University of Calgary (reviews)

The university is large, well laid out, and creates a friendly environment for learning. Teachers are educated, respectful, and know how to keep classes fun and interesting. I like how there is support for students and you learn inside and out of the classroom. I always enjoy coming to class and would recommend this program to future students.

The Arts programs are generally underfunded in this university. In my first year I had full semesters but in the next two years the competition to get into the courses needed to complete this degree got worse. In general there isn’t a lot of options per semester for available courses. You usually end up waiting for the course you want to take to complete its rotation and then if you’re late by an hour to enroll you will be stuck in the waitlist. If you want to get your bachelors completed under 4 years this is not the place for you.

About professors. Half of them use AI, some boast about how you have to get with the times. This may be a popular theme in other universities, however, the quality of feedback and course work dramatically diminishes once your professors use AI.

Academic advisors couldn’t care less about you, and will often redirect you to student services for course concerns.

Overall, if I could go back in time and choose where I wanted to do my bachelors in English I would not choose UofC.

My master’s experience at University of Calgary was extremely positive and academically enriching. It is a highly respected research-intensive university, and that reputation is clearly reflected in both its academic environment and research output.

One of the strongest aspects of the university is its commitment to research. As a student working in artificial intelligence and machine learning, I had access to a strong research ecosystem, including modern computational resources, relevant coursework, and opportunities to engage in meaningful research projects. The university encourages independent thinking and innovation, which helped me develop both theoretical understanding and practical skills in AI.

The faculty members were another major highlight of my experience. The professors were not only knowledgeable in their respective fields but also very supportive and approachable. They were always willing to guide students, provide feedback, and discuss ideas beyond the classroom. This supportive environment made a big difference in my academic growth and confidence, especially while working on research topics.

The curriculum was well-structured and aligned with current industry and research trends in machine learning and data science. It balanced theory and application effectively, allowing me to gain hands-on experience while also building a strong conceptual foundation.

Overall, my time at the University of Calgary helped me grow as a researcher and prepared me well for advanced research work. It is an excellent choice for anyone interested in pursuing graduate studies, particularly in fields like AI and machine learning, due to its strong research culture and supportive academic community.

I like how much effort the professors put into the education, the campus is easy to navigate, and there are so many opportunities to get involved on campus. It is also in a really nice area of the city so there is many things around as well.