University of the Northern British Columbia (UNBC)
University of the Northern British Columbia (UNBC) is in the spectacular landscape of Northern British Columbia and is one of Canada’s best small universities. We have a passion for teaching, discovery, people, the environment and the North.
UNBC provides outstanding undergraduate and graduate learning opportunities that explore cultures, health, economies, sciences, and the environment. As one of BC’s research-intensive universities, we bring the excitement of new knowledge to our students, and the outcomes of our teaching and research to the world. In addition to fostering and celebrating academic excellence, UNBC is a welcoming place, with a learning environment that is friendly, inclusive, and supportive.
UNBC is a university both in and for the North. This mission has instilled a strong sense of ownership, purpose, and adventure among our students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve. We are also Canada’s Green University, leading the way to a more sustainable future for all.
- Ranked #1 in Canada for Mental health support
- Canada’s Green University
- Canada’s top 50 research Universities
- Top 3 in Canada for 10 years
- Academic Excellence
- Experiential learning and discovery
- 100+ Student led organizations
- Inclusiveness and diversity
- Community
- Integrity
Academic schools at UNBC
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Education
- Bachelor of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Applied Science
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Bachelor of Planning
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Northern Medical Program
- Independent Minors
Location: Prince George, British Columbia
Intake: January, May, September
Time difference from Mauritius: (-) 11 hours
Travel time: 22 h 21 mins
Web links: https://www.unbc.ca/