About The University of Alberta

The University of Alberta is a public research university. The University was established in 1908 and is located in Edmonton, Albert in Canada. The University is considered a “Comprehensive academic and research university” (CARU). It means that the university offers a wide spectrum of academic and professional programs at undergraduate and graduate level and has a strong research focus.

The University of Alberta is a major economic driver in Alberta area. It is a leading educational institution for the study of Ukraine. Also, it is home to the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian studies. The university has graduated more than 285,000 alumni. The University has four campuses in Edmonton- the Augustana Campus in Camrose, a staff centre in downtown Calgary. .

Why university of Alberta:

Besides top rankings, unique experiences and a magnificent location, there are many reasons why to study at University of Alberta:

Research:

The research department of University of Alberta is receiving funding from CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC. The University is an internationally regarded research institution and receives over $514 million external research funding each year.

Study Abroad:

With University of Alberta’s Education abroad program, students can study or work in more than 110 countries around the globe during their study program.

Academic and teaching Rankings:

The university has been ranked 102-149 in the world and 5th in Canada. The 2020 QS World University Rankings has ranked the university 112th in the world and 4th in Canada. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings has ranked the University 131st in the world and 5th in Canada.

Employment ranking:

Besides the academic and teaching ranking in the world, the university has also been ranked according to the employment prospects of its students. The QS’s 2019 graduate employability ranking the University of Alberta has been ranked 87th in the world and 3rd in Canada.