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Welcome to

Vancouver Island University

Located on Canada’s magnificent West Coast,

Vancouver Island University (VIU) is committed

to providing students with an environment

where they can excel in life and learning.

Our setting, small class sizes and hands-on

research, combined with our quality university

programming, offers students the opportunity

to experience the best in both educational

activities and student life.

Our employees are committed to ensuring

students are supported, engaged and

encouraged to excel in whatever they choose to

do. Students are, and always will be, our number

one priority.

I invite you to share in the spirit of VIU and

explore the possibilities we have to offer. This

is the time of your life. I know that your journey

at VIU will allow you to discover more about

yourself, your world and your potential.

Sincerely,

Dr. Ralph Nilson

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A Great Place to Study, Work and Play.

Vancouver Island’s natural

beauty of mountains, forests

and beaches, and its temperate

climate provide many

opportunities for outdoor

recreation such as surfing, rock

climbing, cycling, sailing, golfing,

hiking and snowboarding.

All VIU campuses are only

minutes from forest and

mountain trails and oceanside

destinations. Students attending

VIU quickly discover that to live

here is to play here.

The central Vancouver Island

region has a population of

approximately 175,000 and is

linked to the Greater Vancouver

area through regular ferry service

and frequent 20-minute flights to

Vancouver International Airport,

as well as downtown Vancouver.

VANCOUVER WHISTLER VANCOUVER ISLAND VICTORIA

Nanaimo

SEATTLE PORTLAND CANADA U.S.A. P A C I F I C O C E A N

BRITISH

COLUMBIA

How to get to Nanaimo By Air:

There are regular, 15-minute flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Nanaimo-Collishaw Airport (YCD).

By Sea & Land:

The best route is by BC Ferries from Horseshoe Bay (Trans-Canada Highway #1), West Vancouver to Departure Bay, Nanaimo. The ferry trip is very beautiful and takes about 1.5 hours.

Another BC Ferries route is from Tsawwassen in Southern Vancouver to Duke Point in Nanaimo. This is also a beautiful trip and takes about 2 hours.

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Vancouver Island University has a

reputation for excellence and our

graduates consistently give us top

marks for quality of instruction and

usefulness of education.

VIU is ranked #1 in Canada

according to the 2009 National

Survey of Student Engagement,

published in

Macleans

magazine.

Last year more than 10,000 students,

including 1,000 international

students from over 60 different

countries chose VIU for the

following reasons:

• Excellent instruction by highly

qualified faculty

• Small classes where discussion is

encouraged

• Comprehensive services and

support for all students

• Opportunities for undergraduate

research

• Our central Vancouver Island

location with mountains and the

ocean just minutes away from the

campus

• Competitive tuition fees

• Financial assistance and student

employment programs

• State-of-the-art library

• On-site student residences in

Nanaimo

• Modern and well-equipped labs

and art studios

• Education abroad and international

exchange programs

• Award winning athletic teams;

fitness, sports and outdoor

recreation programs

The

Nanaimo campus

is located

on a spectacular 110-acre site on

the lower slopes of Mount Benson,

overlooking the city of Nanaimo,

the Georgia Strait and the coastal

mountains.

Nanaimo Campus

900 Fifth Street

Nanaimo, BC

Canada V9R 5S5

Tel: 250-753-3245

Toll free: 1-888-920-2221

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A Life Changing Experience

An education at Vancouver Island University can change your

life in many positive ways: by preparing you for professional

opportunities, helping you acquire skills that lead to a rewarding

career and encouraging the development of a greater awareness

of the world around you.

Opportunities exist on campus that you won’t find anywhere else.

You’ll have the chance to explore your interests with hands-on

research opportunities for undergraduates, to experience other

cultures first-hand through our education abroad programs

and to make friendships and memories that will last you a

lifetime. Through your experience at Vancouver Island University

you will connect with a community of dynamic faculty who are

enthusiastic about teaching and staying involved with developing

trends in their areas of expertise.

Become a welcomed and vital part of the VIU community, where

you can participate in all the possibilities campus life has to

offer while living in one of the most environmentally rewarding

locations in Canada.

