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SEE WHAT YOUR MIND CAN DO

2014-15International Book

Victoria, BC | Canada

Your mind is your most powerful tool – and how you use it is up to you.

Maybe you’re already confidently walking on a clear educational path. Or maybe you’re still searching for a clearer picture? Step into a new country and onto your new campus and let your senses take it all in. This is where learning happens, ideas flourish and potential is unleashed.

ENGINEERING | NEPALJamie Cassels Undergraduate Research Award recipients 2012-2013

After considering several American universities for their post-secondary studies in mechanical engineering, fraternal twins Pranay and Pranav Shrestha chose the University of Victoria for the quality of its engineering program, affordability, safe community, the opportunity to take part in UVic’s renowned co-operative education program as well as participate in undergraduate research with top professors.

The Shresthas both credit their success to hard work, participation in research and co-op and their close relationships with professors. “My professor is a mentor to me,” says Pranay. “He’s never short of helpful advice, tells me why not just how, is very kind and takes a real, honest interest in me as a student, and more importantly, as a person.”

“We chose Canada for our studies because the universities here are recognized worldwide. The value of a Canadian degree can’t be compared.”

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PRANAy & PRANAv ShRESthA

ABOUt UvICRanked in the top one per cent of the world’s best universities, the University of Victoria is committed to inspiring teaching, research excellence and civic engagement. An active and diverse community of more than 20,000, we’re small enough that you’ll see friends on campus, and large enough to make an impact on the world.

UVic is a special place you have to feel to understand. It’s an environment of open and curious exchange – of ideas and stories, laughter and encouragement. It’s a community of thinkers and leaders driven by their imaginations who will shape the world for years to come. It truly is a one-of a-kind place where you’ll be challenged in ways you have yet to imagine.

• #1 Canadian university without a medical school and ranked in the top 200 in the world, according to the Times Higher Education

• 16,929 undergraduate and 3,272 graduate students study on campus (but the average class size is only 36 students)

• 96 per cent of our graduates say that UVic was the right choice for them

ABOUt vICtORIA Welcome to Victoria, a vibrant city at the southern tip of Vancouver Island on Canada’s spectacular West Coast. Perched above the beach between rainforest and snow-capped mountains, we’re a green city of quaint, tree-lined neighbourhoods rich in character for you to discover. We’re famous for our stunning natural environment, mild climate and most important of all, our warm and friendly people. In fact, we’re consistently rated as one of the most liveable, safe, and welcoming cities in the world.

Hike the Juan de Fuca Trail, spend an evening at a poetry reading in Fernwood or kite-surf in the waves off Dallas Road – you’ll never run out of things to do. Our relaxed island lifestyle makes this the perfect place to live and learn.

• Greater Victoria population – approximately 360,000

• The second sunniest city in British Columbia, with an average high summer temperature of 22°C and an average high winter temperature of 6.9°C

• Voted Canada’s smartest, fittest and most walkable city

DISCOvER A CANADIAN EDUCAtIONCanada is an amazing country in which to live and learn. Your Canadian degree will be a perfect start for whatever career you want – wherever in the world you want to take it (including right here in Canada, if you choose). Our quality, public and affordable education system offers practical life skills you won’t find outside our borders. Recognized worldwide, a UVic degree will take you to where you want to go.

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UVic is a destination university for 77% of our students who come to study with us from outside of the Victoria area. With more than 2,000 international undergraduate students from 112 different countries (shaded in green above), we’re truly a cosmopolitan mix of cultures, experiences and international perspectives.

Air travel times to Victoria (in hours)

11.0 Beijing5.0 Toronto9.0 London10.0 Frankfurt14.5 Delhi12.0 São Paulo

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FACULtIESFaculties are groups of thematically-related academic departments or schools. UVic is home to ten faculties and two divisions.

DEPARtMENtS & SChOOLSDepartments and schools are units made up of instructors, staff and students whose work is devoted to a specific academic field, like the School of Child and Youth Care, the Department of Biochemistry, and the Department of Political Science.

yOUR DEGREEYour degree is the academic credential awarded once you have completed a particular program. Most undergraduate students at UVic will receive a Bachelors degree on graduation (or a Juris Doctor if you’re studying law).

PROGRAMSPrograms are collections of courses organized as either a major and/or a minor and fulfill degree requirements within a particular department or school.

z Major: Your area of specialization within a degree program (e.g. you may be working towards a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Pacific and Asian studies). In some cases you may be able to combine programs – a combined major in music and computer science, for example.

z Minor: A subject of study not sufficient for a degree on its own, which can compliment your major and will be included on your final diploma (e.g. a major in geography with a minor in coastal studies)

z Co-op: Most programs allow you to incorporate work experience as part of your degree. See page 6 for more information.

