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About Brescia
We’re Canada’s only
Women change at Brescia University College. Those who come
women’s university.
in quiet and shy find their voice. Women who arrive “bold” leave
Because we’re
affiliated with Western
with an even greater sense of purpose and conviction. When
University in Ontario,
you choose Brescia, you choose an education that will prepare
Canada, you’ll have
you to lead—whether that’s in your home or on the world stage.
the best of both worlds.
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Western
University
Affiliated
Because Brescia is affiliated with Western University, you’ll have the
advantage of Brescia’s intimate environment along with the resources
that come with Western, the fourth-largest university in the province.
You can take classes with women—and men—at Western’s main campus
and at Huron and King’s University Colleges. When you graduate,
you earn a Western University degree.
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1919
The Ursuline Sisters, strong
women of faith who were
committed to social justice,
community service and the
development of women,
founded Brescia in 1919. Their
vision and values continue
to shape Brescia today.
BRESCIA AT
A GLANCE
Founded:
1919 by Ursuline Sisters
of Chatham
Located:
London, Ontario, Canada
Affiliated:
Degrees:
with Western University
granted by Western
University
Programs:
pre-university Preliminary
Year: Brescia’s Foundation Year
program; Bachelor’s degrees in Arts
and Social Science, Management
and Organizational Studies, Family
Studies, Health Sciences and
Kinesiology; Bachelor’s and Master’s
of Science degrees in Foods and
Nutrition with Specializations in
Nutrition and Dietetics and Food
Science and Technology
s t u d e n t- c e n t r e d
Student/faculty ratio:
At B resc i a U n i v ers i ty C ollege — C a n a d a’ s
Enrolment:
o n ly wo m e n ’ s u n i v ers i ty—you ca n
200 part-time
e x p ect a bol d e d ucat i o n that ’ s ce n tre d
o n you . O n e that ’ s co m p ass i o n ate
a n d e m p ower i n g , i n v i gorat i n g a n d
14:1
1,200 full-time students;
Entrance scholarships:
begin at
80 percent admission average
challe n g i n g . It w i ll be e v i d e n t f ro m
your f i rst d ay o n ca m p us to your last
that you are what ’ s i m p orta n t to us .
T hat ’ s what our f ou n d ers e n v i s i o n e d
whe n they establ i she d th i s ce n tre o f
Brescia is Canada’s
women’s university.
lear n i n g f or wo m e n n early 9 5 years ago .
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Women’s-only
Advantage
Research proves what Brescia alumnae know—that women benefit from
attending women’s-only institutions of higher learning. Consider these
highlights from the Women’s College Coalition’s Hardwick-Day Comparative
Alumnae Survey that found a women’s college education:
Enables students to
engage with top
faculty and resources:
Graduates attribute their success
to interaction with “a high quality
teaching-oriented faculty”—and
to resources that were focused on,
and available, to them.
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“The advantage of
attending a women’s
university is that we’re
encouraged to embrace
all that we are and be
the bold, strong women
we were meant to be.”
A r i ana D a S i l v a
psycholo g y and leade r sh i p
ch r i st chu r ch , ba r bados
Proves its value
over a lifetime:
Graduating from a women’s
college significantly increases
a woman’s chances of earning
a graduate degree.
D e v e l o p s c r i t i c a l s k i ll s
for life and career:
Women’s colleges surpass public and private
colleges in helping students:
• L ear n to th i n k a n alyt i cally
• B r i n g soc i al a n d h i stor i cal
p ers p ect i v es to i ssues
• W ork as part o f a tea m
• W r i te a n d s p eak e f f ect i v ely
• Make sou n d d ec i s i o n s
• G a i n e n try to a career
95+
The percentage of women who
believe the financial investment in
their women’s college education
was worthwhile.
• Pre pare f or career cha n ge
or a d va n ce m e n t
• B e p ol i t i cally a n d soc i ally aware
Creates leaders,
communicators, and
persuaders:
Women’s college alumnae report
more experience making presentations
and gaining leadership experience
on campus than their peers at
other institutions.
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Choose to Lead
“Bold” and “leader” don’t describe every student who arrives on the
Brescia campus their first day. Confidence and boldness develop out of an
education that gives you the courage to live up to your potential. You’ll
learn to think critically and communicate effectively so you can choose to
lead—in your home, your church, your company, your community, or the
ever-changing world at large.
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Dimensions of
Leadership Major
We’re so committed to leadership, we
developed a major in it. Our Dimensions
of Leadership program incorporates a
strong foundation of core leadership
courses and gives you the opportunity
to investigate leadership through an
interdisciplinary approach.
