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University of Victoria

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  • Co-op option

    Work experience

    Optional Environmental Studies co-op normally begins with application in second year. Complete three work terms and maintain GPA 5.0 in Environmental Studies and overall. A term normally has15 weeks at35 hours per week; the calendar states a minimum of12 weeks and/or420 hours. Placement is not guaranteed.

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  • 82% estimated minimum

    Published threshold

    Published eligibility threshold: 82% estimated minimum. Undated public guidance checked 2026-10-30. Ontario high-school route. The university labels this an estimated minimum based on recent cycles; actual future admission averages may be higher. English 4U requires 73%. Five further 4U/4M courses are required. This is not an admitted-student range or a guaranteed cutoff; individual expanded-qualification consideration remains separate.

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Deadlines

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  • Apply to UVic for the first-year housing guarantee

    Fall 2027 entry; 2027–28 first-year housing guarantee · Students graduating directly from high school in 2027 and seeking first-year residence guarantee.

    Housing policy explicitly requires a UVic application by January 31 for this 2027–28 group. Program-specific deadlines and supplementary requirements may differ.

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  • Applications go through EducationPlannerBC
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  • Verbatim sense: high school students who apply and submit grades/transcripts by early December can be considered for early admission and may receive offers within a few weeks
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  • No central B.C. deadline
  • Each institution and sometimes each program sets its own dates
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Verbatim: "Each institution sets their own application open and close dates. These dates also may vary based on the program you are applying to. You can use the search database to explore programs you are interested in applying to or visit the institution's website directly. Please refer to the institution's website or contact the Admissions/Registrar's Office directly for application deadlines and details." EducationPlannerBC is the single application service for B.C.'s 25 public post-secondary institutions but publishes no deadline dates of its own.

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Requirements

Admission requirements

High-school prerequisites
  • English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 (minimum 73%)73% min.
  • Three approved academic 12 courses
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Application steps
  1. Step 1Check the admission requirements
    • Check the published entry route for your applicant category.
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  2. Step 2Apply through EducationPlannerBC
    • Create your application and select this program.
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  3. Step 3Final official academic transcripts
    • Official transcripts must come directly from the school, institution, ministry or other issuing authority. Current Ontario students who include an OUAC reference number receive an automatic transfer; other Ontario applicants arrange school submission. Follow the published instructions for your province and any postsecondary studies.
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  4. Step 4Certified English translation for non-English records
    • An official transcript written in another language must include a notarized English translation by a certified translator. This applies to the international school and postsecondary records described on UVic's page.
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  5. Step 5Apply through EducationPlannerBC to the entry degree specified by UVic for your high-school or transfer route.
    • Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
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  6. Step 6Submit transcripts and any conditional English-language evidence requested by the applicant checklist.
    • Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
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Applicant pathways
How to enter this programme

Direct high-school and named transfer routes; select the required entry degree before later declaration

  • Apply directly to this program as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution.
  • The major in Environmental Studies must be combined with another degree program as a double major or honours/major. You can indicate your second program when you declare your major after one year of full-time study.
  • Alternatively, you can apply to another major and then add this program as a minor after one year of full-time study.
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Entry requirements: British Columbia & Yukon; Canadian high schools

British Columbia & Yukon; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Grade 11 courses
  • Approved English 11
  • Foundations of Mathematics 11 or Pre‑calculus 11
  • Approved science 11
  • Approved social studies 11/12
  • Grade 12 courses
  • English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 (minimum 73%)
  • Three approved academic 12 courses
  • See all approved high school courses for BC and Yukon .
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Alberta & Nunavut; Canadian high schools

Alberta & Nunavut; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Grade 11 courses
  • English Language Arts 20‑1
  • Mathematics 20‑1 or 20‑2
  • Approved science 20
  • Approved social studies 20
  • Grade 12 courses
  • English Language Arts 30‑1 (minimum 73%)
  • Three approved academic 30/31 courses
  • See all approved high school courses for Alberta and Nunavut .
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: International Baccalaureate; Canadian high schools

International Baccalaureate; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Full IB diploma with at least three subjects at the Higher Level
  • English HL or SL (minimum score of 3)
  • Estimated IB score
  • Estimated scores are based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual score required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated IB score : 28 points (excluding additional points)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Manitoba; Canadian high schools

