Online Further Education Fair (October 21 and 22)

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Want to take your education to the next level?

Explore your options at Further Education Fair

October 21 and 22, 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (drop-in)

Can’t get enough of post-secondary education? Keep the learning going by attending this year’s Online Further Education Fair, part of Further Education Month, where you can connect with schools and discover all the programs that are available to you. The fair will take place online using the Brazen virtual fair platform, so you can make personal connections with representatives from around the world through one-on-one text or video chats.

Join us at the fair to:

  • Explore a broad range of further education options, from grad school to postgraduate certificate programs and more
  • Ask school representatives your questions about programs
  • Connect with SSC careers staff who can provide guidance on further education options

Representatives from more than 70 schools and programs will be at the fair! Different schools will be featured on October 21 and 22, so you can drop in and explore based on your schedule and which schools and programs you want to learn about.

Register for October 21
Register for October 22
October 21:

  • ADLER Graduate Professional School
  • American University of Antigua: College of Medicine
  • Brunel University London
  • Canadian Academy of Osteopathy
  • Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
  • Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
  • Carleton University: Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs
  • Concordia University: John Molson School of Business
  • Conestoga College
  • Goodman School of Business
  • Humber College
  • KOM Consultants
  • Lakehead University: Faculty of Graduate Studies
  • Montreal Clinical Research Institute
  • MSc in Sustainability Management Program
  • Niagara University College of Education
  • OCAD University
  • Palmer College of Chiropractic
  • Queen’s University: Faculty of Law – JD
  • Queen’s University: Translational Medicine Graduate Program
  • Ross University School of Medicine
  • Saba University School of Medicine
  • Saint Mary’s University: Sobey School of Business
  • Sheridan College
  • Smith School of Business
  • Study in UK Inc.
  • The Princeton Review
  • Trent University: School of Education
  • Trent/Fleming School of Nursing
  • Trinity School of Medicine
  • University of Leicester
  • University of Medicine and Health Sciences
  • University of New Brunswick
  • University of Southern California: Viterbi School of Engineering
  • University of Toronto: Department of Immunology
  • University of Toronto: Department of Medical Biophysics
  • University of Toronto: Department of Molecular Genetics
  • University of Toronto: Faculty of Information
  • University of Toronto: Graduate Studies, Department of Physical and Environmental Sciences
  • University of Toronto: Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy
  • University of Toronto: Master of Accounting and Finance (MAccFin@UTSC)
  • University of Toronto: Master of Management & Professional Accounting (MMPA)
  • University of Toronto: Master of Urban Innovation
  • University of Toronto: MBiotech
  • University of Toronto: MMI Master of Management of Innovation
  • University of Toronto: Rehabilitation Sciences Institute
  • University of Toronto: Rotman School of Management
  • University of Waterloo: School of Pharmacy
  • Western University: Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences
  • Western University: Master of Environment and Sustainability Program
  • Wilfrid Laurier University: Department of Economics – MABE Program
 October 22:

  • Across the Pond
  • Canada Law from Abroad – Law
  • Canadian & American Daul JD Program
  • CANTEACH
  • Centennial College: Student Recruitment
  • Humber College
  • McMaster University: Continuing Education
  • McMaster University: DeGroote School of Business, eHealth MSc
  • McMaster University:
    DeGroote School of Business, MBA Programs
  • Niagara University in Ontario
  • Ontario Institute for Studies in Education
  • OzTREKK Study in Australia
  • Queen’s University: Translational Medicine Graduate Program
  • Seneca
  • St. George’s University of London: Medical School – Cyprus Program
  • The Princeton Review
  • Tyndale University
  • Université de Montréal: Medical University of the Americas Institute for Research in Immunology and Cancer
  • University of Ottawa: Faculty of Law
  • University of Toronto: Dalla Lana School of Public Health
  • University of Toronto: Department of Physiology
  • University of Toronto: Department of Speech-Language Pathology
  • University of Toronto: Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education
  • University of Toronto: Faculty of Medicine
  • University of Victoria: Faculty of Graduate Studies
  • University of Victoria: Faculty of Law
  • University of Windsor: Faculty of Education
  • University of Windsor: Faculty of Law
  • Western Law
  • Western University: Graduate Studies & Postdoctoral Affairs, Faculty of Schulich Medicine & Dentistry

More schools/organizations will be confirmed in the coming weeks.

