Arts in Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security

Learn more about studying Arts in Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security as an international student.

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Key facts

Program
Master's
Duration
2 years
Program
On campus
Pace
Full-time
Annual tuition fee
19,080CAD
Start date
Jan, Sep
University ranking
Not ranked

Program overview

What Niagara University, Ontario says about their program:

The purpose of this interdisciplinary program is to enable and empower a new generation of leader practitioners focused on Disaster/Emergency Management and National Security. This graduate program trains students to respond effectively to urgent societal problems, ranging from weather-related emergencies to attacks on critical infrastructure. Graduates of this program will be equipped with cutting edge theoretical tools necessary to analyze the broad spectrum of threats that societies face in the 21st century, as well as the practical skills necessary to implement and lead an emergency response process.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Proof of a baccalaureate degree (both 3 year and 4 year baccalaureate degrees are accepted) from a recognized post secondary institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 using a 4.0-point scale, or a B average if letter grades were used

Postgraduate academic requirements

Proof of a 4 year baccalaureate degree
Accredited four year undergraduate degree from a recognized post secondary institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 using a 4.0 point scale, or a B average if letter grades were used

English proficiency

*Bachelor of Professional Studies

TOEFL iBT
100
TOEFL PBT
600
TOEFL CBT
250
IELTS
7.0

Graduate

TOEFL iBT
** 100
TOEFL PBT
600
TOEFL CBT
250
IELTS
6.5
Duolingo
125+

English proficiency waivers

Your native language is English
Received degree from a Canadian or US institution

Documents required

Undergraduate

Application form
Academic transcripts
Official transcript evaluation
Diploma of previous studies
Translations
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of passport
Two references (academic, professional and/or volunteer)
Statement of intent
Resume and/or experience profile

Graduate

Application form
Academic transcripts
Official transcript evaluation
Diploma of previous studies
Translations
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of passport
Two letters of reference
Personal statement
GRE/GMAT scores if applicable
An up-to-date resume
Work experience if applicable

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Fees and funding

Fee information

Undergraduate tuition
CAD$17,250 per year
Graduate tuition
CAD$24,000 per year

Funding

Undergraduate

Teacher Education Fund Niagara University in Ontario’s Teacher Education Fund annually provides three scholarships to students who are in their first semester of study in the Bachelor of Professional Studies Program offered in Ontario. The applications are due towards the end of the first semester of study.

Amount
Three scholarships of up to CAD$2,000 each
Requirements
In order to be eligible for this scholarship a student must be enrolled as a full-time student in the Bachelor of Professional Studies Program at Niagara University in Ontario, have demonstrated academic excellence with a minimum GPA of 3.0 at the end of the first semester of study, and be in good academic standing.

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What is the cost of living near Niagara University, Ontario?

Category	Cost (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre	$1,821Range: $1,300 to $2,634
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre	$1,599Range: $1,047 to $2,218
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)	$211Range: $118 to $400
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)	$85Range: $60 to $125
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)	$60Range: $34 to $100
Monthly public transport pass	$103Range: $72 to $156
Monthly grocery basket	$350Range: $250 to $500
Coffee shop drink	$5Range: $3 to $8
Cinema or cultural event ticket	$16Range: $13 to $22
Gym membership	$58Range: $25 to $100

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Niagara University, Ontario

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Canada student visa requirements