Subjects by degree
Across the international curricula Saint Mary's lists, a BA needs English plus four other academic subjects, a BComm adds Mathematics, and a BSc needs English, advanced Mathematics and one science.
Partner university · Canada
Saint Mary’s University
A Halifax university in Nova Scotia with a long-established commerce faculty and a strong international intake.
Founded 1840University
7,281Students
About the university
Why students choose Saint Mary’s University
A Halifax university in Nova Scotia with a long-established commerce faculty and a strong international intake.
We place students here by direct application, which suits applicants whose grades and English result already meet the published entry requirements.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: Saint Mary’s University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Engineering diploma
The Diploma in Engineering asks for English, advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, another science (Physics recommended) and one more academic subject.
IB Diploma
IB applicants need a minimum predicted IBDP score of 24, and up to 42 credit hours can be awarded for completing the diploma.
Before you arrive
International students must also provide a provincial attestation letter (PAL), arrange a Canadian study permit and pay an admission confirmation deposit.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What Saint Mary’s University costs
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
Programmes
Popular courses at Saint Mary’s University
Bachelor of Science - Computing Science
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Bachelor of Commerce - Management Information Systems & Analytics
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Master of Business Analytics (MBAN)
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Saint Mary’s University, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Saint Mary’s University is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Saint Mary’s University: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppDoes Saint Mary’s University offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Admissions Scholarships. We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Saint Mary’s University?
GESCO applies to Saint Mary’s University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Saint Mary’s University?
Saint Mary’s University is in Canada. It was founded in 1840.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Saint Mary’s University?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Saint Mary’s University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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Interested in Saint Mary’s University?
Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.
- Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
- A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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