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A modern, prestigious institution, the Université de Sherbrooke ranks among Canada's best

universities. Known for its humanistic nature and innovative character, the University stands

out for its student-centred culture and the efforts it deploys in promoting the success

of every student.

Studying at the Université de Sherbrooke means living a uniquely enriching experience on

both the academic and human levels in a stimulating, dynamic environment.

SEEINGmy future taking shape

Université deSHERBROOKE

Located in Sherbrooke, a charming French-speaking city in southern Quebec, the Université de Sherbrooke issituated at the centre of an international research hub. The institution has built its reputation on its teachingand research, which enable the university to exchange, collaborate, and innovate with universities from acrossthe world. The university has 38,000 students from 100 countries and offers some 385 programs in most areasof study at all three levels of undergraduate and graduate education.

A SOUND REPUTATION FOR GOOD REASONSQuality of teaching, which helps produce qualified professionals and researchers highly soughtafter by employers around the world.

Culture of innovation, faculty openness and receptiveness, and commitment to student success.

Cooperative-education program (alternating academic work with internships), which fosters the practical application of knowledge throughout the entire period of education and training.

Outstanding educational environment, combining dynamic student life in a natural setting thatpromotes outdoor leisure and recreational activities.

Research vitality, which brings in more than $143 million in public and private funding every year.

Ranked first in Canada for income from faculty inventions and discoveries.

Environmental commitment, as evidenced, in part, by an original program providing studentsopen access to mass transit.

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3 CAMPUSES9 FACULTIES MAIN CAMPUSThe Main Campus, located in westSherbrooke, has eight faculties. TheCampus, which is both urban andbuzzing with activity, has green spaces,areas for work and socializing, andmany services close to the classrooms(residencies, performance halls andentertainment facilities, cafeterias,libraries, businesses, bus station,sports complex, and more).

HEALTH CAMPUSThe Health Campus is located in eastSherbrooke. This extensive biomedicalcomplex is home to the Faculty ofMedicine and Health Sciences, theSherbrooke University Hospital Centre(CHUS), the Pharmacology Institute ofSherbrooke, the Étienne-Le Bel Centre(applied research), and the AppliedCancer Research Pavilion. Students onthis campus also have access to thefull range of student services.

LONGUEUIL CAMPUSThe Longueuil Campus, located onMontréal's South Shore, serves thousandsof students each year. Although special-ized in part-time graduate education(master's and doctoral levels) in avariety of fields, this campus alsooffers a number of tailored-trainingand undergraduate programs.

MAIN SHERBROOKE CAMPUS

SHERBROOKE HEALTHCAMPUS

LONGUEUIL CAMPUS

AdministrationArts, Humanities, and Social SciencesEducationEngineeringLawMedicine and Health SciencesScienceSports and Physical EducationTheology and Religious Studies

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UNIVERSITY LIFE

STUDENT LIFEStudent life at Sherbrooke has earned areputation for its vitality and richness,starting with your first day on campusand running right up to commencement.There are more than a hundred studentassociations and groups involved inmaking social and community life adynamic experience.

SERVICESServices provided on the Main Campusinclude a medical clinic, psychologicaland counselling services, a sports medi-cine clinic, and nutrition counselling.The campus also has a number of shopsand businesses, including cafeterias, abookstore, a computer store, a travelagency, and a barbershop/hairdressingsalon.

CULTUREThe Maurice O’Bready theatre, withseating for 1700, provides a stagefor performers of national and inter-national renown. The university offersits students preferential access to anddiscounts for a broad variety of culturalevents and activities with its CarteBlanche pass. The School of Musichosts a wealth of events featuring allkinds of music, providing musicalenthusiasts with opportunities todiscover new talented musicians andsingers. Aficionados of contemporaryart have the chance to enjoy a varietyof works on display during the artgallery’s many exhibitions.

