Study in Canada (in English) - ISEP Exchange
Thompson Rivers University is located in Kamloops, British Columbia, overlooking the junction of the North and South Thompson Rivers. Kamloops and TRU are located on the traditional lands of the Secwepemc peoples. The region is known for spectacular natural landscapes and outdoor recreation such as hiking, fishing, skiing and cycling. The Canadian Rockies and several National Parks are also only a short drive away. Kamloops is one of the sunniest cities in Canada, and enjoys mild winters.
TRU is a comprehensive, learner-centered, environmentally responsible institution that serves its communities through high quality education, training, research and scholarship. With approximately 14,000 full-time students and more than 2,600 international students, TRU offers individualized student services and a diverse, inclusive campus environment.
ISEP students immerse themselves in Canadian culture by taking university classes with local students and living with a local homestay family. The university has an active student body, and ISEP students can participate in sports teams, cultural activities and student groups.
Course Description
Students can review the wide variety of degree programs offered at Thompson Rivers University through their Academic Program webpage. Be sure to look at programs that are offered in-person (not OL for online) and at the Kamloops campus.
TRU is an excellent option for students looking for English as a Second Language (ESL) courses. These courses are included as part of ISEP benefits. Students may study ESL full-time, or combine ESL courses with regular university courses. Please see Academic Conditions for more details.
Credits Earned:
Students must enroll in 9 credits to be considered full-time and can enroll in up to a maximum of 15 credits. Courses are generally 3 credits (equivalent to 3 US credits or 6 ECTS). Students can expect to enroll in 3 - 5 courses during a semester and can expect to receive 12 - 15 US credits or 24 - 30 ECTS.
Sample Classes Available:
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English as a Second Language (Beg, Int, Adv for most classes) |
International Business |
Chemistry |
Tourism Management |
Psychology |
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Grammar |
International Trade Finance |
Chemical Bonding and Organic Chemistry |
Tourism and Services Marketing |
Introduction to Psychology |
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Oral Communication |
Cross-Cultural Management |
Structure, Bonding and Spectroscopy |
Organizational Leadership in Tourism |
Research Methods in Psychology |
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Reading/Study Skills |
Global Entrepreneurship |
Atmospheric Environmental Chemistry |
Financial Operations Control in Tourism |
Analysis of Psychological Data |
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Composition |
Doing Business in Emerging Markets |
Physical Chemistry |
People, Places and the Toured Landscape |
Psychiatric Clinical Disorders |
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Vocabulary for Academic English |
Global Management |
Introduction to Biochemistry |
Environmental Issues in the Tourism Industry |
Human Neuropsychology |
Thompson Rivers University
TRU has approximately 14,000 full-time students on campus and more than 2,600 international students in Kamloops. The campus is situated on a plateau overlooking the city and the North and...
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Academics
Other Academic Conditions
Students Arrive: First week of January, Last week of August
Classes Start: First week of January, First week of September
Classes End: First week of April, Last week of November
Exams: First and Second week of April, First and Second week of December
Tips for Finding Courses:
Students should first review the various programs offered at TRU through their Program Search page. Click on the name of the degree program for more information about the degree. Make sure to only select programs offered in-person at the Kamloops campus.
On each degree page there is a tab detailing requirements for the program. Under ‘Program Requirements’ students can see what courses are offered in the degree. However, these tend to be course numbers, rather than names of courses.
Next, use the Course Schedule page to review what courses are offered each semester and check the names of each course. Select ‘View the campus course schedule’ and then choose the Term (will only list past and current terms, not future terms). Select either the Fall term (September – December) or Winter term (January – May). Once a term is selected, input the Kamloops campus, and the subject and/or course number.
“OL Division” online courses are not available to ISEP students. Additionally, any course that ends with a “1” in the course code is also an online course, and not available. On-campus courses end with a “0” in the course code (ex. BBUS 3810).
The same courses are offered each Fall/Spring, so viewing past semesters can be a good indicator of what courses will be offered during your term of study at TRU.
Click on the course title for class details including credit hours, instructional method, prerequisites, etc.
Additionally, detailed course descriptions are available on TRU’s Course webpage.
Course Restrictions:
The following programs are not available to ISEP students: Education, nursing, computing sciences, applied technology programs (respiratory therapy, animal health technology), engineering and faculty of law courses. Students cannot take courses at the Williams Lake campus and must choose courses at the Kamloops campus.
Students can only select courses within the Adventure Tourism Program for third and fourth year, and there are additional course fees for which the student is responsible (approx. $600 - $900 CAD).
English Language Proficiency Requirements at TRU
Non-native English speakers are required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS English Exam to study at TRU. The minimum required score for 'Direct entry into academic programs' is 88 for the TOEFL ibt (minimum 20 subscores) or 6.5 for the IELTS (minimum 6.0 sections). If you submit scores below this, you may be required to enroll in part-time or full-time TRU's English for Academic Purposes program (ESL courses). The minimum required score to enroll in EAP Level 3 is 61 for the TOEFL ibt and 5.0 for the IELTS. EAP level 4 & 5 have slightly higher requirements. Students will also have the opportunity to take an English placement exam upon arrival at TRU. If you score higher on the TRU placement exam than your TOEFL/IELTS scores, you may be permitted to enroll in regular university courses. The host university ultimately determines your language level and course eligibility. Please see TRU's English Language Proficiency Requirements Chart for specific requirements for each level.
Please note that while ESL courses are included in ISEP benefits, ESL courses are considered pre-undergraduate level and do not count toward any academic credit at TRU. The TRU transcript will record ESL grades with the number of credits, but it is at the discretion of your home university if these courses count towards academic credit.
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