Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Degree type
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration4 years
- Delivery methodOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee30,906CAD
- Start dateJan, Sep
- QS Ranking#298
Program overview
What Dalhousie University says about their program:
The Agricultural Business program at Dalhousie University offers a Bachelor of Science degree focused on the intersection of agriculture and business. This program is designed to provide students with essential skills in management and innovation within the agricultural sector.
The curriculum emphasizes real-world experience through access to labs and outdoor classrooms, allowing students to engage in practical learning. Students can also choose to pursue a five-year honours program, which includes the opportunity to research and write a thesis on a topic of interest.
This program is ideal for those looking to build a career in agribusiness, with potential roles including farm manager, agri-food sales, and agri-food technician. Graduates will be well-prepared to stand out in the job market with demonstrated knowledge of business principles in the agri-food sector.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- International qualifications must be equivalent to a Dalhousie University four-year bachelor's degree.
- Academic standing must be equivalent to a Dalhousie University B grade average.
English proficiency
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
English proficiency waivers
Documents required
- Passport
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree certificate or diploma
- Proof of English proficiency
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Finance proof
- Translations
- Credential evaluations
Additional requirements
Documents
- Applicants must provide official transcripts of their previous academic studies
- Applicants must submit a resume or CV as part of their application
- Minimum overall average of 75%
Recommendations
- A letter of reference (either academic or professional) is required for admission
How to apply
Direct
Mixed deadlineApplication fee70.00 CADFee waiverNot stated for this route
Fees
Dalhousie University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Dalhousie University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.
Fee information
- Undergraduate and Postgraduate tuition
CAD$18,546 per year
Funding
A.S. Mowat Prize
- Available for international students.
- Recipients will have met all admission requirements and received an offer of admission.
- Amount
CAD$1,500
What is the cost of living near Dalhousie University?
| Category | Cost (in Canadian Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,933 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,469 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $145 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $92 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $60 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $91 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $278 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | $100 |
| Coffee shop drink | $6 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $16 |
| Gym membership | $60 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and educationdata.org (Editorial estimate).
Visa requirements for Dalhousie University
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