Get a sneak peek of the advice you’ll have access to at the fair by reading these tips submitted by school reps who will be at the event.

Get tips from the reps

One-on-one appointments

Are you unsure if further education is for you? Or maybe you want to chat with someone who can help you develop a plan to explore your options. Either way, our further education experts can help. Book an appointment on OSCARplus > Student Success Centre > Appointments > Careers.

Book an appointment

Have just a few quick questions?

Our career drop-ins can provide answers to most simple further education questions. Drop-in chats are open every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Access career drop-ins

"I’ll never forget that one afternoon where I was walking through the McMaster student centre and unknowingly bumped into a graduate school fair. I’m also sure that there may also be a time where I will need to consider what I truly want and I hope that sharing my little thought experiment here will help you do the same."

Jeff Tam, HBSc Biology '13

Get the full story

October is Further Education Month

Check out these webinars to help you make decisions and support your further education journey.

For information on program types and additional resources, check out our Further Education page.

Medical scientists in lab

Health Care Further Ed Q&A Panel

October 6, 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. (recording available)

Get insight from alumni and school representatives from different health care programs. Learn about how they made their decisions, their experiences with the application process and their career journey.

Health Care Further Ed Q&A PanelView the recording
Female Students Working in MDCL4074 Lab

Ask Me Anything: Medical School

October 7, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Join our online, text-based chat to learn more about the application process, the program and the career from those currently enrolled or working in the field.

Drop in for as many chats as you like anytime during the event.

Ask Me Anything: Medical School Register

Considering Medical School?

October 8, 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. (recording available)

This discussion will provide a clear overview of how to prepare for Ontario Medical School applications. Open to all faculties and all undergraduate students.

Considering Medical School?View the recording
Students at Volunteer Fair booth

Volunteer Experience and Med School Applications

October 8, 1:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. (recording available)

Are you planning to apply for medical school? In this session, we will discuss the ways volunteering can help you develop skills and add value to your application. We will also go over what types of volunteer experiences are out there and how you can find them.

Volunteer Experience and Med School Applications View the recording
Students at desks studying

Ask Me Anything: Law School

October 14, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Join our online, text-based chat to learn more about the application process, the program and the career from those currently enrolled or working in the field.

Drop in for as many chats as you like anytime during the event.

Ask Me Anything: Law SchoolRegister
Students studying at a desk

Considering Grad School?

October 15, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (recording available)

Come to this event if grad school is on your mind. We’ll provide an overview of what you need to know and how to explore your options.

Considering Grad School? View the recording
Students in business lab

Alternatives to Grad School

October 15, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (recording available)

Grad school isn’t the only type of further education. There are other opportunities to support your career goals that may fit better with your interests. Come to this session to explore all the further education options available to you.

Alternatives to Grad SchoolView the recording
McMaster students on campus

Grad School Q&A Panel

October 27, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (recording available)

Have your questions about the grad school process answered by experts. Join us for a behind-the-scenes view and discussion led by grad school admissions representatives, an alumni career counsellor and a grad student.

Grad School Q&A PanelView the recording
McMaster campus, students walking by L.R. Wilson

Ask Me Anything: Teachers College

November 4, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Are you considering teachers college? Attend this ask-me-anything session to get answers to your questions.

Ask Me Anything: Teachers CollegeRegister
McMaster campus, students walking by Mills Library

Ask Me Anything: Social Work

November 18, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

If you’re interested in pursuing a career in social work, attend this ask-me-anything session to get answers to your questions.

Ask Me Anything: Social WorkRegister

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