Bachelor of Education in Adult Education

at University of New Brunswick - Fredericton Campus Canada

The Classical Studies program is designed for students who wish to study the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome either as a secondary interest (e.g. a double major) or as preparation for entrance into further professional studies (architecture, education, journalism, law, library science, museum studies). 

Classical Studies offers students the option of studying the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome with only minimal or no language study.  It is a perfect fit for those who wish to develop their interest in and knowledge of Ancient Greece and Rome but who do not wish to continue their study of ancient societies into a career or post-graduate study.

Our MBA programs offer you a professional, experienced and fresh perspective on the business world. Through rigorous academic learning you will develop and sharpen your knowledge of business and through our entrepreneurial and experiential learning options you will realize your potential to lead and create opportunities for yourself, your organization and your community.

Our MBA students join a close community of other graduate students, professors, alumni and local business leaders. When asked what they like best about our MBA program, students often mention the close community, the quality and availability of our professors, and the opportunities to apply their learning to real world business situations.

Many of our graduates are entrepreneurs or are CEOs and presidents of start-ups. Others have careers with banks and investment firms; marketing and communications firms; law firms (some are partners); government (either in the public service or as elected officials) and government agencies; and accounting firms.

Concentration in Management Analytics
Increased digitization is drastically changing the way organizations operate, creating a huge need for graduates who are tech savvy and capable of making sense of the vast amount of data available. The ability to analyze data, make sense of it, and use it to the competitive advantage of organizations is a skill that is increasingly in high demand. Gain a valuable skill set to help your organizations make better decisions. 

The degree of Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) is offered through the Faculty of Science in partnership with the New Brunswick Community College in Saint John (NBCC-SJ). Enrolment will be limited and based on availability of seats in the Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program at NBCC-SJ. Students may enter the program only with approval from the Dean of Science or the program Director.

The BMLS degree requires completion of the MLT program either prior to or after completion of 84 credit hours of courses at UNB. For graduation, students must have completed the UNB portion of the degree as well as 2.5 years of the MLT program at NBCC-SJ and have passed the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) exams required for professional practice.

Do you want to explore and understand the impacts of humans on the environment and of the environment on humans? Do you want to learn to use the scientific approach to solve environmental problems?

Navigating the complex issues involved is a challenge that requires a broad range of skills and perspectives pertaining to earth’s environmental system: its biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and geosphere. This type of training is brought together at the University of New Brunswick through our interdisciplinary programs in the environmental sciences.

Creative. Innovative. Strategic. Those are the ingredients of a successful entrepreneur. And those are the ingredients UNB will hand you through its Entrepreneurship program.

You’ll learn how to recognize opportunities, refine your ideas, and launch businesses. Even if you’re not interested in running your own business, our program will teach you to be creative, strategic, and innovative so that you can help organizations and communities thrive.

Why Entrepreneurship at UNB?
Home to one of the most innovative entrepreneurial ecosystems in the country, UNB was named Canada's most entrepreneurial university by Startup Canada in 2014. You’ll learn from prestigious faculty members, recognized for teaching and research, and from prominent business leaders through partnerships and competitions. At UNB's Fredericton campus you can specialize in entrepreneurship by completing a concentration.

In the six credit hour Venture Assessment course you will work with our partners at the New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF) to assess startups in their portfolio to determine if they are investment ready. Additionally, you will analyze and deliberate over applications from UNB-led startups to recommend up to two real cash investments each year from the Fraser Student Venture Fund.

Hands-on learning:

• Annual business plan competition – winners can receive cash prizes to launch startups
• Co-operative Education (Co-op) program consisting of a minimum of three four-month work terms. Accredited by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education.

Skills you will acquire:

• Recognize entrepreneurial and investment opportunities
• Analyze market opportunities
• Write effective business plans
• Analyze and communicate financial forecasts
• Develop business plans, including Lean Launch Pad and customer validation approaches
• Deliver a professional and persuasive “pitch” to potential partners and investors

Russian and Eurasian Studies is an interdisciplinary major and minor program administered by a committee drawn from the departments involved in the program. Interested students should first contact the Director who is the representative from the Russian section of the Department of Culture and Language Studies.

PROGRAMS OF STUDY

• Major in Russian and Eurasian Studies
  • A major in Russian and Eurasian Studies shall consist of a minimum of 30 ch of advanced level courses relating to Russia and the former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe. To qualify to enter this program, students must first have satisfactorily completed 6 ch in the Russian language at the introductory level (RUSS 1013 and RUSS 1023 ) and 6 ch at the intermediate level (RUSS 2013 and RUSS 2023). The 30 ch for the Major will be selected from the list below and must meet the following requirements:

Our MBA programs offer you a professional, experienced and fresh perspective on the business world. Through rigorous academic learning you will develop and sharpen your knowledge of business and through our entrepreneurial and experiential learning options you will realize your potential to lead and create opportunities for yourself, your organization and your community.