Manitoba; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Grade 11 courses
  • English Language Arts 30S
  • Applied Math 30S or Pre‑calculus 30S
  • Approved science 30S
  • Approved social studies 30S
  • Grade 12 courses
  • English Language Arts 40S (minimum 73%)
  • Three approved academic 40S courses
  • See all approved high school courses for Manitoba .
  • All versions of English Language Arts 30S and English Language Arts 40S are acceptable as the required English courses, except for ELA: English Language & Technical Communication.
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: New Brunswick; Canadian high schools

New Brunswick; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Grade 11 courses
  • English 111 or 112
  • Foundations of Mathematics 110 or Pre‑calculus 110
  • Approved science 111/112
  • Approved social studies 110/111/112
  • Grade 12 courses
  • English 121 or 122 (minimum 73%)
  • Three approved academic 120/121/122 courses
  • See all approved high school courses for New Brunswick .
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Newfoundland & Labrador; Canadian high schools

Newfoundland & Labrador; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Grade 11 courses
  • English Language Arts 2201
  • Math 2200 (advanced) or 2201 (academic)
  • Approved science 2200
  • Approved social studies 2200
  • Grade 12 courses
  • English Language Arts 3201 (minimum 73%)
  • Three approved academic 3200/4200 courses
  • See all approved high school courses for Newfoundland and Labrador .
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Northwest Territories; Canadian high schools

Northwest Territories; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Curriculum change
  • High schools in the Northwest Territories are changing from the Alberta curriculum to the BC curriculum.
  • If you graduate in 2027 (or after), your admission requirements are based on the BC curriculum .
  • If you graduated in 2026 (or before), your admission requirements are based on the Alberta curriculum .
  • Learn more about the JK-12 Curriculum Renewal .
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Entry requirements: Nova Scotia; Canadian high schools

Nova Scotia; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Grade 11 courses
  • English 11 (academic)
  • Math 11 (academic) or Advanced Math 11
  • Approved science 11
  • Approved social studies 11
  • Grade 12 courses
  • English 12 (academic) (minimum 73%)
  • Three approved academic or advanced grade 12 courses
  • See all approved high school courses for Nova Scotia .
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Ontario; Canadian high schools

Ontario; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • English 4U (minimum 73%)
  • Five additional 4U/4M courses
  • See all approved high school courses for Ontario .
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Prince Edward Island; Canadian high schools

Prince Edward Island; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Grade 11 courses
  • English 521A (academic)
  • Math 521A or 521B
  • Approved science 521A
  • Approved social studies 521A
  • Grade 12 courses
  • English 621A (academic) (minimum 73%)
  • Three approved academic or advanced 621 courses
  • See all approved high school courses for Prince Edward Island .
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Quebec; Canadian high schools

Quebec; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • The following admission requirements are for private high schools in Québec that follow the Ontario curriculum. If you're attending a CÉGEP, refer to the transfer requirements for CÉGEP students .
  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses (Ontario curriculum)
  • English 4U (minimum 73%)
  • Five additional 4U/4M courses
  • See all approved high school courses for Ontario .
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Saskatchewan; Canadian high schools

Saskatchewan; Canadian high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Grade 11 courses
  • English Language Arts 20
  • Foundations of Math 20 or Pre‑calculus 20
  • Approved science 20
  • Approved social studies 20/30
  • Grade 12 courses
  • English as required by your graduation program (minimum 73% for all courses): Regular English : both of English Language Arts A30 and B30 New SK Regular or SK French Immersion : one English Language Arts course at level 30
  • Three approved academic 30 courses
  • See all approved high school courses for Saskatchewan .
  • The marks from English Language Arts A30 and B30 will be averaged to provide a single English mark that will be used in your admission average calculation.
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 82% (based on the required grade 12 courses)
  • Expanded qualifications
  • Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be considered based on non-academic qualifications.
  • Learn more about expanded qualifications .
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: American curriculum; International high schools

American curriculum; International high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Graduation from a recognized high school with 14 or more college preparatory courses
  • 4 English (minimum C+ in senior-level English)
  • 3 math
  • 2 science
  • 3 social studies
  • 1 language
  • 1 additional language or 1 fine arts
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : Minimum 3.30 (cumulative unweighted GPA)
  • Standardized tests
  • Standardized tests are not required , but will be considered if submitted.
  • SAT score : minimum 1250 (UVic code 0989)
  • Composite ACT score : minimum 26 (UVic code 5327)
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Entry requirements: British curriculum; International high schools