COURSESJust like high school, courses are classes of study with a specific topic focus. Most courses at UVic count for 1.5 units and you will need 60 units of required and elective courses to graduate from UVic.

z Required courses: These are the courses that are necessary to meet the requirements of your major, and are directed by whichever program you are in. The UVic Calendar lists all the courses required for your degree.

z Electives: Most majors provide the flexibility to take a number of courses outside your program area. This is your chance to explore subjects of interest – from the science of Batman to the cultural history of vampires – that aren’t necessarily required for your degree.

PLAN yOUR DEGREEReview the list below and visit www.uvic.ca/academic to further explore the faculties, schools and programs at UVic. Once you’ve narrowed down your options, check the calendar at www.uvic.ca/calendar for a complete list of the courses you will need for each program.

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OUR PROGRAMS

You must participate in the co-operative education program as part of this degree. Other degree programs (not marked with a triangle) offer professional work experience through optional paid co-operative education work terms or mandatory practica.

z Combined programs: Looking to combine two areas of study into one major program? UVic offers combined majors like Music & Computer Science, Physical Geography & Earth and Ocean Sciences and Biology & Psychology so you can tailor your degree to your interests. To see what combined programs we offer, check out www.uvic.ca/calendar

You will be required to complete university level pre-requisite courses or hold an undergraduate degree to be admissible to this program. Contact your recruiter at [email protected] for more information.

PEtER B. GUStAvSON SChOOL OF BUSINESS

y Commerce

Students may also apply to the commerce program after completing two years of study in another faculty and the required pre-commerce courses.

EDUCAtION y Education

y Indigenous Language Revitalization

y Elementary curriculum

y Secondary curriculum

y Post-degree program (elementary, middle years, secondary)

y Kinesiology

y Recreation and Health Education

ENGINEERING y Biomedical Engineering

y Civil Engineering

y Computer Engineering

y Computer Science

y Electrical Engineering

y Mechanical Engineering

y Software Engineering

y Combined programs z

FINE ARtS y History in Art

y Music

y Theatre

y Visual Arts

y Writing

y Professional Writing in Journalism and Publishing (minor only)


hUMAN AND SOCIAL DEvELOPMENt

y Child and Youth Care

y Health and Community Services

y Health Information Science

y Nursing (Canadian students only)

y Social Work

y Public Administration (minor only)


hUMANItIES y Applied Linguistics

y Chinese Studies

y English

y French

y Germanic Studies

y Greek and Latin Language and Literature

y Greek and Roman Studies

y Hispanic Studies

y History

y Italian Studies

y Japanese Studies

y Latin American Literary and Cultural Studies

y Linguistics

y Medieval Studies

y Mediterranean Studies

y Pacific and Asian Studies

y Philosophy

y Professional Writing (minor only)

y Religious Studies

y Slavic Studies

y Southeast Asian Studies

y Women’s Studies


LAW y Juris Doctor

SCIENCE y Astronomy

y Biochemistry

y Biology

y Chemistry

y Earth Sciences

y Mathematics

y Microbiology

y Ocean Sciences (minor only)

y Physics

y Statistics


SOCIAL SCIENCES y Anthropology

y Coastal Studies (minor only)

y Economics

y Economic Policy (minor only)

y Environmental Studies

y Geography

y Political Science

y Psychology

y Sociology


INtERDISCIPLINARy PROGRAMS

y Applied Ethics (minor only)

y Arts of Canada

y European Studies

y Film Studies (minor only)

y Human Dimensions of Climate Change (minor only)

y Indigenous Studies

y Latin American Studies

y Social Justice Studies

y Technology and Society (minor only)

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LEARNING OUtSIDE thE CLASSROOMAt UVic, learning happens everywhere, not just inside the four walls of a classroom. As a student you’ll graduate with authentic experience and a good sense of how things work in the real world. Whether your learning takes place at a local Victoria beach, on exchange in Australia or on-the-job in a New York City co-op position your UVic options will be a great complement to your on-campus academics.

CO-OPERAtIvE EDUCAtIONAs a co-op student you’ll alternate terms in school with terms in a job specifically related to your program. Plus – you’ll earn money doing it. On average, co-op students earn more than $2,700 (CAD) per month, which certainly is useful when financing your education.

