE stiLL thE gUys i mEt at BU. EvEry yEar aroUnd homEComing, i makE sUrE to WEar pUrpLE.”
dr. rick Jaggi ’03
Head & Neck Surgeon, Facial Plastic Surgeon, Otolaryngologist
“Bishop’s is CLosE to my hEart. it is a vEry spECiaL pLaCE and my ExpEriEnCE thErE trULy ChangEd my LifE. somE of my dEarEst friEnds today arE pEopLE Whom i mEt at or throUgh Bishop’s.”
kelly murumets ’85
President & CEO of Tennis Canada
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samantha Juraschka ’12
$50 k annual funding
Big enough
to explore something
new every day,
and small enough to
always be running into
someone you know.
Situated on over 550 acres of green
space, Bishop’s has exceptional indoor
and outdoor facilities that cater to the
people who live, work and study here every
day. Whether you’re interested in the arts,
sports or just hanging out with friends—
there’s always a place to enjoy yourself
on campus. From our art gallery, theatres
and restaurants, to the community garden
and stunning new Health and Wellness
complex—it’s all here.
-Located an hour
and a half from
Montreal, Bishop’s
is nestled in the
English borough of
Lennoxville in the
city of sherbrooke.
The local pubs,
shops and bakeries
will welcome you
warmly.
This region of Quebec is well known for its natural beauty, and
multi-cultural flair. You’ll find theatre, dancing and music fill the
air in all four seasons. Trade summer bike paths and hiking trails
for ski slopes and snowshoes when the snow starts flying.
Bishop’s is located in the heart of ski country; eight hills within
90 minutes of Lennoxville. Did we mention the golf course
on campus? And how about the food? It’s local and exceptional.
-r e s i d e n c e
L I F E
Whether you are coming from near or far,
choosing to live on campus means bunking
with other students who, like yourself,
are leaving home for the first time.
The crazy mix of late night conversations,
movie nights and study marathons is a
mysterious but tried and true recipe for
lasting friendships. so get yourself a
bogmate. You’ll be telling the stories for
the rest of your life.
r e s i d e n c e i s g u a r a n t e e d
f o r f i r s t - Y e a r s t u d e n t s
who meet the application deadline.kuehner, aBBOtt & munster
You have the privacy of a single with all the benefits of having a roommate. Each room has a sink and vanity, with a shared toilet and shower between the rooms. is this why they call it a ‘bog’?
patersOn hall
share a condo style apartment with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen and living room. perfect for those who want cook for themselves. And the view? it can’t be beat!
mackinnOn, nOrtOn and pOllack
d i n i n g
O N C A M P U S
grab a bite, take a break,
meet friends.
Dewhurst Dining hall
is your go-to spot.
We understand that high quality food
is essential for a healthy mind and body.
Stirfrys, meat and potatoes, fresh fruit,
salad, and a wide variety of desserts are
just some of the good eats on the menu.
But don’t worry, we also have the
crowd-pleasing poutine and pizza.
Just swipe your card and you are in.
You can eat what you like when you like seven
days a week between 7:30am and 11:30pm.
Go nuts!
-a t h l e t i c s
& R E C R E A T I O N
get your game on.
VarsitY SPORTS & CLUBS
WomEn’s & mEn’s
WomEn’s onLy
mEn’s onLy
GAITERS.CA for morE
dEtaiLs a t h L E t i C s & r E C r E a t i o n
-Cheering on the Bu gaiters is a CommunitY oBsession. WE CAN’T BE BEAT FOR OUR SENSE OF SCHOOL SPIRIT.
Whether you are a talented athlete, a weekend warrior, or you’re looking
for some post-exam stress relief in a yoga class, Bishop’s brand-new health
and Wellness complex will keep you moving. so grab your BU t-shirt, do your thing
100+ clubs
and societies to join.
C L U B & s o C i E t i E s
-At Bishop’s you’ll be encouraged to explore and expand on your interests both
inside and outside the classroom. Why? Because joining a club is a great way to gain
social confidence, experiment with the big ideas you are brushing up against in class,
and contribute to the community and campus life.
There’s no shortage of issues to be addressed, friends to be made, games
to be played or arguments to be heard. So bring your passion and get involved.
dOn’t see the cluB yOu want? start it! Bishop’s is the place to act on your ideas.
We’ll support you. pOpular cluBs include:
ATHLETES IN ACTION • BIG BUDDIES Bu CommerCe soCietY • DANCE CLUB
ENvIRONMENTAL CLUB golden KeY honour soCietY PRE-MED CLUB • SkI & SNOWBOARD CLUB
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P R O G R A M S
Travel the world as
a Bishop’s student.
Alaska. Argentina.
sydney. stockholm.
Bishop’s has more than
550 exchange programs
all around the world.
BISHOP’S BELIEvES A GLOBAL PERSPECTIvE IS AN IMPORTANT STRENGTH OF A SUCCESSFUL GR ADUATE.
Where will you go?
"this this exchange allOwed me tO grOw as a per-sOn, and Better understand the wOrld. i met sO many peOple frOm different cOuntries and made sOme
-i m p O r t a n t
D A T E S
Bishop’s is best
experienced live!
