Graduate and Post-degree Programs

Featured mentor

Sonal Deshmukh. B.ARCH, MCP

Sonal is an instructor in the Master of Community Planning program and the Professional Indigenous Lands Management Certificate program. She also works in the field, collaborating with local municipalities, community groups and First Nations on community-led initiatives. Sonal supervises graduate student master's theses and major projects and mentors graduate students. She believes in a collaborative learning environment where ideas are exchanged freely, recognizing the value of diverse perspectives in shaping innovative solutions to complex planning challenges.

Education that can take you anywhere

You’re going to do great things as a VIU student. We want you to have every opportunity to share your knowledge. And we connect you to opportunities to engage with the community and your future colleagues. 

"Undertaking my applied project on artificial intelligence in teacher training through VIU's Master of Education in Educational Leadership program opened doors to unique opportunities such as leading AI workshops, conducting professional development days, presenting at a national conference in Ottawa and more. These experiences not only enriched my research but also enabled me to actively engage with educational practices, demonstrating VIU’s commitment to providing platforms for transformative learning and real-world application." 

– Harleen Kaur Kalra

CREATE

CREATE is VIU’s largest knowledge sharing event. Grad students take part in multidisciplinary sessions, mentor undergraduates and provide event support.