In addition, you’ll have the choice to work locally, nationally or overseas with top employers, including:

z Microsoft

z BMW

z Airbus France

z Government of British Columbia

z Hewlett-Packard

z Schneider Electric

z Canada-Hawaii-France Telescope Project

z Parks Canada

z United Nations

z Environmental Women in Action for Development (EWAD)

Co-op is a great way to “test drive” the careers you’re interested in, before you graduate. These positions are also helpful for immigration or graduate program applications.

SAMPLE CO-OP SChEDULEA sample co-op schedule might look something like the chart below. Start planning your co-op adventure at www.uvic.ca/coopandcareer and check out student success stories at www.youtube.com/uviccoopandcareer

Fall Spring Summer

Year 1 Study Study Free summer

Year 2 Study Study Work

Year 3 Study Work Study

Year 4 Work Study Work

Year 5 Study/graduate

PUt yOUR tALENtS tO WORKAs an international student, you can work on- or off-campus while completing your studies. The extra work experience will make you highly employable and eligible to obtain a work permit that will allow you to work in Canada for up to three years following your graduation from UVic. Go to www.cic.gc.ca for more information.

In his fourth year of microbiology and business, Barry Adum has already completed four paid co-op work terms with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency Centre sequencing the DNA of plant viruses in different research labs.

“At my co-op jobs and in our labs at UVic, we’re fortunate to have the very best equipment, resources and state-of-the-art facilities,” he says. “We’re taught the latest theories based on current and relevant research – it just doesn’t get any better than that!” As a result, Barry has developed a new-found passion for research and will be studying immunology and working directly with one of his professors this fall.

“Co-op for me has been an invaluable experience. I’ve learned there is no limit to what you can do both in and out of the classroom. I now think in a different way and understand all the things I’m capable of doing – at school and into the future.”

MICROBIOLOGy & BUSINESS | NIGERIA

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BARRy ADUM

INtERNAtIONAL EXChANGEInternational Exchange is a great opportunity to combine your passion for travel with your university education. As part of your UVic undergraduate experience you can apply to participate in an international exchange at one of our 55 partner institutions in one of 33 different countries. You’ll have the choice to complete a single term or a full academic year – all for UVic credits towards your degree – all at your regular UVic tuition rates. Immerse yourself in another culture, deepen your global perspective and add to your future employability. For more information, visit www.uvic.ca/outgoing-exchange

Some of our international exchange partners:

z Australia: Griffith University

z Brazil: Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro

z France: Université Sorbonne Nouvelle Paris III

z Japan: Konan University

z Italy: Bocconi University

z Sweden: Uppsala University

z Thailand: Mahidol University

z United Kingdom: University of Essex

FIELD SChOOLS AND StUDyING ABROADUVic is a university of adventure where you’re encouraged to learn outside – way outside – of the classroom. Lectures, labs, extended field trips or group study tours can all be used to enhance your learning and understanding of the world. If you’ve ever wanted to experience life in another country this option might be for you.

z Participate locally in coastal marine research at Canada’s world renowned Bamfield Marine Centre

z Register for UVic’s annual field trip to Greece

z Trek off to Malaysia for a field-based tropical biology adventure

z Head off to Central Europe to study at the I-witness Holocaust Field School Project

z Experience the Colonial Legacies Field School in South Africa

As a UVic student you can also work or volunteer overseas to further complement your studies. The International Office can assist you to select an international experience that meets your needs. Funding options are available to help you reach your international goals. Visit www.uvic.ca/international for a full listing of opportunities.

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Campus Community and Culture Our unique campus culture is like no other. We’re smart, challenging, and have a unique culture. As a student, you’ll belong to an active, diverse and civically engaged community of independent thinkers, inquisitive learners and progressive doers. You’ll study and play hard, push boundaries and do your best to solve real-world problems. Who knows? You might even take a few steps outside your comfort zone and revel in adventure – socially, politically or creatively – the choice is yours.

Our students have some of the best and brightest minds, but it’s how those minds connect, counter ideas and explore curiosities together that strengthen our community. UVic is diverse, friendly and warm. You’ll hear different languages, experience new cultures and have fun sharing your own with your new UVic family of friends.

sustainable dininGUVic is committed to sustainability and providing a wide-range of fresh and healthy home-cooked meal options for appetites of all sizes. Locally sourced, whenever possible, our tasty food selections include vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options as well as many ethnic specialties. Students can choose from four reasonably priced dining options to suit their individual needs at eleven locations on campus.

