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4.1/5(12 Reviews)Thompson Rivers University is in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. There are 2 campuses under this university. It is home to 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 University accommodation
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
Masters
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
4.1/5
13 Verified Reviews
Student Views (Based on Reviews)
- 62% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Easy going
Liberal
Internships3.4
Part time work4.1
Post study jobs3.9
Quality of faculty4.2
Student Life4.5
Value for money4.2
Public transportation3.9
Safety4.7
Indian Food4
Permanent Immigration4
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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.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1015
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD 65000
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.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1015
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD 23475
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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.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1100
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD
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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.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 650
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD 50650
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Abdullah Saleem
Master of Business Administration - Batch of 2023
Offered by Thompson Rivers University
3.5
Not the best, nor the worst. Beautiful small city, fun-filled university experience.
Tips: TRU isn't a prestigious university, it is however a public university which is comparatively less expensive when compared to others, hence why most people decide to join TRU for the "University" and student life which you might not get in a college. Securing a part-time job may be challenging at first, will have to be patient and give it some time as competition is getting fierce. More and more students are coming to Kamloops with not many new opportunities arising, the same goes with accommodation. Housing rates keep rising. My gentle advice would be; don't come with high expectations, and you won't be disappointed.
Likes (Safety): So far I haven't felt threatened by anyone or any situation. However, there are safety concerns with regard to homeless individuals and so-called "junkies" in certain parts of the city. But they are harmless until and unless teased or disturbed.
Dislikes (Internships): Many programs in TRU do not offer internships. Only Bachelor programs have an option of doing an internship, more commonly known as Co-op. Course loads are quiet hectic for Masters students, whereas PBD courses are rather easier to pass. Course structures are well-designed and the professors are great, with excellent experience and knowledge.
Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1325
Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCAD
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