International Education

Malaspina High School

Canadian and International Students

Malaspina High School, an affiliate of Vancouver Island University, is certified by the Government of British Columbia to offer a Grade 10, 11 and 12 high school program, leading to a British Columbia High School Graduation Diploma. The High School is dedicated to preparing Canadian and international students from around the world for entry into Vancouver Island University and other North American universities.

10-Week Program

Malaspina High School is organized on a quarter system timetable that allows students to begin studies in September, November, February, and April. Students wishing to take two courses can do so by attending a 10-week Quarter.

Summer Program

The High School offers a two-week to six-week Summer Camp Program during July and August. The program allows students to improve their English, meet other students from around the world, learn Canadian culture, and participate in recreational activities.

Admission Requirements

Students must have:

• completed Grade 9, or equivalent;
• be 15 years of age before the first day of class for the Quarter in which the student is registered.

Admission is selective and based on previous academic record and a letter of recommendation.

Malaspina High School reserves the right to accept or reject any applicant.

English Proficiency

Initial acceptance into the Malaspina High School program is not dependent upon the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score. A student’s proficiency in English will be assessed in the first term. A student whose English is found to be insufficient will be required to take additional language courses.

For More Information

For more information, please contact the Principal at tel. 250-740-6317; fax: 250-740-6470; or e-mail: highschool@viu.ca.

Updated August 4, 2011