Learning support
Studying at ÉTS is stimulating... and demanding! It's not uncommon to feel the need for help when things get challenging. Student Services (SVE) offer free support to help you succeed.
Individual Consultations
Whether you're just starting your academic journey, looking to improve your performance, or facing difficulties in a course, you can benefit from personalized support with a learning support advisor.
You can seek learning support services if you need help with:
- Facilitating your transition to university
- Better managing your time and avoiding overload
- Enhancing your exam preparation and performance
- Coping with stress and academic pressure
- Improving reading and writing skills
- Balancing work, family, and study
- Boosting concentration and attention strategies
- Maintaining academic motivation
- Managing team projects effectively
Clanche ton étude
Optimize your study habits
If procrastination is setting in and solo studying isn’t working, don’t worry—we have the perfect solution!
Join group study sessions to structure your time, stay motivated, and move forward more efficiently.
When: During midterms and finals.
Where: Maison des étudiant(e)s, Pavilion E, second floor (follow the smell of popcorn!)
On the agenda:
- Discover the Pomodoro technique – A proven method to boost focus.
- Popcorn, coffee, and tea provided – Fuel for your brain!
- Friendly support – Student Services staff will help you build effective strategies.
- Group study – Study together for extra motivation!
Bring your notes, your laptop, or just your good vibes and get ready to study effectively!
Studying has never been so motivating and effective.
Upcoming sessions (in French only)
Toolbox
- Inside the mind of a master procrastinator (vidéo en anglais)
- Use the Jardin app (available in French only) to write in a fun yet effective way using the Pomodoro time management technique. Additionally, check monthly statistics showing your progress and that of other users.
- Use the Chrono app (available in French only) to write in time blocks and geolocate people currently writing around the world and chat with them.
- Human Stress
- A student's guide to managing stress during difficult times (McGill)
- The Petit Bambou app promotes stress and thought management through mindfulness meditation and allows you to take time for yourself every day. You will find a variety of meditations, as well as relaxing stories. Available on Apple and Google Play.
- Memory strategies and learning (Croix-Rouge canadienne)
- Travailler efficacement en équipe aux études postsecondaires Available in French only
- Les travaux en équipe (ULaval) Available in French only
- Prévenir et gérer les conflits dans les travaux en équipe (ULaval) Available in French only
- The non-profit organization Thèsez-vous offers a wide variety of activities and resources to support the writing of a dissertation, thesis, articles, and scholarship applications. You can even participate in writing retreats! Available in French only
- The Polèdre platform, created by education and language didactics professors, aims to support the training of graduate students by offering a space where they will find answers to questions about the scientific approach in the form of video capsules. Available in French only.
Learning Support for Graduate Students
Targeted support is available for master’s and doctoral students to help develop skills for academic success. These services will help you adapt to graduate studies, stay organized, and progress through your study project.
Consultations tailored to the needs of graduate students!
In addition to individual consultations offered to the entire ÉTS student community, graduate students can access tailored appointments that reflect their reality. Between one and five sessions can help you identify challenges and develop the necessary skills.
A specialized advisor is available to help with challenges such as perfectionism, demotivation, impostor syndrome, maintaining life balance, and communication with your supervisor.
Writing Assistance
During tailored consultations, you can also get help to improve your writing process and overcome psychological and organizational barriers.
Our advisor can support you with:
- Planning and organizing writing
- Creating a writing schedule and work plan
- Addressing psychological obstacles
- Overcoming writer’s block
- Applying writing strategies and methodology
- Creating a productive work environment
We also offer virtual workshops and personalized help in written French to support your writing goals.
Virtual Group Workshops
These three-hour online workshops focus on developing your academic writing. Each is independent, so you can attend only those you need.
- From Idea to Action: Plan and write a scientific text with confidence
- Demystifying Engineering Writing Style
- Structuring and Writing Reports, Theses, or Dissertations
- Writing a Thesis Introduction
- Structuring and Writing a Literature Review
- Writing Clearly and Coherently from Sentence to Paragraph
Please note that workshops are in French, but English-speaking students can attend and ask questions in English.
This series of workshops is offered twice per session. Regularly check the events page to see the currently scheduled workshops and to register. Note that you can search by keyword or filter activities related to graduate studies.
Additionally, check the library's calendar (in French only) for writing workshops.
Personalized Assistance in Written French
The Student Services offer individual writing assistance. This service helps identify areas to improve. After submitting your text, you'll receive detailed feedback to:
- Identify and correct linguistic errors (grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax)
- Understand scientific writing style (neutrality, clarity, objectivity)
- Improve coherence and clarity
- Learn about structure and content of scientific texts
Please note that this is not a proofreading service—no changes will be made to the text.
If you have specific questions about writing, you can also make an appointment with our learning support advisor for graduate students.
To access this service, write to soutien.redaction@etsmtl.ca.
NeuroFOCUS Program for Graduate Students
This free group workshop series helps reduce isolation and balance your graduate experience. It includes an hour and a half of physical activity with a kinesiologist, ten to fifteen minutes of guided meditation, and an hour and a quarter of discussion workshops.
Graduate Studies Hub
Do you need other services related to graduate studies? The Graduate Studies Hub is an information hub tailored for master's and doctoral students.