Comm u nit y of Le ade rs
At B resc i a , you ’ ll be surrou n d e d by
i m p ress i v e lea d ers , i n clu d i n g our
Pr i n c i p al , Dr . C ollee n H a n yc z . T he
rec i p i e n t o f the Q uee n ’ s D i a m o n d
J ub i lee Me d al f or her co n tr i but i o n s
to e d ucat i o n a n d the broa d er
co m m u n i ty, Dr . H a n yc z i s o n the
boar d o f the L o n d o n H ealth S c i e n ces
C e n tre , cha i r i n g i ts go v er n a n ce a n d
n o m i n at i n g co m m i ttees , a n d cha i rs
the A ssoc i at i o n o f C athol i c C olleges
a n d U n i v ers i t i es o f C a n a d a .
“At Brescia, we support
your development as a
leader—intellectually,
socially, and spiritually.”
d r . colleen hanyc z
p r i nc i pal
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Our student/faculty ratio
Invigorating
Classrooms
Brescia’s small class size lends itself well to dynamic exchanges, to lectures
that blend into lively discussions. Your professors will challenge you to think,
to question, to confront. When you disagree, they’ll say, “Tell me more.”
They’ll be there when you need them—to talk in their office or over a cup
of coffee. They’ll help cultivate your confidence so that you can stand strong
in your convictions.
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“By taking classes at Brescia and
at Western, you really get the best of
both worlds. I love that at Brescia you
have small classes and can engage
in great discussions with peers and
professors you are fond of.”
S hee r een H ass i b | hono r s spec i al i z at i on i n
nut r i t i on and d i etet i cs | L ondon , O nta r i o
PLAN FOR SUCCESS
We want you to succeed at Brescia. That’s why we
workshops that will give you even more tools to achieve
have programs and people in place to help. It starts with
your academic goals. Our Writing Centre will help you
your academic advisor, who will guide you through your
develop writing strategies—from structuring paragraphs
time at Brescia. Our Academic Success Series offers free
to crafting essays.
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transitioning
TO BRESCIA
Whether you’re coming
to Brescia from another
country—or from the other
side of the Province—we
have programs in place to
help you transition:
Orientation Week: During “O Week,”
you’ll make new friends, participate
in fun activities, and get to know the
campus—before classes start.
Soph Team: At O Week and beyond,
a dedicated group of upper-year
students will help you adjust to
university life.
International Bridging Program:
International and out-of-province
students will receive guidance
on everything from academics to
transportation—even where to
eat and shop.
During your time in the International
Bridging Program, you will:
• Get your student card and bus pass
• Set up your bank account
• Settle into Residence
• Learn about Brescia
• Learn about Canadian culture
• Shop
• Dine out
• Tour London
• Visit Niagara Falls
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“Brescia is an inclusive community,
welcoming everyone regardless of race,
colour, age, and religion. I have made
friends from around the world.”
A manda B eepath | hono r s spec i al i z at i on i n
F am i ly S tud i es | T r i n i dad and T oba g o , west i nd i es
all faiths welcome
While our roots are in the Catholic
faith, Brescia welcomes and celebrates
women of all faiths and backgrounds.
20
Number of countries our
student body represents
International
Focus
When you study at Brescia, you’ll be living and learning with women from
around the world—from the Caribbean, Hong Kong, Africa, and China to the
United Kingdom, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.
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I n va l u a b l e E x p e r i e n c e
You’ll prepare for your future through
internships and practicums at places such as:
• A l z he i m er S oc i ety
• b m w ca n a d a
• Dea f B l i n d O n tar i o S er v i ces
• G e n eral Motors
• H os p i tal f or S i ck C h i l d re n
• L o n d o n H ealth S c i e n ces C e n tre
• Mou n t S i n a i H os p i tal
• S alvat i o n A r m y C orrect i o n al
a n d J ust i ce S er v i ces
• S e x ual A ssault C e n tre L o n d o n
• S u n n ybrook H ealth S c i e n ces C e n tre
• U n i te d Way
• Y outh O p p ortu n i t i es U n l i m i te d
“Brescia is preparing me for my future by
giving me opportunities to grow and develop
into a confident and strong leader.”
“Learning to be
independent has
been a profound
characteristic of my
first year at Brescia.
I have learned to
boldly stand on my
own two feet and
it feels great!”
Rachel B r own
hono r s spec i al i z at i on i n
N ut r i t i on and D i etet i cs
& m i no r i n psycholo g y
M ed i c i ne H at , A lbe r ta
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A hlam A bdo | hono r s spec i al i z at i on i n F am i ly S tud i es
and C ommun i ty D e v elopment | L ondon , O nta r i o
LEAD ABROAD
Through our International Exchange program, you
can study abroad for a term or a full year in France,
The Netherlands, London, England, or Barbados.
