Transfer Credit

Transfer credit from other accredited institutions is determined upon admission. Applicants from Canadian Universities will usually receive specific or level credit if the courses successfully completed are similar to the courses offered at UVic. Visiting and non-degree students are not assigned transfer credit. Second degree candidates are normally awarded 30 units of block credit.

Limitations on Transfer Credit

Transfer credit granted on admission to a degree program is not limited but may not normally be applied to the final 30 units of the program. Exceptions to this regulation require the approval of the Dean of the faculty concerned. If a student’s performance warrants a review of transfer credit granted on admission, the University reserves the right to require such a student to make up any deficiencies (without additional credit) before proceeding to studies at a higher level.