University of Alberta (UA)

Overview

Established in 1908

Nature: Public research university

Location: Located in Edmonton, the capital of Alberta, Canada

Students: More than 40,000 full-time and part-time students, including international students from all over the world

Educational philosophy

The University of Alberta is committed to providing high-quality education and cutting-edge research opportunities, emphasizing innovation, critical thinking and personal development. The school focuses on interdisciplinary cooperation and encourages students to participate in scientific research projects and social practice. UAlberta also attaches great importance to community participation and social responsibility, and incorporates these values ​​into teaching and research.

Historical background

1908: Officially established.

Early to mid-20th century: Gradually developed into a comprehensive university, adding multiple undergraduate majors and graduate programs.

Modern: Has become one of Canada's top research universities, enjoys a good reputation in many fields, and ranks among the top in international rankings.

Disciplines and courses

Undergraduate programs:

Bachelor of Arts: Including psychology, sociology, history, English, etc.

Bachelor of Commerce: covers accounting, marketing, human resource management, finance, etc.

Bachelor of Science and Technology: includes computer science, environmental science, biology, chemistry, etc.

Bachelor of Engineering: offers majors in multiple engineering fields, such as civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, etc.

Bachelor of Nursing: provides a comprehensive nursing education.

Bachelor of Arts: covers visual arts, music, drama, etc.

Bachelor of Education: trains future teachers and educators.

Graduate Programs:

offers master's and doctoral degrees in multiple fields, such as education, art, science, health science, engineering, etc.

Professional colleges:

Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry

Alberta School of Business

Faculty of Law

Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences

Faculty of Education

Faculty of Engineering

Faculty of Science

Faculty of Arts

Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation

Faculty of Native Studies

Language intensive courses:

Provide English intensive courses for international students to help them improve their English proficiency to adapt to academic requirements.

Featured majors

Medicine: The School of Medicine has achieved world-renowned achievements in the fields of virology, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and organ transplantation.

Artificial Intelligence: CSRankings, a global ranking of top computer science institutions, ranked 37th in the world in the field of artificial intelligence from 2010 to 2020, including 6th in the world in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Petroleum Engineering: It has strong strengths in the fields of petroleum engineering and petrochemicals.

Earth Sciences: Has a deep teaching and research foundation in earth sciences.

Business: Alberta School of Business is one of the largest business schools in Canada, providing comprehensive business management and entrepreneurship training.

Agriculture and Environmental Sciences: Has strong teaching resources in agriculture, environmental science and sustainable development.

Biomedicine: Has high achievements in biomedical research, especially in areas such as cancer research.

Campus Facilities

Library: Has rich 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 gyms, swimming pools, basketball courts, 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 internships and employment opportunities.

Contact Information

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

Address: 116 St & 85 Ave, Edmonton, AB T6G 2R3, Canada

Tel: +1 780-492-3111

Email: info@ualberta.ca

Certification and Recognition

Certification: The University of Alberta is a founding member of the U15 Research University Alliance in Canada and is recognized by the Ministry of Education of China.

Ranking: In the university rankings of Maclean's magazine, it is usually ranked in the top five universities for medical and doctoral studies; it also performs well in global rankings, such as the QS World University Rankings, which often ranks in the top six in Canada and the top 100 in the world.

Other Information

Admission Requirements:

Undergraduate Programs: 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 an IELTS score of no less than 6.5 or a TOEFL score of no less than 90.

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: UAlberta cooperates with multiple companies to provide students with rich internships and practical experience.

International cooperation: The school has established partnerships with many universities around the world to promote international exchanges and learning.