Come for a personalized campus tour. meet with a professor,
sit in on a class, talk to an admissions advisor, and have lunch on us at dewies’!
Book online at
gOBishOps.ca; click on
campus tOur.
we want tO meet yOu:
Bishop’s University will be participating in the student Life Expo in Toronto: september 27 - 28, 2014
Bishop’s University open house Events: october 25, 2014
February 14, 2015 March 16, 2015 March 20, 2015
Monthly Webinars
Check out our events page for more information and to RsVp gOBishOps.ca/BishOps/events/index.dO
applicatiOn deadlines:
faLL (sEptEmBEr) sEmEstEr appLiCation
Application deadline (CEgEp and high school): April 1 Application deadline (college and university transfer): May 1
WintEr (janUary) sEmEstEr appLiCation
Application deadline (international students): october 1 Application deadline (Canadian students): November 1
check with yOur guidance
cOunselOr tO see if we will Be visiting yOur schOOl
as part Of a university
fair Or independent presentatiOn.
we lOOk fOrward tO meeting yOu!
-Bishop’s has one of the
most generous scholarship
programs in the country.
s c h O l a r s h i p s
F I N A N C I A L M A T T E R S F I N A N C I A L M A T T E R S
-$1,000 per year
rEnEWaBLE*
$2,000 per year
rEnEWaBLE*
$3,000 per year
rEnEWaBLE*
80% admission avEragE iB sCorE 28
85% admission avEragE iB sCorE 30 / r-sCorE 28
90% admission avEragE iB sCorE 36 / r-sCorE 32
- guaranteed entrance schOlarships
fOr all canadian high schOOl and cegep students
-You can receive an academic scholarship in your upper years based on your performance while at Bishop’s.
*Please refer to Bishop’s Academic Calendar for eligibility criteria.
cOntinuing student schOlarships
-stUdEnts arE ELigiBLE to rECEivE advanCEd CrEdits for most ap Examinations CompLEtEd With a rEsULt of 4 or BEttEr.
advanced placement (ap) credits
-dEgrEE program stUdEnts Who ChoosE to takE frEnCh CoUrsEs BEnEfit from thE QUEBEC rEsidEnt ratE, a disCoUnt of roUghLy 50% on EaCh CoUrsE.
tuitiOn fOr french cOurses
-fULL iB dipLoma sCorE of 28 or highEr
30 advanced standing credits
(equivalent tO One year Of cOurses) in additiOn tO entrance schOlarship.
- internatiOnal Baccalaureate (iB) curriculum advanced standing
-QUEBEC rEsidEnts
Canadian rEsidEnts from oUtsidE QUEBEC
intErnationaL stUdEnts
(sCiEnCE, math, Cs, drama, mUsiC, finE arts, BUsinEss)
intErnationaL stUdEnts (aLL othEr disCipLinEs)
$3,464.30
$7,823.00
$18,318.50
$16,529.00
tuitiOn and fees
-(Tuition and compulsory fees based on 2014-15 prices and 30 credits)
*Convenient monthly payment options available.
residence and meals
-(Based on latest 2014-15 prices)
rEsidEnCE room and fEEs
aLL-yoU-CarE-to-Eat, 7-days a WEEk,
ContinUoUs dining pLan
starting at $471.25/mOnth*
a p p l i c a t i O n
P R O C E S S
We’re looking for
students who are curious
and ambitious, students who
will push the limits,
challenge convention and
aspire to greatness.
if you think that describes
you, apply today.
apply early tO receive yOur first chOice Of prOgram and residence style.
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c r e at e a g O B i s h O p s ac c O u n t at go B i s h o p s . C a
2
a p p ly
3
s u B m i t yO u r s u p p O r t i n g d O c u m e n t s
- a d m i s s i o n r E Q U i r E m E n t s - a d m i s s i o n r E Q U i r E m E n t s
-cegep student supplementary infOrmatiOn
here are some very important notes if you are applying to Bishop’s from a CEgEp. No program-specific prequisites from CEgEp are
re-quired to apply to Bishop’s. A DEC and a strong R-score from any CE-gEp will get you into virtually any program you choose. You will have the opportunity to take the program- specific courses you need once here.
No English language proficiency exam is required for Quebec students. Bishop’s supports language transi-tioning by allowing Francophone stu-dents to write their exams in French if needed and by providing writing skills
support. While CEgEp graduates represent nearly 45% of our student body, you will benefit from joining a community that includes students from every province and territory and 52 countries around the world!
excited By the pOssiBilities?
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for more details.
