Ambrose University College
Ambrose University College (AUC) is a private Christian liberal arts college located in Calgary, Alberta. The purpose of the school was to provide a stream of workers for the Nazarene churches in western Canada and overseas. Ambrose University College and Ambrose Seminary campus is located at 150 Ambrose Circle S.W., Calgary, Alberta.
The Calgary Bible Institute was first established in 1921 in the basement of the Calgary First Church of the Nazarene. In 1927, the school relocated to Red Deer, where it became known as Alberta School of Evangelism, and then Northern Bible College (NBC) with the construction of a new campus. In 1940, it was renamed again as Canadian Nazarene College (CNC) as it began offering theology degrees. In 1960, CNC moved to Winnipeg and was established as the official Canadian university college for the Church of the Nazarene.
Faculties:
Faculty of Arts & Science: Promoting redemptive engagement with human society and our natural environment.
Faculty of Theology
- Undergraduate: Providing Christian studies and personal formation for the service of the church worldwide.
- Seminary: Preparing Christians to serve and lead the church in its mission in the world.
Facilities:
The Ambrose campus, located on 40 acres at the western edge of the city, boasts a beautiful mountain view. It is connected to public transit through a bus exchange at 17th Avenue and 69th St SW.
The campus is newly constructed and therefore is equipped throughout with the latest learning techology and services. The Ambrose library is the largest private library in the prairie provinces. An on campus residence and food service is available for students. The gymnasium is a university competitiion facility. The Ambrose Residence Centre provides affordable accommodations. Ambrose Conference and Catering serves exceptional food, ranging from fresh and delicious breakfast buffets to scrumptious luncheons and dinners that start at $14.00/person.
Contact Details:
Ambrose University College,
150 Ambrose Circle S.W.,
Calgary, AB T3H 0L5
Tel: 1.403.410.2000
Fax: 1.403.571.2556
