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4/5(13 Reviews)Thompson Rivers University is located in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. In total, there are 2 campuses under this university. Home to a total of 4,579 international students, Thompson Rivers University offers various streams, such as Engineering, Business & Management Studies, IT & Software, Science, Medicine & Health Sciences, etc. A few of the specializations offered at this university are Computer Science, Finance, Human Resources, Agriculture, Sales & Marketing. The male-to-female ratio at Thompson University is 1:1.2.
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Kamloops Campus Location & contact
900 McGill Road Kamloops, BC, Canada V2C 0C8
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| University City | Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada |
| Size of city | Small |
| Population of City | 90,280 |
Thompson Rivers University accommodation
Thompson Rivers University (TRU) Accommodation
On-campus accommodation options are available for international students at Thompson Rivers University. Housing details of TRU Canada are given below.
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Thompson Rivers University (TRU) Accommodation
On-campus accommodation options are available for international students at Thompson Rivers University. Housing details of TRU Canada are given below.
North Tower
- Here, students can get access to premium amenities like cardio room, games room, dance studio, etc
McGill Residence
- This community is good for students who want to experience an active, close-knit communal experience
- This residence has amenities like games room, laundry, kitchen and study room
Off-Campus Facilities
- Students can live at East Village and experience off-campus living, with the convenience of on-campus living
- At East Village, students can live in suites and apartments
- Students can also go for off-campus residences like studio apartments, student-purpose residences, 2-bedroom apartments
There are two campuses of TRU Canada namely Kamloops and Williams Lake Campus. Kamloops is the main campus of Thompson Rivers University. There are regional centres of TRU as well.
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On-Campus Accommodation
AVAILABLE- There are 300 self-contained rooms in housing units within three buildings on campus
- TRU Residence includes:
- Double bed
- Phone
- Television
- High speed internet
- 24-hour front desk reception
- Security car
- There are 300 self-contained rooms in housing units within three buildings on campus
- TRU Residence includes:
- Double bed
- Phone
- Television
- High speed internet
- 24-hour front desk reception
- Security card access
- Regular, planned social activities
- Common lounges and larger kitchen areas on alternate floors
- Lobby, patio, games room and large common area on first floor
- 24-hour fitness area
- Storage and laundry facilities
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Bachelors
Accommodation Expense- On-campus housing:tru.ca/future/housing/residences...
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Off-Campus Accommodation
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- The average rent varies between 1050 to 1150 CAD/month
- The residence type includes student purpose residence, studio apartments, 2 bedroom apartments
- The student residences are fully furnished with a
- The average rent varies between 1050 to 1150 CAD/month
- The residence type includes student purpose residence, studio apartments, 2 bedroom apartments
- The student residences are fully furnished with all the basic amenities such as TV services, phone lines and high-speed internet included in the rent
- In-suite laundry facility is also available
Kamloops Campus ratings & reviews
4/5
13 Verified Reviews
Vibe of Campus
- Academically oriented
- Easy going
- Friendly
- Sporty
Student Views
- 62% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.3
Part time work4
Post study jobs3.8
Quality of faculty4
Student Life4.4
Value for money4.1
Public transportation3.8
Safety4.7
Indian Food4.1
Permanent Immigration4.1
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Orkopriya Chowdhury
Bachelor of Business Administration - Batch of 2025
Offered by Thompson Rivers University
4.3
Friendly and well-established public university.
Tips: Students should know that being on campus is the best way to get to know about the University as well as the cultural gap and the environment. Campus like Thompson River University East Village and McGill Residence are among the best. Make sure you are paced with clothes as they are definitely cheaper than the North American market.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): The immigration system involves two options such as Express Entry and BC PNP which is a provincial nomination. Those who came after 12th won't qualify for the Express entry option as you need at least an undergraduate degree to apply for permanent residence.
Dislikes (Quality of faculty): Most of the business faculty is top notch but the accounting department lacks a lot of quality. My major is accounting for the third year. The faculty is not the best as compared to the business department.
