Located at the centre of Canada's beautiful Niagara Peninsula in St. Catharines, Ont., Brock University is the only Canadian university with the distinction of being part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
The University offers strong undergraduate, graduate and interdisciplinary degree programs that include co-op and other experiential learning opportunities to a student population of more than 17,000.
The quality of education at Brock University continues to score high marks with students who gave the University a grade of A- in the Globe and Mail's 2005 University Report Card.
Our commitment to the individual student and to the highest standards of teaching and research excellence is reflected in the growing numbers applying to Brock. The percentage increase in student applications to Brock continues to rise and is one of the highest among Ontario universities.
To meet an increasing demand for a Brock education, more than $87 million in construction has been committed or commissioned to expand the campus. Over the last few years, the University completed construction of academic buildings, the Walker Complex, which is Niagara's largest recreational facility, and student residences. Recently, Brock approved the construction of a $22.6-million facility to house a new bookstore, provide additional academic space and house the Lifespan Development Research Centre, a facility unique in Canada.
Opened in 1964, Brock was named for Maj.-General Sir Isaac Brock, who lost his life at Queenston Heights in the War of 1812. His last words are said to be, "Surgite! Push on!" — which have become the University's motto. |
