Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR)

About

The University of Quebec at Trois-Rivieres is a public university located in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada. The school was established on March 19, 1969 with the merger of the "Centre d'Études universitaires de Trois-Rivières" and "L'école normale d'État Maurice Duplessis”. 

Objectives

The objectives of the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) are structured around several strategic axes defined in its 2020-2025 Strategic Plan, aiming to make it an innovative and inspiring university in a changing world.

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

• arts
• sciences
• engineering
• health sciences
• education
•  social sciences.

Reasons to Study at Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

1. French immersion

   Studying at UQTR allows for total immersion in a French-speaking environment. For international students, the International French School (ÉIF) offers intensive programs to improve language proficiency.

   
    

2. Modern facilities and a vibrant student life

   The campus offers high-quality facilities, including a library, a sports center with an Olympic-size swimming pool, and various support services (psychological counseling, health services). Student life is rich and vibrant, with over 80 clubs and associations.

   
    

3. Strategic geographic location

   Situated halfway between Montreal and Quebec City, Trois-Rivières enjoys an ideal position, facilitating access to both major cities while offering a unique living environment.

   
    

4. A welcoming atmosphere and ideal environment

   The university is renowned for its relaxed and informal atmosphere, fostering collaborative work between students and faculty. The campus, with its numerous green spaces, offers a pleasant and tranquil setting.

   
    

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

• Consult the Directory of programs offered at UQTR to find the program of your choice and check the admission requirements.
• Some programs require knowledge of French as an entry requirement.

Supporting Documents

• Copy of final transcripts and diplomas (end of secondary, post-secondary and university studies).
• Copy of your birth certificate.
• Proof of French proficiency

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

• Consult the Directory of programs offered at UQTR to find the program of your choice and check the admission requirements.
• Some programs require knowledge of French as an entry requirement.

Supporting Documents

• Copy of final transcripts and diplomas (end of secondary, post-secondary and university studies).
• Copy of your birth certificate.
• Proof of French proficiency

How To Apply For Admission

Applications are made online via the Application form.

Gallery

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  Graduating Students

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  Laboratory

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  Hockey Team

Campus Tour

Facilities

• Research Center: Several research centers are located on the UQTR campus, including the Hydrogen Research Institute (IRH) and the Interuniversity Centre for Quebec Studies (CIEQ), which covers broad disciplinary fields such as history, sociology, political science, and literary studies.
• Accommodation: Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) offers student accommodation, including on-campus residences with furnished apartments and off-campus options like the nearby La Canopée building, which has studios and two-bedroom apartments. 
• Sports: The university is represented in Canadian Interuniversity Sport by the UQTR Patriotes which has teams in swimming, golf, hockey, soccer, cheerleading, badminton, athleticism, and Volleyball. The campus also has a multipurpose sports center called CAPS, which is managed by an experienced team.  The center includes 2 triple gymnasiums, 1 indoor track (2 lanes), 1 outdoor track (6 lanes), 1 indoor swimming pool, 1 outdoor artificial turf, a Wireless Internet area & multimedia rooms.
• Gym: UQTR Gym offers a wide range of sports facilities and equipment for its students. It includes facilities like free weights, Cardiovascular machines area: There are 16 cardiovascular machines available in this area that are connected to an interactive computer system that monitors the heart rate during a workout session. This system allows you to set goals and track your progress. The gym also has 13 lifting platforms and all their requirements.
• Cafeteria: The University of Quebec at Trois-Rivieres Student Café is a great place to hang out and meet new people. It's also a great place to grab food if you're hungry. You can get your favorite drink or try something new and exciting. The café also has desserts! 
• Library: The University of Quebec at Trois-Rivieres Library is among the largest and most important libraries in the province of Quebec. The library holds over 1 million volumes, including books, journals, newspapers, dissertations, periodicals, and other materials. In addition to its collection of books on CD-ROMs, microfilm and microfiche readers are available on each floor for browsing through items in their collection.

Accreditations

Canadian Athletic Therapists Association since 2017

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Georges Abdul-Nour

  Lecturer Professor at the department of Industrial engineering, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Canada Dr. Abdul-Nour received his Bachelors (1983) and Master (1985) Degrees in Industrial Engineerin... read more

  g from the Université de Moncton, N.B.’ Canada. In 1991, he completed his PhD in the same field, at the Texas Tech University, at Lubbock Texas, U.S.A. 
   
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  Anne-Sophie Bally

  Professor Anne-Sophie Bally is a Professor in the Department of Literature and Social Communication, she has Master's degree in linguistics, from Université du Québec à Montréal and a Ph.D. in Linguistics f... read more

  rom Université du Québec à Montréal.

  
   

  
   

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  Magali Brousseau-Foley

  Professor

  Magali Brousseau-Foley is a professor in the Department of Human Kinetics.

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  Laurent Cormier

  Associate Professor Laurent Cormier is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières. His current research topics include manufacturing methods and materials for high volta... read more

  ge capacitors and manufacturing of thermoplastic composites for aircraft interiors. 

Notable Alumni

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  Hery Rajaonarimampianina Politician
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  Michel Seymour Philosopher
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  Luc Tardif Sports Executive
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  Julie Boulet Politician

History

UQTR was created in 1969 with the merger of the "Centre d'Études universitaires de Trois-Rivières" and "L'école normale d'État Maurice Duplessis" (named after Maurice Duplessis). The first major campus, Ringuet, was opened in 1973 and is located in the vicinity of Des Forges and Des Récollets boulevards near downtown Trois-Rivières. Over the following years, UQTR has expanded outside of the city into several towns in the Centre-du-Québec, Montérégie, Lanaudière, Quebec and Chaudière-Appalaches regions. Over the 1973-2009 time period the university has enjoyed a period of long term growth punctuated by several periods of short term fluctuation.