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UNIVERSITY LIFETHOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY | 2017
AccreditationThompson Rivers University offers Juris
Doctor, master’s and bachelor degrees as
well as college, technology, open learning,
and English language programs.
Fourth largest public university
in British Columbia
One of six research universities
in British Columbia
NWCC Candidate for Accreditation INTERNATIONAL BUILDING
LAW CLASSROOM
ARTS + EDUCATION
Founded in 1970, public,
degree-granting university
13,000 students, 17,000
distance students, and
over 1,800 international
students from 85 countries
Facts
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KAMLOOPS
British Columbia
3.5 hours drive from Vancouver
Connecting flights to Vancouver
and Calgary
Modern, friendly city of
100,000 people
Many work opportunities
Kamloops
KAMLOOPS
CANADA
USA
Montreal
New York
Washington
Toronto
Los Angeles
Seattle
Vancouver
Kamloops is in the center of many attractions.
Over 200 lakes nearby
Sun Peaks Ski Resort –45 minute drive
Many golf courses
Sun Peaks Resort (World-
Class Skiing and
Snowboarding)
Ice Hockey
Curling
Fishing
Hiking
Water Sports
…and much more!
Recreation
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STUDY OPTIONS
English as a Second
Language (ESL)
University Preparation/
High School Completion
Bachelor Degree
4 years | 2+2
Co-op Practicum
Diploma
2 years
Certificate
1 year
Post-Graduate Diploma
1 – 2 years
Master’s Degree
Graduate Certificate
University Transfer
1 or 2 years
GRADUATE STUDIES
Law - Juris Doctor
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
MBA Foundation & Graduate Certificate
in Business Administration (GCBA)
Master of Education (MEd)
Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (GCES)
Master of Science in Environmental Science (MSc)
Master of Science in Environmental Economics
and Management
Post-Baccalaureate Diplomas in Tourism (4 options)
Post-Baccalaureate Diplomas in Business (8 options)
TESL: Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate
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SCHOOL OF
Business and EconomicsPost-Baccalaureate Diplomas
Accounting
Business Administration
Finance
Human Resource Management
International Business
Marketing
New Venture Creation
Supply Chain Management
MBA Foundation & Graduate Certificate
in Business Administration
Master’s Degree
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Degrees
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Accounting
Economics
General BBA
Finance
Human Resources
International Business
Marketing
New Venture Creation
Supply Chain Management
Double Degree
Computing Science + Business Administration
Diplomas
Accounting Technician
Executive Assistant
Management
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Master of Business AdministrationYEAR 1
Graduate Diploma in
Business Administration (6 courses)
Managerial Statistics
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Global Economics
Marketing Management
Human Resource Management
Pathway to MBA for students with
non-business undergraduate degrees.
Students who complete this Graduate
Certificate with a B (GPA of 3.00) or better
in each of the six mandatory courses or
receive exemptions may proceed the TRU
MBA program.
Application Requirements
IELTS of at least 7.0 (all bands), or
Completion of TRU ENGL 1100 and
CMNS 1290 with a B or higher.
Master of Business AdministrationYEAR 2
12 months
8 core courses plus a choice of three
completion options: course-based,
graduate project, or graduate thesis
Admission Requirements
Must meet all requirements for
admission to the Graduate Certificate
in Business Administration, or
Be exempted from the course by the
MBA Admissions Committee
GMAT score is not required
No minimum professional work
experience required
MBA Advantage
Accessible
Global perspective
Small class sizes
Choice of course-based,
project-based, or thesis-based
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SCHOOL OF
TourismPost-Baccalaureate Diplomas
Adventure Studies
Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Tourism
International Tourism Development
Managing Festivals & Events
Resort Experience Management
Tourism Destination Development
Tourism Experience Management
Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Tourism Management
Festivals & Events
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
International Adventure Tourism
Mountain Studies
Nature-Based Community Development
Resort Experience
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies –Adventure Studies
Diplomas
Aboriginal Tourism
Adventure Guide
Adventure Management
Canadian Mountain & Ski Guide
Events & Conventions Management
Resort & Hotel Management
Sports Event Management
Tourism Management
Certificates
Adventure Sports
Culinary Arts
FACULTY OF
ScienceGraduate Studies
Master of Science in Environmental Science
Degrees
Bachelor of Science (Majors: Animal Biology, Biology, Cellular,
Molecular & Microbial Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Biology,
Computing Science, Ecology & Environmental Biology, Economics,
Environmental Chemistry, General Science, Math, Mathematical
Sciences, Physics, pre-professional Health Science.
Minors: Environmental Economics & Sustainability Management)
Bachelor of Natural Resource Science
Forestry Transfer
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Perch Research
Carmen conducted perch
research at Pinaus Lake the
summer of 2011. Here, she used
an antenna to follow the tagged
fish around the lake.
