George Brown College of Applied Arts and Technology

About the university

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 the college continues to teach — once offered programs that might not be quite as relevant today, like signwriting and watchmaking and even prepared students for careers at sea through a marine engineering program.

Since then, full-time student population has grown to more than 30,000. People come to George Brown from across the Greater Toronto Area, the country and the world to develop the skills and gain the real-world experience needed to succeed in the workplace.

Since 2004, under current President Anne Sado’s leadership, George Brown has more than doubled in size, broadened international partnerships and increased commitment to strengthening the cultural, economic and social fabric of Toronto.

About George Brown College

The college located in Toronto, Canada. It has three campuses - Casa Loma, St.James, Waterfront, other locations where students attend classes and Student Residence.

George Brown College educates a blend of theory and hands-on experience, prioritizes real-world learning and provides students with opportunities to work alongside industry professionals in applied research and fields education opportunities. Its industry partnerships mean students get the latest trends and tech they can expect in the field.The college offers 170 programs in 7 centers.They include Art, Design and Infromation technology, Business, Community Services and early childhood, Construction and Engineering technologies, Health Sciences, Hospitality and Culinary arts, Preparatory and liberal studies.

Experiental and work-integrated learning oportunities are availabale to students to take part in.

Members of the George Brown College community are achieving amazing things in academics, athletics, industry competitions, community involvement and more.

For the sixth straight year, George Brown College is named one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers (2022). Partnerships with employers and with community and industry organizations give students opportunities to develop their skills in real-world settings, preparing them to reach their goals in school and in the workforce.

6 reasons to study at George Brown

• Study in Downtown Toronto

Because of our convenient location, you will have the chance to intern with some of the best companies in the country.

• Hands-on, real world experience

The Chefs' House and WAVE Clinics are two examples of our facilities that reflect actual workplace conditions. At least one real-world education or training opportunity is built into each of our career-oriented courses.

• Infromed by industry

We collaborate with business giants to make sure you're learning relevant skills.

• Expert instructors

Many of your professors will be able to give you advice based on their years of experience in the field.

• Applied research

Gain practical experience in product development by collaborating with experts in the field.

• Promoting enterpreneurship

Do you long to strike out on your own? If you need help launching your business, startGBC is the place to go.