Take theory, add practical learning, state-of-the-art labs and creative spaces and you will unleash innovative and entrepreneurial thinking. Integrate opportunities to move from a certificate to a diploma to a degree and beyond. Add in international partnerships to help you broaden your learning experience and develop intercultural skills – that’s the formula that makes Humber a global leader in polytechnic education.
We have the programs, professors and services that impress! From sports to student-run clubs, there is always something to be involved in at Humber. But more than that, being a polytechnic means that we have laid the groundwork for your success. Take a look at everything we have to offer, then apply for your dream program.
31,200 full-time students
6,000+ international students
1,400 students in residence
1,800 apprenticeship students
265,000 Humber alumni with 10,000 graduates annually
19 varsity sports teams
200+ full-time programs
110,000 program applications annually
100+ diploma to degree pathway opportunities
60+ pathways with partners in Ontario, Canada and abroad
85% of Humber graduates are employed within 6 months of completing studies
Humber gives away $10M worth of scholarships & bursaries
333,000 sq.ft. recent campus expansion
93,000 sq.ft. Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation
Humber is the 1st public college in Canada to adopt the Okanagan Charter setting an ambitious goal to be the healthiest campus in the country
Humber achieves First Zero Carbon Certification in Canada for a Retrofit (North Campus building will be one of the most energy efficient in North America)
1st Ontario College to achieve Silver Rating for Sustainability Tracking Assessment Rating SystemTM
Humber leads the overall medal count for both the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) and the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA)
Being a polytechnic means that our programs are career-focused and responsive to changes in competitive global job markets. Humber professors bring a wealth of relevant industry experience to the classroom. Class sizes are small, and simulation labs and work placements bridge the gap between classroom and industry. We put theory into practice from day one, which is important because work-integrated learning means you will have experience working in your industry before you graduate! When you leave Humber you will be a professional, poised and ready to make your mark.
With technology rapidly advancing, a Humber education will help you chart a sure path to your career and keep you in the know about changing trends in the professional world. Our programs blend theory and hands-on learning, giving you the opportunity to gain practical experience in-class and on-the-job. You’ll learn from professors with industry experience who know what skills are in demand.
You’ll have the option to select from a wide range of credentials including certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, degrees and Ontario graduate certificates. You’ll be able to get the credit you deserve and further your education through many pathways and transfer opportunities. With our diverse experiential learning opportunities ranging from placements, internships, applied research projects and more, you’ll be even closer to your dream career by the time you graduate.
Don't be worried about making new friends at Humber. The First Year Experience is a peer mentoring program in which you are matched with other first-year students and an upper-year mentor from your program. Get the inside track on your classes, get connected to campus and make new friends. At Humber, you'll have all of the services you need and lots of opportunities to get involved in and outside of the classroom. Check out the list of services you will have access to as a Humber student.
Humber, is made up of six faculties, each with a reputation and extensive industry and community partnerships. Our programs are delivered in state-of-the-art facilities and creative spaces by professors with extensive real-world experience. Humber's Centres of Innovation offer students the opportunity to join interdisciplinary teams with faculty and our partners to solve complex, real-world problems and gain valuable experience while making a contribution.