Sheridan College

About

Sheridan College is a prominent Canadian polytechnic institution best known for its exceptional applied arts and technology programs, boasting a globally renowned animation program that has earned it the informal title of the "Harvard of animation." Its strongest faculties include the Sheridan Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design, as well as highly regarded business, engineering, and community studies programs that emphasize hands-on, career-ready learning. The college offers a welcoming and diverse environment for international students, supported by a dedicated International Center that provides comprehensive services ranging from immigration advising to academic support and cultural transition workshops. All of Sheridan’s programs are conducted in English, with additional pathway and English language support programs available for students needing to refine their proficiency before starting their core studies. A distinctive characteristic setting Sheridan apart is its unique integration of creativity and innovation across all disciplines, ensuring that students in fields as varied as business and software development incorporate creative problem-solving into their technical training.

Background

The Sheridan College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, operating as Sheridan College (or simply Sheridan), is a public college with three campuses in Oakville, Brampton, and Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1967, Sheridan is known for academic programs in creative writing and publishing, animation and illustration, film and design, business, applied computing, and engineering technology, among others. The Davis Campus in Brampton is its original location and its largest campus by student enrolment. Sheridan's administration is based at the Trafalgar Campus in Oakville, and the newer Hazel McCallion Campus was opened in Mississauga City Centre in 2011.

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