British curriculum; International high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) and Advanced Level Examinations
  • One of the following combinations (minimum grade of "C" in each exam): 3 A-level exams 2 A-level exams and 2 AS-level exams in distinct subjects 4 AS-level exams in distinct subjects
  • English at the ordinary or advanced level
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • A-level grades : BBC (based on 3 exams)
  • If you haven't written three A-level exams, your application will be evaluated using a combination of 2 A-level and 2 AS-level exams, or on 4 AS-level exams.
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Entry requirements: China; International high schools

China; International high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Senior secondary school graduation showing grade results for Senior Years 1, 2 and 3 with a minimum overall average of 80%
  • Huikao or Xuekao
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average : 83% (based on the average from years 10 to 12)
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Entry requirements: India; International high schools

India; International high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Twelve years of academic preparation and one of the following:
  • Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE) or All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) with at least 75%.
  • Year 12 State Board Exams: Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC); applicants with excellent academic results will be considered on a case-by-case basis
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average for Class X board exam results : 78%
  • Estimated admission average for Class XII board exam results : 75%
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: International Baccalaureate; International high schools

International Baccalaureate; International high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Full IB diploma with at least three subjects at the Higher Level
  • English HL or SL (minimum score of 3)
  • Estimated IB score
  • Estimated scores are based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual score required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated IB score : 28 points (excluding additional points)
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Mexico; International high schools

Mexico; International high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Successful completion of Bachillerato
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average: 8.2 (based on the overall average of grades 10-12)
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Vietnam; International high schools

Vietnam; International high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Completion of Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate and National High School Graduation Examination
  • Recommended admission average
  • The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Estimated admission average: 7.6 (based on years 10-12 with good scores required on the Certificate of Examination Results)
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: All other curriculums; International high schools

All other curriculums; International high schools applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Required courses
  • Twelve years of academic preparation and graduation from a recognized senior secondary school or completion of a recognized diploma program.
  • Applicants must satisfy the minimum admission requirements for international students .
  • High school graduation examinations or university entrance examinations offered in the home country may also be required.
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: BC college; Post-secondary institutions

BC college; Post-secondary institutions applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Minimum required average
  • Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
  • If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Canadian college of applied arts and technology; Post-secondary institutions

Canadian college of applied arts and technology; Post-secondary institutions applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Minimum required average
  • Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
  • If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Canadian institute of technology; Post-secondary institutions

Canadian institute of technology; Post-secondary institutions applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Minimum required average
  • Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
  • If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: Canadian university (including UVic); Post-secondary institutions

Canadian university (including UVic); Post-secondary institutions applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Minimum required average
  • Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
  • If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: CÉGEP; Post-secondary institutions

CÉGEP; Post-secondary institutions applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Minimum requirements
  • One or more years of an approved diploma program with a minimum average of 70% or "B" (5.00 on the UVic 9-point scale) on all courses attempted
  • Two semesters of English
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: US college or university; Post-secondary institutions

US college or university; Post-secondary institutions applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Minimum required average
  • Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
  • If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Entry requirements: All other post-secondary institutions; Post-secondary institutions

All other post-secondary institutions; Post-secondary institutions applicants to this exact programme; estimates are labelled by UVic

  • The following admission requirements are the minimums as stated in the UVic academic calendar. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity.
  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission .
  • Minimum required average
  • Admission averages include all repeated and failed courses.
  • If you have not completed the equivalent of 12 UVic units or at least one year of a diploma program, you are also required to meet the high school requirements for Year 1 entry.
UVic current exact programme requirements by education system
Standard undergraduate applicant classification

High-school, transfer and second-degree applicants

  • The standard process covers graduating high-school students; graduates who have not studied full-time at college/university; college/university transfer students; and college/university graduates seeking a second bachelor degree. The selected programme determines the actual academic requirements.
  • A visiting/exchange student remains enrolled at a home institution and is a different category from degree admission. A partnership supports exchange; otherwise a letter of permission may support visiting study. No degree admission is inferred from either visiting option.
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Returning UVic student after absence

Applicants previously registered in UVic credit courses

  • A student away for more than one year, defined as three terms, must apply for readmission before registering again. The application may request the previous programme or a new one. A completed/completing four-year degree followed by a new undergraduate programme uses the second-bachelor process.
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Special Access appeal after an initial refusal

First-time UVic applicants whose education was affected by health, disability, family or similar circumstances

  • Be a BC resident, at least23 on the first day of classes, satisfy all faculty/programme prerequisites, and have not attempted a full year or equivalent of university study. Apply through the standard process first; after refusal, discuss an appeal with the assigned admission assistant.
  • The appeal package includes a personal account of the circumstances and educational impact, a résumé of work since leaving school, and two non-family references on UVic forms. Educational history and non-educational achievements are assessed together; there is no automatic offer or prerequisite exemption.
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Degree requirements