Your spring break can be fun—and life changing—
through our Alternative Spring Break Program, where
you’ll travel to places like the Dominican Republic to
help with issues, from literacy to poverty, hunger to
homelessness, and sustainability to the environment.
Bold
Opportunities
It’s been said that learning is more effective when it is active rather
than passive. We put this belief into practice by offering internships,
practicums, research, and study abroad opportunities. You’ll gain
invaluable experience while preparing for your future—whether that’s
through the leadership practicum with a local agency for students in
our Dimensions of Leadership program or our Industry Internship Program
for students in the Management and Organizational Studies program
or an internship that’s combined with study abroad in places like China,
Russia, Egypt, Pakistan, Tunisia, and Turkey.
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Lively Campus
The wonderful part about being a Brescia student is that you can live and
learn on our cozy, intimate, and welcoming campus—and you also have access
to all that Western University has to offer. Our exquisite Beryl Ivey Library
has the resources and space you need for research and study. Brescia’s rich
history is captured in our iconic Ursuline Hall, our beautiful “castle” on
campus. Most of your classes will be at Mother St. James Memorial Building.
Our boldest building to date is our stunning new Residence—your beautiful
home away from home.
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“Living in residence encompasses
the Brescia Bold experience. By
living on your own in a community
where everyone knows your name,
you build confidence and gain
leadership skills. That will be even
greater in the new Residence.”
C helsea Ve r a B a r r an g e r
hono r s spec i al i z at i on i n h i sto r y
ba r r i e , onta r i o
Bold Living
We listened to our students when designing our new
and a window seat where you can read or look out over our
Residence. Located in the middle of campus, this gorgeous,
striking courtyards. You’ll either have your own washroom—
sustainability-focused building is organized into “houses”
or share with just one other student. You’ll eat made-to-
for small groupings of students. You’ll have your own room
order dishes in our marché style Dining Pavilion—and you’ll
with a queen-size bed, big closets and plenty of storage,
enjoy wide-open lounges and a well-equipped fitness centre.
Take a sneak peek at your new home-away-from-home at youtube.com/watch?v=kEy8GL3bqKc.
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“My Brescia education is bold because it
makes me eager to make a difference in
my community and in the world at large—
and it makes me believe in myself.”
E sthe r O paluwa | hono r s spec i al i z at i on i n
F oods and N ut r i t i on | L a g os , N i g e r i a
girls lead
E v e n be f ore you e n rol at B resc i a ,
you ca n lear n m ore about yoursel f
a n d how to br i n g p os i t i v e cha n ge
to the worl d . O ur G i rls L ea d ersh i p,
E d ucat i o n , A n d De v elo p m e n t ( L E A D )
p rogra m i s a su m m er d ay ca m p
f or g i rls i n G ra d es 3 - 8 . W e ’ v e e v e n
e x p a n d e d the p rogra m to B arba d os ,
a n d brought a grou p o f h i gh school
wo m e n f ro m ho n g ko n g to ca m p us .
L ear n m ore at
b r e s c i a . u w o . c a /a b o u t /
s u m m e r _c a m p s/g i r l s _ le a d_ lo n d o n
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Compassionate
Community
Brescia continues the commitment to community service established by
our founders, the Ursuline Sisters. You’ll see it in the classroom—and on
campus. Through Community Service-Learning, you’ll benefit from an
educational approach that integrates service in the community with
intentional learning activities. You’ll have opportunities to give back and
be of service by getting involved in events through our Circle Women’s
Centre, volunteering at local agencies through Community Connections,
and through Student Human Ecology Association (SHEA), which hosts
an annual conference and sponsors numerous activities.
top 10
The Globe & Mail ranked Brescia among the top 10
universities for being academically nurturing and
supportive and for being innovative/open to new
approaches and programs in the “personality test”
of the Canadian University Report 2011.
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Gain Experience
Our students are seen—and
heard—outside of Brescia as well
through Community Development
placements. You can apply what
you learn in the classroom to
community service-learning—even
expanding your studies to the
global community, if you choose.
Be Heard
Even before you’re officially a Brescia student, it will be clear that you
count at Brescia. Your voice, your opinions, your contributions. That Brescia
celebrates women—their leadership and learning—is evident in our “Take the
Lead” public speaking contest, open to girls in Grades 11 and 12. That we want
to advance your learning is unmistakable by our participation in Western’s
Initiative for Scholarly Excellence (WISE) Program, where you can take one
university course—tuition free—while you’re still in high school.
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take the lead
Brescia empowers women to be bold and value leadership—
even before they arrive here. If you’re in Grades 11 or 12, you can
compete in our “Take the Lead” public speaking contest and have
a chance at winning a full academic scholarship to Brescia. You’ll
present a five-minute speech about women who are catalysts
for change, whether that’s a woman in history, a famous woman,
or a local woman who is making an impact. If you attend Brescia,
you can even add your participation in Take the Lead to your
co-curricular transcript.
