Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS)

Overview

Established in 1954

Nature: Public research university

Location: The main campus is located in Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada, with another campus in Longueuil

Students: About 30,000 full-time and part-time students

Language: Mainly taught in French, but some courses also offer English options

Educational philosophy

Université de Sherbrooke is committed to academic excellence, innovation and social responsibility. The school emphasizes interdisciplinary cooperation and practical learning, encourages students to participate in scientific research projects, and maintains close ties with the industry to cultivate students' practical work ability and career readiness.

Historical background

1950s: Catholic priests and businessmen in Sherbrooke joined forces to build a local university.

1954: Université de Sherbrooke was officially established.

Development: Over time, the school has continuously expanded its education and research fields and has become one of the important higher education institutions in Quebec and even Canada.

Disciplines and Courses

Undergraduate Programs:

Faculty of Arts and Sciences: including psychology, sociology, history, literature, etc.

Business School (École de gestion): covering accounting, marketing, human resource management, finance, etc.

Faculty of Engineering (Faculté de génie): including computer engineering, electronic engineering, civil engineering, etc.

Medical School (Faculté de médecine et des sciences de la santé): provides medical education and research.

Dental School (Faculté de médecine dentaire): provides dental education.

Pharmacy School (Faculté de pharmacie): provides pharmaceutical education.

Law School (Faculté de droit): provides legal education.

Faculté d'éducation: trains future teachers and other educational professionals.

Faculté des lettres et des sciences humaines: includes visual arts, music, drama, etc.

Graduate Programs:

Offers master's and doctoral degrees in a variety of fields, such as biological sciences, computer science, education, environmental science, psychology, etc.

Continuing Education:

Provides opportunities for adult education and lifelong learning, including short courses and career development training.

Featured Majors

Medical and Health Sciences: Enjoys a high reputation in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and other fields.

Business Management: The School of Business is very prominent in management and economics.

Engineering Technology: The School of Engineering has strong teaching and research strength in the fields of engineering technology.

Law: The School of Law ranks high among Canadian law schools.

Humanities and Social Sciences: Has extensive research and teaching activities in the humanities and social sciences.

Education: The School of Education is known for its comprehensive educational programs and research.

Problem-Based Learning (PBL): Sherbrooke University is the first medical school in Quebec to introduce problem-based learning methods, and this method is also widely used in other disciplines.

Campus Facilities

Library: Has a wealth of book resources and electronic databases.

Classrooms and laboratories: Equipped with modern teaching equipment and technology to support practical learning.

Dormitories: Provide a variety of accommodation options to facilitate out-of-town students.

Sports facilities: including gymnasium, swimming pool, basketball court, etc.

Student Service Center: provides a variety of services such as career planning, mental health support, academic counseling, etc.

Research Center: There are multiple research centers and institutes to support cutting-edge scientific research.

Internships and Cooperation: Maintain close contact with local businesses and industries to provide students with internship and employment opportunities.

Contact Information

Official Website: https://www.usherbrooke.ca/

Address: 2500 Boulevard de l'Université, Sherbrooke, QC J1K 2R1, Canada

Tel: +1 819-821-8000

Email: info@usherbrooke.ca

Certification and Recognition

Certification: Sherbrooke University is a member of the U15 Research University Alliance in Canada, and its degrees and diplomas are recognized by the Canadian government.

Recognition by the Ministry of Education of China: Sherbrooke University is one of the overseas regular universities recognized by the Ministry of Education of China, and the degrees awarded are also recognized in China.

Other Information

Admission Requirements:

Undergraduate Program: Applicants usually need to graduate from high school and submit transcripts, letters of recommendation and personal statements. Some courses may have specific language requirements, such as French proficiency test (TEF or TCF) scores.

Graduate programs: Applicants need to have a bachelor's degree in a related major and submit transcripts, personal statements, letters of recommendation and other materials. Some courses may also require an interview or additional writing samples.

Scholarships: The school offers a variety of scholarship opportunities to help students reduce their financial burden.

Internship opportunities: Sherbrooke University cooperates with many companies to provide students with rich internships and practical experience.

International cooperation: Established partnerships with many universities around the world to promote international exchanges and learning