Environmental Studies (Bachelor of Arts - Major)

Environmental Studies (Bachelor of Arts - Major)

  • Earn a minimum grade of B- in each of the following:
  • Complete all of:
  • Complete 1.5 units of: upper-level coursework with a strong emphasis on field or experiential learning selected from the "Approved field and experiential courses" list below.
  • Complete 6 units from ES 300 - 499
  • Complete 3.0 units of: ES 300 - 499 or select from "Approved courses" list below.
  • Select from:
  • Advanced Topics Courses (ES 380, 381, 382, 480, 481, 482), ES field courses, courses from other units on campus, or courses from other institutions may also be used to meet this requirement (subject to approval by the undergraduate adviser).
  • Other 300- and 400- level courses from other units on campus may also be used to meet this requirement (subject to approval by the undergraduate advisor).
  • The Major in Environmental Studies must be combined with another Honours or Major program.
  • Up to 6.0 units of ER and TCA courses (in addition to ES and ER cross-listed courses), with no more than 4.5 unit in either area, may be applied to an Environmental Studies Major.
  • Refer to the Environmental Studies Co-operative Education Requirements .
  • Students are advised to read course descriptions carefully to ensure that they have completed the necessary prerequisites.
Other requirements and route notes
  • Complete 60 units, at least 30 at UVic. The worksheet specifies 21 upper-level units, at least 18 of them at UVic.
ReferencesUVic September 2026 Calendar · Environmental Studies (Bachelor of Arts - Major)Uvic: named envstudies academic-unit locationUVic September 2026 Calendar · ES 200UVic September 2026 Calendar · ES 240UVic September 2026 Calendar · ES 301UVic September 2026 Calendar · ES 321UVic September 2026 Calendar · ES 341University-published work-integrated study: uvic-envstudiesUVic September 2026 Environmental Studies BA planning worksheet

Program facts

Published threshold82% estimated minimum

Ontario high-school route. The university labels this an estimated minimum based on recent cycles; actual future admission averages may be higher. English 4U requires 73%. Five further 4U/4M courses are required. This is not an admitted-student range or a guaranteed cutoff; individual expanded-qualification consideration remains separate.

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Co-opCo-op option

Optional Environmental Studies co-op normally begins with application in second year. Complete three work terms and maintain GPA 5.0 in Environmental Studies and overall. A term normally has15 weeks at35 hours per week; the calendar states a minimum of12 weeks and/or420 hours. Placement is not guaranteed.

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Majors & specializations

Choose the applicable degree route; its course and option requirements are distinct from other listed variants.

Community Engagement

BA

Take courses in community-engaged learning and work or conduct research with community partners.

Published requirements

Courses

Environmental Studies BA Major requirements, completed in the required double-major combination; this is not a standalone single-major BA. Environmental Studies BA Major combined with a second Major or Honours program.

Year 2 · Environmental Studies core2 listed

The recommended plan uses Year 1 for the other program, electives and academic writing.

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Years 3 and 4 · Environmental Studies core3 listed

Also complete 1.5 units in approved field or experiential study and 9 additional approved Environmental Studies units.

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Additional published courses
Elective choices
Environmental Studies (Bachelor of Arts - Major)

Environmental Studies (Bachelor of Arts - Major)

  • Complete 1.5 units of: upper-level coursework with a strong emphasis on field or experiential learning selected from the "Approved field and experiential courses" list below.
  • Complete 3.0 units of: ES 300 - 499 or select from "Approved courses" list below.
  • Select from:
Study routes

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  • Environmental Studies (Bachelor of Arts - Major)
Study locations
Published academic-unit location
The School of Environmental Studies lists its office in David Turpin Building, B-Wing, room B243. This is the school contact office; individual teaching rooms and community or field-study sites are separate.Uvic: named envstudies academic-unit location
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Careers

Career examples

  • Sustainability coordinator
  • Environmental impact assessment officer
  • Urban or regional planner

Career sectors

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  • Climate action campaigner
Career sectorsPublished career information
Scope and qualifications

University-published career examples for Environmental Studies, including its published routes; some require further training or registration. These are examples, not ranked graduate outcomes.

Costs

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2026–27 · Calculator estimate · Two study terms · CAD

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Tuition$6,544
Books and suppliesNot researched
Residence
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Meal plan
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Rates effective May 2026 · International first-year tuition; ancillary fees extra

Housing and meals are outside this estimate.

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