Dr. Jon Woodend

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Jon Woodend is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Health at the University of Victoria. He specializes in Counselling Psychology and is actively involved in graduate student education and training. His research interests include international career transitions, the wellbeing of newcomers such as international students, immigrant workers, and individuals from refugee backgrounds. Dr. Woodend focuses on career development counselling, providing support and strategies to help individuals navigate their career paths effectively.

Research Interests

International Career Transitions Wellbeing of Newcomers Career Development Counselling Graduate Student Education Training

Courses

CNPY 116 Communication Personal Professional Success CNPY 417 Skills Effective Interpersonal Communication CNPY 516 Career Development Counselling Lifespan CNPY 518 Advanced Seminar Theories Counselling Psychology CNPY 522 Skills Practice Counselling CNPY 523 Internship Counselling CNPY 590 Directed Studies in Counselling Psychology

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.