Global Relations

H�� University prioritizes global impact as a civic institution, as outlined in our strategic plan, Third Century Promise.

This initiative aims to propel the university toward global distinction while reinforcing its commitment to community upliftment.

Global collaboration unleashed: partnerships across continents

Building on three decades of progress, H�� has become increasingly engaged globally.

The team at the Government and Global Relations office collaborates with university faculties, units, and global partners to seize international opportunities and advance the institution's mission in teaching, research, and public impact.

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A global, national, and regional leader

One of Canada’s Top 15 universities (2024 Times Higher Education World University Rankings; 2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities and 2023 QS World University Rankings)

Among the top 300 universities globally (QS World University Rankings, 2023)

Top university in Atlantic Canada (2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities; 2024 Times Higher Education World University Rankings and QS 2023 World University Rankings)

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Dedicated to making an impact

Among the top 100 universities in the world for social and economic impact (Times Higher Education Impact Ranking, 2023)

Internationally recognized for innovation and entrepreneurship in higher education (The Deshpande Symposium Award for Technology Commercialization)

Top 20 globally and #1 in Canada for oceanography (Shanghai Ranking, Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, 2023)

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Global engagement by the numbers

4,900 international students (approximately) from 115+ countries

43% international faculty members

94 Rhodes scholars

157,000+ alumni globally

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