Quick Facts:Tuition: $4,500.00 Students: 5,400
Address
900 McGill Road
Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8
250-828-5000
Thompson Rivers University
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About Thompson Rivers University
Campus: Facilities, Residence and Location
TRU is situated in Kamloops, in the southern portion of BC. Its main buildings include: The Campus Activity Centre, Culinary Arts, Clocktower, Library, Old Main, International Building, Arts and Education, and BC Center for Open Learning (BCCOL). It is also building a new home for the Aboriginal Services, Student Commons, and the library. This $32 million project, called the “House of Learning” is expected for completion on 2010. The university is also home for student residences, and those who avail of this option can look forward to some of these amenities: Wireless internet access, VOIP telephone (with free voice mail and local calls), Satellite TV, Laundry Facility, Common Lounges (With Couches, Chairs, Tables, A Large Screen TV), Multi-Purpose Room (With Pool Table), Cardio Room, a 24-Hour Surveillance And Front Desk Service. The available rooms offered are Two And Four Bedroom Units, One Bedroom Deluxe Suite, And A One Bedroom Suite.
Student Services and Student Life
The university aims to provide students a myriad of services to help them achieve success in their studies. They include: The Writing Centre, Wellness Centre, University Prep Centre, Supplemental Learning, Registration & Records, Peer Support, Math Help Centre, Financial Aid & Awards, Disability Services, Counselling Centre, Academic Advising, and Aboriginal Services.
Students are highly recommended to join the Thompson Rivers University Students’ Union. Their goal is to protect the student’s rights by advocating better universal health care and upgraded public services while at the same time providing regular student aids, which include: A Handbook And Day Planner, Safety For Campus, Ride Share, Safe Walk, SWAP, Nationwide And Local Discounts, A Housing Registry, A Text Book Exchange For Students, Dental And Health Insurance, Easily Affordable Travel And Access To Public Transit, Assistance For Numerous Student Clubs, An International Student Identity Card, Food Bank, And Tutor Registry. There are also plenty of clubs students can join to. From poker, Geography, Skiing, Russian Speakers to Chemistry and Biochemistry Clubs, students will surely find a place for them to thrive and gain new friends inside the campus.
Those into sports can take advantage of the athletic facilities of the university. The Hillside Stadium, NorBorck Stadium, and Tournament Capital Center are some of the venues for sport events. Their varsity sports teams include the Thompson Rivers WolfPack Women’s basketball, volleyball, badminton, and soccer. The men’s division includes golf, soccer, badminton, basketball, baseball, and volleyball. The Student Union also provides entertainment events for the students. The TRUSU Movie Nights happens every second Wednesday, and students get a chance to enjoy new movies with theme nights. Those who are more into interactive fun can go to Pub Nights every semester or the Common Grounds in the Student’s Union Building. The Last Class Bash is a way for the students to relax and celebrate the end of the year. There are plenty of other organized events, and everyone is encouraged to participate in these activities.
Academic Programs
(General) Bachelor of Arts Degree
Administrative Assistant Certificate
Advanced Certificate in Liberal Arts
Advanced Certificate in Management
Advanced Diploma in Management
Anaesthesia Assistant Post-Diploma
Animal Health Technology Diploma
Animal Health Technology Distance Education (AHTDE) Program
Architectural and Engineering Technology Diploma
Associate of Commerce and Business Administration Diploma
Associate of Science Degree (Several Concentrations)
Automation Electronics Technology (AMET) Diploma
Automotive Service Technician Certificate
Automotive/Heavy Duty Mechanics Certificate
Bachelor of Arts (General Program) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (General Studies) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major in Economic and Political Studies) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major in Economics) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major in English) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major in Geography) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major in History) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major in Mathematics) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major in Philosophy) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major in Sociology) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major in Theatre Arts) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major or Honours in Psychology) Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Major) Degree Programs
Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
Bachelor of Business in Real Estate Degree
Bachelor of Education (Elementary) Degree Program
Bachelor of General Studies Degree
Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) Degree
Bachelor of Health Science (Psychiatric Nursing) Degree
Bachelor of Music (Performance) Degree
Bachelor of Natural Resource Science Degree
Bachelor of Science (General Program) Degree
Bachelor of Science (Major in Biology/Life Science) Degree
Bachelor of Science (Major in Computing Science) Degree
Bachelor of Science (Major in Mathematical Sciences) Degree
Bachelor of Science (Major in Mathematics) Degree
Bachelor of Science (Major in Physics) Degree
Bachelor of Science Degree in General Science
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree
Bachelor of Social Work Degree (BSW)
Bachelor of Technology (Computing) Degree
Bachelor of Technology (Technology Management) Degree
Bachelor of Technology (Trades and Technology Leadership) Degree
Bachelor of Technology in Applied Computing Science Degree
Bachelor of Tourism Management Degree
Bachelor of Tourism Management Degree
BSc (Biology Related Major and Honours) Degree Programs
BSc (Major in Chemistry or Environmental Chemistry) Degrees
Canadian Mountain and Ski Guide Diploma
Certificate in Business Skills
Certificate in General Studies
Certificate in Information Technology
Certificate in Management Studies
Community and School Support Certificate
Computer Systems: Operations and Management Diploma
Computerized Manufacturing Technology Diploma
Culinary Arts Upgrading Program
Digital Art and Design Diploma
Diploma in Information Technology and Management
Early Childhood Education Diploma
Early Childhood Education Post-Diploma Certificate
Education and Skills Training Certificate
Electrical Trade Entry Certificate
English As A Second Language Programs
Events and Convention Management Diploma
First Year (Core) Electronics Certificate
Forestry Transfer Program (UBC)
General Educational Development Tests
Heavy Duty Mechanics/Commercial Transport Mechanics Trade Entry Certificate
Home Support Attendant Certificate
Home Support/Resident Care Attendant Certificate
Horticulture and Management Diploma
Joinery Trade Entry (Cabinetmaking) Certificate
Learning Facilitators' Certificate
Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
Physical Education University Transfer Program
Piping Trade Entry Certificate
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Business Administration
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Liberal Arts
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Administration
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Journalism
Post-Baccalaureate Diplomas in Business (Several Options)
Post-Diploma Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Degree
Power Sports and Marine Equipment Technician Certificate
Pre-Naturopathic Medicine Program
Pre-Pharmaceutical Sciences Program
Pre-Veterinary Medicine Program
Primary Care/Rural Nursing Specialty Program
Public Safety Communications Certificate
Registered Nurse Refresher Certificate
Residential Construction Certificate
Resort and Hotel Management Diploma
Retail Meat Processing Certificate
Social Service Worker Certificate
Sports Event Management Diploma
Telecommunications and Networking Technology (TNET) Diploma
University Preparation (including Adult Basic Education) Programs
Off-Campus Living
Students who plan to live outside the campus can go to the Upper College Heights Residence and Apartments, Homes 4 Students, My Ideal Home, Roommate Wanted, and The Kelson Group.
Kamloops Information
Kamloops is a city in south central British Columbia, Canada. Kamloops has been dubbed the Tournament Capital of Canada and, as such, has hosted some world class events; Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, Skate Canada, World Fly Fishing Championships, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and World Junior Hockey Championships.
Major Kamloops-area industries include primary resource processing such as Domtar Kamloops' Pulp Mill, Tolko-Heffley Creek Plywood and Veneer, LaFarge Cement, and Highland Valley Copper Mine.
While situated in a semi-arid valley, Kamloops has winters that are generally mild and very short with an occasional cold snap where temperatures can drop to around -30°C, while the average July maximum temperature is 28.3°C.