At VIU, we take “Love where you learn” to heart and know you

will, too.

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Award winning poet, novelist and essayist Dionne Brand gave a memorable reading and lecture as VIU’s 2006 Gustafson Distinguished Poet. Her writing is notable for the beauty of its language and for its engagement with issues of social justice.

VIU physics professor Ray Penner organized an action packed “extreme science” show to raise funds for a charity in Africa, which provides LED lighting to secondary schools in rural Malawi where students attend evening study sessions.

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“

[Undergrad research] is almost

unheard of at larger institutions. I

feel very lucky. These opportunities

at VIU far exceeded what I

expected to get out of my

undergraduate experience.

”

— Jake Etzkorn, VIU BSc grad and international researcher, is currently working

on a research project in Seattle , funded by the Environmental Protection Agency, evaluating the effectiveness of existing regulatory monitoring stations

in predicting air quality. He is also working on a project at Nanaimo’s Pacific Biological Station examining ultraviolet radiation and its effects on juvenile salmon, and is beginning a field project looking at how environmental factors affect the biomass

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Anne McCarthy, a technologist in VIU’s Fisheries and Aquaculture department, is experimenting with a new aquaponics system which combines traditional hydroponics and aquaculture. Fish waste is recycled into adjoining tanks which contain growing vegetable plants. The plants’ roots absorb the fish waste and clean the water. The cleaned water is pumped back into the fish tanks. viu.ca/fisheries

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VIU Outdoor Recreation Programs provide students with the opportunity to take part in a variety of outdoor activities at a reasonable cost. Go kayaking, climbing, skiing, caving, rafting, surfing or hiking. Transportation, instruction and equipment are provided. Try a new sport and meet new friends.

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Nanaimo is a centrally located Vancouver Island community of 79,000 and is home to the main VIU campus. The island has the mildest Canadian climate and a spectacular landscape. Downtown Nanaimo is steps from the harbour and hosts shops, pubs and outdoor eateries. A waterfront walkway and lookout, right, are popular meeting points for residents and visitors.

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Far left, VIU Mariners athletic teams have won the BC Colleges’ Athletic Association aggregate award for the past 3 consecutive years.

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Lindsay Kruit, a fourth year VIU Economics and Global Studies student, completed a three month internship in Uganda funded by CIDA. She was part of a team of three Canadian interns responsible for the formation and implementation of a small-scale microfinance program for the Aimembabazi Children’s Project.

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Admission Requirements

Vancouver Island University offers a wide

variety of academic programs. Admission

to most academic programs requires high

school graduation with 6 years of previous

English language study – TOEFL, IELTS,

or other test scores are accepted but not

required. For students interested in studying

in university whose first language is not

English, the Language Centre provides a

pathway to enter university without needing

to complete the TOEFL, IELTS or other

language proficiency test.

For Further Information

Contact International Education at Vancouver

Island University:

E-mail:

study@viu.ca

or visit our website at

viu.ca/international

Tuition

English Language Program

7 weeks: $2,400 14 weeks: $4,700

Degree, Diploma and Certificate Programs

$5,900 Per semester for up to 15 credits

Post-degree Diploma In Business

$12,750 for complete program (30 credits)

Master of Business Administration/Master of Science in International Business

$4,850 Management Foundation Program (Non-business graduates)

$29,500 MBA/MScIB (includes textbooks)

All prices in Canadian Dollars and subject to change without notice. Refunds: Please visit our website

viu.ca/esl/tuition.asp

“

Through education

comes knowledge,

through knowledge

comes wisdom, and

through wisdom our

world is transformed.

”

— VIU Chancellor Chief Shawn Atleo is a Hereditary Chief from the

Ahousaht First Nation and National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations. DEGREES AT VIU

Bachelor of Arts

Areas of study: Anthropology, Business, Creative Writing, Criminology, Digital Media Studies, Economics, English, First Nations Studies, Geography, Global Studies, Graphic Design, History, Languages and Culture, Liberal Studies, Media Studies, Philosophy, Physical Education, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Theatre, Visual Art, Women’s Studies

Within a BA degree, students may also complete a number of science-based minors.

