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Social Sciences Co-op

Natashya (social sciences) as an archaeological field technician for Parks Canada

Natashya (social sciences) spent a co-op work term as an archaeological field technician for Parks Canada.

Put your learning in motion.

As a social sciences co-op student, you’ll alternate your academic terms with co-op terms working for employers in your field. You’ll gain relevant work experience, gain competencies, earn some extra cash, and boost your chances of landing your dream job after graduation.

Social Sciences Co-op is for students studying:

anthropology
economics
environmental studies
geography

political science
psychology
sociology

Wondering what it's like to be a co-op student? Check out our student stories!

Contact: 250-721-8689, sscoop@uvic.ca | Staff list
Office: Social Sciences & Math Building A204 (map)
Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences

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Co-op requirements

To apply to Social Sciences Co-op, you must:

be a full-time UVic student
have completed your first year of study
be pursuing a major in anthropology, economics, environmental studies, geography, political science, psychology or sociology
meet the co-op requirements of your department as described in the UVic calendar
have (and maintain) a minimum B average
be willing to accept work term placements elsewhere in Canada

When to apply

There are two application deadlines for undergraduate students: Sept 15 and Jan 15.
Graduate students must apply by Sept 15.

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. Undergraduate students must complete three four-month work terms to graduate with co-op designation. Graduate students must complete two to three work terms.

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