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2020-21

International Programs
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Why
students       Mild weather
                  all year
                                 Safe community      Friendly and
                                                     multicultural

love it here
                Affordable      Engaged business   Proximity to both
               cost of living      community       natural attractions
                                                    and urban hubs
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Our core values
   Quality teaching               Diversity           Equality

              Community              Sustainability

      14,500 Students
    70+
                               Class                2,000
                               Size                International
Staff Supporting             Maximum
                                                      students
  International
    Students
                                34                   from over
                             students              93 countries

120+ programs
      $3.5 million                               100,000
   in scholarships, awards and                    alumni network
bursaries available to VIU students                  worldwide

COVID-19 Response
The safety of our students, staff and community is always our first
priority. For the latest updates and more information on VIU’s
response to COVID-19, please visit:

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Explore Vancouver Island
    Find out what #vancouverisland is all about!

                     Hiking and walking in old-growth rainforest

    Safe and Affordable                                            Close to natural attractions
                                                                   and urban hubs

2                                     Mild and warm climate
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Friendly and multicultural

Aquatic adventures:
Scuba diving, kayaking,       Renowned surf and
canoeing, paddle-             spa resorts on the West Coast
boarding, sailing, surfing,
whale-watching

                                   Nanaimo, B.C.
                                   Located in the central part of Vancouver Island, Nanaimo
                                   is a busy, beautiful harbour city and a welcoming community
                                       of over 90,000 people. The city offers the best of two
                                        worlds: urban opportunities and natural environment.
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Experiential Learning

                                                                                                                                                                             Basic Admissions
                                                                1 year Certificate

                                                                                     2 year Diploma
     Arts, Humanities

                                                                                                      4 year Degree
                                                   Credential

                                                                                                                               September
     and Social Sciences
     Programs

                                                                                                                                           January
                                                                                                                      Intake
                                                                                                                                                                                                Additional
     viu.ca for details                                                                                                                                                                         Requirements                    Notes
     Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
     Anthropology                                                                                                                                                         
     Business                                                                                                                                                               
     Creative Writing                                                                                                                                                      
     Criminology                                                                                                                                                                                C in Eng 12; C in               Admission ranking by
                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                Precal 11                       Math / English GPA
     Digital Media Studies                                                                                                                                                  
     Economics                                                                                                                                                              
     English                                                                                                                                                                
     Indigenous/Xwulmuxw
                                                                                                                                                                           
     Studies
     Geography                                                                                                                                                             
     Global Studies                                                                                                                                                        
     History                                                                                                                                                                
     Journalism                                                                                                                                                             
     Languages and Culture                                                                                                                                                  
     Liberal Studies                                                                                                                                                       
     Mathematics                                                                                                                                                                            Math prerequisites will apply

     Media Studies                                                                                                                                                          
     Philosophy                                                                                                                                                            
     Political Studies                                                                                                                                                      
     Psychology                                                                                                                                                             
     Sociology                                                                                                                                                              

    Most Certificate programs are 30 credits, Diplomas - 60 credits, Bachelor degrees - 120 credits.
    For exact number of credits, please review Program Outline online.
     xperiential Learning indicates option
    E                                            A Major is the main academic                                                                     A Minor is a secondary                                                An Honours degree signals a
    for  co-op,  internship,  work op      area in which a student chooses                                                                   concentration of courses that often                                  higher degree of concentration in the
     practicum or  field school.            to specialize and completes most                                                                  complements the Major.                                               subject, as well as a higher
                                              courses.                                                                                                                                                               level of academic achievement.

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Experiential Learning

                                                                                                                                                                         Basic Admissions
                                                            1 year Certificate

                                                                                 2 year Diploma

                                                                                                  4 year Degree
                                               Credential

                                                                                                                           September
 Programs

                                                                                                                                       January
                                                                                                                  Intake
                                                                                                                                                                                            Additional
 viu.ca for details                                                                                                                                                                         Requirements                    Notes
 Arts, Design and Performing Arts
 Graphic Design                                                                                                                                                                             Portfolio; references;          Management stream
                                                                                                                                                                                            resume; statement               available
                                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                            letter; C+ in Math 11 for
                                                                                                                                                                                            management stream
 Interior Design                                                                                                                                                                            C in Precal 11; portfolio;
                                                                                                                                                                                        resume; letter of intent;
                                                                                                                                                                                            interview
 Jazz Studies                                                                                                                                                                               Audition                         Bachelor’s: 125credits;
                                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Diploma: 64 credits
 Technical Theatre                                                                                                                                                                      Interview                        Focus on Stagecraft

 Theatre                                                                                                                                                                                    Interview                       Focus on acting
                                                                                                                                                                         
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and directing
 Visual Art                                                                                                                                                                                 Letter of intent; portfolio;
                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                            interview

 Management
 Business Administration                                                                                                                                                               C in Precal 12

  Accounting                                                                                                                                                            
  Economics                                                                                                                                                             
  Financial Services                                                                                                                                                    
  Human Resources                                                                                                                                                       
  International Business                                                                                                                                                
  Management                                                                                                                                                            
  Marketing                                                                                                                                                             
 Business Management                                                                                                                                                                        C+ in Precal 11                 Courses are
                                                                                                                                                                         
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            transferrable to BBA

 xperiential Learning indicates option
E                                           A Major is the main academic area in which a student chooses to                                                                                                        Basic Admission Requirements
for  co-op,  internship,  work op      specialize and completes most courses.                                                                                                                                   See page 10-11
 practicum or  field school.

