Helping our students Shine BrighterFounded in 1967 and located in the Greater Toronto Area, Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning has grown to become one of Canada’s leading polytechnics with approximately 15,000 full-time students.

Sheridan Offers: • State-of-the-art facilities featuring the latest computers

and technology • Practical hands-on, career-driven education • Work and study through paid co-op programs • Highly dedicated faculty with professional

industry experience • An innovator in the integration of mobile computing

technology into the teaching/learning experience • Start with ESL prior to degrees, diplomas and

postgraduate studies • World famous programs • Link to some of the world’s top universities • Live close to the hustle and bustle of Toronto’s business

and industry while still enjoying the beauty of nature and high standard of living in Oakville and Brampton

• Join the institution where so many Emmy, Oscar and Genie award winners have studied

Our number one goal is to help our students develop to their full potential. Here’s how:• We update the content of our courses to reflect the

changing workplace; where there is a need, we create new ones

• Over the last few years we have added 35 new diploma programs

• We foster a creative community where students are encouraged to collaborate, to experiment and question

• Our Mobile Computing program allows for students to learn the way they will need to work after graduation; collaboratively, using online resources.

We will teach you how to apply knowledge creatively to help you shine brighter.

Proven SuccessOur success is demonstrated through consistently high Key Performance Indicator (KPI) survey results:

• 88% Graduate Employment rate with nearly 1/3 of all programs showing 100% employment.

• 94% of employers are satisfied with the knowledge and skills that our graduates possess. Much of our success is due to our teaching excellence and the inspirational leadership demonstrated by our faculty. Students benefit from our faculty’s participation in professional initiatives and leading-edge research.

Regardless of the program, class or campus location, the learning and support you’ll experience at Sheridan will help you achieve your goals and reach your full potential.

Study in Canada Canada offers you dynamic, safe cities, exhilarating natural beauty and an exciting cultural and entertainment scene. Our education system ranks among the best in the world, and our quality of life has been routinely ranked among the highest by the United Nations.

About the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) The GTA is one of the largest and fastest growing areas in North America. The GTA’s work force totals approximately 2.9 million people and is home to more than 100,000 companies, making the GTA Canada’s undisputed business and manufacturing capital.

Culture The GTA, with a population of 5.3 million people, is one of the most multicultural areas in the world and is consistently ranked as one of the safest metropolitan areas in North America. The region is remarkably diverse; in fact, over 100 languages and dialects are spoken here.

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Every student that chooses Sheridan has one thing in common: the desire to

experience and receive a quality, world-class education. Our wide array of

diploma, degree and postgraduate certificate programs prepare our students

for outstanding careers through excellent classroom training and practical, hands-on skills development.

International StudentsSheridan offers an innovative learning environment, celebrated for academic excellence, applied research and creativity. Every year, students from more than 60 countries choose Sheridan as their education destination. Reasons for selecting Sheridan are as individual and unique as each of our students.

Kyung-Soon Park Bachelor of Applied Arts – Illustration Valedictorian (Korea)”My decision to study at Sheridan has had the biggest positive change on my life. I was able to appreciate the multiculturalism and warmth of Canada. I cherish all the friendships I made and the valuable insight of my instructors and professors. I was inspired to achieve more than I ever thought was possible.”

Martha (Media Arts) & Juan (Bachelor of Applied Arts – Animation) De Santiago (Mexico)“Sheridan’s multicultural environment has made us feel welcome and given us the chance to immerse in a new culture while sharing our own background. This, along with Sheridan’s high-calibre teachers, has made this year a definitely life-changing experience.”

Services for International StudentsThe Sheridan International Centre provides a comprehensive range of services for international students including social and cultural integration. Our dedicated and supportive team of professionals take pride in caring for our international students’ needs every step of the way.

