University of Calgary (UCalgary)

Overview

Established: 1966

Nature: Public research university

Location: Northwest of Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Students: More than 24,000 undergraduates and more than 6,000 graduate students, including international students from all over the world

Educational philosophy

The University of Calgary is committed to providing high-quality education and 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. UCalgary also attaches great importance to community participation and social responsibility, and incorporates these values ​​into teaching and research.

Historical background

1966: Independence from the University of Alberta Calgary was officially established.

From the end of the 20th century to the beginning of the 21st century: Gradually developed into a comprehensive research university, adding multiple undergraduate majors and graduate programs.

Modern: It has become one of Canada's top research universities, enjoying a good reputation in many fields and ranking among the best in international rankings.

Subjects and Courses

Undergraduate Programs:

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

Bachelor of Business: covering accounting, marketing, human resource management, finance, etc.

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

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

Bachelor of Nursing: providing a comprehensive nursing education.

Bachelor of Fine Arts: covering visual arts, music, drama, etc.

Bachelor of Education: training future teachers and educators.

Graduate Programs:

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

Professional colleges:

Cumming School of Medicine

Haskayne School of Business

Faculty of Law

School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape

Werklund School of Education

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

Language intensive courses:

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

Featured majors

Engineering: Has strong strengths in fields such as petroleum engineering and civil engineering.

Business: Haskayne School of Business provides comprehensive business management and entrepreneurship training.

Medicine: Cumming School of Medicine has a high reputation in medical research and clinical practice.

Law: The School of Law provides comprehensive legal education and career preparation.

Environmental Science: Focuses on environmental protection and sustainable development.

Kinesiology: Has strong teaching resources in the fields of sports science and rehabilitation.

Computer Science: Provides cutting-edge information technology and network security courses.

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, and academic counseling.

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

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

Contact Information

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

Address: 2500 University Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4, Canada

Tel: +1 403-220-5110

Email: info@ucalgary.ca

Certification and Recognition

Certification: The University of Calgary is a 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 ten universities for medical and doctoral studies; it also performs well in global rankings, such as the top 200 in the QS World University Rankings and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

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 86.

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

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

Internship opportunities: UCalgary cooperates with multiple companies to provide students with rich internships and practical experience.

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