What Students Say
Likes
- Because of the course arrangement, I was doing my regular BMS( Bachelors in Management Studies) when I came across this opportunity in year 2, they gave an option to have transfer courses so I took it, then my degree got transferred form BMS to BBA and I completed my 3rd and 4th year in Canada.
- So, Royal Roads gave me quite a bit of experience. It was definitely a bumpy ride because Victoria is a small town, but of course, the prettiest one. My initial few days were not so well. I was getting adjusted and our campus is extremely beautiful but very spread out and huge. This made things pretty confusing. But if you like peacocks, ducks, and a big lake with an amazing castle view, then you are at the right place.
- Now, enough of the environment. Let's get real and talk about the courses... Well, they are debatable. Remember, this is just my side of the story though. After graduating, I was jobless for a long time. At first, I thought I was the problem, then I blamed the course/my degree, and finally, I realized that according to my aims/goals, I am in the wrong location. I have to be around industries where there may be competition but at the same time growth opportunities. After shifting to the city (Toronto), I realized the competition is way too high. So, I had to take some extra certifications and finally landed a good job.
Dislikes
- Probably the lack of industries can be quite a challenging part, but my suggestion would be to start early, as in a year before graduation, make sure to apply for internships in firms, do some volunteer work, and apply your education to something practical. This way, you will understand what you are studying and eventually choose a field that is best for you and society.
Required Exams for Admission
It was a bittersweet experience due to the strict rules and high level of rigor compared to other universities. Despite pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), the courses often felt more akin to an MBA program. The university emphasized pragmatism and enforced strict adherence to it. However, aside from these challenging moments, everything else about the experience was sweet. The knowledge gained, the outcomes achieved, the supportive community, the people of Victoria, the campus environment – all contributed to a memorable and enriching journey.
Course Curriculum
Quite a lot, I was studying sustainability, which is literally the future. They keep updating the course material, so it stays current. Just as a heads up, it can be quite challenging. You can't afford to play around; if you do, you may fail. I have seen people, including one of my friends, struggle because of this. As for industrial exposure, unfortunately, we had COVID during that time, so it didn't go as planned. However, the university arranged remote internships with reputable firms like Bell, Rogers, Amazon, etc.
Faculty
They are amazing. They are willing to work around your schedule, provided you show interest and decency in doing the work. Be passionate, and they will definitely help you achieve your aims and goals. Even during COVID, they made efforts to ensure that everyone received attention. Even after graduation, I am in touch with some of them. They have always made time for me and served as my guide.
Campus Life
Great we celebrate Holi, Diwali and every other festive. Do check out the university page on Instagram.
Placement
It depends on the course you are taking.. for my field I had option to work for banks or credit unions or local insurance companies. Victoria is much of an industry place. but its a great place for Startups.
Accommodation
The university doesn't have dorms unfortunately so you will have to look out for accommodation yourself. But yes they do help you find accommodation where you live with Canadian families. It is expensive but really good for the beginning.
Exams
I just had to give IELTS, basic score of 6.5 and above was acceptable at that point but I am not sure if they upgraded anything. I had very simple application process. Oh wait I remember I did write an essay to the immigration council of Royal Roads, just to express how interested I am in this opportunity. I did this because my agent advised me to, my LOA( Letter of Acceptance) was delayed hence to speed up the process we decided to do this. Just show your interest and make sure someone who knows the best English can proofread your work.
Fees
$11,000 CAD for 1 year .
