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TOURISM &CULINARY ARTS
International
Welcome to the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC)!
As an incoming exchange student you are eligible to study at NSCC in the fall semester (arrival end of August,
semester starts beginning of September and ends mid-December) or as a scholarship student (Canada-
CARICOM) you may have the opportunity to study for the full academic year (September to April) in the
following programs:
• Tourism Management
• Culinary Arts
The Tourism Management and Culinary Arts programs (within the NSCC School of Business) are offered at the
Akerley Campus in Halifax-Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, on the Atlantic coast of Canada. Halifax is a student city
with five universities and three campuses of NSCC. The Akerley Campus is well known for its Culinary Arts and
Tourism Management program, the campus boasts a full-service cafeteria, fine-dining restaurant and cafe.
The Campus is also home to a state-of-the-art Transportation Centre, and recently added Welding and Metal
Fabrication Annex. A bright student lounge and cafeteria make things comfortable, while a lively Student
Association keeps things hopping with events throughout the year.
International
For information about life in Nova Scotia please visitthe following websites:
www.novascotia.com
www.thecoast.ca
www.herald.ns.ca
www.cbc.ca/ns
www.destinationhalifax.com
Our International Student Guidebook can be
found on the NSCC International website:
http://international.nscc.ca/guidebook
For information on immigration matters,
please visit our Resources for International
Students section:
http://international.nscc.ca/resources
International
Accommodation
NSCC students at the three metro Halifax-
Dartmouth campuses (Akerley, IT, and
Waterfront) can choose a “Homestay”
program to live with a Canadian family. Cost
for homestay per month (including meals):
$800 (approximately). Please contact NSCC
International for more information:
NSCC International has also prepared
information on finding accommodations in
Nova Scotia:
http://international.nscc.ca/housingguide
If you have questions about accommodations
or need advice on housing, please contact us:
Summary of Fees (all prices in Canadian dollars and are subject to change for 2016):
• NSCC tuition and international student fee is waived according to the agreement between our
institutions. You will pay tuition at your home institution for the semester you spend at NSCC.
• Mandatory health and dental insurance: $59/month x 4 months = $236
• U-Pass (pass for unlimited transportation on Metro Transit – bus & ferry) = $169
• College Services Fee: $100
• Student Association Fee (Akerley Campus): $60
• The textbook amount will vary according to your program of study. You will receive more
information on arrival. You will purchase your textbooks directly from the bookstore
on campus.
Total fees estimated for 2016 are $565 (subject to change). Fees are payable by credit card (Visa, Mastercard,
American Express). You will receive more information on fee payment after being accepted as an exchange
student at NSCC. Please note that students who are awarded Government of Canada scholarships will have
these fees paid by their scholarship funds.
Tourism Management No matter what part of the tourism industry interests you; this program provides a solid foundation of skills
and experience that opens doors to a great career with unlimited potential worldwide.
Courses available in the Tourism Management program provide a broader understanding of the diverse career
opportunities within the industry. These courses may include International Tourism, where you experience
an international destination first-hand; New Ventures, where you gain insight into starting a business; and
Sustainable Tourism Development, where you work with local partners to grow tourism products in your area.
Throughout the program, your faculty advisors offer guidance on the courses that best prepare you for your
career goals.
Throughout the program, you experience a variety of delivery methods, including case studies, simulations,
field work, group projects, conferences, seminars and professional industry panels. All courses are reflective
of current tourism industry trends and practices and we’re always working to evolve the program based
on these activities. We feel strongly that the NSCC has positioned itself as one of the very best hospitality
institutions in the country. We have integrated various forms of technology into our classrooms, which
have enhanced engagement, enabling faculty to explore dynamic and unconventional approaches in their
delivery. Our 21st century methods of assessing and evaluating have proven to motivate students to meet the
outcomes in a more engaging manner. The long term success of our students reflects that our methodologies
and philosophy create a healthy environment that promotes results driven graduates.
The Academic Chair for your program will assign courses once your transcripts are reviewed. The courses you
can take will depend on availability and whether you meet the necessary pre-requisites.
Please note that second year courses do not start until mid-October due to the mandatory co-operative work
placement. Because of this, students will be placed in first and second year courses.
For a listing of Tourism Management courses and concentrations, please visit:
http://www.nscc.ca/learning_programs/programs/PlanDescr.aspx?prg=TMAN&pln=TMAN-Y1
Culinary ArtsThe NSCC Culinary program is the largest in Atlantic Canada with 6 Culinary campuses, 20 full time chef
faculty and roughly 300 students. The program focuses on the skills necessary to have successful careers
in a variety of food and beverage related industries. We train the fundamental techniques of cooking and
presentation while developing the management skills of a professional chef. Students participate in a paid
work term in between the first and second year, giving them valuable on the job training. Courses include:
International Cuisine, Molecular Gastronomy, Classic European Cuisine, Introduction to Cold Cuisine, Modern
North American, Wine and Food pairing, Charcuterie, Butchery, and Pastry Arts to name a few.
Each of our six culinary campuses has a fine dining restaurant. The talented team that run the dining rooms
include a number of International gold medal winning Culinary Olympians, multiple Certified Chefs de
Cuisine, and Certified Sommeliers. Our chef team is recognized in the culinary community as being the best of
their craft.
Over the last several years we have worked very closely with industry and educational leaders to continually
update our curriculum to reflect current industry practices and innovations. We feel strongly that the NSCC
has positioned itself as one of the very best culinary institutions in the country. We have integrated various
forms of technology into our kitchens, which have enhanced engagement, enabling faculty to explore
dynamic and unconventional approaches in their delivery. Our 21st century methods of assessing and
evaluating have proven to motivate students to meet the outcomes in a more engaging manner. The long
term success of our students reflects that our methodologies and philosophy create a healthy environment
that promotes results driven graduates.
The Academic Chair for your program will assign courses once your transcripts are reviewed. The courses you
can take will depend on availability and whether you meet the necessary pre-requisites.
Please note that second year courses do not start until mid-October due to the mandatory co-operative work
placement. Because of this, students will be placed in first and second year courses.
For a listing of Culinary Arts courses, please visit:
http://www.nscc.ca/learning_programs/programs/PlanDescr.aspx?prg=CULA&pln=CULINARTS
International
For more information on NSCC International, stay connected through:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/nsccinternational
Facebook: www.facebook.com/nsccintlstudents
Twitter: www.twitter.com/nsccintl
Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/nsccintl
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/internationalatnscc
