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Ways to learn

Enhance your academic journey by customizing your degree

Dalhousie offers many learning options inside and outside the classroom. From customizing your program with a certificate or minor, work-integrated learning opportunities, upgrading and pathways programs, to studying abroad — the choice is yours.

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Minors

Combine disciplines across subject areas to expand the scope of your degree. 

Discover available minors

Certificates

Complete a certificate to build skills in a specialized area of study. 

Learn more about certificates available at Dal

Work integrated learning and co-operative education

Put your classroom learning into practice through co-op, field work, internships, international learning experiences, practicums and placements.

Find work-integrated learning and cooperative education options for you
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Truro Start

Build a strong foundation for your academic success by choosing to start your studies in a small cohort with dedicated resources and supports on the Truro Campus.

Learn about our Truro Start Program
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Upgrading and pathways

Regardless of your academic background, there is a pathway to study at Dalhousie University. You have a variety of options whether you’re looking to upgrade to meet admissions requirements, take courses to prepare you for university level course work. 

Make your university dream a reality
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Study abroad

An international learning experience is more than a course in another country, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be introduced to new cultures, languages, and perspectives, while gaining invaluable academic insight.

Discover international learning opportunities
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Have questions?

We’re here to help, with dedicated advisors to support you in choosing your program, submitting your application, learning about campus life and getting involved, and more.

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