Imagine this; you are sitting in class at Cape Breton University, getting ready to tackle an assignment on youth crime. Months later you are working with the local police service assisting with a youth crime prevention project; or assisting in a classroom; or working with a social worker; or the top sports team in your community.

The School of Arts and Social Sciences is the home of the Bachelor of Arts Community Studies program (BACS), a process-oriented, experiential degree program that focuses on problem-solving, self-directed learning, critical thinking, reflective learning, group work, action research and preparing students for the job markets.

Entry Requirements

General Undergraduate Admission Requirements
An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance. Additional requirements may apply to specific programs.
If space permits, CBU will accept all candidates who can verify that they have met the minimum entry requirements established by CBU for the programs in which they wish to enroll.
Note: CBU does not guarantee that applications completed after August 1, will be processed for September registration.

Other Fees

Application Fee (undergraduate program) non refundable. $35.00

Application Fee International Students (undergraduate) (non refundable upon completion of registration $65.00 is applied to student account. $100.00

NSF or other returned cheque handling charge $20.00

Prior Learning Assessment Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Prior Learning Assessment Fee (non refundable) 50% of tuition for course credits granted to a maximum of $2,060.00

Replacement Parchment Fee $20.00

Transfer Credit Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Audit Fees (non refundable) one half of the tuition

Notes

Admission Paths
Students may enter Cape Breton University by any of three paths, subject to restrictions of space and program capacity.
1. High school graduates who satisfy the admission requirements of their chosen program.
2. Students who transfer from another post-secondary institution and who are in good standing at that institution and who satisfy the admission requirements for their chosen program. Transfer students may be able to obtain credit in their CBU programs for courses taken elsewhere.
3. Students may also be admitted as non-traditional learners.
Students who enter CBU through any of the above paths and who have not made a final decision in a program may register as students in No Specific Program.
Applicants will be required to submit official documents (e.g. transcripts from other institutions) when they apply for admission. Normally these documents are sent directly from the other institutions to CBU.
Students will also require the approval of the relevant School Dean to register at another university or college while attending CBU.
International Admission Requirements
• Applications for admissions from international students will be reviewed on an individual basis.
• We require graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent, with an average of ‘C’ in five senior academic-level/university preparatory courses.
• Please see the International Admissions section of ourAcademic Calendar or contact our International Admissions/Transfer Credit Advisor, if you have questions about country-specific requirements.
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide documentation to show that CBU’s English language proficiency requirements have been met. Our full English language proficiency policy is detailed in our Academic Calendar.

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The Bachelor of Health Sciences (Public Health) program is devoted to the environmental health dimension of public health. It is accredited by the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors and graduates are academically eligible to sit for national certification examinations leading to the credential Certified Public Health Inspector (Canada) - CPHI(C). The program is available in a four-year option, a two-year post-diploma/degree accelerated option and a one- year professional degree completion option, available via distance education for those already holding the CPHI(C) credential

Entry Requirements

General Undergraduate Admission Requirements
An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance. Additional requirements may apply to specific programs.
If space permits, CBU will accept all candidates who can verify that they have met the minimum entry requirements established by CBU for the programs in which they wish to enroll.
Note: CBU does not guarantee that applications completed after August 1, will be processed for September registration.

Other Fees

Application Fee (undergraduate program) non refundable. $35.00

Application Fee International Students (undergraduate) (non refundable upon completion of registration $65.00 is applied to student account. $100.00

NSF or other returned cheque handling charge $20.00

Prior Learning Assessment Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Prior Learning Assessment Fee (non refundable) 50% of tuition for course credits granted to a maximum of $2,060.00

Replacement Parchment Fee $20.00

Transfer Credit Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Audit Fees (non refundable) one half of the tuition

Notes

Admission Paths
Students may enter Cape Breton University by any of three paths, subject to restrictions of space and program capacity.
1. High school graduates who satisfy the admission requirements of their chosen program.
2. Students who transfer from another post-secondary institution and who are in good standing at that institution and who satisfy the admission requirements for their chosen program. Transfer students may be able to obtain credit in their CBU programs for courses taken elsewhere.
3. Students may also be admitted as non-traditional learners.
Students who enter CBU through any of the above paths and who have not made a final decision in a program may register as students in No Specific Program.
Applicants will be required to submit official documents (e.g. transcripts from other institutions) when they apply for admission. Normally these documents are sent directly from the other institutions to CBU.
Students will also require the approval of the relevant School Dean to register at another university or college while attending CBU.
International Admission Requirements
• Applications for admissions from international students will be reviewed on an individual basis.
• We require graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent, with an average of ‘C’ in five senior academic-level/university preparatory courses.
• Please see the International Admissions section of ourAcademic Calendar or contact our International Admissions/Transfer Credit Advisor, if you have questions about country-specific requirements.
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide documentation to show that CBU’s English language proficiency requirements have been met. Our full English language proficiency policy is detailed in our Academic Calendar.

