The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is Canada’s oldest English-language university and a national leader in research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. With campuses in Fredericton and Saint John, New Brunswick, UNB is located on Canada’s beautiful east coast—a region known for its welcoming communities, vibrant culture, and natural beauty. From the scenic Saint John River valley to the dramatic tides of the Bay of Fundy, students enjoy a high quality of life in an affordable and enriching environment.

UNB has earned an international reputation for excellence in engineering, computer science, business, environmental studies, forestry, and health sciences. It was the first university in Canada to establish faculties of both engineering and computer science. Students benefit from small class sizes, hands-on learning, and access to world-class research institutes like the Canadian Institute for Cybersecurity and the Research Institute in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Research Strengths

UNB is recognized for innovation and applied research across a wide range of disciplines, with strong emphasis on:

• Cybersecurity and Data Science

• Health and Biomedical Research

• Geodesy and Geomatics

• Environmental and Aquatic Sciences

• Engineering and Technology

• Entrepreneurship and Innovation

At UNB, research and discovery are designed to make a real-world impact—whether through pioneering technology, sustainable practices, or community-focused solutions.