Info for international students
You have come from outside Canada to study at the University of Victoria, and we are happy that you’re here! As an international student, you may have extra questions, and we are here to help you find the answers.
Additional information for international students
How many courses you should take
A full-time course load at UVic is 12.0 or more units of study in the Winter Session (September to April) or 6.0 or more units in a single Winter Session term or in the Summer Session (May to August). We suggest that you take no more than five 1.5-unit courses per term. Check in with the International Centre for Students if you have any questions about your course load and implications for your immigration documents such as study permit or post-graduation work permit.Tips for academic success
Academic success requires hard work and good study habits. Read through the tips below to ensure that you’re on the right track:
- attend all classes including lectures, labs, and tutorials
- contact your instructors if you are sick or miss a class
- get to know your instructors and teaching assistants and ask for help if you need it
- read each of your course syllabus carefully
- be aware of the university’s policy on academic integrity
- learn to cite your sources properly in your academic writing
- use academic support services such as Centre for Academic Communication, Learning Assistance Program, and Centre for Accessible Learning
- connect with an academic adviser in the Academic Advising Centre.