Program Overview

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University Programs

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

Program Categories

• 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 university's programs are divided into three cycles:

• 1st cycle: undergraduate programs
• 2nd cycle: master's programs
• 3rd cycle: doctoral programs and postdoctoral studies

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the university, students must follow these steps:

• Validate their eligibility
• Choose a program
• Plan their application
• Submit their application
• Track their application The university also considers international applications and has specific requirements for them.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees vary depending on the student's residency status:

• Quebec residents
• Canadian students outside of Quebec
• French students
• Belgian francophone students
• International students Additional fees may apply, including fees for affiliation, subsistence, and other expenses.

Financial Aid

The university offers various forms of financial aid, including:

• Admission scholarships for undergraduate students
• Scholarships for graduate and postdoctoral students
• Government programs
• Student jobs

Why Choose the University of Sherbrooke

The university offers:

• Supervision for success
• Internships
• Pedagogical methods
• Campus life
• Inclusive climate
• Green and gold (school colors)
• Sustainable development
• Adopted city
• Research and excellence

Meeting the University

Prospective students can:

• Settle in Sherbrooke
• Consult the advisory service
• Attend open houses
• Visit the higher education fair
• Attend information sessions
• Participate in the "Cap on UdeS" day
• Meet the university on tour
• Ask for help

University Facilities

The university has several faculties, centers, and institutes, including:

• Faculty of Law
• School of Management
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering
• Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences
• Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Physical Activity Sciences
• Centers and institutes

Services

The university offers various services, including:

• Libraries and archives
• Cultural center
• Sports center
• Foundation
• Financial resources
• Human resources
• Internships and professional development
• All services

Media

The university has:

• Media relations
• News and events
• Social media directory

Course Description

One of the courses offered is POL228 - Crises and Humanitarian Action.

Presentation

This course is not available at the moment.

Summary

• Cycle: 1st cycle
• Credits: 3 credits
• Faculty or center: Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences
• Particularities: Course open to all

Training Objectives

The objectives of this course are to:

• Understand the functioning of the humanitarian system
• Acquire a critical spirit in the face of the impact of disasters on human development
• Develop practical skills related to the execution of humanitarian projects
• React and intervene in debates surrounding humanitarian aid issues

Content

The course covers the role of different international actors in preparation, humanitarian response, and reconstruction. It analyzes the process related to humanitarian crises caused by conflicts or natural disasters and examines the causes of humanitarian crises, the challenges of militarizing humanitarian aid, and new humanitarian trends.

Equivalent

REL218

Programs Offering This Course

This course is offered in the following programs:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental studies
• Bachelor's degree in applied political studies
• Certificate in international cooperation
• Certificate in international relations
• Certificate in political studies