ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applications will be considered from those with a variety of experiences and qualifications who demonstrate the ability and aptitude to succeed in graduate-level study.

While the standard master’s admissions criteria apply (a four-year degree with a minimum 75% average over the last two years of full-time undergraduate study), applicants who do not meet the university’s minimum academic requirements may be considered if they can demonstrate equivalent experiences or competencies.

Equivalent experiences may include, but are not limited to:

• a three-year diploma or degree coupled with relevant work experience (usually 3+ years);
• significant and related professional experience (usually 5+ years);
• substantial and relevant learning and skills development.

Please note: Spaces in our Graduate Micro-Programs are limited; admission is not guaranteed by fulfilling the minimum (or equivalent) requirements.

🌎 International Applicants
Graduate Micro-Programs are not Post Graduate Work Permit eligible.
Additionally, due to their flexible nature, these programs may not meet the requirements for a Study Permit. If an international applicant wishes to take any of these programs, please contact [email protected] before applying to confirm that the programming will either be available continuously or can be taken fully online.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

Interested applicants should submit with their application:

• academic transcripts from all completed and in-progress post-secondary studies (universities and colleges)
• CV/resume
• letter of intent (500 words max) highlighting your motivations for pursuing the program
• any additional program-specific documents noted on individual program pages

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Review general GMP admission information on the Admissions tab, and program-specific requirements on each program page.
• Ensure you are applying for an available entry point and adhering to application deadlines. Applications submitted after posted deadlines may be considered for future entry points.
• Complete the appropriate GMP Application Form (see below), including payment of the $55 non-refundable application fee.
• Within one week of applying, you will receive an email with instructions on activating your Brock Portal and uploading your required documents.
• Monitor your Brock Portal for admission decisions; typically you’ll be notified within four weeks of the posted application deadline.

FEES

• Application Fee: $55 (non-refundable)
• Tuition Fees: $918 per half-credit course (2026 domestic rate – subject to change)

Tuition fees should be posted to the Brock Portal a month before the start of each term. Be sure to review applicable Important Dates and information on Making a Payment. Additional questions can be directed to [email protected].

OPPORTUNITIES FOR FURTHER STUDY

Graduate Micro-Programs are stand-alone credentials, but can also serve as a bridge to a Master’s degree; students may choose to use credits earned in a GMP towards the credit requirements of a full graduate degree program.

Following successful completion of a Graduate Micro-Program and with permission from the Faculty of Graduate Studies and the Graduate Program Committee, students may apply to transfer the credits earned in one or more GMPs toward an application to a relevant degree program. The number of GMPs that can be applied to a full degree may vary per Graduate Micro-Program – please see individual program pages for details.

Only GMP credit courses completed with a grade of B (70%) or higher, within the last five years, will be considered for transfer.

If you intend on applying to a relevant master’s degree at Brock, please ensure you declare your Graduate Micro-Program in the Academic Background section of your OUAC application, and arrange for a transcript

FAQs

How long will my Graduate Micro-Program (GMP) take to complete?

GMPs typically consist of three half-credit courses. Most students take one year to complete their GMP, taking one half-credit course per term, but this may vary depending on the program and course selection/availability.

Do I need to register every term?

Students do not have to continuously register in courses while enrolled in a Graduate Micro-Program. Those wishing to pause their studies for the upcoming term should email their program to discuss impacts on course sequencing and completion timelines. Those wishing to take a longer pause may have to re-apply to return to their studies.

Are GMPs eligible for Post Graduate Work Permits (PGWP) or a study permit?

Graduate Micro-Programs are not Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) eligible. Additionally, due to their flexible nature, they may not meet the requirements for a Study Permit. If an international applicant wishes to take any of these programs, please contact [email protected] before applying to confirm that the program will either be available on a continuous basis or can be taken fully online.

Are any Graduate Micro-Programs (GMPs) available for fully online study?

Online availability for GMP courses depends on your program and course(s) of interest, as detailed below. Please note that online courses may have set scheduled times for lectures, seminars, etc., thus students should plan accordingly.

• Education GMPs: Availability of online offerings is not guaranteed. Students should expect to complete their GMP in-person.
• Kinesiology GMPs: These GMPs cannot be completed online, as most of our Professional Kinesiology courses required for these GMPs are only offered in-person.
• Public Health GMPs: Yes, our Public Health GMPs are available for fully online study.

What is my student status, and what academic regulations apply?

Graduate Micro-Program students are admitted as part-time, limited-admission, non-degree students. Except where otherwise noted, academic regulations pertaining to graduate students apply, as outlined in Brock’s Faculty Handbook.

Am I able to pursue more than one Graduate Micro-Program (GMP) at Brock?

Students typically only pursue one Graduate Micro-Program at a time, but some programs allow students to pursue a second GMP upon completion of the first. Some elective courses are cross-listed in more than one GMP; students may use a cross-listed course toward the completion of one GMP of their choice but typically not towards both. The number of GMPs that can be applied to a full degree program may vary per Graduate Micro-Program.

How and when do I register for courses?

Registration details are outlined on the Graduate Course Registration webpage. In summary, students accepted into a GMP will register for courses via the Brock Portal, and will follow the course registration open and close dates outlined on the Important Dates webpage. Program requirements can be found in the Graduate Calendar, and students should consult the Brock timetable to build their schedule. Please note that some courses have limited spaces available and may be full when registration is made available to GMP students.

Please note, students should register only for courses within their program requirements. Registrations for courses outside of program requirements will result in de-registration.

Is funding or financial assistance available?

Students registered in a Brock Graduate Micro-Program are not eligible for internal funding packages or external awards. GMPs do not currently qualify for financial assistance through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

Brock staff and faculty: GMPs are considered graduate credit courses and qualify for the Employee Educational Assistance Program. Relevant forms must be submitted during each term a student is registered. Note that GMPs may not qualify for the Dependent Tuition Waiver. Staff and faculty can learn more on SharePoint here.

What credentials will I receive?

Learners who successfully complete a Graduate Micro-Program can request an official Brock transcript listing credits taken and showing completion of the program (see: How to Order a Transcript).

I’ve completed my GMP. Now what?

Upon program completion, you’ll be able to order your Brock transcript (see: How to Order a Transcript). Please note: It may take several weeks for your program status to be updated to Closed and for your credential to appear on your transcript. If you require a transcript sooner and your Brock Portal Program Status shows as Open, please reach out to [email protected] to ensure your program completion is added to your academic record prior to ordering.

As Graduate Micro-Programs are non-degree credentials, students do not apply to graduate, participate in convocation ceremonies, or receive a Brock diploma.

Does completion of a Graduate Micro-Program guarantee admission to a master’s program?

Earning a graduate micro-program does not guarantee admission to a graduate degree program, but it can serve as a gateway into further graduate studies. Students will need to formally apply to a relevant Brock graduate degree program via the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre. More information on applying to degree programs can be found here. Applications will be assessed by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs and the appropriate Graduate Program Committee.

If accepted into the degree program associated with your GMP, credit courses taken as part of your GMP will count toward degree program requirements, providing you with a head start.

Who can I contact for more information?

For questions about Brock GMPs, please reach out via email to [email protected].