University of Victoria

INTRODUCTION

Canada’s one of the leading public research & most comprehensive Universities, offering education with new prospects.

It is uniquely located on Canada’s beautiful West Coast in the 2nd best small city in the world as per the 2022 ‘Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Award. The moment you capture a glance at the university location, the first thing that will come to your mind is unbelievably beautiful. But UVic is manifold more than its spectacular location.

Learning takes place at every corner of the UVic, when you step out of the classroom, you’ll get the chance to learn more about practical challenges and hone skills that will help you achieve good employment in the coming future. Along with having partner universities in 42 countries, UVic gives you an ‘Exchange’ option through which you can study in any of the 42 nations. On our Victoria campus, you’ll be given a hands-on learning experience that includes Co-op, real-life learning, research, stage performance, and fully equipped Labs. Apart from studies, there are 210 Olympic appearances by UVic athletes, alumni, and coaches.

UVic offers an ocean of courses to opt from. At UVic, we have committed teachers, and advisors for international students giving you a comprehensive learning experience of field placements, specialized labs, industry competitions, and innovative ideas where real-world applications are blended into academics.

Thus, don't hesitate to dream big beside us.

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Area of Capital City Victoria

Victoria, where cultures converge and land meets the sea to gift sparkling beaches, is considered to be one of the most enjoyable cities situated on the southern tip of Vancouver Island with magnificent landscapes. You may easily find your place here, as the area is well-known for its unique communities and laid-back way of life.

Visualize a day dedicated to studying on a perfectly carved campus no less than a memorable dream and visiting magnificent beaches for refreshments that addict your eyes with their luring landscapes. A place that boosts your enthusiasm for experiencing hiking, surfing, rock climbing, mountain biking, and paddle boarding due to their year-round availability. Although, the capital city of British Columbia is smaller in size but bigger in providing all the world-class facilities for its beautiful people.

WHY TO CHOOSE UVic ?

What is Co-op?

Co-ops, which stands for cooperative education, are educational programs that combine academic studies with real-world work experience. Through co-ops, you can work part-time or full-time in an organization or company related to your major. These positions are typically paid, which allows you to apply the classroom knowledge to a real-world experience letting you gain valuable work experience & skills for a bright future. UVIC offers co-op programs in fields like engineering, business, science and health education, health information science, and public administration

Why Choose Co-op?

The first and foremost reason is that co-op offers you practical experience in your chosen profession where you can gain significant information and experience, form strong relationships with industry experts, and establish key connections within the industry.

Additionally, the financial aspect cannot be ignored as co-op programs often offer paid work terms which can help students offset their educational expenses and reduce the burden of education loans.

At last, students who take part in co-ops have an incredible 70% better probability of finding full-time employment after graduation. So, co-op programs offer students a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between academics and the real world they provide networking opportunities, financial benefits, and practical experience.

CAMPUSES

Covering a landmass of 403 acres on Canada’s beautiful west coast. Our UVic campus is located close to the old-growth trees and the coast, where the comfortable temperature makes you feel the vivid hues of studying at such a place, that inspires us daily. Our student-oriented approach along with world-class infrastructure elevates your learning experience.

UVic boasts 10 faculties covering a huge academic domain to avoid skipping the demands of any student. Alongside we care about our student’s overall health and so we provide experienced trainers and advisors to look up for your overall health. Our campus offers intramural and recreational sports to unveil the power, grace and moves of the hidden sportsman within each of you. These sports are decorated with the utmost facilities like a multi-sport field house, indoor tennis courts, dance studio, ice rink, eight outdoor playing fields, and much more. UVic has newly built two brand new residence buildings comprising 783 new rooms and a new dining hall has been added to offer residence to more students.

20 km (12 miles) of oceanside walkways and over 775 km (481 miles) of bike trails and stunning natural beauty.

Life at the University of Victoria

Tucked away in between Vancouver Island's massive rainforests and the calm seawater that sparkles throughout the day giving enormous options for wanderers to explore this capital city.

UVic, along with offering you an extra edge in quality education and practical exposure through practicum. Their dormitories provide you with much more than simply a space to study. They also provide you with year-round events and activities that eventually become a bunch of opportunities to refine your overall personality.

At UVic, you not only enroll in your favourite program but also get a magnificent location to explore either solo or with your friends giving you unforgettable memories and strong bonds for a lifetime. Here, you’ll encounter a cheering community that will introduce you to Canadian campus life encouraging you to explore and do things that you enjoy doing outside of your classroom.

WHAT CAN I GRADUATE WITH?

READY TO APPLY?

STEP 1 APPLY AT GLOBEDWISE

Start your application to UVic with GlobEDwise by paying the application fee of 147 CAD and 172 CAD for UG and PG programs respectively.

STEP 2 SUBMIT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Submit supporting documents for undergraduate applications, such as academic transcripts and test scores. However, master's applicants usually need to provide additional documents. Personal statements, recommendations, and resumes are not required for undergraduates.

STEP 3 RECEIVE ADMISSION DECISION FROM UVIC

After receiving all official supporting documents, UVIC makes an admission decision. If granted admission, individuals will receive guidance through the remaining enrolment steps. Accept your offer of admission by paying your confirmation deposit by the deadline indicated.

STEP 4 GET READY FOR YOUR ARRIVAL !

Apply for your study permit, sign up for orientation, register for classes, and get ready to start your classes at University of Victoria.