SPORTSVert & Or teams defend the Universitycolors in track and field, cross-countryrunning, football, swimming, soccer,volleyball, badminton, cheerleading,golf, and rugby. The University's state-of-the-art sports facilities include:

> an aquatics complex with a 50 mtwo-section pool and a 25 m pool

> a double gymnasium> two track-and-field stadiums

(indoor and outdoor)> a complete weight-training room> a synthetic multisport surface> a climbing wall, indoor tennis courts,

a spinning room, and more

The Main Campus is nestled on theslopes of mont Bellevue, where you cancycle, hike, snowshoe, and cross-countryski. On the other side of the mountainis a downhill-ski centre right in the city.

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Sherbrooke,A TRUE

COLLEGE TOWNSherbrooke ranks as Quebec's sixth largest city

with a population of 150,000. In addition to being

bilingual, Sherbrooke is home to two universities

—one English speaking and the other French

speaking—and three colleges. The vast majority

of the student population comes from outside of

the city, making Sherbrooke a young, vibrant,

and vital city.

Moreover, the cost of living in Sherbrooke is very rea-

sonable and there are no traffic jams to speak of. The

area's lakes, rivers, and mountains combine to make

Sherbrooke an outstanding place to live. Downtown

holds a great deal of attraction for students, with its

movie theatres, cafés, bars, and small clubs where

emerging groups perform, giving Sherbrooke its own

reputation in the music industry.

Reasons why Sherbrooke stands out from other towns in the country:

20% OF ITS POPULATION PURSUES POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION

60% OF ITS ECONOMY IS LINKED TO THE KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY

ITS HIGHLY ADVANTAGEOUS POSITION AS AN INTEGRATED STUDENT CITY IN ASELECT CLUB COMPRISING A SMALL NUMBER OF CITIES AROUND THE WORLD

ITS LEADERSHIP ROLE IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

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Photo: City of Sherbrooke, Jocelyn Riendeau

UdeS andTHE WORLDUdeS's reputation for vitality and innovation attracts students

from across the province and around the world. More than 85%

of the University's student population comes from outside

Sherbrooke, creating a warm atmosphere that lets new students

integrate into the community easier.

Internationalization at UdeS means:

3,700 international students and immigrants from 120 countries

650 exchange students through student mobility programs

288 international cooperative agreements with 40 countries

Cultural diversity reflected in faculty representation, since 24% of faculty members were born outside of Canada

Active partnerships with the Réseau Latinus (initiative linking Romance-language universities) and the Confucius Institute

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The Université de Sherbrooke hasrevolutionized teaching, particularlythrough the use of problem-based andproject-based learning (PBL). In thesetwo approaches, students work insmall groups under the supervision ofa tutor to solve a problem or carry outa project. They learn to performresearch and synthesize information,develop autonomy and the ability todiscuss as team members, and acquireboth professional and personal skills.

In addition to being the first French-speaking university to adopt the co-opteaching approach, the Université deSherbrooke still remains one of theleaders in this field. This method,which combines periods of study withpaid work terms, allows a significantnumber of students to gain practicalexperience while confirming tothemselves they have chosen the rightacademic and career paths.

Education thatPrepares Students

for theFUTURE

The Université deSherbrooke offers more than

350 programs, all developed with a view to training

new generations of professionals that meet the

needs of employers. The in-depth knowledge and

skills of our faculty members; the program

structure, designed as a veritable learning pathway;

alternating work terms and periods of study in the

co-op program; and practical exercise and major

projects come together to form an integrated whole

that enables students to better master the material

and apply what they have learned to real situations.

That’s why Sherbrooke graduates stand out from

their first day on the labor market. That, too, is

seeing the future.

CENTRED ON PRACTICAL EXPERIENCEAND INNOVATION

Only Canadian citizens and landed immigrants can takepart in the cooperative program.

The co-op benefits for students includegaining experience and earning a salary.Employers benefit from the services andknowledge of the next generation ofuniversity graduates highly interestedin learning and succeeding.

In 1966, the Université de Sherbrookeestablished Quebec's first universityco-op program and remains the definiteleader in this field. Our co-op offeringconsists of more than 40 programs,concentrations, and pathways.

Each year, our students go on nearly4,000 internships throughout Quebecand even across the world. More than50 people, including about 30 internshipcoordinators, seek out internshippossibilities in addition to advisingand assisting students and employersthroughout the cooperative experience.

