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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 ranked number 1200 in QS World University Rankings 2024.
VIU offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.

VIU tuition fees
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 2,134 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 14,255 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.
Study programs at VIU
Medicine
Culinary Management Co-op
Dental Hygiene
Kinesiology
Physical Education
Psychology
Agriculture & Forestry
Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology
Forest Resources Technology
Journalism & Media
Creative Writing and Journalism
Law
Criminology
Criminology
Engineering & Technology
Chemistry
Integrated Engineering Technologist
Computer Science & IT
Computer Science
Computer Science
Computing Science
Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Applications
Geography
Applied Sciences & Professions
Baking and Pastry Arts Management
Child and Youth Care
Child and Youth Care
Culinary Management Co-op
Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Baking and Pastry Arts Management
Culinary Management Co-op
Event Management
Hospitality Management
Hospitality Management Co-op
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Bachelor of Natural Resource Protection
Biology
Chemistry
Forest Resources Technology
Geoscience
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Bachelor of Natural Resource Protection
Economics
Geoscience
Global Studies (BA)
Arts & Humanities
Arts One - First Nations
Bachelor of Design in Graphic Design
Bachelor of Interior Design
Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies
English
Humanities
Anthropology
Arts One - First Nations
Child and Youth Care
Creative Writing and Journalism
English
Social Sciences & Management
Anthropology
Bachelor of Tourism Management
Child and Youth Care
Criminology
Criminology
Education & Training
Adult Basic Education
Bachelor of Education
Child and Youth Care
Child and Youth Care
Early Childhood Education and Care
Economics & Business Management
Accounting
Bachelor of Business Administration
Baking and Pastry Arts Management
Business Administration
Economics
Other
Anthropology with Honors
Bachelor of Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Aquaculture
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Indigenous/Xwulmuxw Studies
Education & Training
Online Learning and Teaching
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Natural Resource Law Enforcement
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Natural Resource Law Enforcement
Computer Science & IT
Master of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Applications
Law
Natural Resource Law Enforcement
Humanities
Languages and Culture (Romance Languages)
Arts & Humanities
Master of Arts in Sustainable Leisure Management
Social Sciences & Management
International Trade
Master of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Applications
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Hospitality Management
Sustainable Leisure Management
Agriculture & Forestry
Fisheries and Aquaculture
Applied Sciences & Professions
Fisheries and Aquaculture
Economics & Business Management
Business
Hospitality Management
International Trade
Master of Business Administration
Project Management
Other
Master of Community Planning
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Master of Education in Special Education

Bachelor degree at VIU
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. The IB diploma is accepted upon admission.
Master's degree at VIU
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. 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 TOEFL score for admission is 88. IELTS — 6.5 or higher. There is an opportunity to study at VIU via online master's programs.
VIU campus
The campus of the educational institution is located in Nanaimo. This opens up all the delights of life in a big city for students: a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. However, for some students, such an abundance of opportunities can be distracting. University students have access to the library. It contains a collection of scientific papers, textbooks and fiction. Thanks to international exchange programs at VIU, students can communicate with representatives of different countries and nationalities and thus expand their own horizons. And, the university contributes to this by regularly holding joint events for local and foreign students.

What to do after graduation
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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