Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About VIU
Vancouver Island University (VIU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Nanaimo, Canada. The higher education institution is considered one of the youngest in the country, as it was founded in 1969. As a part of Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC), Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE), Canadian University Press (CUP), VIU is actively building the academic environment in Canada.
The university is in top-1200 of the best universities in the world, according to QS World University Rankings.
VIU offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at VIU is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 2,063 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 13,780 USD. The educational institution helps students financially with the help of scholarships and financial aid. They are available to local and international students. For up-to-date information on scholarships and the cost of education for each program, check the official website of the educational institution.
In addition to the cost of education, it is necessary to pay attention to additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS, PTE or TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score is 6.5. The TOEFL score is not lower than 88.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
88
TOEFL PBT
550
Master's degree at VIU
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. In order to enroll at VIU for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 88 or higher. There is an opportunity for admission to online master's programs at VIU.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
88
TOEFL PBT
550
VIU campus
The campus of VIU is located in Nanaimo. This is a fairly large city that opens up many opportunities for students: from cafes, restaurants and other entertainment to internships at large companies. But an urban campus can also be a disadvantage, because big city life distracts some students from their studies. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. VIU regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.
After graduation, you can stay in Canada for a period of 1 to 3 years. To do this, the graduate draws up a special visa, which allows one to work even without an official offer from an employer. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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