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 Bachelor of 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

Two Western research projects among four recipients of Canada Brain Research Fund grants

May 24, 2023
Interdisciplinary teams working on cognition, brain repair receive funds from Health Canada and Brain Canada.

Graduate program earns CPA accreditation

May 18, 2023
Western Education’s PhD in the Field of School and Applied Child Psychology has been accredited for a three-year term.

Western Research launches new mentorship network, co-designed by researchers

May 18, 2023
­­­Program prioritizes equity-deserving groups, building community and connection.

Associate Teacher Recognition and Awards

May 11, 2023
It was an evening of gratitude, collaboration, and delicious food as associate teachers and their colleagues gathered at the Faculty of Education.

Dr. Kathy Hibbert honoured with Distinguished University Professorship

April 24, 2023
The associate dean and university professor is the first Faculty of Education member to be named a Distinguished University Professor.

New research highlights unique pandemic challenges of families dealing with ADHD

April 20, 2023
The study finds an inherent vulnerability among these families and points to a need for safeguards to protect their wellbeing during times of crisis.

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