Dalhousie is located in Halifax, which is ranked one of the friendliest cities in the world and is the capital of the province of Nova Scotia. With warm summers and relatively mild winters due to its proximity to the ocean, temperatures range from 24 in the summer to -8 in the winter when heavy snowfall is also experienced. Dalhousie is ranked as Atlantic Canada’s top university and has received a 5 star rating for Teaching.
It will not be possible to complete a year abroad at this University if you have any assessments, such as supplementary or deferred exams, during the August assessment period at Swansea University.
Who can study here?
Swansea has a ‘university-wide’ partnership with this university which means that it is open to all subject area except for American Studies, English Language, Education, Early Childhood Studies, Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy, Law or Geography.
Spaces are not guaranteed, can be limited and all students on a semester/year abroad programme are subject to a university-wide, competitive selection process.
Important information
ACADEMIC YEAR: Runs September to May.
COSTS: The cost of living in Halifax will vary depending on the type of accommodation and meal plan you select. Dalhousie has a living costs page which includes estimated living costs in Halifax for the academic year. You may also be charged additional fees such as for transport and Student Union facilities for your time at Dalhousie. Your host university will provide more information on additional costs.
VISA: You will need a Study Permit and will be required to provide financial evidence of at least CAN$20,635 (subject to change). The Study Permit application fee is approx. CAN$150. Your host university will provide you with more information about the application process. You must allow enough time to complete the study permit application and for your study permit to be processed and sent to you. There can be significant delays so please do not leave this until the last minute as you cannot travel to Canada without it.
ACCOMMODATION: On-campus accommodation is available and usually includes a meal plan. Accommodation spaces are limited and students should apply early and by the set deadlines. Off campus accommodation is available but can be difficult to source. Information on living in Dalhousie can be found here.
HEALTH INSURANCE: You will be required to pay for comprehensive health insurance coverage for your time at Dalhousie. The DSU Health and Dental Plan is automatically charged to your student account once you have been accepted by Dalhousie and provides coverage for doctors and hospital visits.
USEFUL LINKS:
Helena (Accounting and Finance)
My experience was everything I thought and more. I met loads of new people and got to go on many different trips both close to Dalhousie and further afield such as Niagara Falls. It helped me gain confidence, improved my communication skills and allowed me to become more adaptable as I experienced a different style of teaching. I couldn’t recommend studying abroad more highly and wish I could do it all over again!
