Vancouver Island University (VIU) is a centre of excellence for teaching, learning and applied research. Graduates are in demand across the country and around the world. VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY offers programs that range from graduate and undergraduate degrees to vocational and trades diplomas and certificates, as well as continuing education programs. A thriving university that plays an important role in the educational, cultural and economic life of the region, VIU’s main campus is in Nanaimo on the east coast of Vancouver Island. There are also regional campuses in Duncan and Powell River, as well as a centre in Parksville/Qualicum.
Through academic programs and other aspects of campus life, students are encouraged to participate in a variety of applied, experiential and research activities. Opportunities for undergraduate learning include traditional disciplines such as the arts and sciences as well as practical skills training in health, education, business, graphics, interior design and many other fields. VANCOUVER ISLAND UNIVERSITY offers master’s degrees in business administration, educational leadership, special education, sustainable leisure management, community planning and geographic information systems applications. At VIU, Indigenous education is a priority. As of the academic year 2015-16, Indigenous students comprised approximately 12 per cent of the total student body.
STUDENT ENROLMENT
Full-time (undergraduates)
5,670
Full-time (graduates)
520
Part-time (undergraduates)
970
Part-time (graduates)
260
TUITION FEES
CANADIAN STUDENTS
Undergraduate tuition fees:
$4,346
Graduate tuition fees:
$9,445 – $12,699
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Undergraduate tuition fees:
$15,240
Graduate tuition fees:
$17,400
Non-Credit
General Bachelor Degree Requirements
Bachelor Degree
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Theatre (Minor)
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Visual Art (Major, Minor)
Diploma
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Theatre (Transfer Program)
Transfer Program
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Bachelor of Fine Arts – Theatre Transfer (Transfer Program)
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Bachelor of Music – Classical Transfer (Transfer Program)
General Bachelor Degree Requirements
Post-Degree Diploma
Bachelor Degree
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Anthropology (Major, Minor)
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BA Biology (Minor)
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Bachelor of Arts in English (Honours, Major, Minor)
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Business (Minor)
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Chemistry (Minor)
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Computing Science (Minor)
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Creative Writing and Journalism (Major, Minor)
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Criminology (Major, Minor)
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Digital Media (Minor)
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Digital Media Studies (Major)
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Earth Science (Minor)
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Economics (Major, Minor)
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First Nations Studies (Major, Minor)
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Geography (Major, Minor)
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Global Studies (Major, Minor)
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History (Honours, Major, Minor)
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Liberal Studies (Major, Minor)
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Mathematics (Major, Minor)
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Media Studies (Minor)
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Philosophy (Honours, Major, Minor)
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Physical Education (Major, Minor)
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Political Studies (Major, Minor)
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Psychology (Honours, Major, Minor)
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Sociology (Honours, Major, Minor)
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Studies in Women and Gender (Major, Minor)
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Theatre (Minor)
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Visual Art (Major, Minor)
Advanced Diploma
Certificate
Master Degree
Post-Degree Diploma
Bachelor Degree
Executive Professional Development Opportunity
Co-operative Education
- Fisheries and Aquaculture
- Hospitality Management
- Recreation & Sport Management
- Tourism Studies
- Tourism/Recreation Management Degree
- Physics
- Computer Science
- Culinary Arts
- Culinary Management
Post-Degree Diploma
Bachelor Degree
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Physical Education (Major, Minor)
Diploma
Non-Credit
Bachelor Degree
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First Nations Studies (Major, Minor)
Certificate
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Aboriginal Construction (Apprenticeship)
Certificate
Graduate Diploma
Bachelor Degree
Diploma
Certificate
Graduate Diploma
Bachelor Degree
Certificate
Online Programs
Graduate Diploma
Certificate
Non-Credit
Courses
See: Professional Development and Training website
General Bachelor Degree Requirements
Post-Degree Diploma
Bachelor Degree
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BSc Biology (Major, Minor)
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Chemistry (Major, Minor)
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Computing Science (Co-op, Major, Minor)
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Earth Science (Minor)
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Geography (Minor)
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Geoscience (Major)
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Mathematics (Major, Minor)
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Psychology (Major, Minor)
Certificate
Transfer Program
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Physics (Transfer Program)
See also:
Master Degree
Graduate Diploma
Bachelor Degree
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Bachelor of Tourism Management (Co-op)
Diploma
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Hospitality Management Diploma (Co-op)
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Recreation and Sport Management (Co-op)
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Tourism Studies (Co-op)
Transfer Program
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Culinary Arts Bridging to Bachelor of Hospitality Management (Transfer Program)
Diploma
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Culinary Management (Apprenticeship, Co-op)
Certificate
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Aboriginal Construction (Apprenticeship)
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Automotive Service Technician (Apprenticeship)
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Carpentry (Apprenticeship)
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Culinary Arts (Apprenticeship, Co-op)
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Electrician (Apprenticeship)
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Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation (Apprenticeship)
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Motorcycle and Marine Technician (Apprenticeship)
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Professional Baking and Pastry Arts (Apprenticeship)
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Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Mechanic (Apprenticeship)
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Welding (Apprenticeship)
Transfer Program
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Culinary Arts Bridging to Bachelor of Hospitality Management (Transfer Program)
Source: Statistics Canada. Fees for general programs in social and behavioural sciences (2017-18).
Note: In addition to tuition fees, universities generally charge fees for goods and services supplied to students. This includes areas such as student associations, sports and health. These additional fees vary widely per university and per student and can run from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars. Check with the university for details.