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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 is situated at the centre of an international research hub. The institution has built its reputation on its teaching and research, which enable the university to exchange, collaborate, and innovate with universities from across the world. The university has 40,000 students from 115 countries and offers some 390 programs in most areas of study at all three levels of undergraduate and graduate education.

A SOUND REPUTATION FOR GOOD REASONS Quality of teaching, which helps produce qualified professionals and researchers highly sought after 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 that promotes outdoor leisure and recreational activities.

Research vitality, which brings in more than $185 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 students open access to mass transit.

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3 cAmPUSES9 FAcULTIES MAIN CAMPUSThe Main Campus, located in west Sherbrooke, has eight faculties. The Campus, which is both urban and buzzing with activity, has green spaces, areas for work and socializing, and many services close to the classrooms (residencies, performance halls and entertainment facilities, cafeterias, libraries, businesses, bus station, sports complex, and more).

HEALTH CAMPUSThe Health Campus is located in east Sherbrooke. This extensive biomedi-cal complex is home to the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, the Sherbrooke University Hospital Centre (CHUS) and it’s research centre, the Pharmacology Institute of Sherbrooke, and the Applied Cancer Research Pavilion. Students on this campus also have access to the full range of student services.

LONGUEUIL CAMPUSThe Longueuil Campus, located on Montréal’s South Shore, serves thou-sands of students each year. Although special ized in part-time graduate education (master’s and doctoral levels) in a variety of fields, this campus also offers a number of tailored-training and undergraduate programs.

MAIN SHERBROOKE CAMPUS

SHERBROOKE HEALTH CAMPUS

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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 a reputation for its vitality and richness, starting with your first day on campus and running right up to commencement. There are more than a hundred student associations and groups involved in making social and community life a dynamic experience.

SERVIcESServices provided on the Main Campus include a medical clinic, psychological and counselling services, a sports medicine clinic, and nutrition coun-selling. The campus also has a number of shops and businesses, including cafeterias, a bookstore, a computer store, a travel agency, and a barbershop/hairdressing salon.

cULTUREThe Maurice O’Bready theatre, with seating for 1500, provides a stage for performers of national and inter-national renown. The university offers its students preferential access to and discounts for a broad variety of cultural events and activities with its Carte Blanche pass. The School of Music hosts a wealth of events featuring all kinds of music, providing musical enthusiasts with opportunities to discover new talented musicians and singers. Aficionados of contemporary art have the chance to enjoy a variety of works on display during the art gallery’s many exhibitions.

SPORTSVert & Or teams defend the University colors in track and field, cross-country running, 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 m two-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 the slopes of mont Bellevue, where you can cycle, hike, snowshoe, and cross-country ski. On the other side of the mountain is 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 157,000. 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 A SELECT 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 115 countries

530 exchange students through student mobility programs

441 international cooperative agreements with 66 countries

Cultural diversity reflected in faculty representation, since 23% of faculty members were born outside of Canada

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

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The Université de Sherbrooke has revolutionized teaching, particularly through the use of problem-based and project-based learning (PBL). In these two approaches, students work in small groups under the supervision of a tutor to solve a problem or carry out a project. They learn to perform research and synthesize information, develop autonomy and the ability to discuss as team members, and acquire both professional and personal skills.

In addition to being the first French-speaking university to adopt the co-op teaching approach, the Université de Sherbrooke still remains one of the leaders in this field. This method, which combines periods of study with paid work terms, allows a significant number of students to gain practi-cal experience while confirming to themselves they have chosen the right academic and career paths.

Education that Prepares Students

for thefUTUrE

The Université deSherbrooke offers more than

350 programs, all developed with a view to trai-

ning 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 EXPERIENcE AND INNOVATION

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

The co-op benefits for students include gaining experience and earning a salary. Employers benefit from the services and knowledge of the next generation of university graduates highly interested in learning and succeeding.

In 1966, the Université de Sherbrooke established Quebec’s first university co-op program and remains the definite leader in this field. Our co-op offering consists of more than 40 programs, concentrations, and pathways.

Each year, our students go on nearly 4,000 internships throughout Quebec and even across the world. More than 50 people, including about 30 internship coordinators, seek out internship possi bilities in addition to advising and assisting students and employers throughout the cooperative experience.

