An extraordinary place of higher learning

At Royal Roads, our educational approach isn’t just about deep knowledge of subject matter, but about learning an even deeper knowledge of self. Be challenged. Be inspired.

Why learn at Royal Roads?
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What we offer

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Programs

We offer undergraduate and advanced programs in Arts, Science and Business.

For-credit courses

University credit courses with the possibility of transferring credit to a certificate, diploma or degree.

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Non-credit programs and courses

Non-credit programs and courses through Professional and Continuing Studies, and the Global Learning and Language Centre.

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About Royal Roads University

This is a place of life-changing transformation.

Flexible admissions

Our admission policy looks at more than just formal education and qualifications. We see value in lessons learned outside the classroom in your hard-earned experience and professional achievements.

Build towards a degree

Many of our for-credit courses and certificates can be laddered towards a degree. You could even get credit for courses and certificates from other institutions to take you a step closer.

Learning that fits

With online, on-campus and blended programs, our delivery models are designed to help you achieve your goals without having to put your career or life on hold.

Diversity by design

We welcome students of any race, colour, national and ethnic origin, and ancestry. Through our complex identities, life experiences and global perspectives, we support equity, diversity and inclusion.

Land Acknowledgement

Hay’sxw’qa si’em nakwilia

[Hy-sh-kwa sea-em na-kwil-ia]
Thank you my honourable people

Royal Roads University acknowledges that the campus is on the traditional Lands of the Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) and Lekwungen (Songhees) ancestors and families.

With gratitude, we live, work and learn here where the past, present, and future of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students, faculty and staff come together.

Indigenous engagement
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News

Latest news

Stories about our people, programs and campus.

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"Borne" storyteller completes Master of Arts in Professional Communication

Spring 2023 grad Ben Borne’s Indigenous worldview impacts professional communications studies.

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Creativity, collaboration and culture: Carey Newman’s artistic approach

Artist Hayalthkin’geme Carey Newman receives honorary degree.

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A matter of national security: Jody Thomas awarded honorary doctorate

From working as a diesel mechanic in the navy to advising the prime minister on top security issues, Thomas learned a lot about leadership.

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"Borne" storyteller completes Master of Arts in Professional Communication

Spring 2023 grad Ben Borne’s Indigenous worldview impacts professional communications studies.

Creativity, collaboration and culture: Carey Newman’s artistic approach

Artist Hayalthkin’geme Carey Newman receives honorary degree.

A matter of national security: Jody Thomas awarded honorary doctorate

From working as a diesel mechanic in the navy to advising the prime minister on top security issues, Thomas learned a lot about leadership.