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Experiential Learning

                                                                                                                                                                                        Basic Admissions
                                                                1 year Certificate

                                                                                     2 year Diploma

                                                                                                      4 year Degree
                                                   Credential

                                                                                                                               September

                                                                                                                                                     February
     Programs

                                                                                                                                           January
                                                                                                                      Intake
                                                                                                                                                                                                           Additional
     viu.ca for details                                                                                                                                                                                    Requirements                Notes
     Tourism, Recreation and Hospitality
     Pastry Arts                                                                                                                                                                                           Foodsafe Level 1;           Ladders into Hospitality
                                                                                                                                                                                                           min 17 years old;           Management
                                                                                                                                                                                                       C in Eng 12; interview
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Subject to board
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       apporval
     Culinary Arts                                                                                                                                                                                         Foodsafe Level 1;           Intakes in Jan, Feb, Aug
                                                                                                                                                                                                     min 17 years old;
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       40 credits
                                                                                                                                                                                                           C in Eng 12; interview
     Culinary Management                                                                                                                                                                                   Completion of Culinary Co-Op and
                                                                                                                                                                                                           Arts Certificate; C+ in Apprenticeship;
                                                                                                                                                                                                           Math 11; C+ in Eng 12;  complete 1 semester
                                                                                                                                                                                                           interview               bridging program to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                             ladder into year 3 of the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor of Hospitality
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   program
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       80 credits
     Hospitality Management                                                                                                                                                                          C+ in Precal 11             Diplomas:
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       80 credits
     Recreation and Sport                                                                                                                                                                                  Criminal record check
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor’s degree:
     Management                                                                                                                                                                                            may be required
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       149 credits
     Tourism Studies                                                                                                                                                                                       Enter at Year 1 or
                                                                                                                                                                                                      3; see website for
                                                                                                                                                                                                           requirements
     Wine Business                                                                                                                                                                                         Min. 19 years old           Embedded
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       in Hospitality
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Management program

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       21 credits

    Basic Admission Requirements
    See page 10-11
     xperiential Learning indicates option
    E                                            A Major is the main academic                                                                    A Minor is a secondary                                                         An Honours degree signals a
    for  co-op,  internship,  work op      area in which a student chooses                                                                  concentration of courses that often                                           higher degree of concentration in the
     practicum or  field school.            to specialize and completes most                                                                 complements the Major.                                                        subject, as well as a higher
                                              courses.                                                                                                                                                                       level of academic achievement.

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Experiential Learning

                                                                                                                                                       Basic Admissions
                                          1 year Certificate

                                                               2 year Diploma

                                                                                4 year Degree
                             Credential

                                                                                                         September
Programs

                                                                                                                     January
                                                                                                Intake
                                                                                                                                                                          Additional
viu.ca for details                                                                                                                                                        Requirements                     Notes
Science and Technology
Biology                                                                                                                                                                B in Pre-cal 12;

Chemistry                                                                                                                                                              individual course
                                                                                                                                                                          prerequisites may include
Computer Science                                                                                                                                                     Biology 11/12; Chemistry
                                                                                                                                                                          11/12 and Physics 11/12; see
Earth Science                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                                                          viu.ca/programs for details
Geography                                                                                                                                              
Geoscience                                                                                                                                                                                                 Environmental
                                                                                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                           geoscience
Mathematics                                                                                                                                            
Psychology                                                                                                                                             
Engineering Transfer                                                                                                                                                      C in English 12; C+ in           Certificate ladders
                                                                                                                                                                          Physics 12 & Chemistry 12;       to Year 2 at partner
                                                                                                                                                                      B in Precal 12                   universities
                                                                                                                                                                                                           65 credits Diploma
Integrated Engineering                                                                                                                                                    C in English 12; C+ in           103 credits
(Technologist) Diploma                                                                                                                                                 Physics 12 & Chemistry 12;
                                                                                                                                                                          B in Precal 12
Fisheries and Aquaculture                                                                                                                                                                                  74 credits
                                                                                                                                                      
Technology
Forest Resource                                                                                                                                                           C in Math 11 or Precal 11;       72 credits
                                                                                                                                                      
                                                                                                                                                                          C+ in one science 11 class
Technology
Information Technology                                                                                                                                                    Math 11, letter of               September 2021
and Applied Systems                                                                                                                                                       application; interview
Web and Mobile
                                                                                                                                                                                                        68 credits
Development Diploma
Information Technology
                                                                                                                                                     
and Applied Systems (ITAS)
Resource Management                                                                                                                                                       C in Math 11, C in Biology 11;   Ladders into Bachelor
Officer Technology (RMOT)                                                                                                                                                 personal profile; 2 referee      of Natural Resource
                                                                                                                                                                      forms; interview                 Protection & BSc
                                                                                                                                                                                                           72 credits
Natural Resource                                                                                                                                                          C+ in RMOT or equivalent
                                                                                                                                                      
Protection
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Experiential Learning

