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Royal Roads University

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Overview

Overview

Royal Roads University is where education empowers working professionals to expand their personal and professional journeys. Since its founding in 1995, the university been dedicated to shaping futures for individuals with the courage to transform themselves and the world.

What sets Royal Roads apart? Students at the university do much more than just acquire knowledge. They discover themselves. Each individual's unique experiences and background enriches every class they attend here.

Students don't just graduate with a degree they gain the confidence and skills needed to ascend in their future career. By focusing on innovative thinking, creative problem-solving, navigating change, and addressing today's challenges, Royal Roads is a perfect fit for ambitious and hard-working students, prepared to become the leaders of tomorrow.

At any age, at any career stage, from any corner of the globe, students find programs tailored to their needs and goals. With many options from fully online or blended program attendance, it is straightforward to balance work with degree study, allowing great flexibility and customization.

Those who seek a full campus experience in the stunning surroundings of Victoria, BC will not be disappointed. Royal Roads' oceanfront setting offers a unique blend of nature and beauty, creating an inspiring environment for learning.

The university delivers a truly transformative educational journey, and every year thousands of new Royal Roads graduates embark on the next exciting chapter in their life, ready for a fulfilling career, and making a positive impact on the world.

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What's new

What's new

Royal Roads University embraces change and works hard to have a positive impact on the world by finding solutions to many of the challenges which are faced by society. By placing interdisciplinary discovery at the heart of its degree programs, and seeking answers to even the most complex issues, the university creates a culture of trust, encouragement and innovation.

The process is something which the university calls changemaking, and this model encourages the Royal Roads community to reflect on how to do better for the benefit of everyone.

One of the boldest examples of this is the Royal Roads University Climate Action Plan, in which the university seeks to use education, partnerships, collaboration and research to address this ongoing challenge.

Megan Lohmann is a Royal Roads University alum, who has become an example of positive action and environmental stewardship through her work with local communities and grass-roots environmental solutions. She has recently been recognized for her impact being awarded runner-up in the Change Maker category of the 2023 Women of the Year Awards by BC Business. Lohmann has worked extensively with rural and indigenous communities through her project, Accelerate Kootenays, which has fostered collaboration between industry and community to establish the first electric vehicle network in Canada.

Lohmann completed her Master of Science in Environment and Management at Royal Roads University, and states that this is where she learned valuable knowledge and skills, as well as influencing her professional approach within the field.

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Teaching quality

Teaching quality

Royal Roads University delivers practical and tailored education that empowers students with the necessary skills for success in a rapidly changing global market.

The university employs a Learning, Teaching, and Research Model (LRTM) which mimics the complex challenges of learning, performance, and leadership found in modern workplaces, teaching transferable skills which are directly applicable in a diversity of professional settings.

One of the fundamental factors in Royal Roads' success in preparing its students for meaningful and impactful careers is the quality and dedication of its teaching faculty. Staff and tutors at the university are committed to the success of their students, not only in terms of their academic achievement but also regarding their personal development and growth.

The university's blended learning model combines online studies with concentrated on-campus residencies which emphasise group learning, where 20 to 50 students work and learn together throughout their program, forming a collaborative community of learners and the foundation of a lasting professional network.

Whether a first-year undergrad or returning to pursue a second or third degree, students bring who they are and the background they have into the classroom. Faculty, staff and students form an inclusive and supportive community.

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Department structure

Department structure

The Royal Roads departmental structure is organized into two academic faculties, which each contain several schools, as follows:

Faculty of Management

  • Business
  • Executive Education
  • Tourism & Hospitality Management

Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences

  • Communication & Culture
  • Education & Technology
  • Environment & Sustainability
  • Humanitarian Studies
  • Interdisciplinary Studies
  • Leadership Studies

Each school offers a selection of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, with multiple points of entry. Individual programs co-ordinate their own course content, tutors, and enrolled students.

There is also a general studies department, where students can take credit-based courses without seeking a credential, as well as a department for Professional and Continuing Studies, which offers non-credit courses for professional and continuing education.