5 Minutes.
4 Rooms.
3 Prizes.
“I chose Brescia
because I wanted
to be bold. I was
ready to stand out
as a woman in
society and lead
my fellow peers.”
C ou r tney Y oun g
P r el i m i na r y Y ea r
W i ndso r , O nta r i o
2 Rounds.
1 Scholarship.
Learn more about “Take the Lead” at
brescia.uwo.ca/takethelead
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Our Programs
Your future. Maybe it’s crystal clear—or maybe you’re uncertain about
which area of study is for you. Aside from specialized programs, such as
Management and Organizational Studies or Foods and Nutrition, we
keep your first-year requirements flexible so you can explore disciplines—
at Brescia and across all of the Western campuses—before making your
final decision. Brescia offers the following undergraduate programs:
Communit y Development
Foods and Nutrition
You’ll develop the skills you need be an engaged citizen
Brescia is known for this outstanding program. The
and lead for social change. You’ll be involved in placements
Honors Specialization in Nutrition and Dietetics (BSc)
and projects in the community and abroad. You’ll take
is accredited by Dietitians of Canada, which means
courses such as Interpreting Law and Social Policies to Build
when you earn this degree, you are eligible to apply for
Communities, Social Change, and Community Leadership.
a dietetic internship—your next step to becoming a
You can go on to further your studies at the graduate level—
Registered Dietitian (RD)! A variety of other specializations
or pursue a career in areas as diverse as community services,
are available (including Food Science and Technology)
counselling, law, and fundraising.
within the nutrition program. You’ll be introduced to many
careers through class projects, visiting lecturers, student
English
associations, volunteer placements, and groundbreaking
Your studies will range from the medieval period to
research. You’ll be prepared for graduate studies and
contemporary literature. You’ll learn from professors whose
for careers, from management to sales, quality control
work is recognized nationally and internationally. Brescia
to teaching, food inspection and safety, to diet therapy
specializes in British poetry and gives you the opportunity
and research.
to complement your studies with an upper-year exchange
in England. You’ll be prepared to further your studies
French
at the Master’s level—or pursue careers from teaching
Our intensive French program meets the challenges
to journalism, library work to media work.
of your future profession. Like all of our programs,
you’ll enjoy small, student-centred classes. Your
Family Studies
studies will be personalized for you and your learning
You’ll explore areas of family life, from parenting to marriage,
style. If you’re thinking of teaching, you can participate
divorce to family violence, immigration to family finances.
in the French Volunteer Teacher Program. You’ll also
Your studies will draw on other fields, such as psychology,
be prepared for further research and study at the
anthropology, sociology, and economics. You’ll be placed in
graduate level and for careers as diverse as immigration
a community agency so you can apply the skills you learned
officer, translator, publicist, foreign correspondent,
in the classroom to the real world. Our graduates go on to
and intelligence analyst.
graduate and professional schools, or straight into careers,
from teaching to case management, mediation to work
with crisis hotlines.
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Health Sciences
Leadership
This program is offered through Brescia’s affiliation with
This degree program reflects our commitment to
Western’s main campus. You’ll register at Brescia and match
developing you as a leader. You’ll participate in activities
your required courses at main campus with courses at
outside of the classroom to enhance your learning and
Brescia. You’ll explore health and wellness of individuals and
put your leadership skills into practice. You’ll be prepared
populations through this innovative interdisciplinary program.
to continue your studies at the master’s level, pursue
You can pursue an area of specialization, such as Health
professional programs from law to the HBA program at
Promotion, Rural Health or Health Information Management.
the Richard Ivey School of Business, or for careers ranging
You’ll be prepared for graduate studies and for future careers
from business to financial services, government to health
in areas such as medicine, law, occupational therapy, physical
care, and manufacturing to the not-for-profit sector.
therapy, speech pathology, and audiology.
Management and Organizational Studies
History
You’ll gain a solid business foundation through compelling
When you pursue a history degree at Brescia, you’ll go
courses in finance, marketing, operations, strategy,
beyond learning facts about the past to interpreting those
accounting, and organizational behaviour. Through a field
facts as well. You’ll gain insights into the human experience,
project course, you’ll establish a consulting relationship
as you explore not just where we have been, but how it
with the management of an actual organization. Through
informs the present and the future. You’ll experience a
Brescia’s business club, “The Pink Ties,” you’ll gain a sense of
student-centred approach to analyzing complex problems.
community and attend exceptional workshops and speaking
You’ll be encouraged to think critically as you investigate a
events. Our specializations include Consumer Behaviour,
variety of areas in history—from political to economic, social
Food Management, and Accounting. You’ll be prepared for
to environmental. You’ll learn in small classes, through
a variety of careers that value your skills in public speaking,
interactive lectures, invigorating discussions, individual
communication, and problem solving—from marketing to
and small-group work, workshops, and through class
consulting, public relations to management.
