University of Niagara Falls Canada

University of Niagara Falls Canada (UNF) is Canada’s newest university, located in downtown Niagara Falls. Offering innovative and relevant programs at the graduate and undergraduate level, UNF’s multi-modal educational model focuses on building a foundation of skills, knowledge, and aptitudes for all graduates to enable them to compete in a digital world.  

UNF believes that for graduates to succeed and be adaptable and resilient, they need to achieve a digital mindset, a combination of growth mindset and digital fluency. The educational model has been designed to be accessible, digitally focused, and relevant. UNF is preparing graduates for leadership in a digital world.  

This technology-centred approach puts students first, offering a cutting-edge learning framework that is adapted as technology changes and new processes emerge. Students will learn from industry leaders and highly experienced faculty, gain experience through work-integrated learning components, and build a solid foundation that sets them on the right path for success in their careers.  

UNF’s vision is “Innovative education and research for a digital world.” 

Academic programs are aligned to meet the needs of business and industry, providing students with the skills and knowledge needed now and for the future. UNF’s education model has been designed around three core principles:  

Accessible – UNF operates on a year-round term system, offering multiple entry points for students and more opportunities for working and work-integrated learning.  

Digital Focused – Digital fluency is an underlying theme of UNF’s programming, the teaching and assessment framework will ensure students have the specific and transferrable skills to succeed.  

Relevant – Addressing the skills gap that exists in today’s workforce, UNF will look to package needed skills into programs as learning outcomes and embed them into courses across the curriculum.  

Entrance awards are available for both domestic and international students who have been newly admitted to undergraduate or graduate programs at UNF. Academic performance scholarships are also available to students who excel in their studies.  

UNF Programs:  

The Master of Data Analytics program at UNF is designed to prepare graduates to be big data professionals who can grow in this high-demand career. The 48-credit program can be completed in five 12-week terms, and students are able to choose from one of three learning tracks to gain deeper problem-solving experience: marketing analytics, operations analytics, or general analytics.   

Responding to Canada’s needs for entrepreneurship and technology-enabled innovation, UNF’s Master of Management degree program provides graduates with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to become entrepreneurs or to drive digital transformation within existing organizations. There are two specializations offered, emerging technology and entrepreneurship, allowing students to tailor their learning experience.  

The global media landscape is in a constant state of flux and effective communication is needed now more than ever. UNF’s Master of Arts in Digital Media and Global Communications teaches students how to cut through the noise and share messages that resonate with their audience. Graduates will be able to leverage digital platforms to effectively tell the story of their organization and integrate marketing, advertising, branding, and public relations principles in the creation of content.  

The Honours Bachelor of Science – Biomedical Sciences at UNF will provide students the opportunity to gain competency in the field while also developing an understanding in the incorporation of contemporary digital technologies. Students can also elect to participate in a pre-med pathway which would allow qualifying students direct entry into year two of a medical degree program at one of two partner medical schools upon completion of the bachelor’s degree at UNF.  

Emerging technologies, new world finances, consumer social evolution, and the digital transformation of business and industry provide the framework for UNF’s Honours Bachelor of Business Administration degree program. Students will immerse themselves in real-world case studies, as part of an applied integrated curriculum and have the choice of two majors: digital economy or digital marketing.  

UNF is proud to support the City of Niagara Falls and their vision to create a hub of innovation and learning in the downtown core. We are attracting a vibrant community of students from around the world who will find ample opportunities to learn, innovate, work, and have fun. As Canada’s #1 tourist destination, Niagara Falls offers something for everyone.