Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology (Co-op Optional)

at University of Victoria Canada

History is serious business. Many conflicts are the result of historical myths passed off as truths to those without the tools to evaluate them critically. The ability to recall and evaluate the past is fundamental to the functioning of human society. We need to understand the paths that brought societies to where they are today. History gives us the tools to reflect on who we are, where we have come from, and where we might go.

As a humanities student, you'll explore languages, literature and philosophy. You'll learn how people have created the world and how they, in turn, are created by it. You can immerse yourself in the study of old and new global cultures. And you'll explore the complexities, contradictions and beauty of the world around you.

Apply to UVic as an Area Undecided student if you're interested in the humanities, but aren't ready to pick a program. You can use your first year to decide on a direction for your studies and have flexibility in what classes you can take, then declare your program when you're ready.

As a mechanical engineer, you'll use your scientific knowledge, problem-solving, design and teamwork skills to find solutions for real-world problems. This exciting field includes innovative design for automotive, marine and aerospace applications; intelligent robotic systems; biomedical devices; new tools; and processes to produce advanced materials, novel micro- and nano-devices, and clean energy systems.

Areas of focus:-

• Advanced materials
• Biomedical engineering
• Computer-aided engineering and advanced manufacturing
• Energy systems
• Mechatronics
• Thermo-fluids and aerodynamics

Learn about cutting-edge topics such as immunology, mechanisms of infectious disease, genetic engineering and biotechnology. You have the opportunity to become proficient in technical skills through highly rated laboratory training, a successful o-op program and courses where you will conduct experimental research under the guidance of a department member.

Health information science bridges the worlds of health care, management and technology. It includes developing and managing the latest information technology applications securely and effectively within health care organizations. Pursue the technical aspects of our health care systems and informatics issues. Your studies will include the fundamentals of software engineering, operating systems, human-computer interaction, programming languages and computer hardware.

Learn about the place and function of religions in society—today and in the past. Study the important role that religion plays in the social, political and artistic dimensions of human societies. Our program reflects the growing diversity of belief systems within Canada, emphasizing the need to understand differences and similarities between religions in our increasingly interconnected world.

Learn about cutting-edge topics such as proteomics, genomics, gene expression and development, metabolic diseases and bioinformatics. You have the opportunity to become proficient in technical skills through highly rated laboratory techniques courses, a successful cooperative education program and courses that allow you to conduct experimental research under the guidance of a department member.

You will examine the “stuff” of the world around us–whether it’s paint, plastics, perfume, pills or pizza, the materials of modern life are chemicals. Learn about and experience exciting chemistry fundamentals and leading-edge scientific discoveries. Interested in research? If so, there are many opportunities to pursue real research from second year onward.

Choose from a wide range of traditional and cutting-edge courses that consider literature from a variety of perspectives. Feed your imagination, challenge your intellect and enhance the pleasure of reading. Our courses, whether in literature or professional communication, develop your ability to write well and to analyze texts effectively.

Indigenous and non-Indigenous students are invited to study the social, political, cultural and historical contexts that have shaped the ongoing existence and resistance of Indigenous peoples locally and around the world. Indigenous Studies combines Indigenous ways of knowing and learning with an inclusive approach to perspectives found in other disciplines. Our program encourages intercultural understanding on campus, in community and on the land.