• We’re proudly a “Beyond Fair Trade” campus and make it a priority to purchase ethically traded products.

student Clubs and Course unionsWith over 77 per cent of our students travelling from outside of Victoria to attend UVic, you’ll have endless opportunities to meet new friends. UVic’s wide range of student clubs, volunteer opportunities and extracurricular activities reflect the diversity of our community and the scope of shared interests among our students.

Several of the clubs are listed below, and you can browse through the complete list of clubs and course unions online at www.uvss.uvic.ca and check out Clubs and Course Union Days at the start of each term:

z Bike Collective z Creative Writing Club z Debate Club z Design Collective z Finance Club z Game Development Club z International Student Association z Meditation Club z Ocean Students’ Society z Photo Club z Quidditch Club z Skydiving Club z UVIC Film Club z UVic Pre-Law Club z Wilderness Committee Club z University of Victoria Students’ Society z Young Women in Business z Youth Against Cancer

A thinker, nature admirer and lover of languages, (she speaks Russian, English, Kazak and Spanish), Yulianna left her native Kazakhstan for the long trek to Canada to obtain a well-recognized international degree with the hopes of eventually finding a job in accounting or international business. Now in her second year of the BCom program, she’s thrilled with her choice and loves living and studying on Vancouver Island.

She chose UVic for the beautiful green scenery, clean environment, academic reputation and friendly campus. “UVic has so many great services for international students that it makes adjusting to a foreign university much easier. People are so friendly too – they want you to succeed.”

“UVic is full of opportunity. People here are accepting of everyone and value cultural diversity in a way that I’ve never experienced before. The air is clean, the culture amazing and the people are very, very special. For me, Canada was the best choice.”

KaZaKHstan

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student Community

business | KaZaKHstanyulianna sHiroKaya

LIFE ON CAMPUSCampus living at UVic definitely has its advantages, especially for first-year students. It’s a great way to meet new friends, connect to campus activities and live where you learn – plus you won’t have to worry about making meals, grocery shopping or getting up early to catch the bus. Most of our rooms are single occupancy so you’ll be able to have as much or as little privacy as you need.

UVic Residence is a wonderful place for you to call home. You’ll meet students from every corner of the world, participate in “res neighbourhood” events and be supported in your academics both in and out of the classroom. A great team of Residence Community Leaders will help to make your on-campus living experience unforgettable.

For more information on residence life and on-campus housing options, visit www.uvic.ca/housing or email [email protected]

• First-year housing guarantee for all students coming directly to UVic from high school who apply before June 30 and meet all requirements.

• UVic provides accommodation for 2291 students in 21 dormitory buildings and 121 “cluster” or apartment style units.

• 82 per cent of students in residence will have their own room.

LIvING OFF CAMPUSIf you prefer to live off campus, Victoria is a student’s dream. Friendly and filled with character, you’re sure to find an affordable neighbourhood that suits your style perfectly. From stately Oak Bay to eclectic Fernwood to seaside Gordon Head, Victoria offers rental apartments, secondary suites within houses or room and board opportunities with local families – all within a short walk or 10 minute bus ride. Make sure to start your search early on UVic’s Off-Campus Housing site at www.housing.uvic.ca/ads

UVic’s homestay program is a great choice if you want to improve your English or learn about Canadian culture in a friendly, family environment. Visit www.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc/homestay for information.

AvERAGE COStS (EIGht MONthS)

Single room with meal plan $8,123

Double room with meal plan $7,164

Cluster room without meal plan $4,727

Off campus apartment/suite (one bedroom with utilities)

$7,000

Off campus room and board $9,240

UVic homestay program $6,400

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ACCOMMODAtION

vARSIty SPORtSUVic offers an exciting line up of varsity sports and has established itself as one of the most successful university athletics programs in the country. With 72 national championship titles in 12 different sports, we’re well known as a powerhouse in the Canadian university sports world. If you’re a high school athlete interested in playing at the varsity level, contact the appropriate coach early in your senior year of high school. A variety of sport-specific and general scholarships are awarded annually to athletes based on athletic, academic and leadership criteria. Visit www.govikesgo.com for the varsity team schedules and don’t forget to wear your best blue and gold to cheer on the Vikes on game days.