Co-op graduates amass at least one year of relevant experience before earning their diplomas, while reaping the benefits of unrivaled career prepara-tion that employers genuinely value.

cooperative INTERNSHIPSThe 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 directly to interns

About 25% of internships in Eastern Townships, 25% in Montréal,

20% in Montérégie, and 10% in Québec City

Overall internship placement rate of 98% across all programs

of study

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PROGRAmS

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UNDERGRADUATEApplied political scienceBiochemistry of health Biology Biotechnology engineering Business administration: Concentration in accounting Concentration in finance Concentration in human-resources management Concentration in management Concentration in management information systems Concentration in marketing Chemical engineering Chemistry Civil engineering Communications, writing, and multimedia Computer engineering CounsellingEcology Economics Electrical engineering English and intercultural studies Environmental studiesGeomatics applied to the environmentHistoryImagery and digital sciences InformaticsKinesiologyLaw Law/life sciences (bachelor’s/master’s degrees)Law/MBA (bachelor’s/master’s degrees)Literature and cultural studies Management information Marketing communication (bachelor’s/master’s degrees)Mathematics Medicine (MD) Mechanical engineering Medicine Microbiology Molecular and cellular biology Multidisciplinary MusicNursingOccupational therapy (bachelor’s/master’s degrees)

Pharmaceutical chemistry Pharmacology Philosophy Physical education and health Physics Physiotherapy (bachelor’s/master’s degrees)Preschool and elementary education Psychoeducation PsychologyReligious StudiesSecondary education School and social adjustment Social workTeaching English as a second language TranslationVocational education

MASTER’S

Administration and MBA Aerospatial engineering Applied political science Biochemistry BiologyCellular biology Chemical engineering Chemistry Chorale conducting Clinical sciences Civil engineering College teaching Comparative Canadian literature Counselling Contemporary religious studiesDispute prevention and settlement Economics Education Education and training management Electrical engineering Engineering management Environment FrenchGeography Gerontology Health policy and law HistoryImmunology Informatics Intercultural mediation Law Management and governance of cooperatives and mutuals Mathematics Mechanical engineering MicrobiologyNotarial law Nursing Pharmacology Philosophy Physical activity Physics Physiology Preschool and elementary education PsychoeducationRadiation sciences and biomedical imagery Rehabilitation practicesSchool and social adjustment Secondary education Software engineering Social work Substance-abuse intervention Taxation

DOCTORAL AdministrationBiochemistry BiologyCellular biology Chemical engineering Chemistry Civil engineering Clinical sciences Comparative Canadian literature Contemporary religious studies Development economics Education Educational intervention for physical activity Electrical engineeringFrenchGerontologyHistoryImmunologyLawMathematics Medicine (MD) Mechanical engineering Medicine MicrobiologyPharmacology Philosophy Physics Physiology Practical philosophy Psychoeducation PsychologyRadiation sciences and biomedical imagery Remote 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 $185M in research revenue annually

80 research chairs 32 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 research institutes that serve as Canadian models in their niches. They have earned recognition, in particular, for their research track records as well as the quality of the intake and mentoring provided to graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Moreover, their reputations include many collabora-tive efforts they have put into place with public, parapublic, and private organizations.

Environment and Sustainable Development Observatory

Interdisciplinary Institute for Technological Innovation

Pharmacology Institute of Sherbrooke

Research Centre on Aging

Research Institute on Educational Practices

SCIENTIFIC COMPUTATION CENTREThe Université de Sherbrooke enjoys an enviable position with respect to Canadian high-performance computing (HPC) with one of Canada’s largest capacities for housing scientific com-puting equipment. Investigators can count on the regular upgrading of the Mammouth supercomputer and a sound technical team providing for the needs of many disciplines, in particular, chemistry, physics, biology, health sciences, remote sensing, and all areas of engineering.

HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES RESEARCH PAVILIONThe Humanities and Social Sciences Research Pavilion brings together 300 professors and student researchers from the humanities, social sciences, and education. This state-of-the-art, LEED-certified building promotes interdisciplinary collaboration while providing appropriate spaces and equipment.

INTERDISCIPLINARY INSTITUTE FOR TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION (3IT)Located in the Université de Sherbrooke’s Innovation Park, 3IT covers 7,000-m2 of floor space and offers an outstanding environment for design, prototyping, and assessment, ranging from nanotechnologies up to systems and their applications. This joint uni-versity/industry working environment centred on interdisciplinarity houses Class 100 and 100,000 clean rooms; installations for mechanical, electro-nic, and computer prototyping; and a unique laboratory for assessing the use and ergonomics of new technolo-gies under actual conditions.