Our MBA students join a close community of other graduate students, professors, alumni and local business leaders. When asked what they like best about our MBA program, students often mention the close community, the quality and availability of our professors, and the opportunities to apply their learning to real world business situations.

Many of our graduates are entrepreneurs or are CEOs and presidents of start-ups. Others have careers with banks and investment firms; marketing and communications firms; law firms (some are partners); government (either in the public service or as elected officials) and government agencies; and accounting firms.

Areas of specialization

• Concentration in Venture Commercialization, Scaling, and Investment: UNB's Faculty of Management is a hub for entrepreneurial learning. Work with a real-life start-up and learn how to launch a business; then work with real venture capitalists to learn how to assess whether a start-up is investment-ready.
• Concentration in Management Analytics: Increased digitization is drastically changing the way organizations operate, creating a huge need for graduates who are tech savvy and capable of making sense of the vast amount of data available. The ability to analyze data, make sense of it, and use it to the competitive advantage of organizations is a skill that is increasingly in high demand. Gain a valuable skill set to help your organizations make better decisions. 
• MBA in Sport and Recreation Management: Combine the MBA with your interests in Sport and Recreation Management and prepare for a career in professional or amateur sports, not-for-profit organizations, a recreation facility, resort or park. 

Accounting is the language of business. It tells you if you’re winning or losing – exploding or imploding. Accounting is the language you need to succeed.

You’ll acquire this language through UNB’s Accounting programs by learning how to record, interpret, and report economic data. Once you master this language, you’ll have the answer to key questions: Is your company succeeding or failing? Is it using its resources effectively? What changes should be implemented? What does its future look like?

Why Accounting at UNB?
We offer honours in accounting, which includes the courses needed to qualify for the professional level education program, which is required to become a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). We also offer a concentration in accounting.

You’ll learn from top-notch instructors recognized nationally and internationally for teaching and research. Our small class sizes mean greater interaction between you, your instructors, and your peers.

Hands-on learning:

• Co-operative (Co-op) education program consisting of a minimum of three four-month work terms. Accredited by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education.
• Accounting internship
• Coursework requiring real-life business challenges

Skills you will acquire:

• Read balance sheets and analyze financial statements
• Understand Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Apply accounting principles and standards
• Prepare and manage budgets
• Determine the costs of products for financial statements

Mechanical engineers solve problems. They focus on making the world a better place by creating efficient, safe, and environmentally sound components and systems.

In UNB’s Mechanical Engineering program, you’ll learn to analyze, design, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems. You’ll gain the skills you need to create and build mechanical devices such as spacecraft and artificial limbs, to design automation, medical tools, robotics, and ventilation systems, and to redesign existing mechanical systems and components to be more affordable and environmentally sound. 

Mechanical Engineering is available as a major in the Bachelor of Science in Engineering program.

Why Mechanical Engineering at UNB?
Many of New Brunswick’s successful mechanical engineers have graduated from UNB’s Mechanical Engineering program. That’s because the program offers exciting and diverse program options, including Biomedical Engineering and Mechatronics. 

Hands-on learning:

• Co-operative Education (Co-op) program
• Coursework requiring hands-on design projects
• On-campus machine shop for building and testing prototypes

Skills you will acquire:

• Analyze, design, improve, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems and devices
• Solve problems using applied physics and other science disciplines
• Find solutions that respect the environment and other stakeholders
• Communicate technical solutions
• Work with other engineering disciplines

In the Psychology program at UNB’s Fredericton campus, you’ll explore human behavior- our desires, impulses, actions and emotions- in the context of the science that drives it.

The Psychology program will prepare you for a variety of careers including policymaking at the local, national or global level, or professional programs in a range of healthcare areas such as neuropsychology, speech and language pathology, or medicine.

You’ll have the opportunity to complete courses in:

• Cognitive neuroscience (the connection between the brain and behavior)
• Drugs and behavior
• Physiological psychology
• Surveys of the senses
• Laboratory courses that allow for more intensive study

You will become well equipped to work in a variety of environments and you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to make decisions based on sound scientific principles. 

Hands-on learning:

• Gain real-life experiences through work-study opportunities that engage your interests
• Travel abroad through our exchange and internship programs
• Conduct and analyze innovative experiments in laboratory courses
• Experiential learning through field study courses in a variety of Science programs
• Summer research opportunities