Areas of study include: Biology, Chemistry, Computing Science, Earth Science, Mathematics, Psychology Additional majors and minors are under development.

Bachelor of Arts in Child & Youth Care Bachelor of Business Administration Master of Business Administration Bachelor of Education

Bachelor of Education, Post-Baccalaureate Degree Master of Education in Educational Leadership Bachelor of Hospitality Management

Bachelor of Interior Design Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Natural Resource Protection Bachelor of Science

Areas of Study: Biology, Chemistry, Computing Science, Earth Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology

Within a BSc degree, students may also complete a number of arts-based minors. Areas of study include: Anthropology, Business, Creative Writing, Digital Media Studies, Economics, English, First Nations Studies, Geography, Global Studies, History, Languages and Culture, Liberal Studies, Media Studies, Philosophy, Physical Education, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Theatre, Visual Art, Women’s Studies Additional majors and minors are under development.

Bachelor of Science in Fisheries & Aquaculture Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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ARTS, HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES

Associate of Arts Degree/Associate of Science Degree

Recognizes successful completion of two years of academic studies in a range of Arts and Science subjects.

• 2-year Associate Degree program

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Areas of study: Anthropology, Business, Creative Writing, Criminology, Digital Media Studies, Economics, English, First Nations Studies, Geography, Global Studies, Graphic Design, History, Languages and Culture, Liberal Studies, Media Studies, Philosophy, Physical Education, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Theatre, Visual Art, Women’s Studies

Within a BA degree, students may also complete a number of science-based minors.

Areas of study include: Biology, Chemistry, Computing Science, Earth Science, Mathematics, Psychology

Bachelor of Interior Design

A career-focused degree that combines theory with specialized knowledge and the development of proficiencies relative to the interior design profession.

• 4-year Degree program

Criminology

Prepare for a career in the criminal justice system in the public and private sector. This program ladders into VIU’s Bachelor of Arts, major in Criminology.

• 2-year Diploma program

Internet Production

Learn essential skills for web designers: web authoring, client-side scripting, visual interface and usability design, digital image design and multimedia production for the web.

• 8-month online Certificate program • 2-year Diploma program

Post-Degree Diploma in Languages & Culture (Romance Languages)

For holders of recognized undergraduate degrees who wish to complete the equivalent of a language minor.

• 1- to 4-year Post-Degree Diploma program

History students

commemorate Canadian war

experiences

Under the direction of History Professor Dr. Stephen Davies, students assist with The Canadian Letters & Images Project (CLIP), a unique online archive of Canadian war experiences.

“The objective of CLIP is to let Canadians tell their own story in their own words by

creating a permanent online archive preserving Canada’s wartime correspondence from the battlefront and from the home front,” said Davies, who started the project in 2000.

The collection now has over 6,000 donated letters and images available, with another 4,000 in the process of being digitized and added to the site. Although it was created for students, The Canadian Images and Letters project is now being utilized by researchers, professional historians, and scholars around the world.

Recently, the Canadian War Museum used images in an exhibit that were only available through this project, and the Senior Historian of the museum uses the site for classes at Carelton University. History students help transcribe the letters onto the online archive, and study some of the soldiers in depth. Davies took a group of students to France and Belgium in spring 2008 as part of a three week field school, which turned into an unforgettable and moving experience. “The students searched out specific grave sites and left laminated photos and letters of soldiers they studied in class.”

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Education is a human right and needs

to be accessible to everyone. Education

is powerful. It’s more powerful than

war or politics. Everyone deserves

that opportunity. That’s what World

University Service of Canada

(WUSC) is all about.

”

— Kalila Wilkinson, VIU student and organizer of VIU’s participation in the World University Service of Canada’s (WUSC) Student Refugee Program, which brings student refugees from developing countries and helps them access education in Canada.

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ART, DESIGN & PERFORMING ARTS

Classical Music

Gain a solid foundation in music from a theoretical, historical and performance perspective; learn through classroom lectures, seminars and performance ensembles.

