Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- CanadaLocation
- Faculty of HumanitiesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Bachelor of Arts (BA)Awards
- $37,576Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Get program information for the philosophy undergraduate program at the University of Victoria.
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component less than 6.0; TOEFL iBT 88 overall with no section less than 20, or an overall score of 4.5 with no section less than 4.0 on the new TOEFL scale; PTE Academic 65 with no skill less than 60; Duolingo English Test (DET) 120 with no subscore below 110; CAEL 70 with no section less than 60; MET (4-skill only) 64; Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 with no skill less than 170. Tests taken more than two years before application are not accepted. (Source: UVic Admissions, English language requirement.) · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 65; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Requirement already met by: four years of full-time secondary and/or post-secondary study in English in Canada or a recognized English-speaking country; four years at a recognized international-curriculum secondary school taught in English; three years of such study including a minimum grade of B in grade 11 English; a completed degree taught in English from an accredited university in a recognized English-speaking country; Grade 12 English in Canada with 86%+ within the last three years; 1.5+ units of transfer credit for university-level English; AP English Language and Composition 4+; AP English Language and Literature 4+; IB Higher Level English A 4+; O-Level English grade B (6) or AS/A-Level English grade C (O-Level English as an Additional/Second Language is not accepted). UVic English Language Centre programs (University Admission Preparation with 80%+ English and 60%+ Canadian Studies, or the University Pathway Program) are also accepted. Conditional admission is available to Business, Engineering and Computer Science, Fine Arts, Art History and Visual Studies, Music (BA), Humanities, Science and Social Sciences with IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), TOEFL iBT 79 (no section below 17) or 4.0 (no section below 3.5), PTE 54, DET 110, CAEL 60 or MET 58. · Application fee: CAD 184.00 if any transcripts come from institutions outside Canada; CAD 89.50 if all transcripts come from institutions within Canada (paid to EducationPlannerBC). Source: UVic undergraduate How to apply.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$37,576 CAD / year≈ $27,629 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsAutomatic entrance scholarship for international students admitted with an A- admission average or equivalent: CAD 15,000 (one-time), 2027-2028 academic year values, no application required (Canadian citizens/permanent residents with 90%+ or 32 IB: CAD 1,500-5,000 one-time). Additional entrance scholarships and awards require an application. Bursaries and the UVic General Bursary program are restricted to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Source: UVic Student Awards & Financial Aid, Entrance scholarships & awards.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: September entry: apply by January 31 (most degree programs). January entry: apply by September 30. Summer entry: apply by March 31. Source: UVic undergraduate Application deadlines. Some programs continue accepting applications after the published deadli…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
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- Average rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Philosophy (BA) cost?
CAD 37,576 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component less than 6.0; TOEFL iBT 88 overall with no section less than 20, or an overall score of 4.5 with no section less than 4.0 on the new TOEFL scale; PTE Academic 65 with no skill less than 60; Duolingo English Test (DET) 120 with no subscore below 110; CAEL 70 with no section less than 60; MET (4-skill only) 64; Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 180 with no skill less than 170. Tests taken more than two years before application are not accepted. (Source: UVic Admissions, English language requirement.) · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 65; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Requirement already met by: four years of full-time secondary and/or post-secondary study in English in Canada or a recognized English-speaking country; four years at a recognized international-curriculum secondary school taught in English; three years of such study including a minimum grade of B in grade 11 English; a completed degree taught in English from an accredited university in a recognized English-speaking country; Grade 12 English in Canada with 86%+ within the last three years; 1.5+ units of transfer credit for university-level English; AP English Language and Composition 4+; AP English Language and Literature 4+; IB Higher Level English A 4+; O-Level English grade B (6) or AS/A-Level English grade C (O-Level English as an Additional/Second Language is not accepted). UVic English Language Centre programs (University Admission Preparation with 80%+ English and 60%+ Canadian Studies, or the University Pathway Program) are also accepted. Conditional admission is available to Business, Engineering and Computer Science, Fine Arts, Art History and Visual Studies, Music (BA), Humanities, Science and Social Sciences with IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5), TOEFL iBT 79 (no section below 17) or 4.0 (no section below 3.5), PTE 54, DET 110, CAEL 60 or MET 58. · Application fee: CAD 184.00 if any transcripts come from institutions outside Canada; CAD 89.50 if all transcripts come from institutions within Canada (paid to EducationPlannerBC). Source: UVic undergraduate How to apply.
Is there a scholarship?
Automatic entrance scholarship for international students admitted with an A- admission average or equivalent: CAD 15,000 (one-time), 2027-2028 academic year values, no application required (Canadian citizens/permanent residents with 90%+ or 32 IB: CAD 1,500-5,000 one-time). Additional entrance scholarships and awards require an application. Bursaries and the UVic General Bursary program are restricted to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Source: UVic Student Awards & Financial Aid, Entrance scholarships & awards.
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