Faculty of Environmental Design

Université de Montréal – Faculty of Environmental Design Student Support

Specialized support for students shaping the spaces, cities, and environments of tomorrow.

The Faculté de l’aménagement at the Université de Montréal is a hub for creative thinkers, urban visionaries, and environmental problem-solvers. Whether you're studying architecture, urban planning, industrial design, or landscape architecture, you're engaging in programs that merge technical knowledge with bold artistic expression and social relevance.

At Bouyela Education Corporation, we understand the unique challenges and expectations of students in design and planning fields. Our dedicated support services are tailored to meet the academic, creative, and professional needs of students in the Faculty of Environmental Design.

🎓 Admissions & Academic Planning

Navigating creative programs requires more than just meeting academic prerequisites. We support students with:

• Application assistance for undergraduate and graduate design programs

• Portfolio preparation and presentation guidance

• Personalized advising on program pathways, course selection, and interdisciplinary options

• Academic planning for students transitioning from CEGEP, international institutions, or other universities

🛠️ Project-Based Learning & Studio Support

Design programs are intensive and hands-on. We help students manage and excel in studio-based learning through:

• Time and workload management strategies

• Peer collaboration tips and conflict resolution support

• Feedback coaching for critiques and project presentations

• Support navigating software, tools, and resource centers (e.g., fabrication labs, workshops)

💰 Financial Aid & Scholarship Support

Creative studies often come with added costs (materials, software, travel). We assist with:

• Applying for AFE and UdeM-specific scholarships

• Guidance on financial aid specific to environmental design and architecture students

• Budgeting support for managing tuition, living expenses, and project-related costs

🏠 Housing & Life in Montreal

The design faculty is located on UdeM’s vibrant main campus, surrounded by neighborhoods ideal for students. We help with:

• Finding affordable housing near the campus (Côte-des-Neiges, Outremont, Plateau)

• Lease reviews and relocation advice for out-of-province and international students

• Tips for navigating Montreal’s transit system and cultural life

🌍 International & French-Language Student Support

Many students in the Faculty of Environmental Design come from abroad or study in French as a second language. We provide:

• Language support and resources for technical vocabulary in design and architecture

• Help understanding academic expectations in a French-language context

• Visa, CAQ, and immigration support for international students

• Cultural integration assistance, including connecting with design-related networks

💼 From the Studio to the Workplace

Design education is deeply connected to practice. Bouyela Education helps students at UdeM’s Faculty of Environmental Design bridge the gap between school and the professional world.

🎯 Career-Focused Program Guidance

• Strategic course selection to build in-demand competencies

• Support in choosing minors, concentrations, or certificate programs that enhance employability

• Insights into how to link academic projects with real-world urban, social, and environmental issues

💼 Portfolio & Career Development

• One-on-one portfolio development coaching for job and grad school applications

• CV, cover letter, and LinkedIn support tailored for design and architecture careers

• Interview prep for studios, firms, and public sector roles in Canada and abroad

🧑‍💼 Internships, Networking & Job Search

• Assistance finding and applying to internships, co-op programs, and professional experiences

• Guidance on Quebec and Canadian job markets in architecture, urban planning, and design

• Connections to alumni, professional associations, and events like design weeks and exhibitions

🧠 Academic & Personal Success

• Support balancing creative work, deadlines, and academic responsibilities

• Access to tutoring, time management coaching, and wellness resources

• Mental health referrals, burnout prevention strategies, and peer support services

📍 Programs Covered in the Faculty Include:

• Architecture

• Landscape Architecture

• Urban Planning

• Industrial Design

• Environmental Design

• Interior Design

• Heritage Conservation

🔑 Your Success in Design Starts Here

Pursuing your studies in the Faculté de l’aménagement means thinking differently, solving real-world challenges, and learning to see the built environment as a canvas for change. At Bouyela Education Corporation, we provide the guidance and personalized support you need to thrive creatively, academically, and professionally—from your first sketch to your first job.