Our services include: • Advice on selecting a career oriented program, admission

requirements and registration

• Assistance in answering questions regarding study/work permits, extensions and immigration regulations

• An orientation to help you become familiar with your new surroundings and with the Sheridan campuses

• Information about health insurance, on-campus employment, SIN card and scholarships

• Social Activities

• Access to dozens of student groups, associations and organizations which host events throughout the year www.sheridansu.net

• Help with any other concerns you might have

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Davis Campus - Brampton

The Davis Campus is located in Brampton, one of the fastest growing communities in Canada.

Key facts about the Davis Campus include:

• Approximately 6,000 students

• Home to Sheridan Centre for Advanced Manufacturing and Design Technology

• Large Student Centre

• 350-bed residence, plus athletics facilities, library, full-service cafeteria and other food outlets

• Situated in a peaceful park setting

• Easily reached by bus with connections to Ontario’s extensive GO train and bus transit system

• Home to Sheridan’s English Language Centre

http://www.city.brampton.on.ca

Trafalgar Road Campus - Oakville

Oakville is a historic lakeside community that attracts high-technology firms and a wide variety of successful businesses.

The Trafalgar Road Campus features:• Approximately 9,000 students

• $32 million Sheridan Centre for Animation and Emerging Technologies (SCAET)

• Student Centre, 350-bed residence, full-service cafeteria and other food outlets, library and athletics facility

• Close location to Toronto

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Campus Locations

OUR NEW MISSISSAUGA CAMPUS

Sheridan will be opening a new Mississauga Campus in the fall of 2011 and will be located in the city centre of Mississauga. The campus will accommodate 1,760 students, including 1,200 business students. Business study options will include a variety of diploma and graduate certificate programs.

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Did You Know?Sheridan is the largest arts school in Canada, and the second largest in North America.

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ESL/EAP English Language StudiesSheridan offers full-time, intensive English as a Second Language classes for students who want to improve their English skills for personal, professional or academic reasons. The highest level, English for Academic Purposes (EAP) can provide students with a conditional acceptance into a diploma, degree or post-graduate certificate at Sheridan.

Program Features:• 5 levels of instruction: Foundation, Pre-intermediate,

Intermediate, Advanced and EAP• Each of the first four levels consists of an A and B module• Each session is 7 weeks (25 hours/week)• Students are tested upon arrival

Courses include:• Grammar• Language Lab• Listening and Speaking• Pronunciation• Reading and Writing • Business Communication • Computer Applications• TOEFL/IELTS/TOEIC

FeesEach 7-week session is $2,709.50 CAD • Includes tuition, health insurance, materials,

books and computer lab

Start Dates• January• March• May• July• September• November

Please Note: Our ESL/EAP program is only offered at our Davis Campus in Brampton.

Upon successful completion of all the courses in the English for Academic Purposes program, students will receive a General Arts and Science Ontario College Certificate. Successful graduates can apply to other programs at Sheridan with no further testing required.

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Did You Know?Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II visited Sheridan during her Golden Jubilee tour of Ontario in 2002.

Sheridan’s Programs

Sheridan offers a wide range of credentials to suit your interests and ambitions. Sheridan’s Diploma, Degreeand Post-graduate Certificate studies are offered through four distinct academic schools within the institution. Students choose the type of study, length of study, campus, and in some cases, whether they would like a program with a co-op component to it. Over 100 programs are offered through the following academic schools:

• Animation, Arts and Design • Applied Computing and Engineering Sciences • Business • Community and Liberal Studies

Our reputation for excellence extends across each of our academic schools. While we are perhaps best known for the success of our animation and film graduates, Sheridan alumni, students and faculty consistently gain national and international recognition, making us one of the most celebrated postsecondary institutions in Canada.

School of Animation, Arts and Design The School of Animation, Arts and Design offers innovative learning opportunities in a wide variety of artistic fields. In addition to Bachelor’s degrees, the School offers a number of joint degree programs, as well as diploma and graduate certificate programs in the areas of Digital Media and Communications, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts and Design.

School of Applied Computing and Engineering Sciences The School of Applied Computing and Engineering Sciences trains students in the fields of applied computing and telecommunications, engineering and manufacturing sciences, and industrial technology. Graduates of the School of Applied Computing and Engineering Sciences do work that will provide people with better ways to live, communicate with each other, protect the environment, and provide the information, supplies, products and services we all rely on.