                                                                                                                                                                              Basic Admissions
                                                                 1 year Certificate

                                                                                      2 year Diploma

                                                                                                       4 year Degree
                                                    Credential

                                                                                                                                September
     Programs

                                                                                                                                            January
                                                                                                                       Intake
                                                                                                                                                                                                 Additional
     viu.ca for details                                                                                                                                                                          Requirements                   Notes
     Education, Health and Services
     Education                                                                                                                                                                                   Depends on entry point         Elementary or
                                                                                                                                                                                                 (see viu.ca/programs)          Secondary teaching
                                                                                                                                                                                                                             options; apply by Jan
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                31; 5-year degree
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                152 credits
     Bachelor of Kinesiology                                                                                                                                                                     C+ in Eng 12; C+ in Anatomy
                                                                                                                                                                                                 and Physiology 12; Math 11
     Diploma in Physical                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                                                                                                                                 or Precal 11
     Education
     Child and Youth Care                                                                                                                                                                        Depends on entry point
                                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                                                                 (see viu.ca/programs)
     Dental Assistant                                                                                                                                                                            C in Biology 12, Chemistry     10-month program
                                                                                                                                                                                             11 or 12 recommended;
                                                                                                                                                                                                 good personal health
     Dental Hygiene                                                                                                                                                                              See viu.ca/programs            1 year of qualifying
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                courses can be
                                                                                                                                                                             
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                taken at VIU prior to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                application
     Early Childhood                                                                                                                                                                             Resume, references,            72 credits
     Education and Care                                                                                                                                                                          interview; 60 hours of
                                                                                                                                                                             
                                                                                                                                                                                                 volunteer experience
                                                                                                                                                                                                 with children
     Educational Assistant                                                                                                                                                                       Resume, references;            8-month program
                                                                                                                                                                             
     and Community Support                                                                                                                                                                       interview
     Social Services                                                                                                                                                                             Resume; references;
                                                                                                                                                                                                 interview; personal profile;
                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                                                 experience in human
                                                                                                                                                                                                 services field

     xperiential Learning indicates option for  co-op,  internship,
    E                                                                                                                                            Basic Admission Requirements
     work op,  practicum or  field school.                                                                                                    See page 10-11

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Post-Degree Diploma 1 year
                                                                                                                Graduate Certificate 1 year
                                                                                      Graduate Diploma 2 year
                                  Master’s Degree 2 years

                                                            Graduate Diploma 1 year

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Bachelor’s Degree
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Assessment Form
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Work Experience
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Letter of intent

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             References
                          Credential

                                                                                                                                                                               September

                                                                                                                                                                                                       Apply by

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Resume
Programs

                                                                                                                                                                                           January
                                                                                                                                                                           Intake

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  GPA
viu.ca for details                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Notes
Post Graduate Programs viu.ca for details
Business                                                                                                                                                                                             March 31     B*                                                                                                     No GMAT, internship
Administration (MBA)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     2                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                     June 30
Sustainable Leisure
                                                                                                                                                                             
                                                                                                                                                                                                     March 31     B*                                         3                                        3
Management
Community Planning                                                                                                                                                                                 Feb. 28      B*                                         3                       
Geographic
                                                                                                                                                                            
                                                                                                                                                                                                     Jan 31       B*                                        2                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Intro GIS course;
Information Systems                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Practicum
Educational
                                                                                                                                                                             
                                                                                                                                                                                                     March 31     B*                                        2                                        2
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         2 years of teaching
Leadership                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               experience preferred
Special Education
                                                                                                                                                                             
                                                                                                                                                                                                     March 31     B*                                        2                                        2
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         2 years of teaching
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         experience preferred
Business (GCIB)                                                                                                                                                                                      March 31     C+                                                                                                     Can ladder into
                                                                                                                                                                                                  June 30                                                                                                            GDPM, GDIT and
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         MBA programs
Project Management                                                                                                                                                                                   March 31     C+                                                                                                     Business degree + 1
(GDPM)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              year work experience,
                                                                                                                                                                                                     June 30
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         or completion of GCIB
Hospitality
                                                                                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                                                                                                     March 31     C+                                                                
Management
International Trade                                                                                                                                                                                  March 31     C+                                                                                                     Business degree + 1
(GDIT)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              year work experience,
                                                                                                                                                                                                     June 30
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         or completion of GCIB
Fisheries and                                                                                                                                                                                        March 31     B                                                                                                      Bachelor of Science;
Aquaculture                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           interview; permission
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         of department
Online Learning
                                                                                                                                                                             
                                                                                                                                                                                                     Aug 15       B*                                                                   
and Teaching

* B average is calculated in the last 2 years
* Students from countries where English is not the official language must meet the following English language Proficiency scores for
  direct entry. IELTS 7.0 with no band below 6.5. TOEFL iBT 93 with no section under 20.

