Academic school/college: Faculty of Science. This four-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) program in Earth Sciences, within a Faculty of Science comprised of over 140 members and 100 support employees, offers research-intensive opportunities for students to work closely with internationally renowned faculty. The curriculum will likely cover areas such as geology, oceanography, atmospheric science, environmental geoscience, and potentially specialized fields. The program offers a co-operative education (co-op) option, allowing students to include up to 4 terms of paid work experience, integrating academic learning with practical application.

Career options can include roles in environmental consulting, natural resource management, government geological surveys, oceanographic research, atmospheric science, geotechnical engineering, mining and mineral exploration, and research and academia. The optional co-op program, providing up to 16 months of paid work experience, significantly enhances career prospects and provides valuable industry connections.

The University of Victoria (UVic) boasts the largest co-operative education ("co-op") program in Western Canada, offering up to 16 months of paid work experience. It provides a safe, very welcoming, and inclusive community on a beautiful eco-friendly campus. Located in Victoria, the charming capital city of British Columbia, Canada, students benefit from a supportive environment in a picturesque setting with access to diverse natural environments relevant to Earth Sciences.