About Brock University

 

Located at the centre of Canada's beautiful Niagara Peninsula in St. Catharines, Ont., Brock University is the only Canadian university with the distinction of being part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

 

The University offers strong undergraduate, graduate and interdisciplinary degree programs that include co-op and other experiential learning opportunities to a student population of more than 17,000.

 

Brock University graduates continue to enjoy one of the highest employment rates of all Ontario universities at 97.2 per cent. Brock celebrates the success of its 50,000 graduates who apply their degrees to careers throughout Canada and around the world.

The quality of education at Brock University continues to score high marks with students who gave the University a grade of ‘A- in the Globe and Mail's 2005 University Report Card.

 

Our commitment to the individual student and to the highest standards of teaching and research excellence is reflected in the growing numbers applying to Brock. The percentage increase in student applications to Brock continues to rise and is one of the highest among Ontario universities.

 

Brock students can expect the close, personal attention of a dedicated faculty and the opportunity to explore their academic interests through participation in seminars and labs.

The University is expanding the number of programs offered at the undergraduate and graduate levels and is introducing new co-op programs across all faculties. Brock offers one of the largest selections of co-op programs in Canada.

 

To meet the increasing demand for Brock education, more than $87 million in construction has been committed or commissioned to expand the campus. Over the last few years, the University completed construction of academic buildings, the Walker Complex, which is Niagara's largest recreational facility and student residence. Recently, Brock approved the construction of a $22.6-million facility to house a new bookstore moreover to provide additional academic space and house the Lifespan Development Research Centre, a facility that is unique in Canada.

 

The University also operates a campus in Hamilton, Ont., that is used primarily for teacher education.

 

Brock serves the Niagara region as a cultural, academic and recreational centre and offers the community excellent facilities for people of all ages.

 

Brock's annual economic impact on the Niagara region is $265 million.

 

The Brock campus is a safe and gives friendly environment. The park-like setting of the University with its wide-open space offers a number of outdoor activities at any time of year.

 

Established in 1964, Brock was named after Maj.-General Sir Isaac Brock, who lost his life at Queenston Heights in the War of 1812. His last words were, "Surgite! Push on!" — which has become the University's motto.