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Admission requirements
  Undergraduate programs                                                  Master's programs
    1)	Graduation from an accredited high school with a                  Each program has specific instructions for admissions
        university/college preparatory curriculum.                        and requirements. Please see calendar for more detail:
    2)	A minimum “C” grade in either BC English 12 or English 12         world.viu.ca/graduate-programs
        First Peoples or equivalent; or provide proof of meeting one      A bachelor’s degree with a minimum B average in the last
        of the English language proficiency scores outlined below.        two years of study and;
   • P
      lease see VIU calendar for additional admission requirements       Fulfill one of the English Language requirements for graduate
     and instructions specific to each program: viu.ca/programs           programs (if the previous degree was obtained in a country
  Post-degree, advanced diplomas                                          where English is not the primary/official language and from a
                                                                          university where English was not the language of instruction)
  & graduate certificates
  Post-degree and advanced diplomas require prior completion              Additional requirements may include:
  of an undergraduate degree. To see full English and Academic             a) R
                                                                               esume (showing specific      c) S
                                                                                                                 upporting documents/
  requirements go to: world.viu.ca/admissions                                 work experience)                  letters of recommendation
                                                                           b) Statement of interest          d) An interview

   For students who meet the academic requirements but not the English language requirement, conditional acceptance to VIU
   may be granted. In this case, admission is granted pending completion of VIU’s English Language Centre program (level UP5 for
   undergraduate and Grad Prep English for graduate programs).

   Test                                                     Minimum score: Undergraduate Graduate
   VIU English Language Centre                              Successful completion of University       Successful completion of
                                                            Preparation Level 5                       Grad Prep
   IELTS (Academic)                                         6.5 (no band below 6.0)                   7.0 (no band below 6.5)
   TOEFL iBT                                                88 (no section below 20)                  93 (no section lower than 20)
   CAEL                                                     60                                        70 (no band below 60)
   Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English          176 overall                               185 overall
   Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English                176 overall                               185 overall
   English 12 (BC)                                          Min. “C”
   Pearson (PTE)                                            60 (no section below 60)                  65 (no section below 62)
   International Baccalaureate English A1/A2                Higher Level (HL) / Standard Level (SL)
                                                            grade 3 or higher
   Advanced Placement (AP) English language and             Grade 2 or higher
   Composition or English Literature and Composition
   Recognized university where English is the               Completion of six credits of post-        3 years of study (Bachelor degree)
   language of instruction                                  secondary English composition and         from a university in a country where
                                                            literature with a minimum grade of “C”    English is an official language and
                                                                                                      was primary language of instruction
   Language Proficiency Index (LPI)                         Score 5 or higher
   General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)        English at the O level with a minimum
                                                            grade of C or 4
10 Test results must be from the past 2 years. VIU reserves the right to request English language testing to confirm appropriate placement.
Applying to VIU
   Before you apply                                                    After you apply
Explore VIU programs here: viu.ca/programs                           • O nce your application fee has been paid and all of your
                                                                        documents have been received, we will begin
Check requirements for your specific program and gather your
                                                                        to evaluate your application.
necessary documents for scanning:
                                                                     • It can take from 2-8 weeks to process an application.
 • Y our transcripts and a copy of your credential                     Ensuring that your application is complete and all of your
    (diploma or degree)                                                 documents are scanned in separate files and submitted
 • Proof of English language proficiency                                with your application will decrease the wait time.
 • Certified English translation* of any documents issued in a
                                                                    Note: Master’s programs and limited entry programs may
    language other than English
                                                                    take longer.
 • A copy of your passport (photo page)
*All documents must be translated by a certified translator or      • Y ou will receive a Letter of Offer (LOO), if you have met the
  notarized if in a language other than English.                        admission requirements and have a competitive application.
                                                                        The LOO contains information on program start dates and
                                                                        instructions to pay your tuition deposit. To accept the offer,

   Applying                                                             pay the tuition deposit by the date indicated in the LOO.
                                                                     • Once the tuition deposit has been paid an official Letter of
Submit your application online:                                         Acceptance (LOA) will be emailed to you. With the LOA you
                                                                        may apply for your study permit online at cic.gc.ca or at an
 • Scan all documents (in separate files).
                                                                        authorised Visa Application Centre in your country. Be sure
 • Fill in the online International Application for Admission.
                                                                        to apply early for your study permit and notify International
    (world.viu.ca/apply)
                                                                        Admissions if your study permit application has been
 • Upload your scanned documents in separate files.
                                                                        unsuccessful.
 • Pay the $150 (CAD) non-refundable application processing
                                                                     • Bring your original documents to Canada, if not mailed
    fee (Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are preferred.
                                                                        in advance.
    Cheque, money order, and electronic transfer also
                                                                     • Ensure that we have an email address that you check
    accepted).
                                                                        regularly, and then read all emails carefully. These emails
 • Upon receipt of your application, supporting documents
                                                                        will include important pre-arrival information including
    and application fee payment you will receive an
                                                                        course registration instructions, immigration information
    acknowledgment email from the Admissions office.
                                                                        and housing deadlines.
Note: Your application will not be processed until the $150
                                                                    Note: As some programs fill before the application deadline,
(CAD) application fee is received, and all required scanned
                                                                    we encourage all students to apply early!
documents have been uploaded.
                                                                    For master’s programs, your LOA will not be issued until the
 • Send all original and certified translations of documents to:
                                                                    tuition deposit is paid and all original or certified documents
   International Education                                          are received.
   Vancouver Island University
   900 Fifth Street,
   Nanaimo, BC                                                        University transfer credit
   Canada V9R 5S5                                                    If you have taken courses at another university, you may be
                                                                     able to receive transfer credit at VIU (max. 50% of program).
                                                                     Find out how: international.viu.ca/admissions
                                                                     Canadian grade equivalencies
                                                                      A 4.0     B 3.0     C 2.0     D 1.0     F 0

