Editing Cape Breton University (section)

===Academic structure===

Virtually all Cape Breton University degree, diploma and certificate programs offer a transition-to-work component through co-op education, work placements, internships and work-study programs.<ref name="aucc.ca"/> The university is composed of the following schools and affiliated colleges:

====School of Arts and Social Sciences====
'''Dean: Dr. Andrew Parnaby'''

The School of Arts and Social Sciences offers 15 [[Bachelor of Arts]] (BA) options, 12 Bachelor of Arts Community Studies (BACS) options, 1 diploma option, and 9 certificate options. It also includes a minor in [[Scottish Gaelic|Gaelic]].<ref>[https://www.macleans.ca/education/cape-breton-university-student-tips-for-surviving-life-on-campus/ "Cape Breton University: student tips for surviving life on campus"]. ''Maclean's Magazine'', by Bhreagh MacDonald, Christine Gwynn, Avery Tuck, Bridget Baldwin, May 2, 2018</ref> Both the BA and BACS include an [[Honours degree#Canada|Honours]] option.

In 2016, the university began offering an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Arts and Science in Environment (BASE) degree.<ref>{{Cite web |title=2016-2017 Academic Calendar |url=https://www.cbu.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CalendarArchive-2016-17.pdf}}</ref> In 2023, the School will begin offering a post-baccalaureate Bachelor of Social Work.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/cbu-social-work-program-more-graduates-1.6750485 |title=More graduates won't fix public-sector vacancies, says head of N.S. college of social workers |first=Erin  |last=Pottie|publisher=CBC|date=February 16, 2023}}</ref>

====School of Education and Health====
'''Dean: Dr. Ellyn Lyle '''

The School of Education and Health (SEH) offers four [[Master of Education]] degrees (one of which is offered jointly with the [[Memorial University of Newfoundland]] and a [[Bachelor of Education]] (BEd) degree along with two post-degree diplomas and one certificate. There is also a transfer [[Bachelor of Science]] (B.Sc.) degree in nutrition with the [[University of Prince Edward Island]], [[Mount Saint Vincent University]] and [[St. Francis Xavier University]]. Additionally, the SEH offers a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Public Health. It has previously offered a Bachelor of Emergency Management.

====School of Nursing====

'''Dean: Dr. Kimberley Lamarche'''

The School of [[Nursing]] offers three Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSCN) options, a three-year program for students directly from high school, a two-year program for students who have university experience, and a program for Licensed Practical Nurses to become [[Registered Nurses]] (typically completed in 24 months).

====Shannon School of Business====
'''Dean: Dr. John Nadeau'''

The Shannon School of Business offers one [[Master of Business Administration]] with a focus on Community Economic Development (MBA CED) along with 9 [[Bachelor of Business Administration]] (BBA) degree options. There is also a Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management. Four post-baccalaureate diplomas are also offered.

====School of Science and Technology====
'''Dean: Dr. Stephanie MacQuarrie'''

The School of Science and Technology offers four [[Bachelor of Science]] (BSc) degree options and five Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) degree options. The School also offers a Bachelor of Arts and Science in the Environment. Students may also pursue six [[Bachelor of Engineering]] (BEng) transfer degree options with [[Dalhousie University]]. Jointly with the [[Canadian Coast Guard College]], a Bachelor of Technology in Nautical Science is available.

====Unama'ki College====
'''Associate Vice-President: Stephen Augustine'''

'''Dean: Laurianne Sylvester'''

In 2010, Unama'ki College was founded as an offshoot of the school specializing in Mi'kmaq history, culture and education. As of 2013, it has some 250 aboriginal students. Its library holds 1,500 books on aboriginal issues and 7,000 documents.<ref>{{cite news
| last = Beswick
| first = Truro
| title = Efforts gain strength across N.S. to ensure future for Mi'kmaq language
| work = The Chronicle Herald
| location = Halifax, NS
| access-date = 2024-07-10
| date = 2013-10-16
| url = http://thechronicleherald.ca/novascotia/1161000-efforts-gain-strength-across-ns-to-ensure-future-for-mi-kmaq-language
| archiveurl = https://web.archive.org/web/20131018061006/http://thechronicleherald.ca/novascotia/1161000-efforts-gain-strength-across-ns-to-ensure-future-for-mi-kmaq-language
| archivedate = October 18, 2013
}}</ref>

The college includes the following facilities:
*Mi'kmaq Resource Centre (MRC)
*L'nui'sultimkeweyo'kom Mi'kmaq Language Lab
*Indigenous Science Research Commons
*Indigenous Students Commons

The Department of Indigenous Studies offers disciplines in Mi’kmaq Studies and Integrative Science.<ref>[http://www.capebretonpost.com/news/local/capping-off-their-studies-209806/ "Capping off their studies"]. ''Cape Breton Post'', May 12, 2018</ref>