School of Business Sheridan’s School of Business prepares you for a successful career by focusing on the real-world needs of businesses today such as managing growth, surviving competition, balancing cash flow, considering tax implications and building relationships. Graduates of our programs work in every area of business, from managing their own small companies to running Fortune 500 firms.

School of Community and Liberal Studies If you are an imaginative, innovative and creative person, this School will prepare you to use your talents in working with people of different ages in the public and not-for-profit sectors. If you are dedicated, hard-working and committed to making a difference in your workplace, your community and your future, the School of Community and Liberal Studies provides you with a variety of relevant and innovative programs.

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Degrees

Bachelor Degree programs combine the theory and critical thinking of a university program with hands-on, applied learning and a practical work term. Top employ-ers compete for these graduates and entrance into the programs themselves can be highly competitive.

As one of Canada’s leading polytechnics, Sheridan grants its own four-year Bachelor’s degrees.

• Bachelor of Applied Arts (Animation)

• Bachelor of Applied Arts (Illustration)

• Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences (Athletic Therapy)

• Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences (Exercise Science & Health Promotion)

• Bachelor of Applied Information Sciences (Information Systems Security)

• Bachelor of Interior Design

• Bachelor of Global Business Management

We also offer a number of joint degrees in cooperation with Brock University, University of Toronto and York University.

Students must apply directly to the University for the following programs

• University of Toronto at Mississauga for Art and Art History

• Brock University for Bachelor of Computing and Network Communications

• University of Toronto at Mississauga for Communication, Culture and Information Technology

• University of Toronto at Mississauga for Theatre and Drama Studies

• Bachelor of Design at York University

Diplomas

The majority of Sheridan students choose our specialized diplomas because they are looking to connect seamlessly into the Canadian job market. These programs, designed in cooperation with industry partners, equip students with the skills that are in demand in today’s workplace. These up-to-the-minute diplomas are also the link to universities across Canada and around the world for many of our graduates. We offer two year diplomas and three year advanced diplomas.

Post-graduate (Ontario College Graduate Certificates)

Students who have completed a university degree or college diploma may wish to choose a practical alternative to traditional Master’s level study. These one-year certificates are designed to make the connection between a degree or diploma in today’s global economy by developing hands-on skills that are in demand by business and industry. To further enhance the relevance of Sheridan’s graduate certificates, many include a paid co-op component to assist International Students in connecting to the Canadian job market.

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Did You Know?Sheridan’s School of Business was named the Platinum Award winner as “Best Business School”

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Foundation Programs Art Fundamentals Art Fundamentals focuses on drawing, design and painting, including art theory and studio practice. This allows students to assess which area of the visual arts is most appropriate to their talent and ability. Project-based courses develop a portfolio of work in various media. This is the first step for many students aspiring to go on to Sheridan’s BAA degrees in Animation and Illustration.

http://artfund.sheridaninstitute.ca

General Arts and ScienceWe offer the following profiles:

General Arts and Science – College Profile http://gasc.sheridaninstitute.ca

General Arts and Science – University Profilehttp://gasu.sheridaninstitute.ca

General Arts and Science – Health Profilehttp://gash.sheridaninstitute.ca

General Arts and Science – Pre-Business Profilehttp://gasb.sheridaninstitute.ca

General Arts and Science – Technology Profilehttp://gast.sheridaninstitute.ca

Media Fundamentals

Media Fundamentals offers foundation curriculum in film, television and print media, allowing students to assess which area is most applicable to their interest and ability. The program combines academic skill sets in researching, writing and speaking with practical skills in basic computer, audio, television and film production.

http://mediafundamentals.sheridaninstitute.ca

Performing Arts – PreparationThis preparation program is designed for students who are looking for a comprehensive introduction to the many aspects of performing arts, and a challenging learning environment to help develop their audition, performance and technical production skills.

http://theatreprep.sheridaninstitute.ca

“ Studying at Sheridan has not only given me the best of training in art and animation, but has also helped me evolve as a better human being. It’s simply a great learning experience to meet, know and make friends with people from all around the globe, thanks to Canada’s multiculturalism” – Arpan Jolly from India

Housing

ResidenceSheridan’s residences feature modern, clean facilities; a safe, smoke-free environment; and fully furnished suites with common kitchen and laundry facilities.

