Expanded Qualifications: Engineering and Computer Science
If you're applying to Engineering or Computer Science, you can submit a Personal Information Profile (PIP) to support your application to UVic. Expanded Qualifications is optional, and you only need to submit if you think your self-reported grades will not be sufficient for admission.
IMPORTANT: Review the general requirements for the Expanded Qualifications admission category to ensure that your submission will be considered.
When do I submit?
You can submit Expanded Qualifications information after you have applied to UVic and received your introductory email from your admission assistant.
The submission deadline is April 1. Decisions are usually made in early May.
What do I submit?
Send an email to your admission assistant with the following documents included as attachments.
1. Personal Information Profile
Download and complete the Personal Information Profile.
2. Personal essay (maximum of one page)
Your personal essay should outline why you wish to enter the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science and explain how the activities you list in your Personal Information Profile contribute to your preparation and motivation for success as an engineer or computer scientist.
Submit your personal essay as a PDF or Microsoft Word file. It should be no longer than one page, single-spaced with a minimum 12-point font.
3. Letter of reference (maximum of one page)
Your letter of reference should support the statements you make in your personal essay. The reference should preferably be from an educator, but can also be from another individual such as a community leader, coach, supervisor or employer. References from friends or family members will not be considered.
Submit your letter of reference as a PDF file. It must be signed and dated by the referee.