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I am a newly accepted student
Welcome to UVic
We're excited for you because we know the adventure and self-discovery a university experience inspires. Joining the UVic community will be one of the best, most memorable experiences in your life. Over 97% of our recent graduates have reported being satisfied or very satisfied with their UVic experience. We want you to be among our many satisfied alumni in years to come so we've built a strong support network for you, from your first campus tour until you complete your degree.
The Academic Program and Winter Registration Guide 2008-2009 has all the information you need to prepare for course registration.
uSource
UVic. Any time. Anywhere.
Now that you're part of UVic, you get direct access to uSource. This is where you can be kept up to date on what's going on, check your email, register for classes and so much more.
New Student Orientation
We can't recommend strongly enough that you plan to participate in new student orientation. This is the ideal way to get to know the campus, the Faculty and staff, and make friends!
Student Transition Centre
Don't know where to go? Want to know how you can get involved? The Student Transition Centre is open from 10:30-3 Monday to Friday. It's a great way to get support before you arrive or during your time at UVic.
Summer
Classes
The UVic summer term gives our students an additional academic opportunity to take an extra class or make up some ground for prerequisites. Visit the Registrar's Summer studies page to learn more about the exciting opportunities that await you and your fellow new students.
ED-D101
study skills
The university experience is centered on learning new skills. And who says they can't be study skills? Whether you're coming directly from high school, transferring from a college, or have had some time away from the classroom, UVic has a course to help you become a better student. ED-D101 is designed to help you achieve academic success. For a complete course description visit the ED-D 101 calendar.
Social
Clubs
With over 80 clubs and social organizations registered with the University of Victoria Students Society (UVSS), you can find a group that shares your interests. If it turns out that we don't have a club for your particular area, then start one up. A complete list of social clubs can be found on the University of Victoria Students Society (UVSS) site.
Peer Support
and Advising
Adjusting to life in a new place can be a bit overwhelming. No matter if you're new to Victoria, new to UVic, or facing a new problem, you can find someone who wants to listen at the UVic Peer Helper Program. Current students volunteer their time to go through specialized training in order to provide a helpful sounding board for other students. Services are confidential, and offered by students who know the kinds of problems that you might encounter. Detailed information can be found at the UVic Peer Helping Program.
A university degree can offer a lot of choices, and we know you want to complete your degree in a timely manner. Each Faculty has their own services for advising. Make sure to book an appointment with your advisor early so that you stay focused toward earning your degree.
- Advising Services for Faculties of Humanities, Science & Social Sciences
- Faculty of Business Advising Centre
- Faculty of Education Advising Centre
- Faculty of Engineering Advising Centre
- Faculty of Fine Arts Advising Centre
- Career Counselling & Resources
Help
Centres
The Math Centre and the Writing Centre provide free services to assist students in improving math and writing skills. As part of the larger Learning and Teaching Centre, the tutors and staff at these two locations are trained to help students develop their own competencies.
Campus Security
Services
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Links of interest
Academic Calendars
- Academic Calendar
- The official guide to all programs, services and regulations.
- Faculty of Law Calendar
- A comprehensive look at what UVic Law. PDF format.
- Continuing Studies Calendar
- A calendar of adult courses, lectures and workshops. PDF format.
- Distance Education and Immersion Course Guides
- Links to descriptions of UVic's distance online programs.
University Terminology
- University Vocabulary
- General terminology used at University of Victoria.
- Registration and Timetable Glossary
- Specific terminology used in the UVic timetable.
- Terms Used in the Calendar
- Specific terminology used in the UVic calendar.
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