About the university
Brandon University (BU) is a public university in Brandon, Manitoba. It began as Brandon College, a Baptist college founded at the turn of the 20th century, and received its university charter in 1967. It has faculties of Arts, Science, Education and Health Studies and a School of Music, and graduate programmes in education, music, psychiatric nursing, environmental and life sciences and rural development.
For Indian students, the most relevant options are the four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (streams in general management, accounting, talent management and business analytics) and science degrees such as Environmental Science. International tuition is charged per course, at about CAD 16,900 a year in Arts for 10 courses (2025-26).
- Founded
- As Brandon College, a Baptist college (principal appointed 1899, cornerstone laid 1900); university charter on 5 June 1967
- Type
- Public university in Manitoba
- Faculties
- Arts (including Business Administration), Science, Education, Health Studies and the School of Music
- Intakes
- September (deadline 1 April) and January (deadline 1 August)
- International tuition (2025-26)
- About CAD 16,900–18,700 a year for 10 courses, depending on faculty
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business Administration
- Fee / year
- C$16,855
- Duration
- 4 years or 4-year honours (120 credit hours); streams in general management, accounting, talent management and business analytics
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 58; Duolingo 120 (105); TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the 1–6 scale (or 86 for older tests); CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration major (3-year)
- Fee / year
- C$16,855
- Duration
- 3 years (90 credit hours); a 4-year BA major is also offered
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 58; Duolingo 120 (105); TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the 1–6 scale (or 86 for older tests); CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$16,855
- Duration
- 1 year (30 credit hours)
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 58; Duolingo 120 (105); TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the 1–6 scale (or 86 for older tests); CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
- Fee / year
- C$18,315
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 58; Duolingo 120 (105); TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the 1–6 scale (or 86 for older tests); CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$17,904
- Duration
- Full-time bachelor's degree
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 April); January (apply by 1 August)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 58; Duolingo 120 (105); TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the 1–6 scale (or 86 for older tests); CAEL 60
- Postgraduate
Master of Arts in Rural Development
- Fee / year
- C$8,593
- Duration
- Graduate programme; check credit load with Graduate Studies
- Intakes
- Check with Graduate Studies
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0); PTE 58; Duolingo 120 (105); TOEFL iBT 4.5 on the 1–6 scale (or 86 for older tests); CAEL 60
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration | 4 years or 4-year honours (120 credit hours); streams in general management, accounting, talent management and business analytics | C$16,855 | ≈ ₹11.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration major (3-year) | 3 years (90 credit hours); a 4-year BA major is also offered | C$16,855 | ≈ ₹11.3 lakh |
| Business Certificate | 1 year (30 credit hours) | C$16,855 | ≈ ₹11.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science | 4 years | C$18,315 | ≈ ₹12.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Music | Full-time bachelor's degree | C$17,904 | ≈ ₹12 lakh |
| Master of Arts in Rural Development | Graduate programme; check credit load with Graduate Studies | C$8,593 | ≈ ₹5.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
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Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Final-year results in five academic subjects with an overall average of C or higher (BU's general international guideline). BU does not publish an India-specific percentage; ask Admissions.
- Deadlines: 1 April for September and 1 August for January; applications after 1 April are considered for January.
- Official transcripts must come directly from your school or exam board, with a principal's letter if you are in your final year.
Postgraduate
- Graduate applications go through BU's Faculty of Graduate Studies; programmes are in education, music, psychiatric nursing, environmental and life sciences, and rural development.
- An English-medium undergraduate degree with a CGPA of 2.0 can meet the English requirement.
Documents
- Official Class 10 and 12 transcripts (and any college transcripts)
- Principal's letter confirming graduation (final-year students)
- English test score, unless you qualify for a waiver
- Valid passport
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 (undergraduate and graduate) |
| PTE Academic | 58 |
| Duolingo | 120, with at least 105 in all components |
| TOEFL iBT | 4.5 with 4.0 in each section (tests from 21 January 2026); 86 with 20 per section for older tests |
| Class 12 English waiver | Three years of English-medium secondary school can meet the requirement |
Accommodation and living costs
BU has three residence halls connected to the dining hall and Student Union Centre: McMaster Hall (all genders), Darrach Hall and Flora Cowan. Meal plans are mandatory and fees are paid each term; a CAD 350 deposit is credited to housing fees. Rates below are BU's popular room-and-meal combinations, per term.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| McMaster Hall double with Value Meal Plan | C$4,700per term | ≈ ₹3.1 lakh |
| Darrach or Flora Cowan standard single with meal plan | C$5,100–5,475per term | ≈ ₹3.4 lakh – ₹3.7 lakh |
| McMaster Hall single with meal plan | C$5,650–6,650per term | ≈ ₹3.8 lakh – ₹4.5 lakh |
| Residence depositCredited towards housing fees | C$350one-off | ≈ ₹23,450 |
Campus and location
BU's main campus is in Brandon, Manitoba, with residences linked to Harvest Hall and the Student Union Centre.
- Business Administration sits in the Faculty of Arts; accounting and HR courses meet CPA and CPHR prerequisites.
- Psychiatric nursing is taught in Brandon and Winnipeg.
- International students need health insurance, about CAD 1,104 a year.
Careers and graduate outcomes
BU business students can gain experience through cooperative work placements, case competitions and research with professors. BU does not publish employment figures. Post-study work rights depend on IRCC rules; see our Canada guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|
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FAQs
What are Brandon University's fees for Indian students?
BU's latest published table (2025-26) charges international students CAD 1,685.54 per course in Arts (including Business Administration) and CAD 1,831.50 in Science. A 10-course year is about CAD 19,700–21,200 with compulsory fees.
When are the deadlines?
1 April for September entry and 1 August for January entry.
Can I use my Class 12 English instead of IELTS?
Possibly. BU accepts three years of study at an English-medium secondary school as proof of English. Otherwise you need IELTS 6.5 (6.0), PTE 58, Duolingo 120 or TOEFL.
Sources
- BU: International undergraduate tuition table 2025-26 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- BU: International graduate tuition table 2025-26 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- BU: International admission requirements (opens in a new tab)
- BU: English proficiency requirements (opens in a new tab)
- BU: International deadlines (opens in a new tab)
- BU: Degree programmes (opens in a new tab)
- BU: Business Administration (opens in a new tab)
- BU: Popular room and meal plans (opens in a new tab)
- BU: Room and board rates (opens in a new tab)
- BU: Historical sketch (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.brandonu.ca (opens in a new tab)
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