Simon Fraser University

Simon Fraser University, founded in 1965 and named after the Scottish explorer Simon Fraser, is a research university located in the Greater Vancouver area, Canada. With three campuses, 30,000 undergraduate students, 4,000 graduate students, 124,000 undergraduates and more than 950 professors, SFU is a university recognized for its innovative and dynamic education, its cutting-edge research and its high engagement with the community. Simon Fraser University is consistently ranked among the best universities in Canada.

The university’s main campus was designed by Canadian architects Arthur Erickson and Geoffrey Massey and sits atop Burnaby Mountain. The urban campus is in downtown Vancouver and has been described as the “Intellectual Heart of the City” by the Vancouver Sun. The Surrey campus is located in one of the fastest growing cities in Canada and was designed by architect Bing Thom, the architectural work has won several national and international awards.

The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in social and natural sciences, engineering, computer science, business, education, health, environmental and humanitarian studies. Among its alumni are two Olympic gold medal winners: Daniel Igali for freestyle wrestling at the Sydney Olympics in 2000 and Carol Huynh for wrestling at the Beijing Olympics in 2008.

Options: Academic English, Pathways and Graduation

Country: Canada

City: Vancouver

Website: www.sfu.ca

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High-quality academic programs

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Undergraduate degree

Doing an undergraduate degree abroad provides enormous personal development and opens doors to a successful career, whether in international companies or large organizations in Brazil.

Postgraduate / Master's degree

Attending a postgraduate or master's degree abroad allows professionals not only to specialize technically in their field, but also to develop leadership, management, and strategic skills, which are essential for growth in a global environment.

Summer academic courses

You can study at renowned universities, enrich your CV, and expand your international network with a summer course that lasts a few weeks. There are options for high school and university students.

Study abroad

University students have the opportunity to enrich their curriculum and expand their global vision by attending an academic semester at an international university. After this experience, they return to their home institution to complete their degree.

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High-quality academic programs

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Pathways

Unlike Brazil, there are no entrance exams in other countries. Admission for international students is usually determined by academic performance, a good level of English, extracurricular activities, volunteer work, references, and good results on standardized tests (IELTS, TOEFL, SAT). In the United Kingdom and Australia, the Foundation program is mandatory for Brazilian students who have completed high school. It lasts an average of nine months, and it is possible to enroll on various dates throughout the year. In the US and Canada, Pathways is a great option for entering excellent universities, as it is a preparatory program with university credits. It lasts between six and twelve months, with enrollment dates throughout the year.