Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John’s Campus (SJC): P.O.Box4200 St.John’s NL A1C 5S7 Canada Email:international_registrar@mun.ca Phone: 709 864 4431
Grenfell Campus (GC): 20 University Drive Corner Brook NL A2H 5G4 Email: study@grenfell.mun.ca Phone: (709) 637-6269
Marine Institute: P.O. Box 4920 St. John’s NL A1C 5R3 Canada Email: international.stu@mi.mun.ca Phone: +1 709-778-0631

Arts & Social Science
Degree Programs: Business(BBA), English (BA), Historical Studies (BA), Humanities (BA), Psychology (BA/BSc.), Social/cultural studies (BA)
Minors: Business, Canadian Studies, Classics, Economics, English, Folklore, French, Geography, Historical Studies, Humanities, Philosophy, Psychology, Religious Studies, Social/Cultural Studies, Sociology
Other course disciplines : Anthropology
Business Administration
Bachelor of Commerce (Co-operative), International Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Business Administration
Education
- Bachelor of education (primary/elementary) as a first degree
- Bachelor of education (primary/elementary) as a second degree
- Bachelor of education (intermediate/secondary)
- Bachelor of education (intermediate/secondary) conjoint with a diploma in technology education
- Bachelor of education (post-secondary) as a first degree
- Bachelor of education (post-secondary) as a second degree
- Bachelor of music conjoint with bachelor of music education
- Bachelor of music education (as a second degree)
- Bachelor of special education
Majors: Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean & Naval Architectural Engineering, Process Engineering
Humanities and Social Sciences (SJC)
Majors : Anthropology , Archaeology, Classics, Communication Studies*, Economics, English,Folklore, French, Geography, Gender Studies, German language and literature, History, Law and Society*, Linguistics, Medieval studies*, Philosophy, Police Studies*, Political Science, Religious Studies, Russian language and literature, Sociology, Spanish
Minors: Business administration, German studies, Music and culture, Music history, Newfoundland studies*, Faculty of Science subject areas
Other BA Majors: Computer Science , Pure mathematics/statistics, Psychology
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Interdisciplinary Programs*– allow an Humanities and Social Sciences student to delve into an area of study through a variety of perspectives offered by different disciplines
Majors: Communication Studies, Law and Society, Medieval Studies, Police Studies
Minors: Law and Society, Medieval Studies
Science (SJC)
Applied Mathematics, Behavioural Neuroscience, Biochemistry , Biology, Biology(Ecology and Conservation), Biology(Marine), Biology (Cell and Molecular), Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Science (Software Engineering) , Earth Sciences, Economics, Environmental Physics , Geography , Nutrition , Physics, Psychology, Pure Mathematics, Statistics
Science and Environment
Majors: Computational mathematics (B.Sc.), Environmental science (B.Sc.), General science (B.Sc.), Physics (B.Sc.), Environmental studies (BA), Sustainable resource management (BRM)
Minor: Environmental science, Environmental science biology, Environmental science chemistry, Environmental studies, Mathematics, Physics, Science
Other Course Disciplines : Earth science, Political science, Engineering (first year)
Masters Degree : Environmental Policy (MA), Boreal Ecosystems and Agricultural Sciences (M.Sc.)
