Bachelor of Arts in Sociology(Co-op Optional)

at University of Victoria Canada

Philosophy explores the most fundamental questions of life, the questions that people across all ages and cultures have always asked themselves about the world and their place in it: what is the meaning of life? What is the ultimate nature of reality? Does God exist? Are there objective standards of right and wrong? Is there life after death? Basic philosophical issues touch almost all aspects of life.

Areas of focus:-

• Applied ethics (minor)

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.

Economics is a way of thinking, analyzing society’s choices given limited resources, using quantitative and analytic tools. These tools are used to address a wide range of issues, e.g., markets, health, environment, finance, and public policy. We offer major and honours BA or BSc programs, with the possibility of a business or finance option, and a double major in Financial Mathematics and Economics.

Areas of focus:-

• Business economics
• Financial economics

Mathematics serves as the common language of science and is the study of number, quantity, arrangement, pattern and space. You will develop skills in abstract reasoning, problem-solving, and communication. You will learn how to approach questions mathematically. The flexibility of our program will allow you to follow your passion in any combination of pure, applied, or discrete mathematics.

The Pacific and Asian region has always engaged the world’s curiosity as a cultural and economic powerhouse. Each region—China, Japan, Oceania and Southeast Asia—has its own mix of complex histories, cultural traditions, and vibrant languages. Increase your cultural knowledge by taking classes about this ever-changing region.

Areas of focus

• Japanese studies (minor)
• Chinese studies (minor)
• Pacific and Asian studies (minor)
• Southeast Asian studies (minor)

What do Friedrich Nietzsche, the Brothers Grimm and Nosferatu have in common? They all have Germanic roots. Germanic studies lets you build language proficiency, explore new cultures and worldviews and even study or work in a German-speaking country. You’ll explore topics including German language, Germanic cultural studies, Holocaust education and memorialization, and multimedia and film studies.

Areas of focus:-

• Germanic studies 
• Slavic studies (Russian, Ukrainian and Eastern European)

Do you want to do business by doing good? We do too! Develop in-demand business skills that focus on corporate sustainability and social responsibility. Explore the world of international business on study exchange or in our specialization option. Build your entrepreneurship toolkit to start your own business and learn the art of the customer "wow" in our service management specialization options.

Areas of focus

• Entrepreneurship
• International business
• Service management

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.

Computer engineers focus their skills on computer systems, especially the interaction between the hardware and software components of those systems. They also have a strong background in software design and understand the interface between different pieces of hardware and how computer systems integrate into the larger picture.

Areas of focus

• Communications
• Computational intelligence
• Computer systems
• Digital and embedded systems
• Digital signal processing
• Electrical energy systems
• Electromagnetics and photonics
• Electronics
• Mechatronics
• Networks security and privacy

Psychology, the scientific study of behaviour and mental processes, addresses fascinating questions that lie at the heart of human experience. Our program offers you a unique combination of strong foundational knowledge, a vibrant research community and hands-on field experience. You will work with your professors and classmates on important issues like how the brain and mind work, and healthy development.

Areas of focus:-

• Lifespan
• Mental health and wellbeing
• Mind and brain
• Social psychology