Jessica Review at Dalhousie University [DAL], Halifax | Collegedunia

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Sciences at Dalhousie University

7.2
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Academic
8.0
Accommodation
7.0
Faculty
7.0
Infrastructure
8.0
Social Life
7.0
Placement
6.0
Jessica
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2019(Enrolled 2018)

It is in a city that I have visited and wanted to live in and it is a very strong research school. I only applied to this school but I applied to several different programs within the school. I performed well academically in high school so I appreciate the challenge of some of the courses at this school.

Course Curriculum

8

The course curriculum is a bit more difficult than I expected but it is very interesting.

Exams

This program feeds into all the graduate programs that I'm considering (Optometry, forensic science, pharmacy). I needed a minimum of 70% in introductory chemistry and biology to take this program, and I enjoyed and did well in both of those courses. I wanted to choose a program that I was interested in and that also offered a challenge.

Placement

6

I don't have very much experience with job placements at this school. I have heard of seminars and meetings related to job opportunities but I haven't attended any. I'm unsure of the average pay and percentage of students getting placed.

Internship

Yes. I haven't applied for any, but the application is online and seems easy. Most on-campus jobs are weekends and evenings and work around classes well. They have jobs for everyone, including sports-related jobs and academic-related jobs.

Events

7

The college celebrates many holiday and events for all different cultures.

Fees

My tuition is about $9000 a year. I got a government student loan and was not awarded any scholarships as I am a transfer student. The school does offer bursaries that students can apply for once every semester and they can help offset some costs. They are given out based on financial need. I applied for one this semester.

Scholarship

I got a government student loan and applied for a bursary from the school online.

Examination Structure

The exam structure is good. They are usually a fair length and don't take too much time.

Faculty

7

The faculty that I have dealt with have all been friendly and helpful. I appreciate that they have multiple teaching assistants for larger classes so all students can get help if needed.

Hostel

7

I applied to live on campus but was denied because they were full. So instead, I am renting a room in a house. It was difficult finding a place to live since it is 5 hours away from my hometown. However, living off campus is much cheaper than residence.