NeuroFOCUS Program
The NeuroFOCUS program combines technology, healthy lifestyle habits and proven learning strategies.
We are increasingly bombarded with a multitude of stimuli that are constantly interfering with our ability to concentrate. The university years are no exception to this reality. In fact, university often represents a student’s first exposure to the art of juggling multiple schedules and deadlines while maintaining a healthy balance with physical and mental health.
Students must learn how to manage their time wisely, plan their sessions effectively and overcome procrastination and stress. This important period in their lives has a major impact on their mental health.
At ÉTS, the success of our students is a top priority, but above all, we want them to leave here with the conviction that they possess everything they need to achieve all of their dreams and aspirations.
Developed by members of the Student Life Office and a Kinesiologist from the ÉTS Sports Centre, the specialized NeuroFOCUS program offers two credited workshops (1 extracurricular credit each) at the undergraduate level and a series of non-credited workshops adapted to the graduate and post-graduate levels.
Optimal Study Strategies (ATE075)
Improve your learning strategies and work methods by adopting the latest techniques related to planning, organization and time management. You will increase your efficiency and develop an optimal work structure!
One-credit extracurricular course:
- Twelve sessions focusing on five themes, alternating between theoretical and practical work
- A period of physical activity at the beginning of each session
- Follow-up and guidance offered by a designated Advisor (upon request)
- Plenary and group discussion periods
Course structure:
- 90 minutes of physical activity with a Kinesiologist at the ÉTS Sports Centre (gymnasium and training room)
- 30-minute break to change in the locker room and travel for the workshop segment
- 15 minutes of meditation
- 75-minute themed workshops
Themes:
- Planning and organization
- Note taking
- Procrastination
- Memorization techniques
- Preparing for exams
To optimize your experience, you can also register for course ATE085 (NeuroFOCUS: Life-Study Balance). The two courses are independent but complementary. You can choose to take one or the other, or both.
Please note that you can earn one extracurricular credit for this course, and the cost is that of a one-credit course. For more information, consult the page entitled Cost of Studies or contact us.
Life-Study Balance (ATE085)
Adopting strategies aimed at maintaining a healthy balance throughout your studies involves managing your stress and motivation levels, applying the skills required for working as part of a team and prioritizing adequate sleep and proper nutrition!
One-credit extracurricular course:
- Twelve sessions focusing on five themes, alternating between theoretical and practical work
- A period of physical activity at the beginning of each session
- Follow-up and guidance offered by a designated Advisor (upon request)
- Plenary and group discussion periods
Course structure:
- 90 minutes of physical activity with a Kinesiologist at the ÉTS Sports Centre (gymnasium and training room)
- 30-minute break to change in the locker room and travel for the workshop segment
- 15 minutes of meditation
- 75-minute themed workshops
Themes:
- Stress management
- Motivation
- Teamwork
- Sleep
- Nutrition
To optimize your experience, you can also register for course ATE075 (NeuroFOCUS: Optimal Study Strategies). The two courses are independent but complementary. You can choose to take one or the other, or both.
Please note that you can earn one extracurricular credit for this course, and the cost is that of a one-credit course. For more information, consult the page entitled Cost of Studies or contact us via the Info-ÉTS form.
NeuroFOCUS at the graduate and post-graduate levels
At the graduate and post-graduate levels, the NeuroFOCUS program takes into account the specific conditions and challenges facing graduate and post-graduate students.
The objective of this program is to ensure that your academic career is as balanced as possible by focusing on two components. The goal of the physical activity component is to help you adopt and maintain a more active lifestyle that will benefit your physical and mental health. The goal of the discussion group component is to address common problems faced by students at the graduate and post-graduate levels to help you better adapt to the many requirements and overcome potential obstacles with a view to enhancing your probability of success. Every week, participants are encouraged to be actively involved in discussions covering a wide range of topics and facilitated by a member of the Student Life Office.
Free, non-credited program:
- Ten weeks long, including a period of physical activity and a group discussion period during each session
- Personalized follow-up and guidance offered by a designated Advisor (upon request)
Course structure:
- 90 minutes of physical activity with a Kinesiologist at the ÉTS Sports Centre (gymnasium and training room)
- 30-minute break to change in the locker room and travel for the workshop segment
- 90-minute themed workshops (including 15 minutes of meditation)
Themes:
- Ability to concentrate
- Planning, time management and organization
- Procrastination
- Stress and anxiety
- Work methods: Documentary research and strategies for reading scientific articles
- Motivation
- Knowledge of scientific writing
- Hindrances to writing
- Healthy habits for students: Diet and sleep
- Teamwork skills
- Difficulties related to research work