Co-op graduates amass at least one yearof relevant experience before earningtheir diplomas, while reaping thebenefits of unrivaled career prepara-tion that employers genuinely value.

CooperativeINTERNSHIPSThe Université de Sherbrooke's co-op program gives students the

opportunity to work for companies in their chosen fields and meet

actual professionals, while working towards their degrees. This original

and practical approach alternates semesters of academic study with

semesters of full-time employment throughout the student's program.

Total of $35M a year paid directlyto interns

About 20% of internships in Sherbrooke, 30% in Montréal,20% in Montérégie, and 10%in Québec City

Overall internship placement rateof 98% across all programsof study

USherbrooke.ca/stages-coop

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PROGRAMS

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UNDERGRADUATEApplied political scienceBiochemistry of healthBiologyBiotechnology engineeringBusiness administration:

Concentration in accountingConcentration in finance Concentration in human-resources managementConcentration in managementConcentration in management information systemsConcentration in marketing

Chemical engineeringChemistryCivil engineeringCommunications, writing, and multimediaComputer engineeringCounsellingEcologyEconomicsElectrical engineeringEnglish and intercultural studiesEnvironmental studiesGeomatics applied to the environmentHistoryImagery and digital sciencesInformaticsKinesiologyLawLaw/life sciences (bachelor's/master's degrees)Law/MBA (bachelor's/master's degrees)Literature and cultural studies Management informationMarketing communication (bachelor's/master's degrees)MathematicsMedicine (MD)Mechanical engineeringMedicineMicrobiologyMolecular and cellular biologyMultidisciplinaryMusicNursingOccupational therapy (bachelor's/master's degrees)

Pharmaceutical chemistryPharmacologyPhilosophyPhysical education and healthPhysicsPhysiotherapy (bachelor's/master's degrees)Preschool and elementary educationPsychoeducationPsychologySecondary educationSchool and social adjustment Social workTeaching English as a second languageTheologyTranslationVocational education

MASTER'SAdministration and MBAAerospatial engineeringApplied political science Biochemistry BiologyCellular biology Chemical engineeringChemistry Chorale conductingClinical sciencesCivil engineeringCollege teachingComparative Canadian literatureCounsellingContemporary religious studiesDispute prevention and settlement EconomicsEducationEducation and training managementElectrical engineeringEngineering managementEnvironment FrenchGeographyGerontology Health policy and lawHistoryImmunology InformaticsIntercultural mediation Law Management and governance of cooperativesand mutualsMathematics Mechanical engineeringMicrobiology Pharmacology Philosophy Physical activity PhysicsPhysiology Preschool and elementary educationPsychoeducationRadiation sciences and biomedical imageryRehabilitation practicesSchool and social adjustment Secondary education Software engineeringSocial workSubstance-abuse intervention Taxation

DOCTORAL AdministrationBiochemistryBiologyCellular biologyChemical engineeringChemistryCivil engineeringClinical sciencesComparative Canadian literatureContemporary religious studies Development economics EducationEducational intervention for physical activityElectrical engineeringFrenchGerontologyHistoryImmunologyLawMathematicsMedicine (MD)Mechanical engineeringMedicineMicrobiologyPharmacologyPhilosophyPhysicsPhysiologyPractical philosophyPsychoeducationPsychologyRadiation sciences and biomedical imageryRemote sensing

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RESEARCHThe Université de Sherbrooke has earned a reputation for its hard-hitting research, which has led

to major discoveries and innovations in a variety of disciplines. Research at the Université de

Sherbrooke translates into:

More than $143M in research revenue annually

79 research chairs

31 recognized research centres and 5 recognized research institutes

Modern equipment and facilities at the cutting edge of technology

Faculty members that stand out for the excellence of their research

Special relations with public, private, and not-for-profit partners

Tangible benefits for societyUSherbrooke.ca/recherche/en

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FIVE MAJOR RESEARCH INSTITUTESThe university hosts five researchinstitutes that serve as Canadian modelsin their niches. They have earnedrecognition, in particular, for theirresearch track records as well as thequality of the intake and mentoringprovided to graduate students andpostdoctoral fellows. Moreover, theirreputations include many collabora-tive efforts they have put into placewith public, parapublic, and privateorganizations.