But I do recommend accounting in general as there are many job options in Kamloops itself.
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024Read More
Kunwar Bhanu Prakash Verma
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Marketing - Batch of 2024
Offered by Thompson Rivers University
4.4
Friendly campus & multicultural college.
Tips: I prepared few items as a PDF before coming Kamloops. The resume should be according to the Canadian market. It will give students a head up to find part-time positions. - You can work as many hours as you want if you work on campus.
Likes (Safety): Close proximity to law enforcement offices. Panic/Alarm system near campus for emergencies. Public transportation till late night (1 Am in Summer/ 1130 PM winters). Campus services have been improved over the last 2 years with options like Kami Cabs, Ride and Yellow Cabs. The services can be pre-booked.
Dislikes (Internships): Students have the option for Co-op in which you will first pay for the course after that once they get the job offer they will be paying again. A platform will be provided to look for internships and specific jobs. -The co-op course teaches you about mock interviews, cover letters and resume building with job fairs all according to the Canadian market.
Reviewed on 31 May 2024Read More
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Hiteshi Chouhan
Master of Business Administration - Batch of 2025
Offered by Thompson Rivers University
3.3
Do research about the college and the course thoroughly.
Tips: Before you join this college, do a thorough research on the college and the course you want to take. The city is good for growth during college years, and it's affordable. Make a plan for moving out after graduation. The professors are strict and set in their ways, and it's hard to get them to understand your challenges, especially if you're an international student.
Likes (Student Life): There are many activities and clubs to participate in at Thompson Rivers University. There are also many volunteer opportunities on and off campus, which can help students network. However, there is little to no help provided by the university for students who want to find employment after graduation. This is a serious problem, especially for MBA students, who should have access to co-op opportunities.
Dislikes (Quality of faculty): The quality of the faculty is very low. The professors are old and have not kept up with the times. They don't value your opinion and have horrible grading practices. Out of the 16 courses I have taken, only two professors have been bearable. The professors may be experts in their fields, but they are not good teachers.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2024Read More
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Azeem Khan
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Applied Data Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by Thompson Rivers University
3.7
I personally like town life that is the reason I chose this college.
Tips: One should be prepared to adapt to everything. You are coming here to become successful. You have to bring tremendous change in your personality and lifestyle to achieve it. The weather is not that bad here as compared to other cities of Canada. Small town-like vibe with friendly neighbours.
Likes (Part time work): I rated Part time job 5 because I got the job within 10 days. Moreover, almost every International student I met in Kamloops has a job so that won't be an issue for anyone who is planning to come to TRU. Minimum wage in Kamloops (British Columbia ) is the highest among all the provinces in Canada.
Dislikes (Public transportation): We only have bus services as our primary mode of transportation. While it is cost effective it lacks reliability. Depending on the bus alone to get you to your destination in time is a bit challenging. To ensure punctuality it is advisable to take at least 30 minds of buffer. It gets worse in winter due to snowfall and blocked roads.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2023Read More
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Sakshi Gaikwad
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resource Management - Batch of 2025
Offered by Thompson Rivers University
3.5
Serene surroundings, Home away from home.
Tips: If you love small towns you should choose this place.
Everyone knows everyone which sometimes is annoying. There is rarely anything to do.
However, it is a beautiful place.
Personally, I love big cities as it might give you more exposure but if you want peace and good scenic beauty Kamloops is a beautiful place.
Likes (Safety): Safety depends on the preferred location one stays.
According to me, it is safe as I stay in on-campus residence.
But if you are mature to take care of yourself you are good. I faced a safety issue with one of my roommates when I stayed off campus which made me change my accommodation to on campus.
Dislikes (Internships): There are campus job fairs.
There is very limited job opportunities in my domain.
So, I may consider relocating after my studies.
It has very less jobs in Human resources which is what I have observed so far. However if one is smart enough they can land a decent job.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2024Read More
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