• Bachelor of Music – Classical, Transfer, 2-year university transfer program for preparation to enter into third year of Bachelor of Music programs at BC universities.

Graphic Design

Learn the theoretical, practical and creative skills required to launch a career as a graphic designer in print and digital media.

• Bachelor of Arts, Major in Graphic Design, 4-year Degree program

Interior Design

A career-focused degree that combines theory with specialized knowledge and the development of proficiencies relative to the interior design profession.

• Bachelor of Arts, Major in Interior Design, 4-year Degree program

Jazz Studies

Learn theory, performance ensembles, and hands-on composing and recording techniques for jazz. • Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies, 4-year Degree program

• Jazz Studies Diploma, 2-year program – ladders into year 3 of VIU’s Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies

Theatre

Hands-on preparation in all aspects of technical theatre including costume design, sound, lighting, stage management and marketing.

• Bachelor of Arts, Minor in Theatre, 4-year Degree program taken in combination with a BA major or another minor

• Theatre Diploma, 2-year program

• Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theatre Transfer, 2-year university transfer program for entrance into third year of Bachelor of Fine Arts programs at BC universities

Visual Arts

Multi-dimensional in focus, VIU’s visual arts programs include multi-media and contemporary cultural studies, studio courses and theory courses in 2- and 3-dimensional art and design.

• Bachelor of Arts, Minor in Visual Arts, 4-year Degree program taken in combination with a major or another minor

• Bachelor of Fine Arts – Visual Arts, Transfer, 2-year university transfer program for entrance into third year of Bachelor of Fine Arts programs at BC universities

• Visual Arts Diploma, 2-year program

Student designers rock

It was a clean sweep for Vancouver Island University (VIU) graphic design students in a prestigious design competition.

VIU students claimed all three student awards in the print category of the Rock Awards, a competition sponsored by the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC Vancouver Island Chapter).

Student Faye M. McCoole won a Rock Award for her book entry titled Art Deco: Fashioning a Style, while Sarita Mielke won a merit award for the interior layout of the popular student magazine, Portal. Josh Nychuk won a merit award for the Portal magazine cover.

“Our students won the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada BC provincial Salazar Awards for best student work in a two-year Graphic Design program six years in a row,” said Karen Hodgson, professor and co-chair of VIU’s Graphic Design degree program.”

Graduates from the program enjoy about an 80 percent job placement rate, with many of them hired by major design firms in Victoria, Nanaimo, Vancouver and elsewhere.

VIU’s Art and Design department launched a Graphic Design degree (Bachelor of Arts Major in Graphic Design) in September 2008, the only full degree program of its kind on Vancouver Island.

Hodgson said a unique feature of the degree program is a “management stream” for students interested in studio management or entrepreneurial management. “There’s currently no similar program in Canada that includes this component,” she said.

viu.ca/graphicdesign

“

There are so many

talented people here –

the students in my class

and my instructors.

I’m learning so much.

You can’t help but be

a sponge and soak

it all up.

”

— Faye McCoole, VIU Graphic Design student and one of the winners of the Cady/Marshall Student Scholarships offered by the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC)

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BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT

Applied Business Technology (Office Administration)

In-depth office skills training required by today’s office-based professions; specializations offered to prepare for careers as an Accounting Assistant (Bookkeeper), Administrative Assistant and Legal Administrative Assistant. For info call 250-740-6410.

• 10-month Certificate program; also offered online

Business

• Master of Business Administration, 14- to 16-month Graduate Degree program

In partnership with the University of Hertfordshire, this dual Canadian/British degree program is designed to give students an opportunity to combine new knowledge and practical experience through the integration of theory, research and practice that can be applied at regional, national and international levels.

• Bachelor of Business Administration, 4-year Degree program

Provides a thorough understanding of the economic, social, political, legal and ethical factors that affect the world of business. Concentrations in Accounting, Economics, Financial Services, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management and Marketing.