Residence FacilitiesSeptember – April rooms are available on both campuses for approximately $5,700 CAD. Applications must be submitted online with a refundable $250.00 CAD deposit. Students coming for eight week sessions of ESL/EAP or for the summer semester, please contact the residence for details. http://sheridanresidence.ca

Off-campus Housingwww.places4students.com

HomestaySheridan refers students to Golden Source International www.goldensource.ca or Homestay Connection www.homestayconnection.ca

Health Care

Through our campus health care centres, we offer a full range of health services to meet students’ needs. Nurses and doctors keep regular hours and provide both services and referrals.

Health Insurance coverage is included in all international student tuition fees.

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University Transfers

UNIVERSITY TRANSFER DIPLOMA(3 years at Sheridan + 2 years (average) at another university)

DEGREE DETAILS

Business Administration • Accounting • Human Resources • Marketing • E-Commerce Management

Graduates may be eligible to enter an accelerated degree program at Lakehead University, Northwood University or Ryerson University, Athabasca University, Griffith University, among others.

Chemical Engineering TechnologyChemical Engineering Technology - Environmental

Graduates may be able to continue their study at various universities to obtain degrees in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and related areas.

Community Development Articulation Agreement with Athabasca University – credits are towards the Bachelor of Professional Arts degree in the Human Service Major Program.

Early Childhood Education Further postsecondary studies available at Sheridan, Athabasca University, Ryerson University, Charles Sturt University and other universities.

Electromechanical Engineering Technician/Technology Graduates can transfer to a number of universities to obtain an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Technology.

General Arts and Science - University Profile* Bishop’s University, Lennoxville, QuebecCanisius College, Buffalo, New YorkDaeman College, Amherst, New YorkD’Youville College, Buffalo, New YorkYork University, Toronto, Ontario

Mechanical Engineering Technician/TechnologyMechanical Engineering Technician/Technology – Design and Drafting

Qualified graduates of the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program can transfer to a number of universities to obtain an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Technology.

Media Arts Students concentrating in Film, Video, Television Production, Digital Special Effects and Non-linear Editing may study towards an Honours BFA degree from York University.

Social Service WorkerSocial Service Worker - Gerontology

The Social Service Worker Program has a number of linkages with universities which provide further educational opportunities for graduates of this program.

NOTE: * 2 years at Sheridan + 2 years (average) at another University. For more detailed information please visit the Ontario college university transfer guide at www.ocutg.on.ca or contact the universities directly.

Our goal is to make it as easy as possible to build on qualifications you have earned at other institutions or at Sheridan. We have agreements with universities in Canada and abroad that provide advanced standing into related programs. For general information on transfer agreements in Ontario, go to www.ocutg.on.ca.

Mobile ComputingSheridan has one of the largest and most advanced Mobile Computing programs in Canada, with over 5,000 students benefiting from the integration of laptop computers into their learning experience. Students in Mobile Computing programs are required to own a laptop computer that complies with their program’s hardware and software standards. Our Mobile Computing programs allow students to learn in the way in which they will need to work after graduation: collaboratively, using online resources.

To determine if your program is mobile and see other important information, including laptop requirements, news, and deadlines, visit the Mobile Computing website: http://it.sheridanc.on.ca/mobile.html

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Q1. When can I apply?

A. You can apply at any time throughout the year. However, we encourage you to apply by February 1 for our September intake, and October 1 for our January intake. Further documentation such as final transcript, TOEFL/IELTS can be sent after this date.

Q2. What is Sheridan’s TOEFL institution code?