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CANCER APPLIED RESEARCH PAVILIONThe importance of developing new strategies for fighting cancer is a major societal issue and is the job to which the researchers at the Cancer Applied Research Pavilion. Specialized in functional genomics, RNomics, can-cer proteomics, molecular oncology, and cellular biology, these research teams have cutting-edge facilities for pushing back the boundaries of knowledge about cancer.

BRP–UDES CENTREFOR ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY Located in the Université de Sherbrooke’s Innovation Park, this centre—the only one of its kind in Canada—focuses on developing cutting-edge new technologies pertaining to motorized recreational vehicles. Joint university/Bombardier Recreational Products teams work primarily on five themes: engines; transmissions and drive systems; suspension and shock absorbers; materials and manufacturing processes; and technologies that are more environmentally friendly. The facility includes laboratories, workshops, and offices as well as specialized research equipment.

MiQro INNOVATIONCOLLABORATIVE CENTRE (C2MI)Located in Bromont’s technology park about an hour from Sherbrooke, C2MI is an innovation centre for assembling the next generation of electronic chips. Based on powerful models of University/ industry partnering, C2MI is a crucial link in the microelectronics ecosystem in the northeastern part of the continent and one of the world’s most impor-tant research hubs in this field. C2MI recently received more than $218M for the construction of a building and the acquisition of research equipment.

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RESEARcH GROUPS

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fACULTY Of BUSINESS ADMINISTrATION

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I International development, public economy, and the tax system

I Entrepreneurship and innovation

I Trademark management and responsible consumption

I Responsible financial management and sustainable development

I Competitive and business intelligence

I Work organization; occupational health and safety

RECOGNIZED RESEARCH CENTRES

I Economy and International Development Research Group (GREDI)

I Applied Finance Research Group (GReFA)

fACULTY Of LAW

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I Sustainable development and the environment

I Governance and access to the courts

I Neutrality, cultural diversity, and religion

I Health and health sciences

I Vulnerability and protection of the vulnerable

fACULTY Of EDUCATION

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I Educational and socioeducational intervention

I Pedagogy of graduate studies

I Management of educational organizations

I Behavior problems and social adjustment of children and adolescents

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 RESEARCH CENTRES

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 Of PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPOrTS

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMESI Neuromechanics of human movement

I Educational intervention through physical activity and health

I Kinesiology, health, and aging

fACULTY Of ENGINEErING

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I Materials [Research ecosystem on on cutting-edge materials]

I Energy [Development and management of new energy sources]

I Health [Bioengineering and new technologies serving health]

I Transportation / Mobility [Infrastructure; adaptive-intelligence materials]

I Sustainable Development [Environmentally responsible management and use]

I Safety, Standardization, and Adaptation

RECOGNIZED RESEARCH CENTRES

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, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES

I Community dynamics and social networks

I Culture, language, and intercultural relations

I Governance, ethics, and power

I Environmental modeling and observation

RECOGNIZED RESEARCH CENTRES

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 Quebec Books (GRÉLQ)

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fACULTY Of MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES I 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 RESEARCH CENTRES

I Université de Sherbrooke Centre of Excellence on Pharmacology and Structural Biology

I Université de Sherbrooke Centre of Excellence on Mother–Child Research

I Université de Sherbrooke Centre of Excellence on RNA Biology

I Université de Sherbrooke Centre of Excellence on Diabetes, Obesity, and Cardiovascular Complications

I Université de Sherbrooke Centre of Excellence on Inflammation and Cancer

I Université de Sherbrooke Centre of Excellence on Molecular Imaging

I Université de Sherbrooke Centre of Excellence on the Neurosciences

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 RESEARCH CENTRES

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 Improvement of Microbial Diversity (CEVDM)

I Algebraic and Geometric Structures

fACULTY Of THEOLOGY AND rELIGIOUS STUDIES

PROMISING RESEARCH THEMES I Study of the contemporary religious

RECOGNIZED RESEARCH CENTRES

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 international events. 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 geographic position 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 and group trips to make the most out of these destinations.

All the information herein was correct at the time of printing in November 2014.

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