• Bachelor of Arts, Minor in Business, 4-year Degree program taken in combination with a BA major or another minor. Combines business knowledge and skills with the knowledge gained from a BA major or another minor.

• Diploma in Business Administration, 2-year program

Provides a well-rounded business education; awarded on completion of the first two years of the Bachelor of Business Administration.

Business Management

Designed for individuals with business experience who wish to improve their management skills. • 1-year, Certificate program

Business StudiesPost-Degree Diploma

For undergraduate degree holders who want to study business and management, or wish to strengthen their academic background to pursue graduate studies. Specializations in Accounting, Financial Services, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management & Leadership and Marketing. • 1-year Post-Degree Diploma program

Hospitality Management

• Bachelor of Hospitality Management, 4-year Degree program

Expand middle and senior management skills and knowledge with a focus on resort properties, communities and businesses.

• Hospitality Management Diploma, 2-year program

Prepare for a wide range of management positions in the hospitality industry. Graduates can apply to enter the third year of VIU’s Bachelor of Tourism Management or Bachelor of Hospitality Management programs. Includes a Co-op Education component.

Wine Business

Study courses related to the wine industry, the process of wine making, wine appreciation, wine marketing, wine tourism and other knowledge related to the business of wine.

• 1 year full–time or 2 years part–time Certificate program

Student internship program at

VIU is making a big impact in

the business world

Sixty students in the Master of Business

Administration (MBA) program recently completed four-month internships for high profile companies and organizations, including the Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce, Meyers Norris Penny Chartered Accountants, Nanaimo Airport Commission, the Business Development Bank of Canada and the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board, to name a few. “The response from regional businesses and organizations in supporting our MBA students has been fantastic,” said John Woychuk, Internship Coordinator. “Employers tell us the interns have exceeded their expectations.”

VIU’s MBA program and internship component is unique in Canada. Students earn two degrees – a Master’s in Business Administration from VIU and a Master’s in Science in International Business from Hertfordshire University in the United Kingdom. They complete one year of intensive course work, then a four month internship where they apply their skills and knowledge in a real world setting. The 14-month program is offered in a condensed time-frame so students can enter the workforce faster. “Students love it. The program builds a bridge from their education to the workforce,” said Woychuk. MBA student Veronica Villalva attests to the value of the internship experience. She left Mexico City a year ago to live and study in Canada. As an intern, Villalva worked for the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance (VIEA), helping plan and organize the 2008 Vancouver Island Economic Summit.

“Together with another student intern, I spent four months meeting with mayors, community leaders, First Nations leaders, and others in several Island communities including Tofino, Ucluelet, Port Alberni, Courtenay, Comox and Gold River to learn about the state of Vancouver Island’s economy,” she explained. “A highlight was interviewing Vancouver Island University’s new Chancellor, Chief Shawn Atleo. He has a huge and great perspective on life. “Our research and fact-finding will form part of the State of the Economy Address by the Chair of the VIEA during the Summit. My internship confirmed that positive thinking, hard work, and good relationships are key to opening doors. There will be always challenges but with every challenge there will be new opportunities too.”

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I spent four months meeting

with mayors, community

leaders, First Nations leaders

. . . to learn about the state of

Vancouver Island’s economy.

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— Veronica Villalva, VIU MBA student who helped plan and organize the 2008 Vancouver Island Economic Summit

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HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Child & Youth Care

• Bachelor of Arts in Child & Youth Care, 4-year Degree program

Prepare for employment in the child and youth care field, ranging from early intervention with special needs infants and youth corrections, to child protection and guardianship.

• Child & Youth Care Diploma, 2-year program

Gain skills and knowledge required to conduct child and youth care practice in community and residential settings. Ladders into VIU’s Bachelor of Arts in Child & Youth Care.

Disability Studies

Advanced level training for working in the community living, disability and disability related sectors. This program builds on VIU’s School and Community Support Worker program.

Early Childhood Education and Care

Gain knowledge and skills necessary to work with young children and their families in licensed childcare settings. Completion of the program meets the eligibility requirements to apply for admission to the third year of VIU’s Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care.

