Are you looking for a real big-city vibe for your studies abroad without having to compromise on high-quality education? Then the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) in Canada is the right choice for you. On a state-of-the-art campus in the heart of the city, you will study alongside students from all over the world and enhance your profile through practice-oriented classes. On our website, you will find all the important information about the university, the city, and more – and learn how your dream of studying abroad at UQAM can become a reality. Who knows – maybe you will soon find yourself in the creative hustle and bustle of the metropolis of Montreal, experiencing one of the most student-friendly cities in North America up close?
Founded in 1969 from the merger of several colleges and universities, the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) is now one of the largest French-speaking universities on the entire North American continent. French-speaking and yet – or perhaps precisely because of this – with international appeal: the Université du Québec à Montréal offers people from all over the world the opportunity to study at the highest university level in French. On the one hand, this is particularly attractive for native French speakers from Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean. At the same time, targeted support services for non-native speakers and individual English-language or bilingual programs also attract students from other parts of the world. The result is a colorful and diverse kaleidoscope on the UQAM campus, with around 30,000 local and 4,000 foreign students from over 90 different countries.
The Université du Québec à Montréal is one of Canada's larger universities and offers a diverse range of more than 300 programs at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels in the fields of arts, communication, education, management, political science and law, natural sciences, health sciences, and humanities. All study programs are characterized by a strong practical focus and gain relevance through activities outside the classroom. With laboratories, production studios, workshops, and studios, UQAM's modern campus offers ideal conditions for practical exercises, experiments, exhibitions, projects, or participation in international competitions. Many of the programs are truly unique to UQAM in terms of their content and pedagogical design. Degree programs such as Contemporary Puppetry, Immersive Media, and Artificial Intelligence in Digital Marketing are not available anywhere else in Canada – and in some cases, not even in North America.
In addition to its teaching, the Université du Québec à Montréal also excels in research. In recent years, the public university has established itself as one of Canada's leading research universities. Its cutting-edge research often focuses on social issues and develops innovative solutions in interdisciplinary teams.
The Université du Québec à Montréal is a thoroughly urban university. Its two main locations – the central campus and the Complexe des sciences Pierre-Dansereau – are located in the heart of Montreal and blend harmoniously into the lively Quartier Latin and Quartier des spectacles neighborhoods.
The central campus is located directly at Montreal's main metro station, Berri-UQAM. It consists of more than ten different buildings, known as pavilions, and is home to a wide variety of disciplines and programs, particularly in the fields of business, social sciences, and the arts. The Complexe des sciences Pierre-Dansereau, with its eight pavilions, is dedicated to the natural sciences, engineering, and technology. The campus facilities at the Université du Québec à Montréal are state-of-the-art. For example, the Judith-Jasmin pavilion in the Latin Quarter offers workshops and studios for art and design students, as well as media studios for journalistic activities. The Complexe des sciences Pierre-Dansereau houses specialized laboratories for scientific experiments and research. In addition to its academic facilities, the UQAM campus offers a wide range of services: affordable cafeterias, sports and cultural activities, well-equipped libraries, and student residences.
In order to provide access to first-class education to students who cannot or do not wish to live directly in Montreal, the Université du Québec à Montréal operates several branch campuses in the Montreal metropolitan area. At its campuses in Lanaudière, Laval, Longueuil, and Montérégie-Ouest, UQAM offers selected study programs, often in a more flexible model, for example in the form of evening or weekend courses.
Montreal, Canada's second-largest city, never stands still. Approximately ten percent of the city's 1.76 million inhabitants are students from 150 countries, and many of the countless attractions and infrastructure in the city are explicitly aimed at a young target group. In keeping with Canada's inclusive mentality, every culture finds its place and visibility in city life. This is particularly evident in the restaurant scene, where you can literally taste the world. The official language is French, but English is also widely spoken – a mix that makes it easy to settle in and gives Montreal an open atmosphere with a distinctive flair. During the warm summer months, life takes place outdoors: pop-up terraces, street concerts, open-air festivals – such as the famous Montreal International Jazz Festival – and street art events spring up everywhere. In winter, on the other hand, it gets cold, but Montreal remains active. People meet up to go ice skating, visit Igloofest, an open-air techno festival in the snow, or go skiing on Mont Royal, Montreal's local mountain in the middle of the city.
