• About Covid-19
• Health protocols
• Campus access
• Your responsibilities
• Preventing stigma

Fall Term will be as in-person as safely possible. In general, we will welcome classes of up to 25 students in person, as well as some larger classes.

You should plan to be in Brandon for the start of the Fall Term. You should be here even though not all of your classes may be in-person. While the pandemic continues to present some uncertainty, we anticipate that courses in the Winter term will be primarily in person.

Updated registration guides are now available on the BU website.

• Registration for New Students

Registration for Returning Students

• Registration Information
• Online Registration
• Regular Session Registration Guides
• Pass/No-Credit Grading Option

• Orientation 2021 is TBA
• International Student Virtual Orientation

• Newcomer’s Guide
• MB Travel and Arrival Protocol for International Students
• Government of Canada Study Permit updates
• Office of International Activities

Brandon University encourages all students to get fully vaccinated as soon as you are eligible. Fully vaccinated students can enter to win a share of more than $10,000 in great BU prizes, including a Grand Prize of $5,000 towards your tuition and other fees:

• Every Shot is a Winning Shot

Two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine is the key factor in guiding re-opening plans and public health guidelines for the Province of Manitoba.  Two doses offers significant protection against all known variants of concern.

International Students

Covid-19 vaccinations for international students will be at no cost (free). Here are four different scenarios to assist you.:

1. Fully Vaccinated Student — If you have received one of Canada’s approved vaccinations (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZenca, Janssen (Johnson and Johnson), you will need to show proof of vaccination upon arrival to Canada.  The current guidelines can be found here: https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/isolation. Once you have completed any required federal quarantine at point of entry, you will not have to quarantine in Manitoba.
2. You have only received one approved dose in your home country (you need a second dose) — You will be able to book and receive your second dose in Manitoba.  You can book it up to a month in advance from your home country.  You will need to self-isolate for 2 weeks upon arrival in Canada. Please factor in the 2 week quarantine period so your earliest opportunity to attend an appointment is two weeks after you arrive in Canada.
3. You need to be vaccinated for Covid 19 or do not have an approved vaccine — You can book and receive both doses in Manitoba.  You can book it up to a month in advance from your home country.  You will need to self-isolate for 2 weeks upon arrival in Canada. Please factor in the 2 week quarantine period so your earliest opportunity to attend an appointment is two weeks after you arrive in Canada.
4. You do not wish to be vaccinated for Covid 19/unable to do to health reasons — Covid 19 vaccinations are not mandatory to attend Brandon University, but we are strongly encouraging members of our community to consider the benefits.

Book a vaccine appointment

You can book appointments up to one month in advance: https://protectmb.ca/making-your-appointment-is-easy/

A current list of questions and answers can be found here: https://protectmb.ca/qa/

Start here now: https://www.brandonu.ca/future-students/accepted/

As we approach Fall 2021 Term, you’ll also want to start looking at information like:

• How do I order my textbooks?
• I need a parking pass
• Student I.D. Centre
• Residence Facilities

• Student Services
• Indigenous Peoples Centre
• Office of International Activities
• Brandon University Student’s Union
  • Student Advocacy, Health and Dental Plan, Clubs and Collectives, Food Security (food bank)
• Department Chairs – Undergraduate Programs
• Department Chairs – Graduate Programs

Please call 204-727-9737 to make an appointment for the following:

• to speak with a Personal Counsellor
• help finding a summer job/resume/career assistance
• talk to an academic advisor (drop/add/degree check)
• you’re a student with a temporary or permanent disability
• would like academic support for your courses (e.g. math, writing, study skills, test taking)

Tuition Payment

Financial & Registration Services continues to have limited access and is not available for in person services or inquiries. Visit our Pay Online site for important payment information. If you still have questions or need help:

• Student loans, payment arrangements or other financial inquiries: Accounts@BrandonU.ca or call 204-727-9699
• Registration related and all other inquiries: FinReg@BrandonU.ca or call 204-727-7313

Please note we are experiencing high volumes of inquiries and will get back to you as soon as we can.

Financial Support

• I would like information on scholarships and bursaries
• I would like information on your emergency funding programs
• I’d like to speak to someone about my financial account
  • Contact Jacquie Esplin at esplinj@brandonu.ca

• Virtual Walk-In Clinic
• Coronavirus Safety on Campus
• Healthy Living Centre

• How to Use Moodle
• How to Use Zoom
• Information about Top Hat
• What technology do I need for online learning?
• I need a place to study
• I need internet on campus with my own device
• I need to use a campus computer
• I need to use a printer, photocopier, or load money on my print account
• Online Teaching Technologies – Privacy and Security Overview
  • Like all social media, there are privacy and security considerations when using online teaching and learning technologies. We have compiled this guide for students, faculty and employees to highlight these considerations and provide best practices.  
• Online exam proctoring

• IT Helpdesk
  • In the Fall 2020 and Winter 2021 terms, the IT Helpdesk will be available virtually due to COVID-19. Please use the ticket system, email us at helpdesk@brandonu.ca, or call 204-571-8500 to submit an IT request.
• I need internet on campus with my own device
• I need to use a campus computer
• I need to use a printer, photocopier, or load money on my print account
• What technology do I need for online learning?
• IT Security
  • Follow these best practices to ensure safe computing, whether you are working on campus or remotely.
• Online Teaching Technologies – Privacy and Security Overview
  • Like all social media, there are privacy and security considerations when using online teaching and learning technologies. We have compiled this guide for students, faculty and employees to highlight these considerations and provide best practices.  

• John E. Robbins Library
  • The Library is operating in limited capacity.
  • Library stacks are closed
  • Items can be borrowed by placing a hold in the library catalogue. You will need your BU email address.
  • Virtual Reference is available Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through live chat on the Library home page.
• Appointment-only services:
  • Convergys Lab computer access is available by appointment only
  • Printers and photocopiers are available in the library by appointment only
  • Main floor study spots are available — single seats at tables by appointment only
  • Capacity will vary in line with provincial health requirements.