Environment and Sustainable Development Observatory

Interdisciplinary Institutefor Technological Innovation

Pharmacology Instituteof Sherbrooke

Research Centre on Aging

Research Institute on Educational Practices

SCIENTIFIC COMPUTATION CENTREThe Université de Sherbrooke enjoysan enviable position with respect toCanadian high-performance computing(HPC) with one of Canada's largestcapacities for housing scientific com-puting equipment. Investigators cancount on the regular upgrading of theMammouth supercomputer and a soundtechnical team providing for the needsof many disciplines, in particular,chemistry, physics, biology, healthsciences, remote sensing, and allareas of engineering.

HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCESRESEARCH PAVILIONThe Humanities and Social SciencesResearch Pavilion brings together 300professors and student researchersfrom the humanities, social sciences,and education. This state-of-the-art,LEED-certified building promotesinterdisciplinary collaboration whileproviding appropriate spaces andequipment.

INTERDISCIPLINARY INSTITUTE FORTECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION (3IT)Located in the Université deSherbrooke's Innovation Park, 3IT covers7,000-m2 of floor space and offers anoutstanding environment for design,prototyping, and assessment, rangingfrom nanotechnologies up to systemsand their applications. This joint uni-versity/industry working environmentcentred on interdisciplinarity housesClass 100 and 100,000 clean rooms;installations for mechanical, electronic,and computer prototyping; and aunique laboratory for assessing theuse and ergonomics of new technologiesunder actual conditions.

UNIQUEINFRASTRUCTURE

CANCER APPLIEDRESEARCH PAVILIONThis new pavilion located on the HealthCampus brings together about 30 multi-disciplinary research teams. It alsohouses highly specialized equipmentfor researchers in functional genomics,RNomics, proteomics, molecular oncol-ogy, and the cellular biology of cancer.

BRP–UDES CENTREFOR ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY Located in the Université deSherbrooke’s Innovation Park, thiscentre—the only one of its kind inCanada—focuses on developing cutting-edge new technologies pertaining tomotorized recreational vehicles. Jointuniversity/Bombardier RecreationalProducts teams work primarily on fivethemes: engines; transmissions anddrive systems; suspension and shockabsorbers; materials and manufacturingprocesses; and technologies that aremore environmentally friendly. Thefacility includes laboratories, workshops,and offices as well as specializedresearch equipment.

MIQRO INNOVATION COLLABORATIVECENTRE (C2MI)Located in Bromont's technology parkabout an hour from Sherbrooke, C2MIis an innovation centre for assemblingthe next generation of electronic chips.Based on powerful models of University/industry partnering, C2MI is a cruciallink in the microelectronics ecosystemin the northeastern part of the continentand one of the world's most importantresearch hubs in this field. C2MIrecently received more than $218M forthe construction of a building and theacquisition of research equipment.

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RESEARCH GROUPS

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FACULTY OFBUSINESSADMINISTRATION

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I International development, public economy, and the tax system

I Entrepreneurship and innovation

I Trademark management andresponsible consumption

I Responsible financial management and sustainable development

I Competitive and business intelligence

I Work organization; occupationalhealth and safety

RECOGNIZED RESEARCHCENTRES

I Economy and International Development Research Group (GREDI)

I Applied Finance Research Group (GReFA)

FACULTY OF LAW

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I Sustainable developmentand the environment

I Governance and access to the courts

I Neutrality, cultural diversity,and religion

I Health and health sciences

I Vulnerability and protectionof the vulnerable

FACULTY OFEDUCATION

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I Educational and socioeducational intervention

I Pedagogy of graduate studies

I Management of educationalorganizations

I Behavior problems and social adjustment of children andadolescents

I Transitions and learning throughout life

I Teaching the sciences, technology, and mathematics

I Continuity in the learning of reading and writing

I Professional and practical streams in teacher professional training

RECOGNIZED RESEARCHCENTRES

I Science Teaching and Learning Research Centre (CRÉAS)

