Dalhousie University is proudly located in Halifax, Nova Scotia which is ranked one of the friendliest cities in the world. Founded in 1818, we're one of Canada’s oldest universities, attracting more than 19,000 students from around the world. We make a lasting impact by blending transformative academic programs with pioneering research on Canada’s East Coast.
- #301 Ranking
- 71 Bachelors
- 1,165 Academic Staff
- 16,077 Students
- 4,502 Students (int'l)
- 8,682 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Bachelor's programmes
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (16)
- B.Sc. Actuarial Science
- B.A. Biology
- B.Sc. Bioveterinary Science
- B.Sc./B.A. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Environmental Sciences
- B.Sc. Integrated Science
- B.Sc./B.A. Marine Biology
- B.Sc./B.A. Mathematics
- B.Sc./B.A. Neuroscience
- B.Sc./B.A. Physics and Atmospheric Science
- B.Sc. Plant Science
- B.Sc./B.A. Psychology
- B.Sc./B.A. Statistics
Social Sciences (14)
- B.Sc. Agricultural Economics
- B.A. Canadian Studies
- B.C.D. Community Design
- B.A. Contemporary Studies
- B.Sc./B.A. Economics
- B.A. European Studies
- B.A. Political Science
- B.Sc./B.A. Psychology
- B.A. Russian Studies
Business & Management (12)
- B.Sc. Actuarial Science
- B.Sc. Agricultural Business
- BComm Commerce
- B.Sc./B.A. Economics
- B.Comm. Entrepreneurship
- B.Mgmt. Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Bachelor International Food Business
- B.Mgmt. Knowledge Management
- B.Mgmt. Management
- B.Mgmt. Management and Globalization
- B.Sc./B.A. Mathematics
Humanities (12)
- B.A. Classics
- B.A. Creative Writing
- B.A. Early Modern Studies
- B.A. English
- B.A. French
- B.A. German
- B.A. History
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Religious Studies
- B.A. Russian Studies
Medicine & Health (10)
- B.Sc. Bioveterinary Science
- B.H.Sc. Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
- B.Sc.H.P. Health Promotion
- B.H.Sc. Health Sciences
- B.Sc. Kinesiology
- B.Sc. Medical Sciences
- B.Sc.N. Nursing
- B.Sc. Recreation (Therapeutic)
- B.Sc./B.Mgmt. Recreation Management
Arts, Design & Architecture (8)
- Bachelor Architecture
- B.C.D. Community Design
- B.A. Costume Studies
- B.A. Early Modern Studies
- B.Tech. Landscape Architecture
- B.Mus. Music
- B.A. Theatre
Agriculture & Forestry (7)
- B.Sc. Agricultural Business
- B.Sc. Agricultural Economics
- B.Sc. Animal Science
- B.Sc. Aquaculture
- Bachelor International Food Business
- B.Sc./B.A. Marine Biology
- B.Sc./B.A. Ocean Sciences
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (7)
- B.Sc./B.A. Earth Sciences
- B.Sc./B.A./B.Mgmt. Environment, Sustainability and Society
- B.Sc./B.A. Environmental Science
- B.Sc. Environmental Sciences
- B.Sc./B.A. Ocean Sciences
- B.Sc./B.A. Physics and Atmospheric Science
Computer Science & IT (3)
- Bachelor Applied Computer Science
- B.C.S. Computer Science
- B.Sc./B.A. Statistics
Engineering & Technology (3)
- Bachelor Architecture
- B.Eng. Engineering
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- B.A. Costume Studies
Education & Training (1)
- B.Sc./B.A. Psychology
Journalism & Media (1)
Law (1)
Pre-Bachelor's programmes
Medicine & Health (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Pre-Veterinary Medicine
About
History
In the early 19th century, George Ramsay, the ninth Earl of Dalhousie and Nova Scotia Lieutenant-Governor at the time, wanted to establish a Halifax college open to all, regardless of class or creed.
The spoils of war helped fulfill his dream. During the War of 1812, Castine, a small port in Maine, was being used as a base by American privateers who harassed ships along the Eastern Seaboard.
Education
Dalhousie combines the prestige of a big-name university with a hands-on, collaborative education — all students have access to experiential learning opportunities in their programs and nearly 90% are taking advantage of it.
Research
Our membership in the U15 distinguishes us as one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities, attracting more than $150 million in research grants and awards each year. Many of our researchers are nationally and internationally recognized for their work, whether it’s groundbreaking, thought-provoking or solving real-world issues.
Career
The Career Information Centre exists to help students move forward in their educational and career planning.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
301 -50
2022
251
2021
251
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
301 -100
2021
201
2020
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
308 -36
2022
272 19
2021
291
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
314 3
2022
317 8
2021
325
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The most noteworthy change is the creation of a new vice-provost, student affairs position that replaces the vice-president student services. In an email to all students, Dr. Watters explained the rationale for realigning Dal’s student service functions within the Provost’s Office, citing the cross-function nature of Dal’s priorities within its new Strategic Direction (specifically, helping more students succeed in their studies and complete their degrees).
Housing services
The Student Accessibility Centre (Halifax Campus) and the Student Success Centre (Agricultural Campus) are Dalhousie’s centres of expertise on student access, inclusion, and accommodation support. We work collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to create an inclusive educational environment for students.
Library services
With five libraries, two learning commons, archival collections, a Geographical Information Sciences (GIS) Centre, and a Copyright Office, the libraries provide timely, context-sensitive service in person or online. Our University Librarian is Donna Bourne-Tyson.
Medical services
Dalhousie provides health & wellness support to Dalhousie and King's students through an interprofessional collaborative model and stepped care approach to wellness. With a professional and peer support network, students have access to services and support, workshops, online resources, and more.
Student Life
Campus life
The purpose of a new capital project and major renovation is to support the goals of the university through fostering academic innovation, enriching student experience, strengthening enrolment, supporting research excellence, developing outstanding human resources, sustaining campus renewal, ensuring financial stability, and engaging our community.
Sports facilities
Dalhousie a wide array of sport and recreational facilities, including Dalplex, Sexton Gym, and the Langille Athletic Centre in Truro, to suit the needs of students, faculty, staff, and commmunity users. Whether you’re brand new, you’ve been a member for a while, or you’re thinking about joining and want to see what we have to offer, come by for a FREE building tour of any facility.
Student clubs
Within the Student Union Building (SUB), the DSU provides a number of services to make your life at Dalhousie more enjoyable. These services include:
- The Grawood Lounge
- Tim Hortons
- Union Market
- Student Advocacy Service
- Campus Copy (photocopy centre and computer facility)
- society space
- meeting facilities
- locker rentals
- support for Tiger Patrol (drive-home service)
- CKDU, our own radio station
- The Gazette (student newspaper)
Accreditation
Programs in the Rowe School of Business have been accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business).
Student Reviews
Dalhousie university
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
It was good, it just cause of COVID that they weren’t as helpful to the international students
Dal!!
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Could have better professors, more in person classes but I love Halifax and Dalhousie has a great student experience and community
Great programme
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
The programme is great. The faculty is very friendly.
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