presentations. In the end, you’ll be ready for your future,
whether you continue your studies at the graduate level
Philosophy
or pursue careers in education, information management,
This engaging program will teach you to not only think
human resources, business and finance, law, politics,
critically, but to consider the ethical implications of your
government, journalism, or the social services.
decisions. You’ll acquire basic cultural literacy, enhance
communication skills, and reflect on issues ranging from
Kinesiology
happiness to justice. You’ll gain the tools you need to
Brescia is fortunate to offer spaces through Western
live an examined life. With your professors and peers,
University, home to one of the most comprehensive
you’ll explore fundamental questions, from “What is
Kinesiology programs in Canada. You’ll register at Brescia
important in life?” to “Is there a sense to the Universe?”
and match your required courses at main campus with
You’ll also further enhance your leadership skills. You’ll
courses at Brescia. Your studies will range from the scientific
be prepared for graduate and professional studies—and
basis of human movement, to exercise and dance, to
for careers ranging from business to law, education
dimensions of sport, and to the sociocultural and bioscientific
to government.
aspects of physical activity. You’ll be prepared for future
professional programs and for a variety of careers.
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Our Programs
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Political Science
Religious Studies
Conflicts and disputes abound in today’s world. As a political
This is a far-reaching subject that explores the depths
science student, you will seek to understand these issues—and
of what it means to be human. You’ll study scripture,
to recommend bold solutions to them. You’ll learn the role of
women and religion, religion and the family, and current
government in settling major societal issues—from health care
religious and theological trends so that you expand your
to the global economy. You’ll explore the political process
understanding of how religion has shaped contemporary
and its role in helping solve problems crucial to the well being
thought and culture. You’ll be prepared to continue your
of families, communities, the environment and the world at
studies and for a wide range of careers.
large. You can combine your political science studies with
business, leadership, philosophy, psychology, or sociology so
Schol ar’s Electives
that you’re prepared—to apply to the Ontario Government
If you’re a high-achieving, self-directed student who is
parliamentary Internship Program, further your studies at the
looking for a unique scholarly challenge, consider this
graduate level, or pursue careers ranging from journalist to
program. You’ll broaden your studies through focused
lobbyist, business leader to nonprofit organization director.
research projects, faculty mentoring, and a specialized
course aimed to develop your leadership skills through
Preliminary Year Progr am
community service and learning opportunities outside
If you’re ready for university but don’t have the necessary
the classroom. You’ll be paired with a faculty member
academic background, Brescia’s Preliminary Year (Foundation
who will serve as your primary academic advisor,
Year) program will give you the required basis for admission
in collaboration with the Associate Academic Dean.
into first year university studies. During this co-educational,
one-year program, you’ll learn how to write essays, take
Sociology
lecture notes, and write exams—from university professors on
You’ll tackle big ideas in small classes taught by professors
the Brescia campus. You’ll also learn about time management
who teach and do research on fresh and diverse issues
and study skills, and experience what it’s like to participate in
in the news. Topics can range from how we choose our
class discussions. In the end, you’ll have marked improvement
partners to the social causes and consequences of crime—
in reading, writing, and research skills.
to the relationships between Canada’s wealthiest and poorest
citizens to the situations and challenges unique to those new
Psychology
to Canada. This program is enriched by our Family Studies
If you’re interested in understanding and explaining human
program, as well as Community Development, which links
thought, emotion, and behaviour, Brescia’s psychology
what you learn in the classroom with important community
program is ideal for you. You’ll experience small classes that
service-learning projects. You can combine your sociology
allow you to have more interaction with your classmates—
major with a major from another discipline, such as political
and with outstanding faculty members. Your courses will
science. Honors specializations are also available and
range from the Fundamentals of Forensic Psychology to
provide excellent preparation for graduate studies. You’ll
the Exceptional Child. You can pursue a minor, major,
be prepared for diverse careers—from counselling to
specialization or honors specialization—or you can double
education, journalism to public relations, youth services
major in psychology and another major, such as sociology.
to senior services.
Your studies will prepare you for graduate school or to
pursue careers in far-ranging fields, from law to education,
health care to occupational therapy and even business.
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other cou rse s
We also offer courses in:
• A n thro p ology
• B i ology
• C he m i stry
• E co n o m i cs
• F i rst Nat i o n S tu d i es
• G eogra p hy
“Through my courses, I’ve grown
and changed my outlook on the world.
I’ve gained confidence to become a
bold individual.”