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In the last two years, more than 31,500 Canadians relied on emergency professionals as they were evacuated from their homes and communities. Between 2010 and 2011, global economic losses or damages increased by US$ 254.4 billion due to natural disasters alone – the highest on record ever!!
In all probability, these trends will continue to rise increasing the demand for knowledgeable and competent emergency management professionals to save lives; protect property, critical infrastructure and the economy; and preserve the environment.

Entry Requirements

General Undergraduate Admission Requirements
An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance. Additional requirements may apply to specific programs.
If space permits, CBU will accept all candidates who can verify that they have met the minimum entry requirements established by CBU for the programs in which they wish to enroll.
Note: CBU does not guarantee that applications completed after August 1, will be processed for September registration.

Other Fees

Application Fee (undergraduate program) non refundable. $35.00

Application Fee International Students (undergraduate) (non refundable upon completion of registration $65.00 is applied to student account. $100.00

NSF or other returned cheque handling charge $20.00

Prior Learning Assessment Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Prior Learning Assessment Fee (non refundable) 50% of tuition for course credits granted to a maximum of $2,060.00

Replacement Parchment Fee $20.00

Transfer Credit Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Audit Fees (non refundable) one half of the tuition

Notes

Admission Paths
Students may enter Cape Breton University by any of three paths, subject to restrictions of space and program capacity.
1. High school graduates who satisfy the admission requirements of their chosen program.
2. Students who transfer from another post-secondary institution and who are in good standing at that institution and who satisfy the admission requirements for their chosen program. Transfer students may be able to obtain credit in their CBU programs for courses taken elsewhere.
3. Students may also be admitted as non-traditional learners.
Students who enter CBU through any of the above paths and who have not made a final decision in a program may register as students in No Specific Program.
Applicants will be required to submit official documents (e.g. transcripts from other institutions) when they apply for admission. Normally these documents are sent directly from the other institutions to CBU.
Students will also require the approval of the relevant School Dean to register at another university or college while attending CBU.
International Admission Requirements
• Applications for admissions from international students will be reviewed on an individual basis.
• We require graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent, with an average of ‘C’ in five senior academic-level/university preparatory courses.
• Please see the International Admissions section of ourAcademic Calendar or contact our International Admissions/Transfer Credit Advisor, if you have questions about country-specific requirements.
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide documentation to show that CBU’s English language proficiency requirements have been met. Our full English language proficiency policy is detailed in our Academic Calendar.

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This degree program combines theoretical principles with the hands-on experience and technical courses related to the understanding of biological, chemical, geological and engineering principles applied to the environment. Aspects unique to assessment of the quality of air, water and soil; the management of pollutants and waste products and sustainable development are emphasized. The Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Environmental Studies) Degree is normally a three year (six academic term) program. Graduates from this program have successful careers in engineering consulting, with all levels of government and industry and in various public corporations.

Entry Requirements

General Undergraduate Admission Requirements
An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance. Additional requirements may apply to specific programs.
If space permits, CBU will accept all candidates who can verify that they have met the minimum entry requirements established by CBU for the programs in which they wish to enroll.
Note: CBU does not guarantee that applications completed after August 1, will be processed for September registration.
High School Graduates: Five Grade 12 advanced or academic courses including English, Mathematics and two sciences (Physics and Chemistry are recommended, with an overall average of at least 60%). Environmental Science 12 may be used as the second science with biology, chemistry or physics.
Diploma/Degree Graduates: Appropriately accredited community college diploma at the technologist level or university science degree, where the programs are a reasonable match. CBU has agreements with many colleges which specify the matching programs and, in some cases, matching courses that allow transfer credits.
Partially Completed Diploma/Degree: Admissions and course selection will be done on an individual basis in consultation with an academic advisor from the Engineering Department.

