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Continuing Education & Part Time Courses George Brown Polytechnic is a popular choice for those who wish to upgrade their skills or learn new ones. GBP offers a wide range of part time courses in the evening, on weekends, and a few week long intensive courses during the summer. Courses range from...

George Brown Polytechnic has credit transfer agreements in selected programs with a number of leading universities in Canada, or other countries. Please visit the Transfer Guide webpage for more information. You may also view our Transfer Agreements and Opportunities page for additional transfer...

Yes, we have student clubs! Joining a club is a great way to meet students who share similar interests, to network and to build relationships. And if there isn’t already a club for you, start your own! The Student Association provides funding and support for a range of clubs. For a complete listing...

George Brown Polytechnic has a student residence, The George, that features all-inclusive living with the flexibility of 8 month (Fall/Winter) and 4 month (Summer) agreements. Please visit the Student Residence webpage for up to date information and to apply. Please visit the Housing Information...

English Language Proficiency Tests Since all classes are offered in English, applicants to George Brown Polytechnic must have an acceptable level of English language proficiency in order to be considered for admission. Applicants may meet the English proficiency requirement in one of the following...

Pre-admission testing (Admission Assessment) is a test that applicants or mature applicants may be required to take during the application process if they are missing the admission requirements for their program. The Admission Assessment could be in English, Math, and/or Science (Biology and...

Library Wireless Internet Access Wireless access is available in the Library Learning Commons for all George Brown Polytechnic students. For wireless laptop users, network login authorizes access to the internet through GBP's network. In order to establish a connection with George Brown's wireless...

It is not necessary to get both cards. The Toronto Metropolitan University/George Brown Student OneCard is the Official George Brown Student ID Card and it will provide you to access both Toronto Metropolitan University and George Brown Polytechnic services. If you wish to get a separate George...

The domestic Admissions Office will accept foreign transcripts without an evaluation for most programs. The domestic Admissions Office will also accept transcript evaluations by ICAS or WES. The following programs still require a Canadian equivalency evaluation: S100, S101, S113, S121, S134, S318...

To become an apprentice, you will need to find an employer to hire you. Together you and your employer must register a Contract of Apprenticeship with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD). MLITSD will send you an Offer of Training to attend the basic level of...

For general enquiries, reach out to our Contact Centre. We can be reached by telephone or email. To reach a specific Academic Department directly, see the departments contact list. For students looking to connect with a Student Service area, see the services areas list. For information related to...

To reach someone who works in an Academic Department, see the departments contact list. To reach someone who works in a Student Services area, see the services areas list. For more assistance, reach out to our Contact Centre. We can be reached by telephone or email.

SafeWalk provides walk accompaniment to George Brown Polytechnic students, staff, and guests. We accompany people on-campus and off-campus to local parking lots, TTC stops or other building on campus. SafeWalk is a joint initiative between the Student Association and George Brown Polytechnic...

Students enrolled in the programs offered by the School of Early Childhood will need a Toronto Metropolitan University/George Brown Polytechnic Photo ID/OneCard that specifically identifies you as a George Brown Polytechnic student on the campus of Toronto Metropolitan University. Please note...

Apply as soon as possible, at https://www.ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program. You cannot receive funding if you apply less than 60 days before the last day of your current full-time study period (of the current academic year) If you have any questions, please contact the...

Visit the Campus Tours webpage to register for an in-person campus tour (registration is required). You can also view our virtual campus tour. If you have program specific questions, we recommend attending an Information Session.

Types of Scholarships George Brown Polytechnic is proud to help students achieve their academic goals. We recognize that financial need can sometimes be a burden and offer a number of awards and scholarships, as well as bursaries. In addition, GBP offers scholarships for international students at...

Academic Credit The technical answer is that one credit is one hour of instruction, per week, for one semester (we call this a ‘contact hour’). In some cases a Continuing Education course will have full-time equivalency to courses offered within George Brown Polytechnic post-secondary programs. You...

Dental Hygiene & Dental Assisting: Students in these programs are required to wear scrub uniforms with George Brown Polytechnic logos. Uniforms are available in the Campus Store. White footwear is also mandatory. Dental Technology & Denturism: Students in these programs are required to wear white...

George Brown Polytechnic does offer testing invigilation or test proctoring services for other institutions. If you are required to write an exam by an institution other than George Brown and require this service, please contact the Assessment Centre by email or phone to make arrangements. Email...

Hours of Operation and George Brown Polytechnic Closures Please select one of the links below to better answer your question: Hours of operationAcademic Calendar & Important DatesWeather Related ClosuresIndividual Class Cancellations

To find out if George Brown Polytechnic is closed due to bad weather or other circumstances, you can: Check your GBP email for a notificationCheck our website at www.georgebrown.caCheck our social media channelsCall the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 or 1-800-265-2002 (Toll-Free) for further...

George Brown Polytechnic Takes Pride In Its Diversity While it is difficult to quantify diversity, George Brown Polytechnic draws student population from one of the most diverse cities in the world and therefore, is one of the most diverse colleges in Ontario. George Brown is committed to promoting...

You can find information on George Brown Polytechnic's latest events on the Upcoming Events webpage. Go to Program Information Sessions for upcoming information related to our programs. Campus Tours are held at the St. James, Casa Loma, and Waterfront campuses and can be booked online. See the...

George Brown Polytechnic offers Collaborative programs in partnership with Toronto Metropolitan University in Nursing and Early Childhood Education. This partnership allows students to study at both institutions. Students who pursue the Early Childhood Education collaborative program earn...