• I n ter d i sc i p l i n ary S tu d i es
• Mathe m at i cs
• S pa n i sh
• Writing
C h r i st i na V i v i netto | H ono r s D ouble M a j o r
F am i ly S tud i es and Rel i g i ous S tud i es
L ondon , O nta r i o
“The Global Community Development
program is unique in that it allowed me
to take what I learned in the classroom
and apply it to local community issues
and organizations.”
E lyse Gol i an | H ono r s S pec i al i z at i on i n
C ommun i ty D e v elopment i n a Global C onte x t
S a r n i a , O nta r i o
Learn more about our undergraduate programs at
brescia.uwo.ca/academics/undergraduate/index.html
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Exceptional
Futures
“My experience at Brescia gave me
the confidence to start and run
my own business. The all-female
atmosphere is a huge benefit. The
women I met at Brescia still inspire
me all these years later.”
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From Day 1, Brescia is focused on your future. We offer resources that
will help you launch your career—from interactive workshops like our
Career Development Series, where you’ll learn job search strategies
and other skills, to Career Peers, a team of upper-year student leaders
who will provide on-the-spot review of your resume and cover letters.
a symbol of success
When you graduate, the Principal will
present you with your Brescia ring,
created locally by J.B. Simpson & Sons
Jewellers Inc. Your ring will remind you
of your time at Brescia—from fun times
with friends to wisdom-filled moments
in the classroom.
Mentoring Progr am
A great way to e x p lore your career
o p t i o n s i s to co n n ect w i th p eo p le
i n the co m m u n i ty who are d o i n g
what you wa n t to d o . T hrough our
Pro f ess i o n al Me n tor i n g Progra m ,
you ’ ll be m atche d w i th a B resc i a
alu m n a or co m m u n i ty m e m ber who
w i ll s p e n d t i m e each m o n th hel p i n g
you to d e v elo p your sk i lls wh i le
shar i n g the i r e x p er i e n ces .
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APPLYING TO BRESCIA
All the information you need to apply to Brescia is available online at brescia.uwo.ca/admissions. Our regular academic
term begins in September, though some select programs offer start times in January. You can apply to Brescia year-round.
International high school applicants
Tr ansferring to Brescia
If you are applying to Brescia and live outside of Canada, you will be
From College: To be considered for admission, you must have:
evaluated under the admission requirements unique to your country
•C
ompleted or are currently completing the first year of a General Arts
and your area of study. Admission requirements for the International
Baccalaureate (IB) program are as follows:
• Successful completion of the IB diploma
• Passes in a minimum of 6 subjects, of which 3 must be at the higher level
• A grade total of 28 (bonus points to a maximum of 3 will be
and Science, Pre-Health Science, or Human Services Foundation
Certificate program with a minimum overall average of “B” (3.0 GPA);
•C
ompleted or currently completing a two-year or three-year CAAT
Diploma program with a minimum overall average of “B” (3.0 GPA)
•H
ave the necessary prerequisite requirements in math or science,
awarded for the successful completion of the Extended Essay and
depending on the program to which you apply. Please contact our
Theory of Knowledge)
Admissions team for more information if you are applying to Family
• No mark less than 4
• O ffers of early provisional admission are granted to students registered
in the IB program on the basis of interim grades (a grade total of 28) in
the final year of the IB program
Studies (BSc), Foods and Nutrition, Kinesiology, or Management
and Organizational Studies
To be considered for potential transfer credits you’re currently
completing or have already completed:
• Admission scholarships will be based on diploma results
• A two- or three-year CAAT Diploma program
For more information, visit www.brescia.uwo.ca/admissions/admission_
• Achieved an average of “B” (3.0 GPA)
requirements/international_high_schools.
•Y
ou may receive a maximum of 3.0 transfer credits for a two-year
Diploma program or 5.0 credits for a three-year Diploma program.
Out- of- Province High School Applicants
If you’re applying from a Canadian province outside of Ontario,
you must present admission requirements specific to your province.
Conditional offers are extended if you have a minimum of a 78% midyear average, although limited enrolment programs may require higher
admission averages. Your admission average is calculated based on
your best academic courses, including English. Some programs may
require background in math and/or science. Please connect with our
Admissions Office to confirm your eligibility. For more information
visit our web site at www.brescia.uwo.ca/admissions/admission_
requirements/out_of_province_high_school for information about
their provincial requirements.
Advanced Pl acement Ex ams
From University: If you have a minimum overall average of 70% at your
previous accredited university you will be considered for transfer to Brescia.
• We will assess your admission eligibility and your previous course
work to determine which credits can be transferred.
• Advanced standing may be granted for courses completed at another
university with a minimum mark of 60%.
• We will assess your application on an individual basis and can
transfer a maximum of 10.0 courses.