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Learn English at a university recognized for teaching excellence
     Program            Description                                  Length        Intakes                                            Tuition
     Language           A language and culture program focusing      6.5 week      August 31 - October 20, 2020                       $2,550 and
     Foundations        on English for personal and professional     and 13        October 19 - December 8, 2020                      $5,100
     (levels 1-3)       communication.                               weeks         January 4 - February 23, 2021
                        * Listening & Speaking - 6.5 weeks,                        February 22 - April 13, 2021
                          Reading & Writing - 6.5 weeks                            April 26 - June 15, 2021
                                                                                   June 14 - August 3, 2021
     University         Academic preparation for students who        6.5 week      August 31 - October 20, 2020                       $2,550 and
     Preparation        want to study in a Canadian university.      and 13        October 19 - December 8, 2020                      $5,100
     (levels 4 & 5)     Students can enter undergraduate credit      weeks         January 4 - February 23, 2021
                        studies after successful completion of                     February 22 - April 13, 2021
                        level 5.                                                   April 26 - June 15, 2021
                        * Listening & Speaking - 6.5 weeks,                        June 14 - August 3, 2021
                          Reading & Writing - 6.5 weeks
     Graduate           Academic preparation for students who        13 weeks      August 31 - December 8, 2020                       $5,100
     Preparation        want to study a master’s degree at VIU.                    January 4 - April 13, 2021
                        Students can enter graduate studies after                  April 26 - August 3, 2021
                        successful completion of Grad Prep.
     Online: ESL        Academic English in a livestreamed online    6.5 week      August 31 - October 20, 2020                       $2,550 and
     (levels 1-4)*      delivery format.                             and 13        October 19 - December 8, 2020                      $5,100
                        * Listening & Speaking - 6.5 weeks,          weeks         January 4 - February 23, 2021
                          Reading & Writing - 6.5 weeks                            February 22 - April 13, 2021
                                                                                   Apil 26 - June 15, 2021
                                                                                   June 14 - August 3, 2021

     TESL certificate   A TESL Canada accredited certificate in      3 months      January 11 - April 13, 2021 (part-time)    $2,499
                        Teaching English as a Second or Foreign      part-time     September 7 - December 7, 2021 (part-time)
                        Language (TESL) with 100 hours of theory     5-weeks       June 28 - July 30, 2021 (full-time)
                        plus a 20-hour supervised practicum.         full time

 * Students must finish both 6.5 week courses to complete a level

     Direct entry scores to VIU                                           Sample budget for one ESL semester (13 weeks)
     English test requirement             Level of direct entry          Application Fee                            $150
     IELTS 5.5 (no band lower than 5.0)   University Preparation 4       Tuition                                    $5,100
                                                                         Ancillary Fee                              $303.70*
     IELTS 6.0 (no band lower than 5.5)   University Preparation 5
                                                                         Student Union Fee                          $82.92
     IELTS 6.5 (no band lower than 6.0)   Grad Prep
                                                                         Medical Insurance                          $249.50
                                                                         Homestay Application Fee                   $275
                                                                         Homestay Fee ($950/month)                  $3,800
                                                                         Total                                      $9,961.12
                                                                          Prices are in Canadian dollars, and are subject to change without notice.

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International University
Foundation Year
If you do not meet the entry criteria for your chosen undergraduate course, a University
Foundation year at Vancouver Island University may offer an alternative entry route.
Upon successful completion, you can continue to first year university studies at
Vancouver Island University or other universities in Canada*
We welcome applicants with O-levels, AS and A-level subjects unsuited to their chosen
course, non-standard qualifications or those who require additional English language support.
*Academic upgrading for specific university programs may be required, which will be built into the
 student’s Foundation Year to the extent possible.

Features
 • 1-year (2 semester) program                           • Applications are accepted
 • September entry                                          throughout the year.

Admission Requirements
 • For students aged 16-25 years by                     • English proficiency score*
     December 31 following a September                      (IELTS or equivalent).
    enrollment.                                          • Passport photo page.
 • Minimum of 3 O-level subjects with                   • S
                                                            tatement of intent clearly identifying
    a grade above C. We will accept                        the post-secondary program you
                                                           intend to pursue.
     provisional results as long as we
     receive final results by August.
* An IELTS of 5.5 is required to complete this program in 1 academic year (8 months). Add an extra
 semester of study for each level of IELTS below 5.5.

