Welcome Indigenous students

Need help taking your next step? Elders, faculty and staff are here to support you – from getting ready for university studies through to graduation day.

Deadlines extended

There’s still time to apply to join us in September. Application deadlines have been extended for many programs.

Graduate programs

Looking to continue your learning with graduate studies? VIU offers a variety of graduate and post-degree programs.

VIU News

President's statement on the recent death of a VIU student

It is with deep sadness that I share the tragic news that one of our students passed away following an incident at Westwood Lake on Tuesday, June 7, 2023. On...

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VIU receives funding to continue innovative upgrading program

The Pathways program helps students gain the pre-requisites they need to get into high-demand careers. More people are now able to acquire new or upgraded post...

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Vancouver Island University welcomes new CFO and Vice-President, Finance and Administration

Emily Huner has joined Vancouver Island University (VIU) as CFO and Vice-President, Finance and Administration. In this key role, Huner leads a portfolio that...

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VIU Events

Jun
08

Artful Resilience

Films, a collaborative hands-on art project, tree-planting demo, and a tour of VIU’s Garry Oak Restoration project are all part of this FREE collaborative...

Jun
08

Artful Resilience: Building Climate Resilience through the arts

Join us for an afternoon/evening of film and art! Films, a collaborative hands-on art project, tree-planting demo, and a tour of VIU’s Garry Oak Restoration...

Jun
10

Sarah Raymond Dance

Sarah Raymond Dance - June Recital

Jun
11

Brigadoon Dance Academy presents “Scots on the Rock”

Brigadoon Dance Academy is proud to present “Scots on the Rock” Brigadoon’s own 2022 Junior World Champion, Annalise Lam, will be performing! There will be a...

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