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Making an impact
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New research finds elephant seals using sonar from an Ocean Networks Canada observatory to hunt fish.
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Five prominent UVic scholars honoured for their remarkable contributions in academia and Canadian public life.
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In the midst of a toxic drug crisis in BC, learn how UVic is taking steps to make campus safer for everyone.
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.
News & events
August 19-September 25
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Rankings & reputation
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