Student checklists

Newly accepted students

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• Accept your offer of admission

  If you decide to accept your offer of admission, please contact Graduate Admissions and Records at the email address indicated in your admission letter to secure your place.

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• Consult the Graduate Calendar

  Consult the Graduate Calendar to get to know the UVic policies, program guidelines and course options relevant to you.

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• Set up a NetLink ID, UVic email account and more

  • As soon as you are accepted to UVic and have your student number, you can register for a NetLink account. Your NetLink ID gives you access to a range of UVic computer systems and services.

  • You will use your NetLink ID throughout your university career to log in to computers on campus and to access UVic’s central email system. When you register for your NetLink ID, you will be given an option to create your UVic email account at the same time.

  • You will also use your NetLink ID to access the My Page portal where you'll access your student record, make changes to your personal information and register for courses.

  • See UVic Systems’ New student checklist to find out more about gaining access to computing services, including our wireless network.

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• Find an academic supervisor (if necessary)

  • Connecting with an available academic supervisor who is a good match to see you through a thesis, research project or dissertation is a key piece of the graduate puzzle.

  • There is some variation when it comes to academic supervision at UVic, so be sure to confirm the specific details with your academic unit. Check in with your advising and program contacts where necessary. At UVic, you may be assigned a supervisor or expected to find your own.

  • In some cases, you must identify an available supervisor before you begin your studies. Either way, it pays to do your homework up front.

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• Register for courses

  You must have a NetLink ID in order to register for courses since this is done directly through the My Page portal.

  You will be notified by email when your registration date is available via My Page.

  For more information, talk with your supervisor or academic unit about selecting and registering for graduate courses and see our course registration guidance.

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• Obtain your student ID card

  • Your student ID card is your principle form of identification as a registered student and used throughout your full course of study. In most cases, your student card is also your bus pass, library card and athletics pass. Cards are issued by the Photo ID Centre located in the lobby of the University Centre.

  • You must wait at least 24 hours after registering to obtain your card. You will require your student number and one piece of government-issued photo identification. If you live outside of Greater Victoria, contact the ID Centre for your card.

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• Highlight important dates and deadlines

  Be sure to flag the dates and deadlines most important to you, whether those related to your program, fees and funding, or graduation.

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• Get to know your campus

  • If you’re looking for an introduction to the university and campus life, Explore UVic. These pages can help you get your bearings and find out about tours and visits, maps and buildings and some of the services available to you. This is also the place to learn more about Victoria.

  • Student Transition Services offers a one-day orientation for new graduate students before the fall semester begins. The Graduate Students’ Society typically hosts informal social events for new and returning grad students.

  • Browse our graduate student resources for information about UVic’s academic and support services, administrative units and more. This is also a place to learn about UVic terminology. A range of student services, groups and clubs are also available to you.

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• Investigate your health and dental coverage

  Visit the Graduate Students’ Society health and dental plans page for information about medical and dental insurance.

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