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Co-operative education (co-op) lets you try out career options and gain valuable paid work experience. Fifty-six percent of UVic students take part in co-op terms and graduate with work experience in their field. More than half of students who take part in co-op land a job offer before they graduate.<\/p>\n
Most UVic co-op programs are optional, which means you\u2019ll apply at the start of your second year. Other programs have co-op built into the curriculum so you\u2019ll automatically participate as part of your degree.<\/p>\n
You’ll earn 4.5 units (3.0 for graduate-level students) of additive credits for each completed co-op work term. These credits go towards the co-op designation. You’ll receive this on your diploma upon graduation.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll have full-time student status during your co-op work term.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”2. Why should I join Co-op?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”3. When should I join?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
We encourage<\/span>\u00a0undergraduate<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>students to apply to the co-op program as soon as they finish their first year of study at\u00a0<\/span><\/span>UVic, or<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>have completed an\u00a0<\/span><\/span>equivalent of first year Social Sciences coursework from another institution.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Graduate students are encouraged to apply as soon as they enter their academic program.<\/span><\/p>\n We have one admission period each year: June 10 – September 20.\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”4. How do I join Co-op?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Please find the information on the How to join Co-op<\/a> page.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”5. What is the difference between Co-op and Work Experience?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The only difference between the two programs is how many work terms you complete before you graduate. You do not need to commit to a set number of work terms at any point.<\/span><\/p>\n When you apply for graduation, we will review the number of work terms you have accumulated.<\/span><\/p>\n For Social Sciences undergraduate students, you have completed 3 <\/span>or more\u00a0<\/span>work terms alternating with academic terms,\u00a0<\/span>or 12 months of consecutive work,\u00a0<\/span>by the time you graduate to earn a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>co-op<\/strong>\u00a0distinction<\/strong><\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n For Social Sciences graduate students, you have completed 2 or more\u00a0work terms alternating with academic terms by the time you graduate to earn a\u00a0co-op<\/strong>\u00a0distinction<\/strong>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n If you complete less than the required number of work terms for a co-op designation<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>you<\/span>\u00a0will\u00a0<\/span>receive\u00a0<\/span>credit for\u00a0<\/span><\/span>work<\/span>\u2013<\/span><\/strong>experience<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>on<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>you<\/span>r<\/span>\u00a0transcript<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n All other facets of the programs are identical. Students have the same obligations and rights, access to the same jobs, etc.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”6.\tI\u2019m in my 4th year of studies, should I apply to co-op or the work experience program?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n It\u2019s not too late, however given that you need to complete the mandatory IPP class prior to looking for a work term job, you will have most success if you are already clear in the sector or field you want to secure a work term in. Contact your co-op coordinator to ensure you have a strategy in place to help you succeed in the co-op program with the limited academic terms you have left. Securing a job is not gauranteed so we advice students to apply earlier in their studies as it can take some practice and time to successfully secure a job for a work term.<\/p>\n If you don\u2019t complete the 3 work terms required for co-op designation, let us know and our office can let Records know to switch you to work experience so that you can apply to graduate.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”7.\tCan I graduate on a work term? ” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Yes you can now graduate on a work term, however we still strongly recommend that you try to be flexible on securing work terms before you are set to graduate as this provides with the most opportunities to secure a job relevant to your goals and field of interest.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Eligibility Questions” module_id=”EligibilityQuestions” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”1. Who can participate in Social Science Co-op?” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n As a student, you need to:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”2. Can graduate students participate in Co-op?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Social Science Co-op is open to graduate students (<\/span>both MSc. MA. and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Ph<\/span>D<\/span>) in the following programs: Anthropology, Economics Environmental Studies, Geography, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Graduate students are encourag<\/span>ed to apply as soon as they enter their\u00a0<\/span><\/span>academic\u00a0<\/span><\/span>program.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>All graduate students are eligible to participate if they obtain permission from their thesis\/project supervisor.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”3. Can international students participate in Co-op?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n International students are able and encouraged to participate in all co-op programs.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>The co-op program can support you in applying for your co-op work permit.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Just know that the work permit can take up to 12 weeks to be approved by IRCC so we encourage students to plan for a summer co-op work term when they just join the co-op program. In rare cases you may be able to start your co-op work term in January, or Spring.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”4. Are transfer students able to participate?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Transfer students are eligible to join co-op,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>using the same<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>criteria<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>as\u00a0<\/span><\/span>UVic students<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>To be admitted, y<\/span>ou will need one year of\u00a0<\/span><\/span>social sciences\u00a0<\/span><\/span>coursework\u00a0<\/span><\/span>from<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>the previous institution.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span>I<\/span>f you have transferred to UVic from another\u00a0<\/span><\/span>institution<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>the co-op office can view your<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>transcript<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u2013 Just indicate that you are a transfer student on your enrolment form and u<\/span><\/span>pload your transcript from your previous institution when applying to coop.<\/p>\n If we require any add<\/span>itional information from you, we will reach out.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”5. What are the eligibility criteria for joining Social Science Co-op?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n To join social sciences co-op, you must be a full-time student and have completed your first year of study. You should not have completed all the coursework for your degree as the program is meant to be completed during your curricular studies. For program-specific requirements, please check here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”6. Can I join Co-op in my final year of studies?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n This is possible, depending on timing and other\u00a0<\/span><\/span>considerations. If this is the case for you, please make sure to contact your coordinator.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”7. Can I end my program on a work term?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n This depends on timing and other considerations. If this is the case for you, please make sure to contact your coordinator.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”8. I will be done my courses after this term, and am applying for graduate studies \/ full time work. I may have a gap term. Can I do a co-op work term during the gap?” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n This depends on timing and other<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>considerations. If this is the case for you, please make sure to contact your coordinator. Please make sure to discuss this with your Coordinator ahead of time.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][et_pb_heading title=”Processes and Fees” module_id=”ProcessesandFees” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”4px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”1. How long will it take the Co-op office to process my co-op application?” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n\n