Online Further Education Fair

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.

Meet the schools

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.

Tips from the school reps

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

Application tips

Videos

Overview of Grad Applications

Personal Statements and Letters of Intent

Tip sheets

Guide to Grad School

How to Ask for Grad School References

Letter of Intent

Writing a CV

Program Research Organizer

Get one-on-one support

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

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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.

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.

View the recording

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.

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.

View the recording

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.

View the recording

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.

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.

View the recording

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.

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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.

View 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.

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.