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
Digital Innovation Challenge powers student connections at UCalgary
Students across Canada compete to solve real-world challenges and build valuable connections
Equitable and alternative assessment is possible across disciplines
Dr. Eliana El Khoury is a keynote speaker at the UCalgary Conference on Postsecondary Learning and Teaching
Explore how land can be our teacher
One-day event for academics and students April 11 to examine how place-based learning can enhance educational practices
UCalgary Law program boosts students’ real-world counsel experience
Corporate Counsel Externship exposes learners to providing in-house legal advice inside companies
'My purpose is to support marginalized communities. Realizing this changed so much'
UCalgary alum reflects on how she developed a fulfilling career by embracing her ADHD
UCalgary prepares students with skills to thrive across all aspects of life
Future Skills learning modules uncover the hidden curriculum that drives success across school, work, and personal lives