Accommodation
Homestay, university residences and off-campus accommodation

Program Cost
 1-year (2-semester)
 Tuition                                                       $20,000
  Student and Ancillary Fees                                   $739.44
  Medical Insurance                                            $1,000
  Total                                                        $21,739.44

Additional fees apply for accommodation, food, and personal expenses. To estimate your total fees
and costs, please visit our international student Cost Calculator at international.viu.ca/costcalculator   13
Integrated Engineering
     (Technologist) Diploma
     Become job-ready to design, draft,
     model and document projects
     • L eads to licensing as a professional
        technologist (AScT, PTech)
     • Includes co-op term to gain work experience
       and build your resume
     • Free membership to Engineers & Geoscientists BC
       (EGBC) for 1 year after graduation

 Nik Ramsay                                  Build a career in:
 Canada
 Fundamentals of Engineering

“While I continue to charge ahead,
 I am thankful for the program at
 VIU for getting me to where I am.            Fabrication Facilities     Engineering
 I can say I haven’t missed a beat                                     Consulting Firms
 since transferring over to UBC to
 finish my degree, but I gained a
  lot by starting at VIU.”

                                             Municipal Engineering     Heavy Industry
                                                Departments

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Gain work experience before graduating
Build your confidence, resume and connections by participating in one of the
Experiential Learning opportunities offered at VIU. Be ahead of the game
and transition into the job market with sought-after skills and experience.

 Career Services                                                       Success Coach
 Career Services provides students and alumni with professional        Success coaching supports personal development,
 guidance and support for both career planning and job search.         well-being and academic potential.
 Meet with our skilled faculty to explore job opportunities, link
 your studies to a fulfilling career and use our online resources.

Co-ops                                        Internships                                 Practicums
 • H ands-on discipline oriented              • A
                                                  llow student to explore career          • F ield experiences that facilitate learning
    work experience embedded                      options and apply academic                  through performing professional tasks
    within the program                            knowledge in the field of interest       • Integral part of a program curricula
 • Vary in length, typically                  • Occur in a wide variety of formats,      • Mandatory
   1 semester (full-time)                         length, hours required and terms         • Unpaid
 • Optional                                    • Optional or mandatory                     • 1-9 required credits
 • Paid                                        • Paid/Unpaid                               • Region
 • 9 elective credits                          • 3-7 credits elective/required credits     • Course instructors arrange
 • Region/Canada                               • Region/Canada/World                          practicum placements
 • Designated placement coordinators          • Designated placement coordinators

Enrique Pecellin Rosas                                                                     Mahjabeen Ashraf
Mexico | ESL & BBA                                                                         Bangladesh | MBA

“Amazing experience meeting people                                                         “My program is a demanding one because
 from many countries. Now I have friends                                                    it mainly consists of a lot of group project
 improving their English with me from all                                                   work. Therefore, collaboration is key in
 around the World!”                                                                         most of my coursework.”

                                               Long Phu Pham
                                               Vietnam
                                               Culinary Management

                                              “I have gained a lot of experience in
                                               not only food, baking and drinks but
                                               also management. Besides the main
                                               curriculum, there are many field trips
                                               that provide learning opportunities.”

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Your                                    Student Supports
                                        VIU Student Union                           VIU Student Health

World VIU
                                         • C hoose among 50+ student clubs         and Wellness Clinic
                                            and associations                         • On-site primary health care
                                         • Attend weekly events                     • Health and wellness education
                                            or suggest your own                         and programming
                                         • Socialize at the student pub              • Yearly THRIVE week focused on
                                         • Get student discounts and deals             building mental health awareness
                                         • Volunteer

 Witness Lyimo
     Tanzania                           Free access to international-specific:
     Master of Arts in Sustainable
     Leisure Management                  Admissions                  Accommodation               Study abroad support
                                                                        assistance for homestay,      and global partnerships
 “For the first time in my learning      Academic advising
                                                                        residence and
  journey, I experienced the class       Personal counselling          off-campus housing
  sessions that were so interactive.”
                                         Language tutoring
                                           and writing help

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Lisa Wahlen
Have fun and meet new friends!                                             Switzerland
                                                                           BSc in Geography
•L
  ocal trips and activities planned by   •G
                                            lobal Citizens Week
 Cultural Connections                                                      “I have found VIU to be a very
                                          •W
                                            orldVIU Days                   friendly and open-minded
•F
  ield schools and exchange programs     • International
                                                        music concerts    environment where everybody is
•C
  ultural celebrations                     on campus                       welcome the way they are.”

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University athletics
       The VIU Mariners varsity program has a tradition of excellence on the court, field or
       course and in the classroom as well. Our athletes are supported on their journey to
       success and the VIU Mariners have won the BC Collegiate Aggregate Award for top
       overall athletic program in the PACWEST for ten years in a row. For more information
       visit viu.ca/mariners

       Varsity teams and coaches
       Men’s Basketball                Men’s Soccer                 Women’s Volleyball
       Matt.Kuzminski@viu.ca           Larry.Stefanek@viu.ca        Shane.Hyde@viu.ca
       Women’s Basketball              Women’s Soccer
       Tony.Bryce@viu.ca               Kevin.Lindo@viu.ca
       Golf                            Men’s Volleyball
       Mike.Hrabowych@viu.ca           Abe.Avender@viu.ca

       Competitive clubs and coaches
       Hockey                         Baseball                      Dance
       Steve.Paul@viu.ca              Nick.Salahub@viu.ca           Elissa Miranda
       Rugby 7’s                      Badminton                     viudanceteam@gmail.com
       Drew.Cooper@viu.ca             Janice.Walker@viu.ca          Swimming
                                                                    Lee Vanden Ham
                                                                    Swim.club@viusu.ca

