The Western Education Difference
The Western Education Difference
Western ranked top 1%
Western ranked top 1%
We’re ranked in the top 1% of universities and 190th in the world according to THE World University Rankings. Making us your go to spot for studying at an internationally respected university.
Award-winning professors
Award-winning professors
Our incredible faculty will help you every step of your academic journey. They’ve been recognized with many awards, including the Hellmuth Prize for Achievement in Research, a Heritage Plaque from Research Western and an Order of Canada and an Order of Ontario.
Supportive initiatives and events
Supportive initiatives and events
We have our own dedicated students’ council that organizes awards as well as professional and social events, such as the grad formal.
Diverse community
Diverse community
With more than 1,000 students from Canada and around the world, we offer a community that energizes our halls and our online programs.
Faculty-specific scholarships
Faculty-specific scholarships
We offer scholarships for a variety of programs that can help you financially while you get one of our degrees.
Degree and program choice
Degree and program choice
Become an expert in your field. With Teacher Education, Master’s and Doctorate degrees, along with Additional Qualifications and certificates, you can choose the program that’s right for your career.
Western Education Spotlight
Western honours excellence with 2023-24 teaching awards
April 18, 2024
Among the recipients is a team led by Education Assistant Professor Candace Brunette-Debassige.
Instructor, EdD candidate Robyn Michaud runs 38th marathon
April 18, 2024
Robyn Michaud balances long-distance running with teaching, fostering, community service.
Western innovators receive Early Researcher Awards
March 28, 2024
10 faculty attract provincial funding for projects focused on health, homelessness and climate change.
George McAuley on teaching, music, and full circle moments
March 18, 2024
The Western Education alum shares lessons, observations, and fond memories from his time in the classroom and on the stage.
Western Education launches OpenEdu
March 08, 2024
The online open educational resources hub offers an equitable experience for accessing relevant materials and programs developed by education ...
Western Education-led study links placental oxygen levels to fetal brain development
February 27, 2024
Researchers use MRI to show how health of placenta may influence childhood cognition, behaviour.