Perch is not natural to the area,
has no local predators and is
therefore causing problems.
The research is in conjunction
with TRU’s Natural Resource
Sciences studies.
Photo
by J
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es A
rner
Bird Research
Bird researcher Dr. Matt Reudink
shows the wings and vibrant
colouring of a wild bluebird.
Dr. Reudink is a faculty member
at TRU.
The birds are being researched to
determine how much feather
colouring determines mating. The
research is taking place about 30
minutes drive from the university.
Faculty of Science
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Computing ScienceDegrees
Bachelor of Computing Science
Bachelor of Computing Science + Bachelor
of Business Administration (double degree)
Engineering Transfer
Diploma
Computer Information Systems Technology
Architectural and Engineering Technology
First Year Engineering Transfer
Application Deadline –
end of January
2nd Year Engineering Transfer
UVic (2nd Year)• Biomedical
• Electrical
• Computer
• Mechanical
• Software
• Civil
Co-op is mandatory
UVic (3rd Year)• Electrical
• Computer
Co-op is mandatory
UBC (2nd Year)• Biomedical
• Chemical & Biological
• Civil
• Electrical &
Computer
• Engineering Physics
• Environmental
• Geological
• Materials
• Mechanical
• Mining
Okanagan Campus
• Civil
• Mechanical
• Electrical
Co-op optional
Engineering Transfer
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Health SciencesDegrees
Bachelor of Health Science
Diploma
Respiratory Therapy
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SCHOOL OF
NursingDegrees
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Diploma
Practical Nursing
(Williams Lake campus only)
Certificate
Health Care Assistant
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FACULTY OF
ArtsDegrees
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
Bachelor of Journalism
Bachelor of General Studies
Majors & Minors
Communications
Economics
Economic & Political Studies
English
Geography & Environmental Studies
History
Mathematics
Mathematics & Economics
Philosophy
Psychology
Sociology
Theatre Arts
Minors Only
Archaeology & Geology
(Geoarchaeology)
Creative Writing
Environmental Economics &
Sustainable Development
Geography
Political Studies
Visual Arts
Certificates
Aboriginal Tourism
Literary & Art History
Modern Languages
Visual Arts Studio
Diplomas
General Studies
Associate of Arts
Fine Arts
Visual Arts
Police & Justice
Studies
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FACULTY OFHuman, Social, & Educational Development
Graduate Studies
Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (GCES)
Master of Education in Leadership
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Degrees
Bachelor of Education – Elementary
Bachelor of Education – Physical Education
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
Bachelor of Education - STEM (pending approval)
Diplomas
Early Childhood Education
Human Service
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Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies (GCES)
IELTS 6.0 (no bands below 5.5),
or TOEFL 550 with a TWE of 4.0
(paper-based test), or 213 with
an essay of 4.0 (computer-based
test), or 80 (IBT)
IELTS 5.5 (no bands below 5.0),
or TOEFL 530 (paper-based
test), or 197 (computer-based
test), or 71 (IBT)
Less than above
2 ESL courses
3 graduate courses
EDUC 5000 Learning about
Learning
EDUC 5600 Research
Institute: Language, Culture,
and Community
EDUC 5990 Special Topics in
Education (Academic Writing
in a Graduate Context)
4 ESL courses
1 elective (optional)
TRU ESL only
LANGUAGE
REQUIREMENTS
COURSES
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Master of EducationConcentration
Educational Leadership
Admission Requirements
A 4-year bachelor degree to equivalent
with B average (GPA 3.0) in at least the
last 60 credits
IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.5 or
completion TRU ESAL level 5
Additional Documents
A personal resume
A letter of intent (max 250 words)
2 letters of reference
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FACULTY OF
Law
TRU Faculty of Law is the first new
Canadian law faculty in over 35 years
Juris Doctor - 3 year program
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SCHOOL OF
Trades & Technology
Degrees
Bachelor of Technology in Technology
Management (BTTM), 3rd-year entry
Diploma
Water & Wastewater Technology
Certificate
Water & Wastewater Utilities
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Study Abroad
Field Schools
Range of Faculty-led
international field schools
in over 9 countries
Credit courses
1 or 2 Semesters Abroad
42 Bilateral Agreements
in 18 countries
International Student
Exchange Program (ISEP)
membership adding over
100 additional options
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TRU’S
Award-Winning
Student ServicesCanada’s largest and most comprehensive
International Student Advisor Team
Multilingual
Personal Counselling and assistance of all
aspects of student life in Canada (housing,
visa application, and settlement services)
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Student Services
International Academic Advisors International Admissions Team
International
Student
Advisor Team
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CAMPUS
LifeMany student clubs
Varsity athletics and intramural sports
Student activities program (LEAP)
