History
UNB began with a petition presented to Governor Thomas Carleton on Dec. 13, 1785. Headed by William Paine, the seven memorialists asked Carleton to grant a charter of incorporation for an "academy or school of liberal arts and sciences," which they maintained would result in many "public advantages and conveniences.".
Education
We will provide an exceptional and transformative education for our students, by encouraging initiative and innovation, unlocking their creative potential. Our graduates will be prepared to make a significant difference - creating opportunities for themselves and for others.
Research
Researchers are active in a diverse array of subjects ranging from social and government policy to the development of innovative technologies in many scientific fields. UNB researchers are helping develop the next generation of alternative energy technologies, helping lay the groundwork for smarter, safer computing, aiding in the protection of the environment and assisting in furthering humanity's understanding of outer space.
Career
Career Connections will help you figure out who you are – your strengths and interests – as you find which field of study and careers are right for you. Career Connections also helps connect you to the experts, workshops, and information you need to succeed in your studies and future work.
Short Courses
Business & Management (23)
- Short Course Attract and Recruit
- Short Course Cannabis - A Manager's Perspective
- Short Course Cannabis - An Employee's Perspective
- Short Course Compensation and Benefits
- Certificate Conflict Resolution for HR Professionals
- Short Course Current Issues In HR - Wellness
- Short Course Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
- Short Course Financial Management
- Short Course Getting to Done - Project Close Out Best Practices
- Short Course Labour Relations
- Short Course Leading Project-Driven Change Management
- Certificate Management Development Program
- Certificate Management Essentials
- Short Course Performance Management Systems
- Short Course Positive Workplace Culture
- Certificate Project Management
- Short Course Project Management Essentials
- Certificate Psychologically Safe Leadership
- Certificate Safety Leadership
- Short Course Strategic Planning
- Short Course Transition to Supervision
- Short Course Working with Vendors and Contractors
- Short Course Workplace Investigation Training
Social Sciences (19)
- Short Course ASD Special Housing
- Short Course Addressing Noncompliance in Children with ASD
- Short Course Autism Spectrum Disorder and First Responders
- Short Course Burning the Candle At Both Ends
- Short Course Implementing Meaningful and Respectful Interventions
- Short Course It Takes Setting a Village Up for Success
- Short Course Let Me Hear Your Voice
- Short Course Organizational Effectiveness
- Short Course Pathway to Coping
- Short Course Science and Pseudoscience in Autism
- Short Course Supporting Salon Visits
- Short Course The Role of Assent in Behavior Analytic Practice
- Short Course Trauma-informed Care and Neurodiversity
- Certificate Traumas and Cognitive Approaches for Autism
- Short Course Understanding Personalities and Team Building
Medicine & Health (4)
- Certificate New Brunswick Critical Care Nursing Program
- Certificate Psychologically Safe Leadership
- Certificate Safety Leadership
Education & Training (3)
- Short Course Coaching School Teams to Success
- Short Course Training and Development
Law (2)
- Short Course Employment Law
- Short Course Employment Law
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2024
601
2023
601
2022
601
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.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2024
711 -10
2023
701 -50
2022
651
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
2024
-
2023
948 6
2022
954
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.
Student services
Here are just some of the support services you can take advantage of:
- Math Help Centre
- Writing & Study Skills Centre
- Financial Aid
- Career and personal counseling
- Career Development and Employment Centre
- Saferide
- Safewalk
- Student Accessibility Centre
- Tutor Inventory
- Exam De-Stress Dog Program
Housing services
First-year students do better socially and academically when they stay in residence. Living in residence gives you the freedom of living on your own while providing the support you need to transition successfuly to university life.
You can choose from 13 different residences on the Fredericton campus- including co-ed, all-male, and all-female.
You can choose from 2 different co-ed residences on the Saint John campus: the Dr. Colin B MacKay Residence and Sir James Dunn Residence.
Library services
The Harriet Irving Library (HIL) is the main library on UNB’s Fredericton campus and is located directly across from the Student Union Building (SUB). The HIL team is dedicated to supporting the study, teaching and research needs of students, faculty and staff at the University of New Brunswick and St. Thomas University and also act as a resource for the wider community.
Medical services
The UNB Student Health Centre is committed to providing quality primary health care. Open year round to full-time UNB and STU students. We assess and manage a wide variety of medical problems. We know the importance of wellness to a student's academic success and our goal is to help you keep interuptions to your studies to a minimum.
Campus life
When you choose UNB, you'll be living in a beautiful, historic city with young, active populations and lots to do. Whether you choose to live in Fredericton, New Brunswick's capital city, or Saint John, New Brunswick's largest city, you'll be surrounded by a supportive and welcoming community ready to make you feel at home. Fredericton and Saint John have vibrant art and music scenes, fabulous farmers markets, and endless places to explore outdoors. We're surrounded by picturesque rivers, ocean, parks and trails.
Sports facilities
The University of New Brunswick offers a mix of varsity and club sports as well as many recreational activities on both campuses. At UNB, there's something for everyone:
- Baseball
- Cheerleading
- Cricket
- Cross Country
- Curling
- Dance
- Fencing
- Field Hockey
- Football
- Judo
- Lacrosse
- Masters Swimming
- Ringette
- Rock and Ice Climbing
- Rowing
- Rugby (Men's)
- Rugby (Women's)
- Sailing
- Scuba
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Wrestling
Student clubs
Get involved at the University of New Brunswick's Fredericton campus. From dancing and debating to rock climbing and scuba diving, there's an activity for everyone. Learn new skills and meet new people, in some cases, clubs can make you realize what direction you want to take in life.
If you're looking for your university experience to be more than just textbooks and classes, join a club on campus. The University of New Brunswick Saint John hosts over 50 clubs and societies- there’s something for everyone.
- Film Society
- Multicultural Association
- Chess Club
- Women in Business Society
- Math Society
- True Colors
- African Caribbean Society
- Creating Conversations
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