Other Fees

Application Fee (undergraduate program) non refundable. $35.00

Application Fee International Students (undergraduate) (non refundable upon completion of registration $65.00 is applied to student account. $100.00

NSF or other returned cheque handling charge $20.00

Prior Learning Assessment Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Prior Learning Assessment Fee (non refundable) 50% of tuition for course credits granted to a maximum of $2,060.00

Replacement Parchment Fee $20.00

Transfer Credit Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Audit Fees (non refundable) one half of the tuition

Notes

Admission Paths
Students may enter Cape Breton University by any of three paths, subject to restrictions of space and program capacity.
1. High school graduates who satisfy the admission requirements of their chosen program.
2. Students who transfer from another post-secondary institution and who are in good standing at that institution and who satisfy the admission requirements for their chosen program. Transfer students may be able to obtain credit in their CBU programs for courses taken elsewhere.
3. Students may also be admitted as non-traditional learners.
Students who enter CBU through any of the above paths and who have not made a final decision in a program may register as students in No Specific Program.
Applicants will be required to submit official documents (e.g. transcripts from other institutions) when they apply for admission. Normally these documents are sent directly from the other institutions to CBU.
Students will also require the approval of the relevant School Dean to register at another university or college while attending CBU.
International Admission Requirements
• Applications for admissions from international students will be reviewed on an individual basis.
• We require graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent, with an average of ‘C’ in five senior academic-level/university preparatory courses.
• Please see the International Admissions section of ourAcademic Calendar or contact our International Admissions/Transfer Credit Advisor, if you have questions about country-specific requirements.
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide documentation to show that CBU’s English language proficiency requirements have been met. Our full English language proficiency policy is detailed in our Academic Calendar.

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This degree program combines theoretical principles with the hands-on experience and technical courses related to the manufacturing industry. Aspects unique to mechanical engineering, design, materials properties, machines/robotics, along with quality, cost and human factors in manufacturing operations are emphasized. The program is available in a three year format. The extraordinary quality of this program was nationally recognized for innovation by the 2003 Yves Landry Award, as Canada’s Top Manufacturing Program. Graduation with the degree (or diploma) normally requires that the student take a minimum of 50% of the program's courses from CBU. CBU distance courses can be included to meet the residency requirements. Some joint programs, such as the articulation agreements cited in the Transfer Credit section, may allow special circumstances which differ from this minimum.

Entry Requirements

General Undergraduate Admission Requirements
An overall average of 65% is required for all students applying to most CBU credit programs based on high school performance. Additional requirements may apply to specific programs.
If space permits, CBU will accept all candidates who can verify that they have met the minimum entry requirements established by CBU for the programs in which they wish to enroll.
Note: CBU does not guarantee that applications completed after August 1, will be processed for September registration.
High School Graduates: Five Grade 12 advanced or academic courses including English, Mathematics and two sciences (Physics and Chemistry are recommended, with an overall average of at least 60%). Environmental Science 12 may be used as the second science with biology, chemistry or physics.
Diploma/Degree Graduates: Appropriately accredited community college diploma at the technologist level or university science degree, where the programs are a reasonable match. CBU has agreements with many colleges which specify the matching programs and, in some cases, matching courses that allow transfer credits.
Partially Completed Diploma/Degree: Admissions and course selection will be done on an individual basis in consultation with an academic advisor from the Engineering Department.

Other Fees

Application Fee (undergraduate program) non refundable. $35.00

Application Fee International Students (undergraduate) (non refundable upon completion of registration $65.00 is applied to student account. $100.00

NSF or other returned cheque handling charge $20.00

Prior Learning Assessment Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Prior Learning Assessment Fee (non refundable) 50% of tuition for course credits granted to a maximum of $2,060.00

Replacement Parchment Fee $20.00

Transfer Credit Application Fee (non refundable) $50.00

Audit Fees (non refundable) one half of the tuition

Notes

Admission Paths
Students may enter Cape Breton University by any of three paths, subject to restrictions of space and program capacity.
1. High school graduates who satisfy the admission requirements of their chosen program.
2. Students who transfer from another post-secondary institution and who are in good standing at that institution and who satisfy the admission requirements for their chosen program. Transfer students may be able to obtain credit in their CBU programs for courses taken elsewhere.
3. Students may also be admitted as non-traditional learners.
Students who enter CBU through any of the above paths and who have not made a final decision in a program may register as students in No Specific Program.
Applicants will be required to submit official documents (e.g. transcripts from other institutions) when they apply for admission. Normally these documents are sent directly from the other institutions to CBU.
Students will also require the approval of the relevant School Dean to register at another university or college while attending CBU.
International Admission Requirements
• Applications for admissions from international students will be reviewed on an individual basis.
• We require graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent, with an average of ‘C’ in five senior academic-level/university preparatory courses.
• Please see the International Admissions section of ourAcademic Calendar or contact our International Admissions/Transfer Credit Advisor, if you have questions about country-specific requirements.
Applicants whose first language is not English must provide documentation to show that CBU’s English language proficiency requirements have been met. Our full English language proficiency policy is detailed in our Academic Calendar.

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