INtRAMURAL & RECREAtIONAL SPORtSAre you an ultimate Frisbee fanatic, surfer or Quidditch star in the making? Perhaps you want to continue with badminton, learn to ballroom dance or do a triathlon? Keeping healthy and fit is a way of life here on the West Coast, and UVic is certainly no exception. If you can think of a sport or recreational activity – you’re almost guaranteed to be able to find it on campus somewhere. Join one of our 25 sports clubs, play in an intramural league or participate in a special interest recreation class. You’ll learn new skills, keep fit and have a blast doing it. Vikes Recreation has something for everyone. Visit www.vikesrec.uvic.ca for more information.

NO BEttER PLACE tO tRAINVictoria is a sporting mecca that offers ideal weather conditions for year-round training, word-class facilities and international-calibre coaching – just some of the reasons seven of Canada’s national teams choose to train here. UVic itself is home to two pools, racquet courts, a 400-metre track, an ice rink and one of the largest weight rooms in Western Canada. Whether you’re an elite swimmer, a weekend rower or a tennis ace, Victoria is the perfect place to train.

CENtRE FOR AthLEtICS, RECREAtION AND SPECIAL ABILItIESAlthough UVic is already home to some of the best athletics facilities in the country, we’re raising the bar even higher. Construction on the new Centre for Athletics, Recreation and Special Abilities (CARSA) is underway and scheduled for completion in the spring of 2015. This state-of-the-art facility will include a performance gym, climbing wall, fitness and weight training rooms, squash and racquet courts, rowing centre, dance and yoga studios, sports injury clinic and an indoor fieldhouse for students, varsity athletes and the local community.

Visit www.uvic.ca/carsa for more information and updates.

Third-year political science student Andrea Felix may be a long way from her home in Mexico City, but she doesn’t have time to miss it too much. Between studying, working as a campus tour guide and getting involved in everything from the Photography Club to the Community Gardening Project, she still manages to volunteer at the Royal BC Museum and cheer on the Vikes soccer and basketball teams.

“I love UVic and all it has to offer - on campus and out in the community,” she says. “Canada has a lot of culture just waiting to be shared, and I take every opportunity I can to enjoy it.”

“As an international student it’s easy to get involved at UVic because it’s such a close-knit community. Join a club, try a new sport, or volunteer. I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.”

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AthLEtICS AND RECREAtIONYour UVic experience isn’t just about what you study – it’s about finding your community, making time for your non-academic interests, staying fit and having fun. At UVic, you’ll be more than a student – you’ll be a “Vike” and part of the Vikes Nation family – a passionate community that promotes the benefits of school spirit, active living and healthy lifestyles for all.

POLItICAL SCIENCE | MEXICOANDREA FELIX

FINANCIAL SUPPORtUVic offers entrance scholarships of $10,000 (CAD) to academically outstanding international students; for more information visit www.uvic.ca/entrancescholarships.

Students graduating from United World College (UWC), CIS member schools or Aga Khan Academy schools are also eligible to compete for UVic’s prestigious $90,000 international scholarship - $22,500 renewable over four years.

ENGAGING FACULtyYour professors are both experts and problem solvers in their fields. They’re creating new knowledge each and every day through their own personal research and strong partnerships with community and industry leaders. Where does that knowledge end up? Everywhere—from government, industry and healthcare, to oceans, technology and schools. In fact, it’s often our students who are the very first to benefit directly from UVic research. Your professors take that knowledge and bring it first-hand into their classrooms to share with you.

• The 2013 QS World University Rankings by Subject, identified UVic in the top 200 institutions globally for research in five QS subject areas: earth and marine sciences, geography, law, philosophy and English language and literature.

StUDENt SERvICESSupport can mean something different depending on who you are. You can access a wide range of services at UVic. A few are highlighted here, but check the UVic website for a complete list:

z Academic Advising Centre – www.uvic.ca/adva

z Campus Security Services - www.uvic.ca/security

z Counselling Services - www.coun.uvic.ca

z English Language Centre - www.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc

z Interfaith Chaplaincy Services - www.uvic.ca/multifaith

z International Commons – www.uvic.ca/internationalcommons

z International Office – www.uvic.ca/international

z Jack Peterson Health Centre - www.uvic.ca//health

z Welcome Centre – www.uvic.ca/welcome

• The International Office provides pre-arrival support, orientation on arrival and ongoing assistance for international students after they have been accepted to study at UVic.

• The Marnie Swanson International Learning Commons offers academic support, as well as the opportunity to meet new friends, share your culture and deepen your connections – it’s the centre of international activity on campus.

SUPPORtUniversity may seem like a big change, particularly while you’re living in a foreign country, learning in a second language and adjusting to cultural differences. UVic supports your learning through a wide-variety of student services, orientation activities and opportunities to engage with faculty and staff who are eager to help you get the most out of your UVic experience.

