Thompson Rivers University, Canada

The university is one of the largest public institutions in Canada, offering over 200 programs, including graduate and undergraduate degrees, certificates, preparatory programs, and ESL (English as a Second Language) courses, as well as online education. It is recognized by the government as one of the largest comprehensive universities in Canada.

Type: Public        Founded: 1970        Total Students: 14,000        International Students: 3,000        Class Size: 31 students per class        Over 200 programs, including 60         online programs        Staff: Over 2,000        Full-Time Faculty: 400        Address: 805 TRU Way,                       Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8,                     Canada (Map)        Website: https://www.tru.ca/

Geographical Location:

The school has 2 main campuses located in the south of British Columbia:

• Kamloops Campus: 250-hectare campus. Located in the southwest of the city, 1.5 hours from Kelowna, 3.5 hours from Vancouver, 45 minutes flight to Vancouver and about a day's drive to Calgary, Prince George, Victoria or Seattle

• William Lake Campus: Situated in the heart of Cariboo, this campus features modern facilities, smaller class sizes, and lower costs.

Core Industries: Transportation & Logistics, Healthcare, Forestry, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Retail, Mining, Tourism, High Technology, Green Energy.

Temperature:

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• Average Summer Temperature: 27°C, with many days reaching above 30°C.
• Average Spring Temperature: The second warmest in Canada, averaging 9°C.
• Lowest Temperature: -5°C

- Advantages of Thompson Rivers University, Canada:

• Since August 1, 2018, Thompson Rivers University has been accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) for associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees, meeting the standards and policies of NWCCU. It is the third institution in the province to receive this accreditation, achieving it within three years of application.
• Co-op Program: One of the highlights of Thompson Rivers University, offering students opportunities to gain practical work experience while studying. The Co-op program provides several benefits:
• Accumulating real-world work experience
• Earning additional income to cover living expenses
• Expanding professional networks that can support future career opportunities