How to apply
Indigenous Language Revitalization applications
Applications for the community-based partnerships are submitted by paper application only.
Please contact IED's Program Assistant for assistance in applying to these programs at iedlpa@uvic.ca or 250-721-7824.
Teacher Education applications
Indigenous Education is available to support you in your application and during your course of study. Please contact the Program Assistant for more information (see contact info. above).
Distinct access initiatives
The Faculty of Education is committed to increasing the number of teachers, kinesiologists and recreation & health education professionals with Indigenous ancestry.
In recognition of the BC Ministries of Education and Advanced Education's mandate to increase access for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students, the Faculty of Education has developed distinct access initiatives.
Reserved seats
Five per cent of the positions in the faculty's elementary and secondary teacher education programs will be held for First Nations, Métis and Inuit applicants who meet the faculty's requirements as well as the First Nations, Métis and Inuit application requirements (PDF).
Exceptional admission
Exceptional students who do not meet the admission requirements may be eligible for admission through a case-by-case review process by ensuring Part C of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit application form (PDF) is complete and submitted with their application.
Application forms
When you're ready to apply to the Faculty of Education, be sure to complete the application for students of First Nations, Métis or Inuit ancestry (PDF), as well as the appropriate application for your program of choice.
If you are unable to access the applications online, contact Program Assistant at 250-721-7824 or Education advising at 250-721-7271 for assistance.