Experience Matters
At UCalgary, hands-on learning opportunities are endless.
The path to where I am today was completely unexpected. There was a period where I felt that I didn’t have a lot going for me. I decided to open myself to new possibilities and say yes to whatever opportunities came my way, even if they were out of my comfort zone. I’m so glad I did.
Saskia Mae-Livingstone
Bachelor of Arts, Law and Society, 2021
Learning beyond the classroom
At UCalgary, learning is not just lectures and essays, it's experiential learning in the classroom and beyond. It's real-world scenarios in work placements, internships, practicums and co-ops. There's experiential learning in the classroom, too, such as labs, creative activities, and classes that let you explore through practical projects and research.
Experiential learning helps you build your resume, explore career options and sets you on a path to success.
Work-integrated learning
Learning on the job is a great way to integrate what you learn in class with real-world situations and gain practical and professional skills. Your program may include an internship, co-op or practicum opportunity, or you can take a class like UNIV 304 to incorporate work-integrated learning into your degree.
Undergraduate research
As a top research institute, undergraduate research is an important part of UCalgary culture. Through exceptional initiatives like the Program for Undergraduate Research (PURE), you can gain funding to conduct your very own research project with an on-campus mentor.
Neurodiverse students
UCalgary wants to support all students as they explore work-integrated learning opportunities. With support from The Sinneave Family Foundation, we are ensuring neurodiverse students thrive in practicums, internships, co-ops and beyond.
Experiential learning across campus
Besties go from vet med staffers to students
Bonding over animals and aspirations, 2 UCalgary alumni follow same career path
Indigenous youth from across Canada descend on Barrier Lake Field Station in July
Outland Youth Employment Program provides land-based work experience, training and education, this year for double the number of students
Empowering change with UCalgary's Mental Wellbeing and Resilience certificate
Credential leverages experiential learning and community partnerships for student growth and innovation
UCalgary students embark on inspiring global journey with Global Indigenous Skills fund
Cultural immersion and exploration in Japan, Mexico and Nepal
Mathematicians to the rescue
UCalgary Math 2 Power Industry Workshop bridges the gap between math and industry
New nursing instructors experience a simulation just like their students
UCalgary Nursing celebrates the many scenarios of simulation during Health-care Simulation Week