Bachelor of Science in Economics (Co-op Optional)

at University of Victoria Canada

Discover the rich visual traditions of world cultures. Explore the basics of visual communication. Learn about the history of artistic materials and techniques. Study everything from museum studies and art forgery to video games and horror films.

You will examine the “stuff” of the world around us–whether it’s paint, plastics, perfume, pills or pizza, the materials of modern life are chemicals. Learn about and experience exciting chemistry fundamentals and leading-edge scientific discoveries. Interested in research? If so, there are many opportunities to pursue real research from second year onward.

Are you wondering how to pronounce words in Kwak’wala? Aiming for a career as a language teacher or a speech-language pathologist? Linguistics offers programs exploring everything from the structure of the world’s languages, to how language is organized in our minds, to how best to teach languages. We are leaders in Indigenous language revitalization programs, in partnership with Indigenous Education at UVic.

Explore the universe through our astronomy program. Conduct research, develop your problem-solving skills and learn to see the sky in a whole new way. Want to do some star-gazing? We have one of the largest celestial telescopes on any North American university campus.

We offer instruction in drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, extended media and video art—and a unique combined degree in visual art and computer science. The skills learned in visual arts are highly transferable well beyond the artistic community. Gain the tools essential for today’s rapidly changing and increasingly visual world.

Science prepares us for concepts we can't imagine today, but will shape our world tomorrow. Whether it's working on a more potent treatment to fight cancer, developing more accurate climate-prediction models or understanding the secrets of anti-matter, we have an impact on the world.

From the atom to the universe, from the cell to the ecosystem, from the theoretical to the applied, scientists explore the reaches of modern science and mathematics.

Apply to UVic as an Area Undecided student if you're interested in science, but aren't ready to pick a program. You can use your first year to decide on a direction for your studies and have flexibility in what classes you can take, then declare your program when you're ready.

Geography aims to study the relationships within and between human and natural systems, with an emphasis on the spatial nature of these processes. Our department emphasizes the integration of these components by providing our students with a strong theoretical foundation on people and environment interaction. Experiential learning forms a major part of our teaching through field studies, community engaged activities, and our co-op program.

Areas of focus:-

• Biophysical geography
• Environmental geography
• Geomatics
• Human geography

History is serious business. Many conflicts are the result of historical myths passed off as truths to those without the tools to evaluate them critically. The ability to recall and evaluate the past is fundamental to the functioning of human society. We need to understand the paths that brought societies to where they are today. History gives us the tools to reflect on who we are, where we have come from, and where we might go.

Interested in the earth, oceans and atmosphere? Curious about geohazards or climate change? On the south end of Vancouver Island, UVic is perfectly situated for offering a complete education in Earth System Science.

You'll experience hands-on learning in the field. From lab classes identifying rocks at the beach to field schools studying the geology of the Cordilleran Mountains, the great outdoors will be your classroom.

Study what interests you the most. Geology, physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics all find a home in the School of Earth and Ocean Sciences. 

As a mechanical engineer, you'll use your scientific knowledge, problem-solving, design and teamwork skills to find solutions for real-world problems. This exciting field includes innovative design for automotive, marine and aerospace applications; intelligent robotic systems; biomedical devices; new tools; and processes to produce advanced materials, novel micro- and nano-devices, and clean energy systems.

Areas of focus:-

• Advanced materials
• Biomedical engineering
• Computer-aided engineering and advanced manufacturing
• Energy systems
• Mechatronics
• Thermo-fluids and aerodynamics