A. Sheridan’s TOEFL institution code is 9117.

Q3. Do I need to send my TOEFL or IELTS score with my application ?

A. You can provide this at a later date. However, until we receive it your offer of acceptance would be conditional.

Q4. Where do I find a testing centre to write the TOEFL and IELTS exam?

A. TOEFL centres can be found at www.ets.org IELTS centres can be found at www.ielts.org

Q5. What should I do if my academic documents are not in English?

A. If your academic documents are not in English, you must provide a notarized English translation.

Q6. Are there any scholarships/awards or financial assistance available to international students?

A. Once you are a full-time student at Sheridan, you are eligible for academic scholarships/awards. Please visit www.studyatsheridan.ca. Many countries offer their citizens loans for studying abroad. These include: Norway: www.lanekassen.noSweden: www.csn.seUnited States: www.fafsa.ed.gov

Q7. What do I do after receiving my letter of acceptance?

A. Once you receive your letter of acceptance you will need to contact the nearest Canadian Embassy, Consulate or High Commission to apply for your study permit. A list of Embassies and Consulates is available from http://www.international.gc.ca/ciw-cdm/embassies-ambassades.aspx

Q8. Is the health insurance that is provided through Sheridan mandatory?

A. Yes, it is mandatory and included in your tuition fees.

Q9. Do you have a homestay program?

A. If you are interested in a homestay program, Sheridan refers students to Homestay Connection at www.homestayconnection.ca or Golden Source International Inc. at www.goldensource.ca

Q10. Can I work in Canada while I am attending Sheridan ?

A. Yes, you are allowed to work on campus while you are studying full-time. You may also be eligible for an off-campus work permit after studying full-time for 6 months with a minimum GPA average of 2.0. You can also apply for a work permit if your program of study has a cooperative education (co-op) option. After you complete your program you are eligible to apply for a post-graduate work permit within 90 days of program completion. For more information please visit www.cic.gc.ca

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Sheridan has its own in-house International Admissions Team to process your application accurately and efficiently. To learn more about specific requirements for your country and education system, please check our website at www.studyatsheridan.ca or contact the International Centre at international@sheridanc.on.ca

How to ApplyComplete the Sheridan International Admissions Application Form available online at www.studyatsheridan.ca Please attach a copy of your transcript and English requirement TOEFL/IELTS (if applicable) to onlineapps@sheridanc.on.ca or by fax at 905-815-4004.

We require one of the following English requirements: TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). Please see minimum scores below.

Diploma and Certificate ApplicantsIELTS – 6.0 overall band

TOEFL Computer Based – 213

TOEFL iBT - 80 with a minimum of 20 in each section

Degree and Postgraduate ApplicantsIELTS – 6.5 overall band

TOEFL Computer Based – 230 with a 4.0 TWE (Test of Written English)

TOEFL iBT – 88 with a minimum of 21 in each section

Applicants with a minimum of 3 years high school or post-secondary studies in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Caribbean, Singapore, U.S. or U.K will be exempt from TOEFL/IELTS requirements.

Conditional Admission from Sheridan’s English Programs: Students enrolled in Sheridan’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course may be offered conditional admission to a diploma or postgraduate certificate program pending successful completion of the EAP program. Diploma applicants must achieve a minimum 70% EAP score and postgraduate certificate and degree applicants must achieve a minimum of 75% EAP score.

DeadlinesApplications are accepted and reviewed throughout the year. We encourage you to apply by February 1 for our September intake and October 1 for our January intake. Further documentation such as final transcript, TOEFL/IELTS can be sent after this date.

International Student Admissions

Did You Know?Sheridan has received more national awards of excellence (9 in total) from the Association of Canadian Community Colleges than any of Canada’s 160 colleges.

Information current as of publication; Sheridan Marketing and Communications, March 2010. CS_210427

CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE INTERNATIONAL CENTREAnytime: http://asksheridan.sheridaninstitute.ca

Web: www.studyatsheridan.ca

Email: international@sheridaninstitute.ca

Telephone: 905-815-4001