University of Victoria

University of Victoria is a universitywide destination in Victoria, Canada.
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Social media | Why UVic is the place to go on exchange (YouTube) |
Academic calendar | Semester I: 2nd week of September – 3rd week of December Orientation generally commences the 1st week of September for Semester I and the 1st week of January for Semester II. Exams take place the 2nd and 3rd week of December for Semester I and the 3rd and 4th week of April for Semester II. |
Requirements | There are no specific requirements for this programme |
Areas of study open to exchange students |
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Courses at Master’s level | Yes. Students wishing to take courses at the graduate level will be required to request permission to take courses from specific professors or departments and the Faculty of Graduate Studies based on prior learning and knowledge after they are accepted into our exchange program. Please note that the application process is very lengthy and there is no guarantee of admission for master students. |
Language of instruction | English |
Housing assistance | Assistance with finding off-campus housing is available for students throughout the month of August. Limited on-campus housing is available for incoming exchange students. Please see the Residence Services website for further details. |
Estimated living costs per month | Living costs are approximately 1800 CAD per month (estimate from 2023). You can find a more detailed breakdown of expenses here. |
Credits and grading | You can find information on this university’s credits in the credit conversion table |
Number of places available | 16 places per year, maybe even more for 2023-2024 |
Selection | If you would like to study in Canada, University of Victoria is a very good and safe choice. There are plenty places available and we are confident that all students can be placed. |

Contact
If you have any questions about this universitywide partner university, contact the universitywide International Office:

Australia, New Zealand, South Afrika & Spain*
Name: Ms. Tessel Arendsen
E-mail: region3@uu.nl
* only Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Erasmus+ grant questions
The International Office can only help you with questions related to the content of your Learning Agreement and with signing documents on behalf of the Sending Institution.
For all other Erasmus+ grant related questions, please refer to the Erasmus+ grants for Studies page (scroll down to “Contact the Erasmus Office” to make an appointment) or send an e-mail to erasmus@uu.nl
For questions about faculty programmes and internships, contact the Faculty International Offices.
Phone availability
Phone: +31 (0)30-2531224
Office hours for calling: Tuesday and Thursday, 14:00-15:30
Make an appointment via Teams
We are available for appointments via Teams. If you have a question, use the calendar below to make an appointment.
If you are unable to make it to your appointment, please do not forget to cancel.