Program Overview

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University Programs and Admission

The University of Sherbrooke offers a wide range of programs and courses for students.

Program Details

• The university provides various domains of study, including:
  • Communication and marketing
  • Law and politics
  • Environment and earth sciences
  • Engineering
  • Management and economic sciences
  • Letters and languages
  • Music and arts
  • Aid relationships
  • Physical activity sciences
  • Health and medical sciences
  • Life sciences
  • Educational sciences and teaching
  • Human sciences
  • Computer sciences
  • Pure sciences

Program Structure

• The programs are divided into cycles:
  • 1st cycle
  • 2nd cycle
  • 3rd cycle and postdoctoral stage
  • International mobility

Admission Process

• The admission process involves several steps:
  1. Validate eligibility
  2. Choose a program
  3. Plan the application
  4. Submit the application
  5. Track the application
• Additional information is provided for:
  • Linguistic requirements
  • International applications
  • Quick links for admission
  • Admission guide

Costs and Financial Aid

• The university provides information on:
  • Tuition fees
  • Additional fees
  • Living expenses
  • Budget tool
  • Payment deadlines
  • Scholarships and financial aid

Why Choose the University of Sherbrooke

• The university offers:
  • Guidance for success
  • Internships
  • Pedagogical methods
  • Campus life
  • Inclusive climate
  • The Vert & Or
  • Sustainable development
  • The city of Sherbrooke
  • Research and excellence

Meeting the University

• The university provides opportunities to:
  • Settle in Sherbrooke
  • Consultation services
  • Open houses
  • Salon of higher studies
  • Information sessions
  • Cap on UdeS day
  • UdeS on tour
  • Who can help?

Specific Program: GCI609 - Introduction to Professional Practice

Presentation

• This course is part of the 1st cycle.
• It is worth 2 credits.
• It is offered by the Faculty of Engineering.
• The course is available in the autumn trimester of 2026.

Training Objectives

• The course aims to:
  • Know the problems, methodologies, and constraints specific to civil engineering and building functions.
  • Understand teamwork techniques.
  • Use writing to communicate the content of works associated with engineering practice.

Content

• The course covers:
  • History of civil engineering
  • Anatomy of works
  • Profession of civil engineer and building engineer
  • Lessons from major projects
  • Public safety and standards
  • Training of civil engineers
  • Theoretical and practical training in teamwork
  • Communication in engineering: language knowledge, orthographic correction, information research, electronic communication, technical notes, visit and meeting reports

Programs Offering This Course

• The course is part of the:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
  • Bachelor's degree in building engineering