---
title: University of Victoria
description: Public university in Victoria with strong visual arts department
url: "https://www.artsume.com/o/university-of-victoria"
type: organization
createdAt: 2025-12-10
updatedAt: 2026-09-02
organizationType: School / university
location: "Victoria, BC, Canada"
website: "https://www.uvic.ca"
yearFounded: 1963
---

# University of Victoria

*School / university • Victoria, BC, Canada*

## About

Public university in Victoria with strong visual arts department

The University of Victoria (UVic) is a public research university in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Founded in 1963, the Department of Visual Arts offers BFA and MFA programs, combining classroom learning with hands-on studio practice, mentorship, and exploration of traditional and experimental art forms.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1963
- **Address:** 3800 Finnerty Road, Victoria, British Columbia V8N 1B3, Canada
- **Website:** https://www.uvic.ca
- **Social Media:** instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uvicarts/, twitter: https://twitter.com/UVicFineArts, facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UVic.VISU/

## Programs

View current programs from University of Victoria on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/university-of-victoria