Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada

Overview

History, Affiliations & Rankings

Founded in 1818, Dalhousie University is one of the oldest universities in Canada. It is a public research university situated in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Dalhousie University is a pioneer in education and research and boasts of making an impact through its transformative academic programmes. Led by President and Vice-Chancellor Deep Saini, Dalhousie University  is a large community of rich diversity of students, professors and staff belonging to different parts of the world. Dalhousie University has also been recognised as one of the top universities in the world with Dal being ranked 291 in the QS World University Rankings 2021.

Infrastructure, Campus & Courses

Dalhousie University has three campuses namely the Halifax campus, the Agricultural Campus and the New Brunswick campus which is an extension of the Faculty of Medicine. The academic programmes are conducted in a vibrant environment supported by world-class infrastructure, spacious classrooms, innovative learning programmes and facilities. Dalhousie University offers 4000 courses in more than 200 areas of studies including Law, Medicine and Dentistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. The focus of the university is to offer innovative learning opportunities to students. The faculty and team members work effortlessly to continuously improve the learning environment at Dalhousie University, making it one of the top universities for international students in Canada.

Accomplishments & Alumni

Dalhousie University has received a five-star rating for excellence in teaching, learning Environment and Innovation and Employability under QS Stars, a top global university rating system. Students enrolled at Dalhousie University get an opportunity to learn from award-winning professors and receive the best support for academic excellence. Dal Alumni Community consists of numerous ex-Dalhousie University students, who graduated from different disciplines. Through the Alumni Community, students and alumni members alike are able to stay in touch and expand their network. Alumni members are also able to participate in a number of events and programmes through the platform. The platform also provides support to all Dalhousie University alumni members in the form of career opportunities, volunteering opportunities and other career-related activities. Moreover, the students and alumni members are entitled to different support systems allowing for a wholesome and uplifting community.

Student Diversity & Visiting Companies

Dalhousie University is a community of more than 19,000 students who hail from countries around the world. International students at Dalhousie University represent around 24% of the total student strength of the university. The university has been offering continuing education programmes to thousands of students from around the world for over 35 years. It offers top-quality education and training to its students. The flexible program options combine studies with unique solutions required for innovative education and learning experience.