Experiential learning
Want to make a difference to the health and well-being of people, communities and our world? At the University of Victoria, learning extends beyond the classroom. Gain workplace skills and experience in a range of settings, including hospitals and health authorities, non-profit agencies, public health clinics and shelters, and federal, provincial and municipal government offices.
Co-op
Through co-operative education (co-op), you can try different jobs, earn a salary, meet employers and gain relevant experience—all during your UVic degree.
Required programs
- Computer Science and Health Information Science (BSc)
- Coaching Studies (MEd)
- Health Information Science (BSc)
- Nursing and Health Informatics (MN + MSc)
- Recreation and Health Education (BA)
Optional programs
- Counselling Psychology (MSc, PhD)
- Health Informatics (MSc, PhD)
- Kinesiology (BSc, MA, MSc, PhD)
- Physical and Health Education (BA)
- Physical Education (MA)
Field education
Social work students gain work experience under the supervision of an experienced professional. Placements are completed in a wide range of community and government agencies and can usually be done in your home community.
Required programs
Optional programs
Practicum
Practicums let you put theory into practice and gain a sense of the real-world responsibilities you’ll face after graduation. You’ll enhance your professional experience and broaden your understanding of policy, practice, health and wellness, and community development.
Required programs
Psychology clinic
The psychology clinic at the University of Victoria is an outpatient mental health training facility for clinical psychology graduate students.
Get real-life experience providing professional psychological services to the community. These include assessments and therapeutic interventions for children, adults, couples and families.