University Of Victoria

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History, Affiliations and Rankings Founded in 1903, the University of Victoria is a prominent non-private research institution located in Victoria, Canada. One of the largest comprehensive universities in Canada known for preparing career-ready graduates, along with its dynamic learning, impact and learning environment, the University of Victoria was established with the aim to solve the world's major challenges through innovation, technology and social development. The origin of the university can be dated back to 1903 when it was known as Victoria College and was awarded degree granting powers in 1963. The University of Victoria is affiliated with Universities Canada (AUCC), the International Association of Universities (IAU), the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) and the Canadian University Press (CUP). It ranks #334 in the QS World University Rankings and in the bracket #301-350 in Times Higher Education World University Rankings for the year 2022.

History of University Of Victoria

Infrastructure, Campuses and Courses Spread across a 403-acre land, the university features world-class infrastructure including art studios, libraries, laboratories and computer labs.a wide range of Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral degree programs and diploma courses. Home to around 20,000 students out of which 3,446 are graduate students, the university is regarded as one of the largest institutions in North America. The University of Victoria maintains a top-class infrastructure and highly-qualified experienced faculty members. The main faculties of the university include Social Sciences, Sciences, Humanities, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Human and Social Development. The university also comprises several colleges such as Peter B. Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria Law and Continuing Studies. It offers immense research opportunities in fields such as Health and Life Sciences, Mathematics and Computer Science, Ocean Science and Technology, Culture and Creativity, Indigenous Research, Global Studies and Social Justice, Data Science & Cyber-Physical Systems and Climate & Energy.