Carleton University

Carleton University is located in Ottawa on a beautiful 62 hectare campus bordered by the Rideau River and the historic Rideau Canal, just a ten minute drive from Parliament Hill. Carleton takes full advantage of the unique resources found in the nation's capital and has earned a reputation as one of the foremost universities in the country in the fields of public affairs, business, engineering and design, high technology, arts and social sciences, and science. The proximity of the University to national libraries, laboratories, galleries, museums, international agencies, leading scientists, and research personnel, results in a variety of educational opportunities unparalleled in Canada. In addition to its undergraduate and graduate programs in more than 100 disciplines, Carleton offers a variety of hands on experiences through many co-operative education programs, work placements, field placements, and internships. Carleton has forged partnerships with government organizations, private sector businesses, industry, and other educational institutions. The University also has over 80 active academic exchange agreements with institutions and governments around the world, and offers study abroad and exchange options in a wide range of disciplines. Carleton makes its programs and resources available to a diverse clientele through innovative teaching technologies and life long learning opportunities, and offers a full range of services for persons with physical and learning disabilities.

Carleton University has earned itself a reputation as being one of the foremost universities in the country in the fields of public affairs, business, engineering and design, high technology, arts and social sciences, and science, the fields that have the best prospects for increased employment.

Updated Tuesday, September 23, 2008

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