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APPLyING tO UvICADMISSION REqUIREMENtSRequirements are organized by country, region or curriculum. For details, please visit the following pages:

z Canadian curriculum: www.uvic.ca/programreq

z American curriculum: www.uvic.ca/usreq

z All other countries/curricula: www.uvic.ca/intlreq

Transfer applicants will be considered with proof of language proficiency (if required) and one or more years of a bachelor degree program at an accredited university with a minimum average of B calculated on the most recent year of studies. Transfer credit will be considered on a course-by-course basis.

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCyApplicants whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate English language proficiency prior to admission. This may be done in a number of ways but the most common methods are to submit:

z IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no sub score less than 6.0

z TOEFL score of at least 90 with no sub score less than 20

z Proof of completion of UVic’s University Admission Preparation (UAP) course with a grade of 80% or higher

Students who have studied for at least four years at an international school where all instruction is in English may be considered for an English language proficiency waiver. See www.uvic.ca/esl for a complete list of ways to demonstrate English language proficiency.

CONDItIONAL ADMISSIONApplicants to the Faculties of Engineering, Fine Arts (History in Art only), Humanities, Science and Social Sciences may be considered for a conditional offer of admission, if they meet all academic requirements and have submitted one of the following:

z IELTS score of at least 6.0 with no sub score less than 5.5

z TOEFL score of at least 79 with no sub score less than 17

z Proof of registration in the UVic English Language Centre’s University Admission Preparation (UAP) course

If admitted conditionally, registration in classes will be permitted, but it is expected that the language proficiency requirement will be fully met prior to the first day of classes.

PAthWAy PROGRAMUVic’s Pathway Program is designed for students who do not meet our English language requirement for Conditional Admission, and wish to complete credit courses while improving their English language abilities for future transfer to a degree program at UVic. To qualify, students must meet our academic requirements and have met the following English language criteria:

z IELTS score of 5.5 with no sub score less than 5.0

z TOEFL score of 71 with no sub score less than 15

z Registration in the UVic English Language Centre’s 410 level or above within 12 months of the selected entry point

For more information, please visit www.uvcs.uvic.ca/elc or email [email protected]

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Costs of studyCosts may vary depending on your faculty, course load, transportation and accommodation preferences. For a more detailed breakdown, visit www.uvic.ca/annualcosts

Eight months of study (five courses per term)

Tuition (Canadian) $5,058

Tuition (International) $16,366

Residence $7,164 - $8,123

Total (Canadian) $14,679 - $15,638

Total (International) $25,987 - $26,946

1 CheCk ReQuIReMeNtsCertain minimum qualifications are required for consideration for admission to first-year studies at UVic. Specific subject requirements and/or supplementary information may also be needed, depending on your desired program of study, so be sure to check your the curricula requirements on the previous page and your program’s website for complete details.

2 Apply oNlINeApply online at www.uvic.ca/apply by the following deadlines (for September entry):

February 28 Early admission for current high school students

February 28 Business, Child and Youth Care, Theatre, Visual Arts

March 31 Health Information Science, Music, Writing

April 30 All other direct-entry programs

For a complete list of deadlines (including supplementary materials, final documents and alternate entry terms), please see www.uvic.ca/deadlines

Some programs may require additional materials, such as a questionnaire, portfolio or audition. Visit the appropriate program website for more information at www.uvic.ca/academic

3 pAy youR ApplICAtIoN feeYou will be prompted to pay the fee by credit card during the application process. After payment is received you’ll get an email with your student number and the name of your admission contact, so make sure to add emails from @uvic.ca to your safe senders list.

4 subMIt youR tRANsCRIptsHave official transcripts of all secondary and post-secondary course work forwarded directly from the issuing institution to:

Undergraduate AdmissionsUniversity of Victoria3800 Finnerty RoadVictoria BC V8P 5C2 Canada

Documents in a language other than English or French must be accompanied by a notarized English translation.

5 Next stepsVisit www.uvic.ca/applied to check the status of your application and for more information on housing, scholarships and course registration.

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keep IN touChYou’re encouraged to contact the student recruitment team at [email protected] with any questions you might have—we’re here for you right up until your first day on campus.

fINd us oNlINeJoin the hundreds of new and incoming UVic students on our My First Year @ UVic Facebook group.

Follow @MyUVic on Twitter for timely updates and answers to all your UVic questions.

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