Student accommodation in Montreal is available both on and off campus. The Université du Québec à Montréal operates two student residences: the Résidences René-Lévesque and the Saint-Urbain. Places are limited and are allocated on a first come, first served basis. Other popular residential areas for students are the Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mille End, and Côte-des-Neiges neighborhoods. Many students prefer shared accommodation such as flat shares to private studios. Compared to many other large North American cities, Montreal is considered relatively inexpensive in terms of housing and living costs: a room in a flat share costs between CAD 450-650 per month, studios between CAD 700-1000 depending on location. However, this does not mean that finding a good apartment is easy. Competition increases, especially at the start of the semester in late summer.
Munich Business School (MBS) offers you the opportunity to combine studying in Munich with a stay at the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) – all within one program! You can complete your semester abroad at UQAM, more specifically at the École des sciences de la gestion, as part of a bachelor's degree in International Business or a master's degree in International Business, Finance, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, International Marketing and Brand Management, or International Business | Sports Management and Media at MBS. Find out more about our study programs now!
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Have you found a study program that interests you? Then you can easily apply via the MBS application portal. If you meet the necessary academic and language requirements, you will be invited to an interview. It is best to apply early to secure the best chances of studying at both Munich Business School and Université du Québec à Montréal!
Once your application to Munich Business School has been accepted and you have successfully enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program, your studies in Munich will begin. During your first semesters at Munich Business School, you will acquire important business fundamentals, choose your majors and electives based on your degree program and interests, and work on exciting projects together with your fellow students.
The first semesters at Munich Business School are also the ideal time to plan your semester abroad at Université du Québec à Montréal. When you will study abroad at UQAM depends on your degree program and when you started your studies. If you are studying for a bachelor's degree at Munich Business School and started your studies in the fall, your semester abroad will take place in the fourth semester. However, if you started your bachelor's degree in February, you will not go abroad until the sixth semester. For master's students, the semester abroad is scheduled for the third semester.
The MBS International Center is available to assist you in planning your semester abroad at UQAM and will answer all your questions about course selection, housing, and student life.
After successfully completing your first semesters at Munich Business School and finalizing your plans for your semester abroad at Université du Québec à Montréal, you're finally ready to go. Yay, your semester abroad in Montreal is about to begin! Immerse yourself in the new (university) culture, make new friends, soak up everything around you, try new things, and create memories that will last a lifetime! One thing is certain: the experience of studying abroad in Canada will stay with you forever and you will return a new person.
After your semester abroad, you will either return to Munich Business School for one to three more semesters (bachelor's program) or complete your studies with your thesis (master's program).
To qualify for a business degree at Munich Business School and thus also at Université du Québec à Montréal, you must meet certain academic and language requirements. MBS offers several application rounds. It is advisable to apply early, as the number of places is limited.
Studying at Université du Québec à Montréal is a dream for many young adults – and with good reason! At the same time, studying abroad in Canada is a big step that needs to be well planned and financed. To help you with the organization, this FAQ provides answers to frequently asked questions about studying at UQAM.
The Université du Québec à Montréal offers over 300 degree programs in arts, communication, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, law, and economics. Some of these programs are unique in Québec, Canada, and North America. Most programs are taught in French, but some master's and doctoral programs are bilingual or taught in English. If you would like to combine your studies abroad at UQAM with studies at Munich Business School, the language of instruction in Canada has also been French since the 2022/23 academic year. Only at the bachelor's level are there still a few individual courses taught in English.
École des sciences de la gestion (ESG) at Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) is one of the largest and most recognized business schools in Canada. Although it does not appear as an independent institution in global university rankings such as QS or Times Higher Education, it has dual international accreditation from AMBA (Association of MBAs) and BGA (Business Graduates Association). This makes ESG UQAM one of the 300 best business schools worldwide and one of the top four in Canada (source: https://nouvelles.esg.uqam.ca/prix-et-distinctions/lesg-uqam-obtient-une-double-accreditation-internationale-de-lamba-et-de-la-bga/).
Background information on the accreditations:
AMBA is known worldwide for accrediting the best MBA programs, with a focus on educational quality and the impact of the programs on students' personal and professional development.
For its part, the BGA places particular emphasis on sustainable management and corporate social responsibility, while also evaluating the commitment of universities to continuously improve their educational offerings in order to meet the changing demands of the market.
The cost of studying in Québec for international students varies greatly depending on the university and program. As a rough guide, the average annual tuition fees are around 36,100 Canadian dollars (CAD) for international bachelor's students and 21,100 CAD for international master's students. A semester abroad instead of a full degree program in Québec is a cost-effective alternative. If you combine your studies abroad in Québec with a business degree at Munich Business School, there are no additional fees for your semester abroad at the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM).
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