The University of Manitoba is western Canada’s first university, established in 1877, and located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We are Manitoba’s only research-intensive university, and one of the country’s top research institutions. We have more than 31,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and more than 181,000 alumni living in 139 countries.
The University of Manitoba is the oldest university in Western Canada and one of the country’s top research institutions. We have more than 29,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and more than 145,000 alumni living in 140 countries.
Attracting people from around the world who share our ideals and vision for positive change. We believe in embracing challenges and taking action. Our students, researchers and alumni bring their unique voices to learning and discovery, shaping new ways of doing things and contributing to important conversations in topics that matter most, from human rights to global health to climate change. We are where imagination and action collide.
At the University of Manitoba we believe an exceptional student experience is built on the foundation of innovative teaching that encourages students to learn, thrive and grow through unique experiential and engagement activities both on and beyond campus. Students can take part in over 100 service-learning, internship, co-op and exchange programs with the chance to travel and study abroad in more than 35 countries.
University of Manitoba graduate students are the future leaders of our communities, our businesses and our government. They fuel innovation with their expertise, generating wealth in our province. Every year, graduate students showcase their research at the Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition. Students are challenged to share their findings in only three minutes, offering the public an opportunity to learn the latest in research.
Innovative spaces enrich the student learning experience. The Fort Garry campus sets the stage for important discoveries, transforming itself with modern facilities while preserving the historic buildings that have defined the campus for more than a century.
The University of Manitoba’s outstanding learning environment nurtures a climate for you to succeed. Our world-class professors bring expertise and knowledge to the classroom, encouraging dynamic collaboration and inspiring academic excellence. Academic support comes in many forms—from faculty, peers or from our dedicated Academic Learning Centre. Whether you need an academic advisor to help point you in the right direction, ongoing support, or additional advocacy, we have the resources and staff to guide you.
Location
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Located in the heart of Canada, the province of Manitoba is known for its pristine nature, beautiful landscape, vibrant culture and friendly people. Historic buildings have defined our campuses for more than a century, while modern facilities enrich learning experiences and provide opportunities for research and discovery.
With international students from over 120 different countries, UM is part Winnipeg’s unique and diverse cultural community. Living in Winnipeg provides opportunities to experience Canada’s great outdoors with unique activities in all four seasons.
We encourage Manitobans to make life vibrant, rewarding and fun. More than 25,000 people use our recreation facilities at both campuses every year. The Active Living Centre is a 100,000-square-foot facility and offers 1,000 free weights and accessories, 160 pieces of cardio equipment, a 12-metre climbing wall and a 200-metre elevated running track.
Two main campuses — Fort Garry and Bannatyne — the University of Manitoba has multiple satellite sites throughout the province and research settings around the world. The University features new, modern facilities complemented by historic buildings that have defined the campus for more than a century. These innovative spaces enrich the experiences of students, our community and visitors to campus.
- Fort Garry campus
Cradled in a bow of the Red River in a treed, green setting 20 minutes from the city centre, the historic Fort Garry campus encompasses more than 280 hectares. More than 60 major buildings host a range of world-class facilities including four colleges, laboratories, teaching and learning spaces, administrative and service offices, recreation facilities, research agencies, libraries and residences with open spaces and an interwoven network of streets, pedestrian pathways and plazas.
- Bannatyne campus
The University’s downtown campus is a vibrant urban community adjacent to the Health Sciences Centre. Serving our province’s future health professionals, this nine-building complex focuses on collaboration across disciplines — and trains the doctors, nurses and other health care professionals that go on to serve throughout Manitoba and beyond.
School & Faculty
- Agricultural and Food Sciences
- Agricultural
- Architecture
- Art
- Business
- Education
- Engineering
- Environment, Earth, and Resources
- Extended Education
- Graduate Studies
- Health Sciences
- Dental Hygiene
- Dentistry
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Rehabilitation Sciences
- Kinesiology and Recreation Management
- Law
- Music
- Science
- Social Work