Many on-campus cafés
40 acres of green space
Botanical garden
International Days week-long festival
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Campus & Facilities Modern 230-acre campus
City-centre campus
Complete range of facilities
Computer + language labs
Libraries and study centres
Cafeterias, student lounges, and shops
Stadium and aquatic centre
Gymnasium and theatre
Two on-campus residences
City bus service to and from campus
The Brown Family House of Learning
Tournament Capital Centre
World-Class Sports Facility
• Olympic-size swimming pool
• Multi-purpose sports centre
• 200 metre indoor running track
• 3 hardwood courts
• 2,200 spectator seating
• Outdoor field and sports stadium
• Gymnastics centre and weight room
• LEED Certified Environmental Design
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CAMPUS
AccommodationTRU Residence & Conference Centre
McGill Student Housing (on-campus)
Upper College Heights (off-campus)
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TRU ResidenceShared (4 or 2) and Private
• Private bedrooms with double bed, and
desk/work areas
• Shared bathroom and kitchenette, with fridge,
microwave, sink, pantry and storage
• High speed internet service
• Television with 48 channel satellite service
General Residence
• 24-hour customer service desk
• Barbecue facilities and patio
• 24-hour laundry service
• Four, 24-hour common kitchens
• Lounges / Games Room / Gym
McGill Student Housing Private, furnished room
Room includes small kitchenette
Four students share bathroom
Common building with laundry
facility, large kitchen, room, TV
lounge, and private study area
Activity programs for residents
Residence Advisors and
security personnel on site
Upper College Heights Across the street from the campus
Apartment-style dorms shared by four students
Private furnished bedrooms
Common kitchen/living area and bathrooms
Laundry facilities
Common areas include games &TV room
Resident manager and security personnel
Within walking distance to store and
supermarket
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STUDENT ACTIVITY PROGRAM
LEAPLeisure
Exploration
Activity
Program
An excellent way to meet Canadian and other international students
Many activities in the city and region
Reduced cost for activities and event admission
Student Advisory Committee selects and helps plan activities
Events newsletter
Activity program website and Facebook page
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INTERNATIONAL DAYS
Festival
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Work OpportunitiesAs a Student
On-Campus and Off-Campus Work
Following Graduation
Post-Graduation Work Permit (3 years)
Remaining in Canada
• Provincial Nominee Program
• Canadian Experience Class
Co-op Programs
Program combines study and paid
work experience
Students alternate terms of study
and employment
Enter after completing 50% of academic
program at TRU
Average monthly salaries range from
CDN $2,400-3,000 (up to $4,000)
Co-op office helps student to find
placements in a network of over 1,000
employers within Canada and globally
Student applies for Co-op after
completion of first year (first semester
in some diploma programs)
GPA determines acceptance
If accepted to the program, the student
must attend course COOP 1000 on
resume writing and interviewing skills
After completing COOP 1000 student can
apply for jobs
If successful, the student will start working
in the fifth semester
AT TRU (work + study)
IN BUSINESS
YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5
Sept – DecAcademic
Semester 1
Academic
Semester 3
Academic
Semester 5
Academic
Semester 7
Academic
Semester 8
Jan – AprAcademic
Semester 2
Academic
Semester 4
Academic
Semester 6
Co-op Work Term
3
May – AugCo-op Work Term
1
Co-op Work Term
2
Co-op Work Term
4GRADUATION
Co-op Fees & Earnings Co-op work term fee of CDN$1,400
If work term not obtained, there is no fee,
student can continue with studies
Students can make on average between
CDN$2,400-$3,000 per month
PROGRAM /
DISCIPLINE
AVERAGE
MONTHLY SALARY
BBA CDN$2,400
Science CDN$2,800
Electronics CDN$2,700
IT CDN$3,000
Employers Hiring TRU
International Students
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Co-op Program Areas
Science
Natural Resource Science
Biological Science
Chemistry/Environmental Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Physics
Advanced Technology
Computer Systems: Operation and Management
Bachelor of Science: Major in Computing Science
Bachelor of Computing Science
Business Administration
Accounting
Economics
Finance
Human Resources
International Business
Management Information Systems
Marketing
Tourism
Bachelor of Tourism Management
Arts
All Majors
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Why TRU?TRU International students reported higher development and growth
in critical and abstract thinking and prospects for future education
than other International students across Canada.
Career
Communication Skills
Critical & Abstract Thinking
Esthetic & Spiritual Development
Public Speaking
Self-Awareness & Responsibility Prospects for Future Education
(Average of TRU International student respondents (in the above
development areas) was significantly higher (p<0.05) than
International Students from other Canadian institutions. Institutional
Planning and Analysis. Jan 2015. Engagement & Retention of
International students – what we learned in 2014).