     2019-20 Highlights
     • CCAA National Champions                    • PACWEST (Provincial) Champions in
       Women’s Volleyball                           men’s and women’s basketball, women’s
                                                    volleyball and women’s Soccer
     • CCAA National silver medalists
       women’s and men’s soccer.                  • 8 CCAA All-Canadians
                                                  • 11 CCAA Academic All Canadians

     Andrea Čanković
     Croatia
     BSc in Geoscience

     “Beautiful location with proximity to
      parks and lakes and all kinds of outdoor
      recreation which I find extremely
      important, as well as a great athletics
      program reputation.”
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Housing: The Right Fit for You
Your Canadian experience may vary significantly depending on the accommodation option you choose.
It is up to you to decide which arrangement is more suitable for you or you can try them all throughout
the term of your program.
Meal plans and/or gift cards can be purchased in advance.
View details at services.viu.ca/food-services/meal-plans

Note: Fees are subject to change. Please check world.viu.ca/cost-calculator for updates.

Homestay                                                Residence                                                             Off-campus Housing
*Effective from May 2021                                $500 double room                                                      From $600/room
$950/month with meals                                   $900 single room                                                      $1,200-1,600/apartment
$650/ month without meals                               (Additional fees between terms)                                       (rental rates will vary)

A Canadian family experience                            Semi-Independent living                                               Independent living
Practice English language skills                        Live on campus with Canadian                                          Options for roommates, families
in a household                                          and international students                                            and students with partners
Off-campus, within a 45-minute                          Mentorship, support and social events                                 Flexibility of choice
bus ride to campus                                                                                                            (apartment, house, etc.)
Host families are trained by                                                                                                  Independent arrangements
VIU Homestay staff                                                                                                            with landlord and/or roommates
24-hour emergency support                               24-hour staff on site                                                 Self-directed search with support
available through the Homestay Office                                                                                         from off-campus housing
$250 Application fee                                    $250 Damage Deposit                                                   Damage deposit required by landlord
                                                        $500 Room Deposit
Apply:                                                  Apply:
Minimum 6 weeks before move-in day                      By May 1 for 1st year guarantee
world.viu.ca/homestay                                   viu.ca/residence
Contact: homestay@viu.ca                                Contact: residence@viu.ca

Viu Residence Room Layouts                                                                                                       A homestay Canadian family experience
                                                         Waredrobe

                                                                     Desk
                                                                             Waredrobe

                     Desk   Desk
                                                                                                            Sink
          Bed                             Bed
                                                                             Sink

                                                             Bunk                                                      Desk
                                                             Beds
                                                                                         2 pc. bathroom

                    3 pc. bathroom
                                                                      Desk
   Waredrobe

                                            Waredrobe

                                                                                                                      Bed

                                                                                                          Waredrobe

viu.ca/residence
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Scholarships
 For more information: international.viu.ca/international-student-scholarships-and-awards
 Entrance scholarships                                            Continuing scholarships
 Entrance scholarships are based on academic merit                International Education Academic Excellence Scholarship
 and are awarded 6 weeks after the application deadline.          Number: Maximum 15 each year / Amount: $1,000 each
 VIU World-Wide Entrance Scholarships                             VIU Peer Helper Award
 Number: Maximum 20 each year / Amount: $2,000 each               Number: Minimum 2 each year / Amount: $1,000 each
 British Columbia High School International Excellence            VIU English Language Program - Academic Awards
 Entrance Scholarship*                                            Number: 8 Awards / Amount: $1,000 each
 Number: Maximum 3 each year / Amount: $1,000 per year
                                                                  VIU English Language Program
 for up to 4 years of Academic study
                                                                  - Community Engagement Awards
 The High School at Vancouver Island University International     Number: 2 / Amount: $1,000 each
 Excellence Award
                                                                  Outstanding International Student Awards
 Number: Minimum 2 each year / Amount: $1,000 each
                                                                  Number: 3 / Amount: One $2,000 and two $1,000
 VIU International Undergraduate Regional Scholarships
                                                                  VIU Outstanding International Student Athlete Award
 Number: 7 each year / Amount: $5,000 ($2,500 awarded
                                                                  Number: 2 / Amount: $1,000 each
 for the first year of study and $2,500 for the second year)
                                                                  Masako & Stanley Fukawa Scholarship
 Regions:
                                                                  (Social Sciences / Social Justice)
  • China - 1 scholarship
                                                                  1 each year / Amount: $2,000 ($1,000 awarded for the first year,
  • ASEAN - 1 scholarship
  • India - 1 scholarship                                         and $1,000 for the second year)
  • Europe/CIS - 1 scholarship
  • Africa - 1 scholarship
  • Latin America - 1 scholarship
  • Open - 1 scholarship. The open scholarship is available to
     students from any nation outside of the countries already
     identified in the other Regional Scholarships.
 IB Full Program Scholarships
 Number: Maximum 3 each year / Amount: $1,000 per year for
 up to 4 years of Academic study
 IB Entry Scholarships
 Number: All IB Diploma holders receive this scholarship
 Amount: $1,000 each for the first year of study                       Did you know?
 British Columbia Offshore School
 Entrance Scholarship                                                  There are some scholarships available through the
 Number: Maximum 2 each year / Amount: $1,000 each                     Canadian Government: scholarships-bourses.gc.ca

