The University of Victoria (UVic) is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities. We are located in Victoria, on the BC coast.
The UVic Edge is where dynamic learning and vital impact meet, in Canada's most extraordinary environment for discovery and innovation. Together, these elements nurture creative activity and ground us in the urgency of sustainability and healthy societies; shape our world view with Indigenous and international perspectives; and fuel our commitment to economic well-being, technological advances, and social justice.
Why Choose UVic ?
Thinking at a higher level
- World-class learning
At UVic we combine three elements: dynamic learning, vital impact and our extraordinary academic environment.
Together, these three elements nurture an environment of discovery, innovation and creativity. This fortifies our work in sustainability and healthy societies. It shapes our world view with diverse perspectives, including those from Indigenous and international communities. It fuels our commitment to economic well-being, technological advances and social justice.
- Dynamic learning
- Vital impact
- Extraordinary academic environment
- Research strengths
Our research makes a vital impact on people, places and the planet.
We have identified five overlapping impact areas where we are uniquely positioned to make a difference:
- Climate, environmental change and sustainability
- Health and wellness
- Indigenous-led scholarship
- Social justice and equity
- Technology and the human experience
- Economic impact
UVic is a proud partner in the Greater Victoria and BC economy. We work with governments, First Nations, businesses and non-profits towards economic and social prosperity. From jobs to research solutions to our alumni making a global impact, we’re a key contributor to a bright future.
- Administration & governance
Our Strategic Plan outlines UVic’s vision, values and priorities. It inspires our excellence in research, creative activity, teaching, service, commitment to diversity and inclusion, and engagement to serve students, communities and the world.
Our university plans guide the operational directions for a wide range of UVic activities.
UVic operates under the authority of the University Act and is governed by a Board of Governors and Senate.
- 580+ patents filed to date
- 1,145+ invention disclosures to date
- 169 start-up companies to date
- #1 among Canadian comprehensive universities for preparing career-ready students (2022 Times Higher Education Global University Employability Ranking).
- Consistently the top university in North America for international research collaboration (Leiden, 2011-2023)
A top-ranked Canadian university
> 1 Canadian comprehensive university for graduate employability
> #1 In canada for making research accessible to the public
> #1 In north america for international research collaboration
> Top 10 sustainable index ranking for air and climate in north america