Courses are available to study both on-campus and with a blended learning format, so students can gain a top qualification by studying online and attending a compact on-campus residency.

There are also English and academic preparation courses available for international students, including English for Academic Purposes (EAP), University Academic Preparation (UAP) and Short-term English language program, as well as customizable options.

After completion of the EAP course, students can move into the four-year undergraduate programs with English and academic support, or the UAP program.

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Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Entry requirements at Royal Roads University differ based on the specific programs applied to, and full information about what each prospective student must provide during their application can be found on the university website. There are many alternative pathways to entry and the university considers each application based on its individual merits, offering flexible admissions alternatives that take into account students' prior experiences in lieu of traditional academic qualifications.

It is essential for international students holding qualifications from outside Canada to consult the Royal Roads website to determine if their credentials meet the university's entry standards. Additionally, there are country-specific admission criteria for most courses, and since courses are delivered in English, all students are required to meet minimum English language standards.

Language requirements differ on a course-by-course basis and accepted English language assessment systems include IELTS, TOEFL, Pearson and Duolingo.

For students who do not meet the minimum requirements, Royal Roads offers two programs through the Global Learning and Language Centre (GLLC) which are designed to help students improve their English language, academic and critical thinking skills: English for Academic Purposes (EAP) University Academic Preparation (UAP).

The EAP pathway can be studied in either one, two or three semesters, and after completion, students can move into the four-year undergraduate programs with English and academic support, or the UAP program.

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Scholarships & funding

Scholarships & funding

Royal Roads University understands that the cost of embarking upon a course of study can be a significant consideration, and works hard to offer a comprehensive and accessible program of financial awards, scholarships and bursaries to help students subsidise the cost of tuition - including many options for international students.

Some of the funding opportunities available at Royal Roads University include:

  • loans
  • bursaries, scholarships and other awards
  • student research scholarships
  • other funding
  • emergency funding

Awards are granted four times per year, and entrance awards can be applied for before studies begin. For example, the Royal Roads Entrance Award aims to reduce financial barriers to education by rewarding students who have demonstrated achievement in one of Royal Roads' major theme areas: business, communication and culture, education and technology, environment and sustainability, humanitarian studies, leadership studies, and tourism and hospitality. The award is valued between CAD 2,000 and CAD 10,000.

Emergency funding provides extra assistance for any unforeseen critical financial need, and there are also Convocation Awards available. The university encourages all students to visit the Royal Roads website and check their eligibility, where they can find full information about each type of scholarship, bursary, and award. The university's financial services department will also help students to apply for external bursaries and funding schemes.

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Facilities

Facilities

The Royal Roads University campus is a comprehensive learning environment, containing everything that its students need for academic success and personal enrichment, situated within 565 acres of landscaped gardens and natural woodland. The campus is located 25 minutes from downtown Victoria, BC on the traditional Lands of the Lekwungen Peoples, the Songhees and Esquimalt First Nations.

It is a national historic site with a castle, and the grounds have served as a filming location for blockbuster films such as X-Men and Deadpool. Course delivery is integrated with both academic buildings and gardens. Living laboratories conduct all kinds of research and classes are taught both indoors and outdoors, allowing students to work in a variety of seasonal environments.

The university gardens and hiking trails are open to the public, and free to explore. The grounds include a wonderful Japanese garden and offer marvellous views of the Strait de Juan de Fuca.

The community food garden attracts a variety of nature and wildlife, with bees making their home in the nearby apiary and many species of bird visiting the shallow tidal waters of the Esquimalt Lagoon.

Students will find modern classrooms, recreational spaces, computer labs and seminar rooms, with a state-of-the-art library, a bookstore, writing centre, and several multi-faith spaces.

The cafeteria offers exceptional food and drink options in a casual environment, and students also receive a free gym membership at the Royal Roads Recreation Centre, where they'll find a modern gym, including a basketball court, studio and weights room.

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Rated3/5based on1 student reviews
Nice location, affordable Customer reviews:
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Rated3/5based on1 student reviews
Nice location, affordable Customer reviews:
Royal Roads University - by, 2020-01-29
3.0/ 5 stars

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