• You may be required to submit official course outlines/syllabi to
determine a course equivalency at Brescia
• Transfer credit is subject to department approval
International Transfer: If you had a minimum overall average of
Transfer credits may be granted for Advanced Placement (AP) courses
70% at your previous accredited university you will be considered for
with a grade of 4 out of 5. All transfer credits are subject to faculty
transfer to Brescia. Please contact our Admissions Office to see if your
approval. Some AP courses may not be eligible for transfer credits.
institution qualifies for transfer to Brescia.
A maximum of 2 may be awarded per student.
English L anguage Proficiency
Homeschooled Applicants
You must be proficient in written and spoken English to be admitted to
Brescia welcomes homeschooled applicants, whom we assess on an
Brescia. If English is not your first language and you have not lived or
individual basis. You will need to submit the following:
studied in an English environment, you’ll be required to provide proof
• Transcript of grades
of your English language abilities, such as: TOEFL Internet-based (iBT),
• Standardized testing results (ACT or SAT)
• Portfolio
paper-based (PBT), or the TWE, MELAB, IELTS, CanTest, and CAEL.
Brescia University College offers conditional admission to our programs
after successful completion of English language training through one
of our ESL partners, CultureWorks, Fanshawe College, and the English
Language Centre at Western University. To learn more, email our
Admissions Office at brescia@uwo.ca.
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For Ontario High School Students
OUAC
Code
Available Concentrations of Study
Ontario High School
Requirements and
Recommendations
Minimum
Admission
Average for
Consideration**
Arts
EBA
English Language and Literature, French
Language and Literature, French for Teaching,
Philosophy, Religious Studies, Spirituality and
Community Leadership
ENG4U
79%
Family
Studies
EBF – BA
EBZ – BSc
Family Studies, Families and Communities,
Nutrition and Families
ENG4U required for BA; SCH4U or SCH3U
recommended for Nutrition and Families;
ENG4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, MCR3U or MCF3M
required for BSc
79%
Foods and
Nutrition
EBH
Nutrition and Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition,
Food Science and Technology, Foods and
Nutrition Dual Degree HBA—Apply year two
ENG4U, SBI4U, SCH4U and one of MCF3M
or MCR3U; MCV4U or MHF4U is strongly
recommended (SPH3U is recommended for
Food Science and Technology)
80%
Health Sciences
EBW
Health Sciences, Community Rural Health
Development
ENG4U and SBI4U; One of: MHF4U,
MCV4U or MDM4U; SCH4U is recommended
85%
Kinesiology
EBP
BA Kinesiology
ENG4U; SBI4U; A 4U Math course is
recommended; A 3U or 4U Physics is
recommended
85%
Leadership
EBO
Leadership; apply under Social Sciences
ENG4U
79%
Management &
Organizational
Studies
EBD
Accounting, Food Management, Consumer
Behaviour
ENG4U; Two of: MHF4U, MCV4U or
MDM4U; SCH4U or SCH3U is recommended
for Food Management
79%
Social Sciences
EBO
Canadian Social and Environmental History;
Community Development; Community
Development in a Global Context; Crime and
Communities; History; Leadership; Political
Science; Psychology; Sociology; Sociology of
Law, Crime, and Deviance
ENG4U; MHF4U is recommended for some
Psychology programs
79%
Preliminary
Year (co-ed)
EBC
Pre-university courses in Biology, Chemistry,
English, French, Geography, Mathematics,
Religious Studies, and Sociology
Program
70% based on entire
high school transcript
**Admission averages are based on the 2013 admissions cycle. Applicants who meet the minimum average are not guaranteed admission.
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MONEY MATTERS
We’re committed to providing the
Scholarships for Canadian High School Students
financial assistance you need to make
your Brescia education affordable. In
Number
Awarded
Academic
Requirements
Value
Three
Offered to the top
three students in the
entering class
Full Academic Tuition
Principal’s Entrance Scholarship
91.0% +
$3,500
Academic Dean’s Entrance Scholarship
88.0–90.9%
$3,000
85.0–87.9%
$2,500
Brescia Entrance Scholarship
for Academic Excellence
83.0–84.9%
$2,000
Brescia Merit Entrance Scholarship
80.0–82.9%
$1,500
Scholarship
Council of Trustees Continuing Scholarship
Brescia Faculty Entrance Scholarship
Unlimited
fact, we’re known for our outstanding
scholarship program. For example, most
of our scholarships are automatic and
guaranteed. Estimate what it will cost
to attend Brescia by checking out our
easy–to–use financial calculator at
brescia.uwo.ca/costs.
Bursaries—Canadian students
who are new to Brescia may apply for
a non-repayable entrance bursary of
$1,000-$2,000
All above scholarships are automatically assessed based on final admission averages with the possibility for renewal up to four years.
