Undergraduate program applications
Admission Requirements
Diploma Programs: Applicants should have the equivalent of two years post-secondary education, plus three years experience in the public sector; or considerable relevant public or non-profit sector work experience. Candidates without formal post-secondary qualifications but with demonstrated appropriate experience may be admitted as conditional students.
Professional Specialization Certificate Programs: Applicants should already hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least two years’ work-related experience. In exceptional circumstances, students may be admitted to a Professional Specialization Certificate if the School finds they have sufficient academic background equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
Application Deadlines
Please note that The School of Public Administration may accept applications outside of regular UVic timelines.
Fall Term
- May 31 for application to Office of the Registrar
- July 15 for documents & transcripts
Spring Term
- September 30 for application to Office of the Registrar
- November 15 for documents & transcripts
Summer Term
- February 15 for application to Office of the Registrar
- April 1 for documents & transcripts
How to Apply
New applicants to UVic application procedures
- Apply to University of Victoria Undergraduate Admissions
- Complete online application, upload your professional resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the Diploma or Specialization Certificate program.
- Arrange for all official transcripts to be sent to Undergraduate Admissions
More information for new undergraduate students
Returning UVic students application procedures
- Returning UVic students must apply to reregister. You can apply online here. Along with your application for reregistration, upload your professional resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the Diploma or Specialization Certificate program.
Returning students should review the information on the Office of the Registrar website.