Université du Québec (réseau / network)

  • 475, rue du Parvis, Québec, QC, G1K 9H7view map
  • (418) 657-3551
  • (418) 657-2132
  • www.uquebec.ca

Fact Sheet

  • 1968
  • University
  • Comprehensive
  • French

What the Students Say

Five Things:

  1. Strong emphasis on research, regional development
  2. Students can register at one site and study at another
  3. More than 500 programs offered (majority in French)
  4. Many foreign students; co-op programs allow studies abroad
  5. Canada's largest university network, comprised of six main campuses and three research centres

Courses With Kudos

Engineering, Sciences, Urban Studies, Education, Communications, Marine Sciences, Business, Marketing, Political Science

Student Sound Offs

"It's a university of the people -- colourful, diversified, friendly, open-spirited, with freedom of expression."

"Most professors work actively in their field, and connect their real-life work experiences to their theoretical teaching."

"The associations with the other campuses of the university means you can have a personally tailored education, rich in experiences."

"The dynamism of UQ-Montreal is extraordinary! It's lively and professors are stimulating and accessible."

"People are very lively and open, there's lots of activities organized by the student associations and groups."

"I love the location of my school [in Montreal]... It's easy to get around, and it's near theatres and festivals."

"The fact that UQ-Outaouais is a small university means students get to know each other quickly. The many organized activities also bring people together. You feel connected on campus, and there's always a sense of security."

"The residences are awesome and cheap."

"There are a lot of research labs, quite accessible, that do excellent research work, quite interesting and applicable."

"Most of the professors are young (28 to 40 years), they're easy to approach; they get their students thinking and include them in discussions."


Student survey results and additional indicators

For: Université du Québec (réseau / network)
Institution size classification: Large   (see the methodology)

    Notes
  1. No survey data available
  2. Other data sources: latest available data shown
  3. All letter grade results are student satisfaction data

Legend

Canadian University Report - Student Survey
 

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Overall Student Satisfaction

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Overall Satisfaction N/A B

Quality of Teaching

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Overall Quality of Teaching and Learning N/A B+
Out-of-Class Communication Between Students and Instructors N/A B
Academic Reputation of Faculty Members N/A B+

Academic Resources

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Ease of Course Registration Process N/A B
Number of Courses to Choose From N/A B+

Campus Atmosphere

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Sense of Community on Campus N/A B-
Sense of Community Within Your Faculty N/A B
Sense of Personal Safety and Security N/A B+

Class Size

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Class Size N/A B
Average # of Students in First Year Class N/A 247
Percentage of First Year Classes taken with < 30 Students N/A 9%
Percentage of First Year Classes taken with 30-100 students N/A 25%
Percentage of First Year Classes taken with 100+ Students N/A 66%
Percentage of Fourth Year Classes taken with < 30 Students N/A 27%
Percentage of Fourth Year Classes taken with 30-100 students N/A 52%
Percentage of Fourth Year Classes taken with 100+ Students N/A 21%

Technology

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Speed of On-Campus Internet Connection N/A B-
Availability of Computers On-Campus N/A B
Access to Course / Teaching Materials On-Line N/A B+
Labs and Research Equipment N/A B

Physical Infrastructure

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Classrooms and Lecture Halls N/A B-
Student Residences N/A B
General Attractiveness of Buildings N/A B
Physical Fitness, Sports and Recreational Facilities N/A B+

Libraries

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Availability of Books / Articles / Periodicals N/A B+
Study Spaces in the Library N/A B-
Library Hours of Operation N/A A-

Employment

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Relevance and Acquisition of Knowledge and Skills Needed for Future Career N/A B
Reputation of the University Among Employers N/A B+
Co-op / Internship Opportunities N/A B-
Career and Employment Services N/A B

Off Campus

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
The City or Town in Which the Institution is Located N/A B+
Quality of Public Transportation N/A B
Variety and Quality of Cultural and Sports Activities and Events N/A B+
Affordability and Quality of Places to Hang Out Like Restaurants, Bars, clubs or Coffee Shops N/A B
Availability and Affordability of Off-Campus Housing N/A C

Athletics

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Recreational and Athletic Programs and Services N/A A-
Percentage of Students Using Campus Recreation and Athletic Programs and Services N/A 67%

Student Services

Results for: All fields of study Results Average
Academic Support Services (e.g. Writing Clinics, Learning and Study Skill Workshops) N/A B
Academic Counselling and Advising Services N/A B
Campus Bookstore N/A B
Services for International Students N/A B+