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Renaissance College, also known as RC, is a faculty of the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. The College's flagship program is the Bachelor of Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Leadership, the only undergraduate leadership program in Canada. The College also administers the Masters of Philosophy (PPE) and Bachelor of Integrated Studies programs.
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The Undergraduate Program
The College accepts approximately 25-30 students each year. The eight term BPhil degree is normally completed in slightly less than three calendar years, as students complete domestic and international internships during the summer months for credit.
Opening its doors in September 2000, Renaissance College was Canada's first leadership studies bachelor program. The program features an innovative and comprehensive program of study that features experiential learning and strong participation in various communities.
Awards
In 2006, Renaissance College was awarded the Alan Blizzard Award for collaboration in teaching.
Maggie Jean Chestnut
Renaissance College is housed in a Victorian mansion located in Fredericton's historic downtown district. It is approximately one kilometer from the Fredericton campus of UNB. The complex has undergone extensive renovations to suit the needs of Renaissance College and to maintain residence rooms for 31 students, as well to house a features a large commercial kitchen available for student use 24 hours a day. However in 2015 the residence closed due to structural problems with the building. It is unclear if it will ever reopen.
Faculty & Founders
Faculty
Founders