University College of Cape Breton

 

It continues to provide a learning path with an intellectual and economic focus, preparing students for today's employment opportunities and those they will find in the 21st century. The university enjoys steady enrollment growth, registering 3,500 full and part-time students every year. Its university college status has led to its development of innovative transfer credits which attract graduates from other provinces and countries to its degree-completion opportunities.
  • The University enjoys a full time enrollment of 3,500 students
  • Offered through strategic alliances, a Master of Business Administration, a Master of Business Administration in Community Economic Development
  • 16,000 clients serviced through the thriving Extension and Community Affairs Department
  • Largest ACCESS Program for Mi'kmaq students in the Atlantic Region
  • Applied Research facilities including:
    • CAD/CAM Manufacturing and Technology Laboratory
    • The GIS/GPS Lab
    • The Virtual Reality Software Lab
    • The Marketing Research Center
    • Environmental Services Laboratory
  • Customized contract skills training
  • 337 seat Playhouse/Theatre
  • Art Gallery, National Standard  
  • Unique programming at UCCB includes the Bachelor of Arts in Community Studies; Bachelor of Technology options in Environmental, Environmental Health Information Technology and Nautical Sciences; BBA in Tourism and Marketing; and strong offerings in Communications and Community Economic Development. Applied research through specialized facilities complements the strong degree programs.