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Immersive exercises

Behavioural Medicine Lab researchers study the power of virtual reality workouts

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Start the health career you've dreamed of

For 50+ years, the University of Victoria has been leading the way in unique health and wellness programs. From practice to practitioner, we combine hands-on practicums, community-engaged learning, cutting-edge primary care partnerships and human health programs.

Better education, better health futures

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Our undergraduate health programs are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to make a meaningful impact in your community and beyond.

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Our graduate health programs are built on research and real-world experience. This mix of ideas and practice gives our students a strong advantage.

Indigenous health & wellness

Our vision is to elevate the Faculty of Health to become a national beacon of inclusivity and excellence in Canada.

Stories & news

Meet Lansdowne Scholar Karen Urbanoski

August 31, 2026

Karen Urbanoski is the Faculty of Health’s inaugural Lansdowne scholar. A professor in the School of Public Health and Social Policy at the University of Victoria, Urbanoski held the tier...

How to find your passion at UVic

Zeina Ebeid discovered her passion for technology at the University of Victoria. After graduating with a dual degree in Computer Science and Health Information Science, Ebeid returned to her...

UVic receives $1.1 million to build equitable health systems 

June 10, 2026

The University of Victoria (UVic) has been awarded $1.1 million to support research aimed at strengthening equitable and resilient public health...

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Territory acknowledgement

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Campus tour

Take our virtual tour to see the natural beauty of the UVic campus from wherever you are in the world.

Launch Experience