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Introduction

Studying at George Brown College in downtown Toronto, you live, learn and work in the heart of Canada’s biggest, most diverse economy. Choose from a large number of Career- focused certificate, diploma, postgraduate and degree programs. The city and the college offere you the opportunity to gain valuable work experience with leading employers during your studies and after you graduate. There are four campus in George Brown College, they are, St James Campus, Casa Loma Campus, Centre for Hospitality & Culinary ARTS, Waterfront Campus.

History

In 1951, The Department of Education creates the Provincial Institute of Trades and transfers to it, from the Ryerson Institute of Technology, all the apprenticeship training in designated trades offered through the Department of Labour. George Brown College opened its doors in 1968, welcoming just over 2,000 students. In addition to programs in construction, early childhood education, dental services and the culinary arts – subjects we continue to teach – we once offered programs that might not be quite as relevant today, like sign writing or watchmaking. Believe it or not, we even prepared students for careers at sea through a marine engineering program.

Courses Introduction

At George Brown College,you can choose from a large number of programs which will provide you with the skills you need to succeed in the modern workplace. Major areas of study include:

· Culinary arts

· Hospitality & Tourism Management

· Marketing

· Fashion & Jewellery

· Graphic Design

· Information Technologies

· Mechanical Engineering

· Health Sciences

· Community Services

· Early Childhood Development

· General Arts & Science

Credentials Categories:

English for Academic Purpose: is a full- time program divided into 9 levels of 8 weeks each. Your language skills are assessed by the college and you begin at the level that is right for you. Most students study for 6-10 months. The program prepares you for further academic study at the college.

Diploma/ Certificate programs: are one, two or three academic years in length. Programs have start dates in September, January and/ or May

Postgraduate Programs: are offered for students who have already graduated from a university or college program. These are highly specialized 8 or 12 month programs designed to give graduates advanced skills in a specific professional field

Degree Programs: are offered in Financial Services, Hospitality, Construction Management, Early Childhood Development, Behaviour Analysis, and Interpretation. These are four- year bachelor degree programs, combining theoretical learning with opportunities for filed education.

University Transfer: A george Brown College diploma is a passport to further education at may Canadian and foreign universities.

Location

George Brown college located at the center of Toronto city, it has different metro line for students to commute.

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School: George Brown College

Program： Gemmology

Program

Gemmology

Faculty

Fashion Studies

Credential

Ontario College Certificate

Duration

2 years

Starting Month

September

Co-op opportunities

No

Program Description:

The Gemmology program teaches you to analyze and classify a wide variety of gem materials, both natural and artificially created. The program focuses on analyzing chemical and physical characteristics of gem and gem-like materials, and identifying different gems. The gem materials are classified into categories according to their desirable characteristics, which eventually determine the value of the gems. To accomplish the identification and classification, you use a number of specially designed instruments, such as microscopes, spectroscopes, refractometers and polariscopes, on real gem materials.

Admission Requirement:

Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
Grade 12 English (C or U)

Basic computer literacy and skill level in Word and Excel are recommended.

** Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and no OSSD)

Please note that George Brown is committed to ensuring that applicants will succeed in their program of choice and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program. Applicants may be required to have grades higher than the minimum requirements stated.

Tuition Fees:

Application Fee	$95
Base Tuition Fee	$13,520 for 2 semesters $20,280 for 3 Semesters
Incidental Fees (Student ID, Student association membership, etc.)	$1,500
Mandatory Health Insurance	$570.82 for one year coverage( Sep-Aug) $388.28 for 8 months coverage(Jan-Aug) $204.64 for 4 months coverage (May- Aug)
Public Transportation ( Per year), estimated	$1,500
Books and supplies (estimated per year)	$1,000-$1,200

Career：

Graduates of this program find employment in jewellery enterprises at manufacturing, wholesale and retail levels. With additional training and experience in the jewellery industry, some become jewellery appraisers. Many graduates, with additional study, write the Canadian Gemmological Association FCGA exams and the British FGA exams to obtain internationally recognized professional designations.

Link to George Brown Official Website

http://www.georgebrown.ca/F105-2017-2018/

Ielts

Option for providing proof of English proficiency

Diploma/Certificate

Postgraduate

GBC Degree Program

Ielts (Academic)

Valid for 2 years

6.0 overall,

Minimum 5.5 in each skill band

6.5 overall,

Minimum 6.0 in each skill band

6.5 overall,

Minimum 6.0 in each skill band

TOFEL

Valid for 2 years

80 Overall,

Minimum 20 in each skill band

88 Overall,

Minimum 22 in each skill band

84 Overall,

Minimum 21 in each skill band

George Brown English for Academic Purpose(EAP) Program

Level 8

Level 9

George Brown Admissions Test

(Only offered in Toronto)

Yes

N/A

PTE (Academic)

Valid for 2 years

54 overall,

Minimum 50 in each skill band

60 overall,

Minimum 55in each skill band

60 overall,

Minimum 55 in each skill band

ESL from other Ontario Colleges

For more information on participating colleges and requirement, please see: georgebrown.ca/international/esl

N/A

English For Academic Purpose (EAP) Program

George Brown’s EAP (ESL) program is a full- time program divided into 9 levels of 8 weeks each. Your language skills are assessed when you arrive, or at the time of admissions based on a TOFEL/IELTS score, and you are placed in the level that is right for you.