                                                                       An international student with a valid study permit may
                                                                       be able to work 20 hrs/week during full-time studies:
                                                                       cic.gc.ca

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Tuition
 Undergraduate, Diploma, Certificate,                                    Master of Business Administration
 and Academic & Career Preparation programs                              $48,000 - per 20 month program
 $8,700 per semester ($725 per credit to a maximum of $8,700             Master of GIS Applications
 for 12-15 credits; $725 per credit beyond 15 credits)                   $36,000*
 Advanced, Post-Degree, & Graduate Diplomas                              Graduate Certificate in Business (GCIB)
 From $9,000 to $11,261.25 per semester (up to 15 credits)               Graduate Diploma in International Trade
 English as a Second Language programs                                   Graduate Diploma in Project Management
 $5,100 full-semester (13 weeks)                                         $21,450 per program*
 $2,550 half-semester (6.5 weeks)                                        Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management
 $1,975 short-term (4 weeks)                                             $45,045*
 $1,550 (3 weeks)
                                                                         Note: student fees, lab fees, cost of living, etc., are not included in
 Master of Arts in Sustainable Leisure Management                        these amounts. For a cost of living estimate, please visit
 Master of Community Planning                                            world.viu.ca/cost-calculator
 Master of Education in Educational Leadership
                                                                         Note: Over the next 4 years, VIU will be in a transition process leading to a
 or Special Education                                                    credit-based program structure. Most Certificate programs are 30 credits,
 $25,800 per program*                                                    Diplomas - 60 credits, Bachelor degrees - 120 credits.
 *Subject to Board’s approval.                                           For exact number of credits, please review Program Outline online.

Average first year budget                            Estimated expenses based on shared off campus
                                                     accommodation and tuition for Bachelor of Arts.

Expense                                              1 semester*                      2 semesters                       12 months
         Tuition                                     $8,700                           $17,400                            $17,400

         Medical & Dental insurance                  $525                             $775                               $1,025

         Student Fees                                $465                             $930                               $930

         Books                                       $600                             $1,200                             $1,200

         Food & Accommodation                        $4,000                           $8,000                             $12,000

         Miscellaneous                               $1,000                           $2,000                             $3,000

         Transport (bus)                             $170                             $340                               $540

Total                                                 $15,460 cad                      $30,645 cad                        $36,095 cad
                                                     (based on 15 credits/semester)   (based on 30 credits/semester)    (based on 30 credits/year)

                                                                     *Based on 5 courses or 15 credits. Cost per credit $725. Subject to Board’s approval.

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For inquiries for the following regions:
                                                                                                         facebook /WorldVIU
                                   Africa/Canada/USA:               Japan:
                                    Aamera Jiwaji                    Ami Robinson
                                    Aamera.Jiwaji@viu.ca             Japan@viu.ca
                                    Africa@viu.ca
                                                                                                         twitter @WorldVIU
                                                                    Latin America:
Contact us                         China:                            Pamela Cisneros
International Education
                                    Lili Feng                        LatinAmerica@viu.ca                 instagram @WorldVIU
                                    China@viu.ca
Vancouver Island University                                         Vietnam:
900 Fifth Street                   CIS/Middle East:                 	Rasha Abu Ramadan,
Nanaimo, BC                         Mikhail Ivanov                    Van Anh Le                         youtube @WorldVIU
Canada, V9R 5S5                     Mikhail.Ivanov@viu.ca             vietnam@viu.ca
Phone: 1.250.740.6315              India/Bangladesh/                Western Europe:
Canada/USA Toll-free:              Sri Lanka/Pakistan:               Ina Wagenblatt                      weibo 温哥华岛大学
1.888.920.2221                      Varsha Khurana, Neha Dixit       Bianca Mollenhauer
Email: Worldviu@viu.ca              SouthAsia@viu.ca                 Europe@viu.ca
                                   Indonesia/Philippines/           The High School                      wechat @ HelloVIU
world.viu.ca                       South Korea:                     and ESL Inquiries:                           @StudyatVIU
                                   	Rasha Abu Ramadan               highschool@viu.ca
                                     Rasha.AbuRamadan@viu.ca
                                                                    For all other inquiries:
                                                                     worldviu@viu.ca

                                   As a finalist for the Higher Education Academy’s 2018
                                   Global Teaching Excellence Award, we are one of 17
                                   finalists shortlisted from applications from more than 40
                                   countries, and one of just two universities in Canada to
                                   make the list. The award recognizes an institution-wide
                                   commitment to the pursuit of teaching excellence.

Getting to campus
                                                                                                                  CANADA
            Airplane
            20 minute flight from Vancouver                                                                            USA
            BC Ferries
            There are two car/passenger ferry routes
            linking Vancouver to Nanaimo
            Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay (1.5 hours)                                                      WHISTLER
            Tsawwassen to Duke Point (2 hours)                                    MT. WASHINGTON
                                                                                                             VANCOUVER      CANADA
            Float plane                                                                        NANAIMO
            There are two float plane companies that link                                                                    USA
            Vancouver to Nanaimo
                                                                                                            VICTORIA
            Harbour Air (20 minutes)
            Sea Air (20 minutes)
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