CBU
Cape Breton University
Sydney, Nova Scotia, 🇨🇦 Canada · Public · Est. 1974
#828
World Ranking
#54
In Canada
43+
Courses & Fees
1974
Founded
What Cape Breton University Is Known For
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Widely recognised for its Hospitality & Tourism and Arts & Humanities programmes, with a strong record of graduate employability and active research output based in Sydney, Nova Scotia.
Rankings
#828
Global Ranking (indicative)
#54
Ranking in Canada
Rankings are composite estimates for guidance purposes, updated periodically by ICS from globally recognised ranking systems. Always confirm current standing directly with the university.
Courses & Fees (43+)
Arts & Humanities
31 programmes| Programme | Level | Duration | Fee (per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Religious Studies | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 15,450 / year |
| Cultural Studies | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 17,850 / year |
| Creative Writing | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 11,350 / year |
| Music | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 15,150 / year |
| History | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 17,900 / year |
| English Literature | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 12,100 / year |
| Fine Art | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 14,200 / year |
| Linguistics | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 22,500 / year |
| Theatre & Performance Studies | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 22,000 / year |
| Archaeology | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 21,200 / year |
| Philosophy | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 22,550 / year |
| Modern Languages | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 24,600 / year |
| Religious Studies | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 12,550 / year |
| Cultural Studies | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 19,300 / year |
| Creative Writing | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 12,850 / year |
| Music | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 15,350 / year |
| History | Graduate Certificate | 6-12 Months | USD 14,900 / year |
| English Literature | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 11,000 / year |
| Fine Art | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 22,050 / year |
| Linguistics | Graduate Certificate | 6-12 Months | USD 17,950 / year |
| Theatre & Performance Studies | Graduate Certificate | 6-12 Months | USD 18,550 / year |
| Archaeology | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 20,150 / year |
| Philosophy | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 12,300 / year |
| Modern Languages | Associate Degree | 2 Years | USD 22,700 / year |
| Religious Studies | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 18,350 / year |
| Cultural Studies | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 22,050 / year |
| Creative Writing | PhD / Doctorate | 3-5 Years | USD 17,600 / year |
| Music | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 11,950 / year |
| History | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 23,450 / year |
| English Literature | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 14,300 / year |
| Fine Art | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 17,550 / year |
Hospitality & Tourism
12 programmes| Programme | Level | Duration | Fee (per year) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Culinary Arts | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 11,400 / year |
| Tourism Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 21,300 / year |
| Hotel Management | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 22,500 / year |
| Airline & Airport Management | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 14,950 / year |
| Event Management | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 16,650 / year |
| Sports Management | Graduate Certificate | 6-12 Months | USD 13,850 / year |
| Culinary Arts | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 24,650 / year |
| Tourism Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 11,900 / year |
| Hotel Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 24,450 / year |
| Airline & Airport Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 21,700 / year |
| Event Management | Masters | 1-2 Years | USD 14,850 / year |
| Sports Management | Bachelors | 4 Years | USD 12,600 / year |
Fees shown are indicative annual estimates for guidance only and vary by intake, scholarship eligibility and programme. PhD study is frequently fully funded through research or teaching assistantships. ICS will confirm exact, current fees with the university before you apply.