Athletics at George Brown Polytechnic Visit our Athletics webpage for information about athletics, intramural and varsity sports at George Brown Polytechnic. The webpage also has information on our fitness centre hours, locations, the gym schedule, and home games for our varsity teams.

Domestic Applicants George Brown Polytechnic can accept upgrading credits towards an application. Please be sure to check with the Admissions office (admissions@georgebrown.ca) to ensure the credit you are taking is suitable for admission purposes. Please ensure that your documentation is submitted...

Public parking lots are available in close proximity to George Brown Polytechnic campuses. Parking at Casa Loma Campus There are three parking lots available at Casa Loma: Lot A (475 MacPherson Ave.)Lot B (9 Bridgeman Ave.)Lot C (35 Bridgeman Ave.) These lots are available for daily, occasional, and...

George Brown Polytechnic is named after George Brown (1818-1880) who was a Canadian politician, founder of The Globe newspaper in Toronto (now the national newspaper The Globe and Mail), and one of one of Canada's "Fathers of Confederation". Find out more about George Brown Polytechnic on our...

The Office of Anti-Racism, Equity and Human Rights Services is here to answer questions related to diversity, equity, and human rights at George Brown Polytechnic. We assist you in matters related to ensuring a welcoming and respectful learning and work environment for all GBP students and staff...

George Brown Polytechnic has identified certain accommodation options for students who are planning to travel to Toronto to attend their academic program of studies. We ensure you have everything you need in order to focus on your education and succeed. That is why we offer our students multiple...

Public Transportation to George Brown George Brown Polytechnic is easily accessible by public transit. Our campus locations webpage will provide you with the information you need to get to George Brown.

Campus Security There are security desks set up at all of our George Brown Polytechnic campuses. Casa Loma, 146 Kendal Avenue- The security desk is located just inside the front doors.St. James, 200 King Street East- The security desk is located to the right of the front doors to the main lobby...

Privacy Act George Brown Polytechnic is committed to preserving the privacy of all information we collect. In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) we will not reveal contact information for a student to a third party without that student’s consent...

Recruitment Agents George Brown Polytechnic maintains a network of authorized international agents who play an important role in aiding prospective international students through their application process while representing GBP in a professional and trustworthy manner at all time. Please note that...

George Brown's Relationships With Other Post-Secondary Institutions George Brown Polytechnic offers many programs where you may be able to use credits earned at GBP towards further post-secondary credentials. In some cases credentials earned in a post secondary institution elsewhere may be...

International Students at George Brown Polytechnic Toronto is a large and cosmopolitan city that attracts visitors and students from all over the world. There is a large and vibrant community at George Brown Polytechnic international students from more than 100 different countries. Due to the...

We recommend scheduling an appointment with a Career Advisor to help with your questions. Please visit GBCareers and follow these steps: 1. Log in using your GBP Email (GBPID@georgebrown.ca) and STU-VIEW password. 2. Select 'Career Services' on the left-side dashboard; if you don't see it, select...

Campus Locations & Maps Currently there a three (3) campus locations and several satellite locations at George Brown Polytechnic. For maps, room locations, and directions to the various campuses please see the Campus Locations webpage.

There are a number of factors that can limit the number of transfer credits you can receive. Institutional Residency The minimum number of courses you must complete in your declared program of study at George Brown Polytechnic in order to be eligible to graduate. Full-time Programs: Twenty-five...

George Brown Polytechnic's Waterfront Campus, consists of 1. Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences (WF)- This campus houses the Faculty of Health Sciences and is located at 51 Dockside Drive, Toronto ON M5A 0B6. 2. Limberlost Place (WFL)- This campus houses the School of Architectural Studies...

Thank you for your interest in hiring George Brown students and grads! To post an opportunity on our job board, please set up your employer profile on our free job portal GBCareers. This platform will allow you to post your job opportunities at any time and target program disciplines key to your...

The Career Services team is here to support student job seekers and employers in the GBP Community with events, resources, 1:1 support, and more. You can check out the following quick links for more information: Services for StudentsResources & Supports for Staff, Faculty and Employers If you have...

Looking for work that fits your schedule? Want to earn money while staying close to class? There are many student-friendly jobs on campus with departments looking to hire people just like you! While student hiring tends to happen at certain times of the year, you can start exploring campus jobs and...

Career Services is here to support you in your job search, whether its looking for part time work while studying, or exploring roles in your field near the end of your program. Here are some of the supports available to you: Explore thousands of job postings from employers searching for early talent...

If you are being sponsored it means that someone else is responsible for paying your tuition fees. George Brown Polytechnic will require an official (original) sponsorship letter with total amount covered and invoice instructions from your sponsor authorizing GBP to bill them for your tuition fees...

No, tutoring at the Tutoring & Learning Centre (TLC) is provided at no extra cost to all students currently enrolled at George Brown Polytechnic.

Ontario Colleges begins accepting applications in October for the upcoming Sept academic cycle (e.g. opens in October 2026 for programs beginning in Fall 2027, Winter 2028 and Spring 2028). You may apply at any time. However, the equal consideration date is February 1st of the academic year you are...

Applying to George Brown Polytechnic If you are a Domestic applicant, you can apply for a full-time program to attend George Brown Polytechnic through the Ontario Colleges website. You may select up to five (5) programs on your application, and up to three (3) at George Brown Polytechnic. There is a...