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Making an impact
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UVic has become one of only 14 post-secondary institutions in the world to reach a STARS Platinum sustainability rating. Read how sustainability is integrated in everything we do.
Look forward from here
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Undergraduate studies
UVic offers undergraduate degrees, certificates and diplomas for students straight out of high school or transferring from other post-secondary institutions.
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Graduate studies
UVic is home to over 3,500 students studying in over 160 graduate programs, with a reputation for quality and innovation that’s respected around the world.
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Canadian comprehensive university for graduate employability
IN CANADA FOR MAKING RESEARCH ACCESSIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
IN NORTH AMERICA FOR INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH COLLABORATION
SUSTAINABLE INDEX RANKING FOR AIR AND CLIMATE IN NORTH AMERICA