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Join passionate and driven students like you in the pursuit of a meaningful, career-focused degree in Education and Professional Studies.

  • Choose from a range of programs designed to prepare future educators, leaders, and professionals through applied, hands-on learning.
  • Learn from experienced faculty members and respected practitioners in small class settings that foster mentorship and personalized support.
  • Benefit from experiential learning opportunities such as placements, internships, and applied research that connect theory to real-world practice.
  • Study in a unique learning environment with modern facilities nestled within 256 acres of pristine forest.
  • If you are committed to making a difference in classrooms, communities, and professional settings, Nipissing University’s Faculty of Education and Professional Studies is for you.

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Explore Schools within Our Faculty

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School of Business

We offer more than a degree—combining core business knowledge with professional and social skills.

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School of Physical Health and Education

Our program integrates human movement science with hands-on learning.

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School of Criminal Justice

Through field placements and research, you’ll work alongside real criminal justice professionals.

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School of Social Work

Our program prepares students for ethical, inclusive practice grounded in critical thinking, creativity, research, and human rights.

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School of Nursing

Our program offers classes that are learner-centred and are taught by skilled faculty.

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Schulich School of Education

Our program prepare students to become community leaders in the promotion of healthy, active, lifestyles.

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Graydon Raymer, Dean of Education and Professional Studies

Welcome from the Dean of Education & Professional Studies

Welcome to the Faculty of Education and Professional Studies!

This Faculty includes the Schulich School of Education and the Schools of Business, Criminal Justice, Nursing, Physical and Health Education, and Social Work.

Our internationally-recognized faculty members also contribute to the following graduate programs: Master of Education, Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Sustainability, and Master of Science in Kinesiology. You will find more details on those and other graduate programs on the School of Graduate Studies page.

I wish to acknowledge that Nipissing University sits on the territory of Nipissing First Nation, the territory of the Anishnabek, within lands protected by the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850. We are grateful to gather, live, and learn on these lands with all our relations.

As Dean of the Faculty of Education and Professional Studies, I am proud of our outstanding professors, students, staff, and facilities. Our faculty have a long history of excellence in education and research, for which many have been recognized through national and international awards. Our students have rich opportunities to learn from these scholars and to apply that knowledge in real-world settings.

I look forward to supporting our students, staff, and faculty this year, and helping make the Nipissing experience the best it can be.

Sincerely,
Dr. Graydon Raymer
Dean, Faculty of Education and Professional Studies 

Research Opportunities

Undergraduate Research Conference

The annual Undergraduate Research Conference allows eligible students who have led a scholarly project to present their work and gain experience, with opportunities to also work as a Research Assistant.

Record of Student Development

  • The Record of Student Development (RSD) lets students gain and showcase real-world skills like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and a strong work ethic that employers value.
  • To register and see the full list of RSD competencies visit www.nipissingu.ca/rsd

Get Involved on Campus

Nipissing University Student Union (NUSU)

  • Students attending Nipissing University in North Bay and long distance students are members of the Nipissing University Student Union. Our organization strives to represent students democratically, provide a communication framework, and lobby for legislative change on issues that affect students.

Lakers Athletics

  • Intramural Sports: Nipissing’s Athletics Department offers a wide range of intramural activities to keep you on your game
  • Lakers Club Sports: Club sports are available to all Nipissing students and are both recreational and competitive.
  • Varsity Sports: Go Lakers! Our varsity athletes always bring their “A” game. Get your friends together and come out to cheer on your favourite teams.
  • RJ Surtees Athletic Centre: Whether you are a gym enthusiast or a weekend warrior, Nipissing has just what you need.

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