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Gain relevant work experience while earning your degree with UVic's Co-op program.

Enhance your career with UVic's diverse professional development programs.

VITP connects tech companies with essential resources to drive innovation and collaboration.

Connect with licensable technologies and start-ups from UVic to drive innovation.

Career development, experiential learning and employer partnership programs that prepare students for workforce entry through project-based learning, internships and skill training.

Professional certificates, career training, and customized business training that upskill individuals and local workforces.

Capabilities that manage invention disclosure, licensing, industry partnership formation, and commercialization pathways to move university research into licensed products or startups.

Physical hubs that provide leasing, collaboration spaces, programming and partner networks to accelerate start-up growth and regional innovation.

Co-operative Education (Co-op) Program

UVic's Co-operative Education (Co-op) program connects students with paid, real-world work terms integrated with their degree. The program enables hands-on learning, direct employer engagement, and opportunities to earn income while studying. It supports a wide range of disciplines and helps students gain relevant work experience during their degree.

• Achieve Strong Employment Results
  The program is designed for high career outcomes, enabling students to secure job offers even before graduating due to their co-op experiences.
• Gain Paid Work Experience
  Students partake in supervised work placements that are directly tied to their academic programs, allowing them to earn while learning.
• Engage in Diverse Fields
  The co-op program encompasses various academic disciplines, providing a broad scope of opportunities tailored to different educational paths.
• Connect with Employers
  The program fosters robust partnerships with a multitude of employers, facilitating student placements and providing financial assistance for hiring.
• Manage Applications Easily
  Students can efficiently handle their co-op applications, placements, and communications through a dedicated online platform.
• Explore Global Work Terms
  Students can broaden their horizons by exploring international co-op placements and exchange programs, enhancing their global experience.

UVic Professional Development Programs

UVic offers professional development programs including business executive programs, teacher professional development, and other professional programs. Classes may be on campus or online, and programs cover various disciplines to help professionals advance in their careers.

• Diverse Learning Tracks
  Explore a wide range of programs designed to meet the unique needs of professionals across various sectors.
• Elevate Management Skills
  Gain essential management skills tailored for executives, helping you tackle complex business challenges effectively.
• Advance Teaching Skills
  Participate in specialized training that enhances teaching effectiveness and career advancement for K-12 educators.
• Choose Learning Format
  Access courses in a flexible format that suits your lifestyle, whether in person or online.
• Embrace Global Perspectives
  Engage with various cultures and perspectives through tailored programs that prepare international learners for success.

Vancouver Island Technology Park (VITP)

UVic-owned technology park that links emerging technology companies with local, provincial, national and international resources, fostering collaboration and growth.

• Expands Business Reach
  By leveraging a vast network, VITP connects companies with potential collaborators, investors, and clients, enhancing opportunities for business growth.
• Facilitates Networking
  The Collaboration Centre supports entrepreneurs by providing meeting spaces, workshops, and resources that enhance interaction and collaboration among tech companies.
• Showcases Local Innovation
  This feature keeps stakeholders informed about ongoing projects and events, promoting visibility for companies within the technology ecosystem.
• Provides Flexible Space Solutions
  VITP offers leasing options that cater to technology firms at various stages of growth, allowing them to expand in a supportive environment.
• Encourages Knowledge Sharing
  The TechTalk blog enables companies to disseminate their research, successes, and challenges, fostering a culture of learning and engagement within the tech community.

UVic Technologies

UVic Technologies is a catalog of UVic's licensable technologies and start-ups seeking partners, accessible via the IN-PART portal.

• Facilitates Invention Management
  A dedicated team aids faculty, staff, and students in managing inventions, protecting intellectual property, and navigating commercialization processes.
• Offers Diverse Tech Solutions
  Access various technologies developed at UVic in diverse fields, providing potential partners with innovative solutions and research outcomes.
• Connects Start-ups with Partners
  Facilitates relationships between emerging ventures and partners to promote growth and attract investment.
• Fosters Technology Innovation
  Provides a collaborative environment for start-ups and established companies to develop and scale their technologies.