Co-operative Education is a nationally recognized form of Work-Integrated Learning that combines professional experience with academic studies to enrich students’ academic, intellectual, personal, and professional development. The program works to create a partnership between students, the University, and the employer, bridging academic theory with professional development and practical application. Co-operative Education allows students to alternate academic terms of study with remunerated work terms in a professional workplace.
The Co-op designation indicates that students have completed at least one year of discipline-related work experience, highlighting advanced capabilities in applying theory to practice and professional development. The designation indicates to employers that graduates are work/life ready.
Work Terms Required for Co-op Designation
| Student Type | Work Terms Required for Designation | Maximum Work Terms |
| Domestic Undergrad | 3 (12 months) | 6 (24 months) |
| International Undergrad | 3 (12 months) | 3 (12 months) |
| Combined Degree (e.g., BEd/BSc, BEd/BMgt, BFA/BMgt) |
3 (12 months)
|
Domestic: 6 (24 months) International:3 (12 months)
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| Domestic Grad | 2 (8 months) | 4 (16 months) |
| International Grad | 2 (8 months) | 2 (8 months) |