Co-op
requirements

To apply to Physics and Astronomy Co-op, you must:

• be enrolled full-time at UVic
• be pursuing an major or honours degree in Physics and Astronomy
• have (and maintain) at least a B average overall and a B- average in each physics and astronomy course

Graduating with co-op designation

If you successfully complete all your required co-op work terms, you'll earn a co-op designation on your degree when you graduate. Undergraduate students must complete four work terms to graduate with co-op designation. 

How to apply
to co-op

To apply to Physics and Astronomy Co-op, please submit the application form.

When to apply

• If you’re still in high school, you can apply to co-op during your Grade 12 year (at the same time that you apply to UVic).
• If you’re already at UVic, you can apply to co-op any time during your first term of your first year, or before the end of your first term in your second year.
• If you're a transfer student, you can apply to co-op at the same time that you apply to UVic.

Work Experience
Program

Physics and Astronomy Work Experience Program

Not sure if co-op is right for you? As a physics and astronomy student, you can apply to the Physics and Astronomy Work Experience Program at any time during your degree and complete two paid work terms instead of four. You’ll receive the same benefits and support as a co-op student, and you can choose to transfer into the Physics and Astronomy Co-op Program later on (if it's still early enough in your studies).

Program requirements and the application process are the same as for co-op—please see the other tabs on this page.

Questions about the Work Experience Program? Please contact us.