Explore at UQAR – Trois-Pistoles: Experience French in the Heart of the Bas-Saint-Laurent
Discover the joy of learning French in a truly authentic francophone setting! The Trois-Pistoles Campus of the Université du Québec à Rimouski (UQAR) offers a university-level Explore program that combines language learning, cultural immersion, and discovery in one of Québec’s most stunning coastal regions.
Nestled in the heart of the Bas-Saint-Laurent, Trois-Pistoles is known for its warm welcome, vibrant community life, and breathtaking St. Lawrence River landscapes. In this fully francophone environment, you’ll take two university-credit courses—one in written French and one in oral French—designed to strengthen your skills and build a solid foundation for your future studies and career. These credits can be recognized by your home institution, allowing you to make academic progress while living an unforgettable experience.
The immersion continues well beyond the classroom. Staying with a local host family, you’ll live and breathe French every day—sharing meals, stories, and community activities in a welcoming environment. Excursions on the St. Lawrence River, hikes in Bic National Park, and local cultural evenings complete a truly human and linguistic experience.

Choosing UQAR in Trois-Pistoles means choosing a university known for its academic excellence, its strong regional roots, and its commitment to inclusivity and diversity. It’s a chance to learn French in an inspiring environment—between river and forest—where every day is a connection, and every word, a discovery.
Live French. Live Trois-Pistoles.