Recognized nationally for leadership in teaching, research and student satisfaction, attracts excellent students from across the country and around the world.Undergraduate and graduate students connect and collaborate with faculty, staff and their peers through diverse communities that span residential colleges, classrooms, disciplines, co-curricular and community-based activities.
Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (8)
- M.A. Anthropology
- M.A. Cultural Studies
- M.A. History
- M.Sc. Psychology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (6)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (4)
Humanities (4)
- M.A. Anthropology
- M.A. English
- M.A. History
- M.Sc. Psychology
Engineering & Technology (3)
Business & Management (2)
- M.Sc. Forensic Science
- M.Mgt Management
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- M.Sc. Forensic Science
Computer Science & IT (1)
Education & Training (1)
- M.Ed. Educational Studies
About
History
1964 – year Trent was founded .Heritage Peterborough was first organized May 11, 1984 in the Board Room of Peterborough and Kawartha Tourist and Convention Bureau. Their aim was to encourage wide interest, research and awareness of 150 years of historical growth of the city and county.
Education
Trent offers an impressive range of academically rigorous program across the arts and science as well professional and specialty programs , with all benefits of high-quality research and exemplary teaching within a personal, close-knit community.
Research
Day or night, on campus and around the globe, researchers at Trent University are involved in studies of global significance. They emphasize interdisciplinary approaches drawing from the sciences, social sciences and humanities. Research excellence at Trent helps to solve complex problems and enables the student in all of us to better understand the world.
Career
The career development process involves:
- discover yourself
- explore your options
- make choices
- take action
It is a continual process where you will likely go back to revisit steps you've already taken because of new information you've discovered.
Career Guide Contents
- The Career Guide provides an in-depth exploration of career and work search topics.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2019
1148 -78
2018
1070
2017
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Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Summer Orientation for New Students is a day-long event offered by Student Accessibility Services (SAS) at Trent. First-year students with disabilities and their parents are invited to join our staff for an all-you-need-to-know info session about SAS, what to expect when they arrive in September, and supports on campus.
Housing services
Located at Catharine Parr Traill College, Trent University Housing Services has beautiful, self-contained one and two bedroom apartments available for rent to Trent Graduate Students. Our apartments feature:
- Fridge and Stove
- 3 Piece Bathroom with Tub
- Laundry Facilities on Premises
- 24-hour Security lock-up
- Accessibility Units available
- Heat and Hydro included
Library services
In this plan, the Library and Archives has identified four main strategic directions with corresponding tactics
- Supporting Teaching and Learning
- Creating Spaces for Collaboration and Learning,
- Enabling Research and Scholarship and
- Building Partnerships.
ICT services
The dashboard below is intended to be a real-time indication of the status for key services.IT staff will update this dashboard as soon as a problem is detected and we encourage you to check here first before calling the Service Desk in the event you see an issue, which will enable Service Desk staff to concentrate on new issues rather than known issues.
Medical services
Trent Student Health Services is a team of caring, dedicated, multi-disciplinary professionals with expertise in university health issues.
As part of the Student Wellness Centre, we support a diverse student population through the provision of confidential primary health care, health promotion, disease prevention, and wellness education
Student Life
Campus life
- Peterborough Campus
- Durham Campus
Sports facilities
Homeschool Swim and Gym
- Spaces are still available for our unique Homeschool Swim and Gym program. Contact us for more information.
- The Athletics Centre can accommodate Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons at any point within a swim session. We offer a variety of lesson formats that suit an individual's swim background, schedule and iinterests.
- It is always a good idea to review the Athletics Centre Pool Rules before joining us for a swim. Do not hesiate to ask a lifeguard for clarification on any of the rules listed.
Student clubs
Close to 100 to choose from, including a student-driven co-operative café, Trent Radio, the Trent Film Society, the Trent Fashion Show, the Peterborough Coalition Against Poverty, Trent Meal Exchange, Trent International Students’ Association and more.
Student Reviews
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
its a wonderful experience for me
Trent University - Humbling and Challenging you
Kevin Mill rated 5 out of 5 stars
Incredible experience. Had the opportunity to explore a number of disciplines and discover what was interesting. Trent has very intimate-sized classes that created the ability to garner and hone-in on the topics.
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall, this is a great school. There are many opportunities to learn and become involved in the community.
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