Wolfe Family Entrance Scholarship
(application deadline: June 13)
One
80.0%
$6,000 with the possibility
of continuing
Scholarships—a wide range of
scholarships are available to you— from
$1,000 to full tuition
Work/study program—through paid
positions on campus, you’ll receive income
International Baccalaureate Students
Number
Awarded
Scholarship
and valuable work experience
Diploma Score
Value
Principal’s Entrance Scholarship
40 +
$3,500
Academic Dean’s Entrance Scholarship
36–39
$3,000
Brescia Faculty Entrance Scholarship
32–35
$2,500
Unlimited
OSAP—if you reside in Ontario, you
may apply for a student loan
Tuition Fees
(& Compul sory Fees)
(Full-Time , Canadian Permanent
Brescia Entrance Scholarship
for Academic Excellence
30–31
$2,000
Resident*)
Brescia Merit Entrance Scholarship
28–29
$1,500
Preliminary Year and Year 1: $7,149.26
*Please note the Brescia International
Bridging Program is required for all
International High School Students
Number
Awarded
Scholarship
Entrance
Unlimited
Sister St. Anne Lachance
International Student Scholarship
One
students who are Canadian citizens or
permanent residents living abroad.
Academic
Requirements
Value
90.0% +
$3,000
85.0–89.9%
$2,500
80.0%–84.9%
$2,000
Within top 5% of
incoming class
$6,000 toward tuition plus
fee for residence room
The program adds $375 to your fees.
Tuition Fees
(Full-Time , International*)
All scholarships may continue for up to four years. IB Scholarships are awarded based on final diploma scores (with up to 3 bonus points).
Other Entrance Awards
Preliminary Year: $13,385.26
Year 1: $21,969.26
*Estimate for tuition fees based on
2013–2014 fees; subject to change.
Residence Fees*
Scholarship
Number Awarded
Academic Requirements
Value
Brescia Community Leader Award
Four (based on application
demonstrating community
involvement and leadership)
Applicant must have an offer of
admission from Brescia
$1,000
Double room: $5,750
Single room with shared en suite: $7,200
Premium single: $7,700
Meal plan: $3,750
For a full list of scholarships available to new students, visit
*Estimate for residence fees based on
brescia.uwo.ca/tuition_scholarships/scholarships/admission_scholarships.html
2013–2014 fees; subject to change.
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VISIT BRESCIA
Tobermory
GEOR GI A N
BA Y
sw ontario
Owen
Sound
So
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L A KE
H U R ON
26
Barrie
400
86
Kitchener- 6
Waterloo
4
Port Huron
94
7
21
Sarnia
LAKE
ONTARIO
Hamilton
401
403
402
Toronto
QEW
London
Niagara Falls
Fort Erie
Buffalo
90
Detroit
75
Windsor
LAK
RI
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Toledo
290
Cleveland
40 km
To experience what life is like at Brescia, visit
campus. You can take a campus tour Monday through
Friday at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. To schedule a tour,
contact us at brescia@uwo.ca or call 519.858.5151.
You can also book a tour online at brescia.uwo.ca/
admissions/visit_us/book_a_tour.html.
brescia events 2013-2014
Open Houses
Sept. 27—29, 2013: Ontario Universities Fair
Open Houses are a great way to learn more about Brescia.
We offer:
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, ON
Fall Preview Day 2013: Nov. 16, 2013
OCT. 11, 2013: International Day of the Girl
March Break 2014: March 8, 2014
Festivities on campus for girls in Grades 7-8
Important Deadlines
nov. 23, 2013: More Than Just a Book Sale
jan. 15, 2014: Deadline for OUAC applications
June 2, 2014: Deadline for students to respond to
offers of admission
June 2, 2014: Community Leader Entrance Award
application deadline
June 13, 2014: Wolfe Family General Achievement
Entrance Scholarship application deadline
June 13, 2014: International Day of the Girl Scholarship
application deadline
June 27, 2014: Sister St. Anne Lachance International
Student Entrance Scholarship application deadline
As a prospective student, you may attend any of the
following events. Visit our web site for more information:
Sept. 19, 2013: Take Back the Night
Rally speakers and march through downtown London
to protest forms of violence against women
nov. 30, 2013: Take the Lead
Public Speaking Contest
dec. 6, 2013: Ritual of Re-Membering:
Commemorating the Montreal Massacre
jan. 23, 2014: Sophia Series Angela Merici Lecture
March 8, 2014: International Women’s Day
May 2014: Ask a Grad
Visit us online at brescia.uwo.ca
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Brescia University College - Affiliated with Western University
1285 Western Road | London, ON Canada N6G 1H2
Registrar’s Office, Admissions, and Tours
Tel: 519.858.5151 Fax: 519.858.5137 Email: brescia@uwo.ca
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