Graduate and PhD Programs
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Employment Relations (MER), Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Management
SJC
Humanities and Social Sciences: Anthropology (MA, PhD), Archaeology (MA, PhD), Arts & Education (MA & Ed),Classics (MA),Economics (MA), English (MA, PhD), Environmental Policy (MA), Ethnomusicology (MA, PhD), Folklore (MA, PhD), French Studies (MA), Gender Studies (MGS), Geography (MA, MSc, PhD), German Language and Literature (MA, MPhil), History (MA, PhD), Humanities (MPhil), Linguistics (MA, PhD), Music (MMus), Philosophy (MA, PhD), Political Science (MA),Religious Studies (MA), Sociology (MA, PhD)
Science
Departmental Programs: Biochemistry (Food Science), Biology (Marine Biology), Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences (Geology, Geophysics), Geography, Mathematics and Statistics [Applied Statistics (MAS)], Physics and Physical Oceanography,Psychology [Experimental Psychology, Masters in Applied Psychological Science, Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)]
Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs: Aquaculture, Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology, Environmental Science, Scientific Computing (formerly Computational Science), Theoretical Physics
Diplomas
Diploma in Business Administration , Diploma in adult learning and post-secondary education
SJC
Diploma in Ancient Worlds, Diploma in Geographic Information Sciences, Diploma in Humanities, Diploma in Police Studies, Performance and Communications Media, Creative Writing
Certificates
SJC
Certificate in Aboriginal and Indigenous Studies, Certificate in Ancient Languages, Certificate in Food Studies, Certificate in Film Studies, Certificate in Newfoundland and Labrador Studies, Certificate Program in Criminology, Certificate in Public Policy
Diplomas of Technology: Marine Engineering , Marine Engineering Systems Design, Marine Environmental Technology, Nautical Science, Naval Architecture
Joint Diploma of Technology/Bachelor of Technology: Food Technology , Ocean Mapping, Underwater Vehicles
Technician Diplomas : Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV Operator)
Technical Certificates: Bridge Watch, Fire Rescue, Marine Diesel Mechanics
Master’s Degrees: Fisheries Science (Stock Assessment) Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree, Fisheries Science (Fisheries Science and Technology) Master of Science Degree, Marine Studies (Marine Spatial Planning and Management), Marine Studies (Fisheries Resource Management) (Online only), Technology Management (Engineering/Applied Science Technology) (Online only), Technology Management (Aquaculture Technology) (Online only), Maritime Management (Online only)
International Fees: $11, 440 CAD- Undergraduate tuition for 2 semesters for a full-time student (Effective Fall 2018) St. John’s and Grenfell Campus
Marine Institute: International Tuition fees vary depending on program of choice. See rates HERE.
SJC = St John’s Campus GC= Grenfell Campus MI= Marine Institute
- Anguilla – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Antigua and Barbuda – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Bahamas, The – Bahamas General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Barbados – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Belize – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- British Virgin Islands– Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Cayman Islands – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Dominica – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Grenada – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Guyana – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Jamaica- Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Montserrat – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Saint Kitts and Nevis – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Saint Lucia – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines– Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Trinidad and Tobago – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
- Turks and Caicos Islands – Caribbean Secondary Examinations Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) or at least one year of study at a recognized Junior College, College or University.
Email becomestudent@mun.ca for additional country specific requirements.
English proficiency- Proof of English language proficiency beyond completion of the CSEC and CAPE examinations is normally not required. Please refer to the University Calendar for further details.
International Entrance Scholarships
- Students automatically considered for entrance scholarships once student applies and meets the criteria (no additional application is necessary)
- Top applicants will be offered a scholarship valued at either $3,000 or $4,400 as funding allows
- Those successful in obtaining a scholarship will be notified, along with their acceptance to Memorial University
- International entrance scholarships are non-renewable for a students’ first year of study
- International transfer students will only be considered for an entrance scholarship if fewer than 31 credit hours are transferred
International Undergraduate Academic Awards
- Awarded every Fall
- Awards of $2,500 each
- Will be automatically awarded to the top academic achieving international undergraduate students in the previous scholarship year
- Students must have completed at least two semesters at Memorial University as full time students (minimum of 9 credit hours per semester), have not failed any courses in the previous academic year and be currently registered full time
The September 11, 2001 International Award
- One award which varies in value for each Fall term
- To be considered for this award, a student:
- Must be eligible to pay the full international undergraduate fee
- Must register for at least three courses (9 credit hours) in each of two semesters in their previous academic year at Memorial University of Newfoundland
- Must not also hold an International Undergraduate Academic Award in the same academic year
The MUN Students’ Union offers four scholarships annually to members. In order to be eligible, you must:
- Be at least beyond your first year
- Participate in student life at Memorial (i.e. student government, clubs, societies, student media)
- Have scholarship standing*
* Scholarship standing is defined as having a 75% average at the end of two out of the last three semesters in the previous scholarship year AND the successful completion of at least 30 credit hours in those two semesters. Students who fail one or more courses during the scholarship year, regardless of the number of courses completed, will NOT be eligible for scholarships.
- The MUNSU 25th Anniversary Scholarship- $900 – Eligible applicants should be in clear scholarship standing, have completed at least one year at MUN, and demonstrate active participation in student life. See details here
- The Dr. Wayne E. Ludlow Scholarship-$1000 – Tenable to students beyond their second year, based on scholarship standing and demonstrated active participation in student life. Other factors may include financial need as well as involvement in student government, clubs and societies, and student media. See details here
- The Dr. J. Douglas Eaton Scholarships- two undergraduate scholarships at $500 each- Both awards are tenable to students beyond first year. A decision will be made on the basis of academic standing and demonstration of active participation in student life. In cases of competition between students of equal standing, need shall be the determining factor in awarding the scholarships. See details here
The Hebron Women in Science and Engineering Scholarship
Scholarships will be awarded to female students who are enrolled in full-time or part-time studies at any Campus of Memorial University of Newfoundland who are majoring in engineering, the geosciences, environmental science or chemistry.
Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need. Where possible at least one scholarship will be awarded to a student in her first year of study.
Undergraduate contact: scholarships@mun.ca Graduate student contact: sgs@mun.ca
Scholarships listed are specific to international students. Other faculty and departmental awards may be available.
RESIDENCES
Paton College consists of nine residence hall-style houses arranged around a courtyard and adjacent to the campus dining hall.
The houses are co-educational and home to approximately 100 students each.
Rebuilt and renovated in 2015, modern rooms are mostly double occupancy, with shared washroom facilities in each wing. In each house you will find study rooms, laundry and lounge areas.
Paton College is the ideal environment for first year students:
- Mandatory meal plan
- Onsite supports and guidance
- Central location on campus
- Each house is home to approximately 100 students
- Single and double rooms in each house
- Shared washroom and showers on each floor
*A meal plan is mandatory for Paton College.
Macpherson College is comprised of 2 wings: Cluett Hall and Shiwak Hall, each home to 250 students.
Accommodations consist of private bedrooms with semi-private washrooms, and each floor includes a community lounge and meeting/study space.
*A meal plan is mandatory for Macpherson College.
Burton’s Pond Apartments (SJC)
Four apartment-style residences
Each of the four ‘Courts’ is home to approximately 128 residents and provides a high level of independence.
Cabot Court is dedicated to graduate students
Baltimore Court is dedicated to students with families
The remaining two courts are for independent students in their second year and beyond, as well as those continuing through graduate studies.
These furnished apartments each have four private bedrooms with a shared kitchen, living room and washroom, and are just a short walk from academic buildings and the campus tunnel and skywalk system.
The family apartments in Baltimore Court have two bedrooms with a shared kitchen, living room and washroom.
See Floor Plan and 3D Tour
Arts and Science Residence Hall (standard) – $1711.00 / semester
Arts and Science Residence Hall (bachelor) – $1815.00 / semester
New Residence Complex (standard) – $1821.00/semester
Chalet Apartment (standard)- $1953.00/semester
Chalet Apartment (family) -$3,007.00/semester
email: grenfellhousing@grenfell.mun.ca
phone: (709) 637-6266
Marine Institute Housing
On Campus: Residences tend to fill up quickly and you should apply as early as possible. You do not need to be admitted into a program before applying. Most Memorial University residences are located on the St. John’s Campus (SJC), which is a 15-minute bus ride away from the Marine Institute campus.
Off Campus : To locate an off campus residence students can search the rentals list (here), keep an eye out for rentals advertised on campus notice boards and online, or keep an eye out for rental signs near campus.
NOTE: If you choose to look for accommodations upon arrival, please ensure you book temporary accommodations ahead of time.
SJC – ONE SEMESTER ROOM FEES ($CAD) : Starting at $1947/semester for a Double Occupancy bedroom in a Patton College Residence Hall
SJC MEAL PLAN: Starting at $2, 410 CAD (Winter 2017) for 14 Meals/week **+$250 in Flex Dollars ** If you’re a resident of Macpherson OR Patton Collegeyou must have a meal plan**
CLUBS/SOCIETIES:Aero Design Club, American Association of Petroleum Geologists Student Chapter at MUN (AAPG MUN), Animal Advocacy Club, Anthropology Society, Association of Enviornmental and Engineering Geologists, Black Students’ Association, Body Positive MUN, Body Project Collaborative MUN, Body Project Collaborative MUN, BSW Class of 2018, Business Administration Undergraduate Student Society BAUSS …
Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy MUN Chapter, Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship, Chinese Students and Scholars Association, Christian Missionary Fellowship International (CMFI-MUN), Commerce Class of 2019 Student Council, Communication Studies Society, Computer Science Society,Coptic Orthodox Student Association (COSA),
SPORTS
Varsity Sports Teams (Female and Male): Soccer, Cross-Country running, Volleyball, Basketball, Swimming, Wresting
Club Sports: Curling (Men and Women), Cheerleading, Rowing