Tuition

Tuition Fees and Related Costs

English for academic purpose

Application Fees	$95
Base Tuition Fees	$2688	Per 8 week session
Additional Fees for materials, Student Association, etc	$200.72	Per 8 week session
Health Insurance	$73.22	Per 8 week session
One time fees for first session ( Student ID, Alumni)	$40.06	One time, 1^st session
Books and Supplies (estimated)	$80	Estimated, per 8 week session

Diploma/Certificate/Postgraduate Programs

Application Fees	$95
Base Tuition Fee	$13520 $20280	2 semester 3 semester
Fee for CO-OP work term, if applicable	$450	1semester
Incidental fees ( Student ID, Student Association Membership, etc.)	$1,500	Per year
Mandatory Health Insurance	$570.82 $388.28 $204.64	For 1 year Coverage ( Sept-Aug) For 8 months coverage ( Jan – Aug) For 4 months coverage ( May- Aug)
Average Material Fees	$200	Per Year
Books and Supplies	$1000-$1200	Per Year

Degree Programs

Application Fees	$95
Base Tuition Fees	$16,500	2 semesters
Fee for co-op work term, if applicable	$450	1 semester
Incidental Fees( Student ID, Student Association membership, etc.)	$1500	Per year
Mandatory Health Insurance	$570.82 $388.28 $204.64	For one year coverage ( sept-aug) For 8 months coverage（Jan-Aug） For 4 months coverage（May- Aug）
Average Material Fees	$200	Per year
Book and Supplies	$1000-$1200	Per year

International Student Scholarships and Bursaries

In partnership with Scotiabank, George Brown College is pealsed to provide merit- based entry scholarships for international students from designated developing economies. Three awards of $5000 each will be applied as a second semester tuition fee credit to eligible newly admitted students for George Brown College full- time post- secondary programs( diploma, degree,rgraduate certificate)

Requirements

Admission Requirements

In order to be admitted into the program of your choice you must:

Have graduated from senior secondary school or equivalent( those applying for a postgraduate program must have graduated from a university or college)

Be 18 years of age or older at the time of registration

Pay the non- refundable $95 application fee

Provide proof of English proficiency, if English is not the first language in your country.

Study Permit/ Temporary resident visa/ Work Permits

If you want to study in Canada for more than 6 months you must apply for a study permit. Study permit are not issued from within Canada. You must apply to immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada(IRCC) which is located in your nearest canadian Embassy, high Commision or Consulate. Official information on requirements oversears or from the IRCC website at cic.gc.ca. A temporary resident Visa( visitor visa) is sufficient if you want to study for 6 months or less.

Supporting documents required for post- secondary programs

Translated and notarized diploma/transcripts of senior secondary school and/ or other level of post- secondary education completed

Proof of English proficiency, if applicable to you, such as TOEFL or IELTS

Copy of passport page containing photo and personal information

Portfolios and/or interview for some programs, such as Graphic Design or Fashion Design

Living

Accommodation

On- Campus Housing

The George Brown Residence, “The George”, combines the safety and convenience of being on-campus, combined with incredible student activities and an unmatched quality of service and amenities. Focus on school without worrying about monthly utility bills and 12 months leases. Simply arrive and instantly begin your George Brown College experience.

Rate

$8,950 for an 8-month term ( September to April) - Does not include meals

Summer residence is offered at a reduced rate（will be announced in winte 2017）

Rate are indicative and are subject to change

What’s included：

· Fully furnished suites with two private bedrooms include a shared kitchenette( fridge, microwave, table chairs) and a full washroom

· A telephone and flat- screen TV in each bedroom with cable television, local calls and high- speed WiFi

· Lots of community space: A large games room with ping pong, open air BBQ patio, fitness room, community kitchens andlots of spaces to study and relax with an incredible view of the city

· Bi-weekly cleaning service of your washroom and kitchenette

· Safety & Service: 24/7 front desk staff, camera monitoring, and access control

Homestay fees ( Effective June 1,2017)

Homestay Placement fee

(One-time, non-refundable

$195

Airport reception fee

(One way, by request only)

$100

Accommodation + 3 meals (Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Internet access included

$800/4 weeks

Accommodation + 3 meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Internet access included

$865/4 weeks

What’s near the residence?
Grocery stores

· Pharmacies

· Restaurants

· Pubs

· Cultural spaces (museums, galleries, performance theatre)

· Parks and beaches

· YMCA (recreational activity centre)

· A short walk to St. James and Waterfront campuses

· Transit street car line comes right to the door

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