I Centre for the Study of Transitions and Learning (CÉRTA)

I Research Centre on Educational and Socioeducational Intervention (CRIÉSÉ)

I Research Group on Child Social Maladjustment (GRISE)

FACULTY OFPHYSICALEDUCATIONAND SPORTS

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMESI Neuromechanics of human movement

I Educational intervention through physical activity and health

I Kinesiology, health, and aging

FACULTY OFENGINEERING

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I Materials [Research ecosystem on oncutting-edge materials]

I Energy [Development andmanagement of new energy sources]

I Health [Bioengineering and new technologies serving health]

I Transportation / Mobility [Infrastructure; adaptive-intelligencematerials]

I Sustainable Development [Environmentally responsiblemanagement and use]

I Safety, Standardization,and Adaptation

RECOGNIZED RESEARCHCENTRES

I Energy Efficiency of Industrial Processes Research Centre

I Earthquake-Engineering Research Centre (CRGP)

I UdeS Research Centre on Concrete Infrastructure (CRIB-US)

I UdeS Vibration and Acoustics Group (GAUS)

I Water Research Group of Université de Sherbrooke

I Energy and Environment Research Group

FACULTY OF ARTS,HUMANITIES, ANDSOCIAL SCIENCES

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I Community dynamics and socialnetworks

I Culture, language, and intercultural relations

I Governance, ethics, and power

I Environmental modeling andobservation

RECOGNIZED RESEARCHCENTRES

I Centre for Remote-Sensing Applications and Research (CARTEL)

I Centre for Computer Analysis and Processing of Quebec French (CATIFQ)

I Research and Study Group on QuebecBooks (GRÉLQ)

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FACULTY OFMEDICINE ANDHEALTH SCIENCES

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMESI Cancer diagnosis and prognosis

I Inflammation and pain

I Diabetes, obesity, and complications

I Aging

I Population health, best practices, and health-care organization

I Mother–child research

RECOGNIZED RESEARCHCENTRES

I UdeS Research Centre in Structural Pharmacology (CREPSUS)

I Maternal and Child Research Centre

I Research Centre on RNA Biology

I Diabetes, Obesity and Cardiovascular Complications Research Centre

I UdeS Centre for Teaching and Research on Inflammation (CERIUS)

I Sherbrooke Neuroscience Centre (CNS)

I Sherbrooke Centre for Molecular Imaging (SMIC)

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMESI Functional materials for the future

I Quantum informatics

I Pharmaceutical and medical chemistry

I Environment and ecology

I Molecular and genetic biology

I Intelligent assistance for the well-being of future society

RECOGNIZED RESEARCHCENTRES

I Research Centre on Intelligent Materials

I Research Centre for Vegetation Improvement (SÉVE)

I Research Centre for Terrestrial Ecology (CRET)

I Research Centre on Intelligent Environments

I Canada Research Chair in Quantum Materials (CRMQ)

I Centre for the Study and Improvementof Microbial Diversity (CEVDM)

I Algebraic and Geometric Structures

FACULTY OFTHEOLOGY ANDRELIGIOUS STUDIES

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMESI Study of the contemporary religious

RECOGNIZED RESEARCHCENTRES

I UdeS Centre on Society, Law,and Religion (SoDRUS)

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COME SEE US IN PERSON!Three times a year, the Université de Sherbrooke organizes campus tours for prospective students.Parents and friends are welcome to come along, too!

Representatives of the Université de Sherbrooke also travel across Quebec and take part in certain internationalevents. See our schedule of tours and open-house dates. USherbrooke.ca/visiter

If you want to take advantage of a trip to Estrie to visit the university, write at least two weeks in advance to evenements.registraire@USherbrooke.ca to arrange your visit. We will be pleased to show you around!

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Just 30 minutes from the United States border, the Université de Sherbrooke occupies a unique geographicposition that makes it easy to get away to major cities along North America's East Coast: Montréal (2 h),Québec (3 h), Boston (4 h), and New York (7 h). Students can take advantage of intercity buses andgroup trips to make the most out of these destinations.

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