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Vancouver Island University

Discover a future with more

At VIU, you connect with tomorrow's leaders, creators, keepers and makers. You harness the power of community to fuel your future with more:

  • more job opportunities
  • more impact on the world
  • more earning potential

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Explore 100+ programs

Whether you’re looking for the arts, sciences, trades or humanities, VIU has a program for you. 

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Jacob Tortorelli

Bachelor of Kinesiology

"The professors make you work for everything you get. But there was never a point in time where I felt my teachers didn't care."

How to become a VIU student

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Learning at VIU

Follow your interests to find a program that’s right for you.

Learning at VIU

 

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Admissions

Find out what it takes to be a VIU student. Spoiler alert: we make it easy! 

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Student life

Explore your opportunities to get involved at VIU.

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Leaders, creators, keepers and makers connect at VIU, nurturing a good life for generations to come. 

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Visit VIU’s Nanaimo campus

Experience VIU with all your senses during a campus tour. Take in the stunning ocean view and the surrounding forest. Explore all the campus has to offer with a student ambassador as your guide. 

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VIU News

Public invited to explore marine research at VIU’s Deep Bay Marine Field Station

What: Baynes Sound – Signs of Life, Signs of Change project public launch event open houseWhen: Thursday, June 25, 2 to 5 pmWhere: Deep Bay…

VIU technology diploma program returns with strong AI and cybersecurity focus

The updated diploma puts a direct focus on current industry needs and job-ready skills.   A revamped technology diploma at Vancouver Island…

Appointment of VIU board chair and vice-chair

A message from Interim President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Dennis JohnsonVancouver Island University's Board of Governors is pleased to announce the appointment…

VIU Events

Jun
17

“Street Eats” Showdown by Culinary Arts

VIU Culinary Arts “Street Eats” Showdown Global Street Food ThemeJoin our Culinary students in their capstone food stall assignment. Try food from 8 different…
Jun
18

Fairy Houses

Each Summer Solstice, something extraordinary happens at Milner Gardens & Woodland. For four days only, the Milner Faeries' tiny woodland dwellings are…
Jun
18

Activity Assistant Program Information Session

Are you a trained Health Care Assistant that enjoys engaging with seniors in meaningful activities? Come join us to learn more about our Activity Assistant…
Jun
19

Fairy Houses

Each Summer Solstice, something extraordinary happens at Milner Gardens & Woodland. For four days only, the Milner Faeries' tiny woodland dwellings are…
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Brooks Gill

Information Technology and Applied Systems

"The experience you get at VIU is extremely valuable. The skills you walk out of here with prepare you for a successful career."

How to become a VIU student