Employment OutcomesTwo years after graduating, TRU baccalaureate graduates
make an average of $53,000 a year.
Engineering and applied sciences graduates made an average
of $60,000 a year, human and social services graduates make
an average of $55,580 a year, business and management
graduates make an average of $50,000 a year, and arts and
sciences graduates make an average of $43,500 a year.
About 83% of these graduates are working full time, and the
unemployment rate is only 7%.
Between 9 and 20 months after graduating, TRU diploma
graduates make an average of $20 an hour.
Engineering and applied sciences graduates made an average
of $22 an hour, human and social services graduates make an
average of $17 an hour, and business and management
graduates make an average of $19 an hour. About 87% are
employed full time and the unemployment rate is only 8%.
BC Ministry of Advanced Education. 2016. Student Outcomes.
http://www2.bcstats.gov.bc.ca/Dashboard
Success Story – Nic Zdunich
Read full article online: http://inside.tru.ca/2016/08/29/arts-alum-finds-triumf-ant-success
Nic turned his co-op position into
a full-time job
Completed 2 co-op terms at TRIUMF
(Canada’s National Lab for Particle &
Nuclear Physics)
Accepted full-time Strategic
Communications Associate position
Completed BA through TRU’s
Open Learning division
The TRU co-op program allowed Nic to gain experiences
that he wouldn’t have been exposed to otherwise.
Bachelor of Arts 2016 graduate
4th Year International
Baccalaureate Students said…76% of fourth year International students had in at least one high impact practice
High Impact Practices include the following activities
Learning community or some other formal program where groups of students take
two or more classes together
Courses that include a community-based project (service-learning)
Work with a faculty member on a research project
Internship, co-op, field experience, student teaching, or clinical placement
Study Abroad
Culminating senior experience such as capstone course, senior project or thesis,
comprehensive exam, portfolio, etc.
(TRU Institutional Planning & Analysis. February 2015. National Survey of Student Engagement, 2014 International Students)
Full Canadian
Higher Ed Experience
Safe environment
Affordable tuition and living expenses
Small class sizes (average 21)
Canadian environment
Internationalized campus
Lots of participation
Life-changing experience
Check out our student blog OurTRU.ca
Admission to TRU
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English Language Requirements
Transfer Credit
International Admissions will
assess a student’s formal learning
from other accredited post-
secondary institutions
Transfer credit assessment is done
once the student has been
admitted, and submitted official
transcripts and detailed course
outlines
A maximum of 50% of any program
can be completed outside of TRU
TRU will give transfer credit when
ever possible, total will differ
depending on program
Dates + Fees
SEMESTER DATES
Fall: September to December
Orientation Week: last week of August
Winter: January to April
Orientation Week: first week of January
Summer: May to August
Orientation Week: last week of April
Students should apply at least
2-3 months prior to the semester.
Orientation Week is mandatory.
ARRIVAL
Students should arrive at least
two days prior to Orientation Week.
Student should inform their
International Student Advisor of their
arrival date and time.
PROGRAM FEES
Application Fee: CDN $100
Undergraduate:
$6,900/semester (first 12
credits) Additional $500/credit
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma:
$575/credit
General Fees: CDN $500/
semester (includes passes for
bus and aquatic centre)
REFUND POLICY
Note that fees, dates, and
policies are subject to revision
without prior notice.
Prior to payment, refer to
TRU’s tuition fee refund
policies on our website at
truworld.ca
How to Applyhttps://applybc.ca/tru.jsp
Academic Requirements
Admission requirements vary, but all
TRU programs require secondary school
completion for academic admission.
Students may complete Secondary
Completion Diploma at TRU.
Minimum Age
Students must be at least 17 years old.
International Training CentreLanguage and Culture Open Programs
4-week summer, July 4-28, 2017
3-week summer, August 8-25, 2017
3-week winter, February 6-24, 2017
Language and Culture Transition Program
3-week summer, August 8-25, 2017
University Success Program
6-week summer, June 20 to July 29, 2017
BC Offshore School Enhancement Program
4-week summer, July 31 to August 25, 2017
Wild, Wild West Program
3-week summer, August 21 to September 8, 2017
Professional Development Programs
What’s included:
Homestay accommodation
(meals & living costs)
Recreational & cultural activities
Airport pick-up & drop off
TRU campus and City orientation
Free wifi on campus
Support from Advisors
and Instructors
What you will gain:
Improve speaking, listening, and
presentation skills in English!
Improve study skills; lifelong
friendships with students from
around the world
A great Canadian experience!
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Contact UsInternational Admissions
Thompson Rivers University (TRU)
900 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC Canada V2C 0C8
Tel: +1 250.828.5252 | Fax: +1 250.371.5513
Inquiries: [email protected] | Applications: [email protected]
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