BRITISH COLUMBIA & YuKon ALBERTA, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES & NUNAvUT
SASk ATCHEWAN MANITOBA ONTARIO QUEBEC NEW BRUNSWICk NOvA SCOTIA PEI NEWFOUNDL AND & L ABR ADOR
MINIMUM ADMISSION
high school diploma including
4 grade 12 approved academic courses high school diploma including 5 courses numbered 30 or 31 high school diploma including 5 courses numbered 30 high school diploma including 5 courses numbered 40 high school diploma including
6 4U/m courses dEC
high school diploma including 5 courses numbered 120, 121 or 122 high school diploma including 5 courses numbered 12 academic or advanced high school diploma including 5 courses numbered 61x or 62x high school diploma including 5 courses numbered 31xx or
32xx
PROGR AM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
WILLIAMS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Eng 12, pre-Cal 12 or principles of
math 12
Eng 30-1, math 30-1 or
math 30-2
Eng a30 & B30, Cal 30 or pre-Cal 30
Eng 40s, pre-Cal 40s or applied math 40s
Eng 4U,
any 4U math dEC
Eng 121 or 122 foundations of math 120 or pre-Cal 120a/120B or
Cal120
Eng 12 (acad), pre-Cal 12 or Cal
12 or math 12 (acad)
Eng 621a, math 621B or math
611B
Eng 3201, math 3201 or 3200 or
3208
HUMANITIES Eng 12 Eng 30-1 Eng a30 & B30 Eng 40s Eng 4U dEC Eng 121 or 122 Eng 12 (acad) Eng 621a or 611 Eng 3201
SOCIAL SCIENCES Eng 12 Eng 30-1 Eng a30 & B30 Eng 40s Eng 4U dEC Eng 121 or 122 Eng 12 (acad) Eng 621a or 611 Eng 3201
NATUR AL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS
Eng 12, pre-Cal 12, 2 credits from: Bio 12, Chem 12
or phy 12
Eng 30-1, math 30-1, 2 credits from: Bio 30, Chem 30
or phy 30
Eng a30 & B30 Cal 30, 2 credits from: Bio 30, Chem 30
or phy 30
Eng 40s, pre-Cal 40s or applied math 40s,
2 credits from: Bio 40s, Chem 40s or
phy 40s
Eng 4U, any 4U math & 2 credits from: sBi 4U, sCh 4U
or sph 4U
dEC
Eng 121 or 122, pre-Cal 120a/120B or Cal120, 2 credits
from: Bio 121 or 122, Chem 121 or 122, phy 121
or 122
Eng 12 (acad), pre-Cal 12 or
Cal 12 2 credits from: Bio 12, Chem 12
or phy 12
Eng 621a or 611, math 611B, 2 credits from: Bio 621, Chem 621 or
phy 621
Eng 3201, math 3200 or 3208, 2 credits from: Bio 3201, Chem 3202
or phy 3204
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION – elementarY
Eng 12 Eng 30-1 Eng a30 & B30 Eng 40s Eng 4U dEC Eng 121 or 122 Eng 12 (acad) Eng 621a or 611 Eng 3201
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION -
seCondarY Eng 12 Eng 30-1 Eng a30 & B30 Eng 40s Eng 4U dEC
Eng 121
or 122 Eng 12 (acad) Eng 621a or 611 Eng 3201
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION – MATH OR SCIENCE AS A TE ACHABLE
Eng 12, pre-Cal 12, 2 credits from: Bio 12, Chem 12
or phy 12
Eng 30-1, math 30-1, 2 credits from: Bio 30, Chem 30
or phy 30
Eng a30 & B30 Cal 30, 2 credits from: Bio 30, Chem 30
or phy 30
Eng 40s, pre-Cal 40s or applied math 40s,
2 credits from: Bio 40s, Chem 40s or
phy 40s
Eng 4U, any 4U math & 2 credits from: sBi 4U, sCh 4U
or sph 4U
dEC
Eng 121 or 122, pre-Cal 120a/120B or Cal120, 2 credits
from: Bio 121 or 122, Chem 121 or 122, phy 121
or 122
Eng 12 (acad), pre-Cal 12 or
Cal 12 2 credits from: Bio 12, Chem 12
or phy 12
Eng 621a or 611, math 611B, 2 credits from: Bio 621, Chem 621 or
phy 621
Eng 3201, math 3200 or 3208, 2 credits from: Bio 3201, Chem 3202
a m E s s a g E f r o m t h E p r i n C i p a L
-y o U ’ L L L E a v E B i s h o p ’ s
w i t h e v e r y t h i n g y O u n e e d .
The ability to recognize opportunities.
The confidence to act.
The tools to live the kind of life you want.
Come for the experience.
Leave with your story.
in my first year as principal, i addressed the entering class. i shared with them my career as a lawyer, community leader and newspaper publisher, and invited students who were interested in such topics to visit my office for further discussion. The next day, six students arrived at my office door. This is the personal nature of Bishop’s. it is truly education on a human scale. i'm proud to watch students realize their potential, whether on stage, in a classroom or as a member of one of our varsity teams. This is a community bursting with ambition, full of students who are capable and willing to take on the challenges our world faces. our model of education provides them the tools to act, the confidence to perform and the knowledge to ask the right questions. in an increasingly complex world, our most effective leaders will be those who can innovate across disciplines. students from across Canada and around the world will find learning at Bishop’s conducive to building lifelong friendships and to realizing their future ambitions.
Education
on a human scale.
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prinCipaL & viCE ChanCELLor
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