Université de Montréal
Université de Montréal, founded in 1878, is one of Canada’s leading French-language universities and a major centre of research and teaching in Quebec. Its main campus is built on the slopes of Mont Royal, close to the heart of Montreal, with instruction conducted primarily in French.
Why students choose Université de Montréal
- One of the largest French-language research universities in North America.
- Strong programmes across medicine, engineering, sciences, and the humanities.
- Attractive Mont Royal campus setting within easy reach of central Montreal.
- Close ties to affiliated schools such as HEC Montréal and Polytechnique Montréal.
- Opportunity to study and live in a vibrant French-speaking cultural environment.
Campus and location
The main campus climbs the northern slope of Mont Royal, offering green surroundings while remaining well connected to central Montreal by public transit. As a Quebec institution, it operates under the province’s own tuition and immigration rules, and instruction is delivered in French.
What students say
Students commonly describe the international mix on campus as a highlight, with classmates drawn from many countries. Faculty are often praised as knowledgeable and supportive, though some reviews mention that certain large introductory classes make it harder to get individual attention from instructors. A few reviews also note that administrative processes can be slow at times, and that non-native French speakers should expect an adjustment period, though it is generally described as manageable.
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Courses offered
Official website: https://www.umontreal.ca
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