Home Support/Resident Care Attendant

Become a caregiver in intermediate and extended care facilities, home support agencies and residential settings.

• 24-week Certificate program

Horticultural Therapy

Prepare for employment as a specially educated and trained practitioner of rehabilitative and therapy teams in diverse settings, including hospitals, day clinics, extended care facilities, nursing homes, prisons, residences, rehabilitation centres, schools and a myriad of facility and community settings serving individuals with special needs.

School and Community Support Worker

Includes both theoretical studies and practical applications for working with people who have disabilities, across the lifespan. The core and specialty courses provide the skills and knowledge to work in schools and community.

• 1-year Certificate program

Social Services

Provides advanced-level training for working in the social services field. Completion of the program also earns credit towards the Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care degree.

• 2-year university transfer program for entrance into third year of a Bachelor of Social Work program at BC universities.

Enrich your education

experience with study abroad

programs

The Early Childhood Education & Care, Child & Youth Care and Nursing programs at VIU, together with the faculties of Psychology and English (Teacher Training) at Widya Mandala Surabaya Catholic University in Indonesia, are engaged in an international project to develop curriculum in Early Childhood Development for individuals working with children in Surabaya, Indonesia.

The project is funded by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) through the

Association of Community Colleges of Canada (ACCC).

The two universities are also working together to create relevant practical experiences for Canadian students interested in overseas practicum and work placement opportunities.

A course, co-taught by Canadian and Indonesian faculty will be delivered in the evenings for the Indonesian students. The Canadian students will also be invited to participate in some of these classes.

The CCPP/ACCC project provides an exceptional and exciting opportunity for cross-cultural experiences for both Canadian and Indonesian students and faculty.

viu.ca/educationabroad/ECECYCIndonesia.asp

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The learning in

Indonesian programs is

more highly structured. In

our programs, learning is

advanced through play.

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— Linda McDonell, VIU Professor, Early Childhood Education, has helped develop Early Child Education programs in Indonesia for CIDA.

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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Associate of Arts Degree/Associate of Science Degree

Recognizes successful completion of two years of academic studies in a range of Arts and Science subjects.

• 2-year Associate Degree program

Bachelor of Science

Areas of study: Biology, Chemistry, Computing Science, Earth Science, Engineering, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology

Within a BSc degree, students may also complete a number of arts-based minors.

Areas of study include: Anthropology, Business, Creative Writing, Digital Media Studies, Economics, English, First Nations Studies, Geography, Global Studies, History, Languages and Culture, Liberal Studies, Media Studies, Philosophy, Physical Education, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Theatre, Visual Art, Women’s Studies

Computing Science

Prepare for a career as a computer programmer and/or analyst. • 2-year Diploma program

• BA/BSc Major and Minor options

Fisheries & Aquaculture

• Bachelor of Science in Fisheries & Aquaculture 4-year Degree program

Gain broad scientific knowledge and applied, hands-on technical skills for careers in industry, government or self-employment in the fisheries and aquaculture field.

• Fisheries & Aquaculture Technology Diploma, 2-year program

Theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for employment in rearing or assessment of aquatic stocks, and personnel and business management functions in fisheries and aquaculture. Ladders into VIU’S Bachelor of Science in Fisheries & Aquaculture.

• Fisheries & Aquaculture Technology Post-Degree Diploma, 1-year program

Those with a BSc in Biological Science may qualify to complete the Technology Diploma program in one year. A limited number of students will be permitted to enrol in this option. The program will be tailored to reflect the student’s advanced background and experience.

Forest Resources Technology

Prepare for a variety of technical positions in forestry, environmental management and natural resource management.

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VIU students educate others

about climate change

VIU students want to motivate, inspire and educate their high school peers to be proactive about climate change.

Fisheries and Aquaculture student Carol Bob is the driving force behind VIU’s student Chemistry Club and its ancillary group, Awareness of Climate Change through Education (ACE).

ACE has developed a 40-minute PowerPoint presentation for Grade 10 students about the science of climate change. The presentation includes information about greenhouse gases, global warming and what students can do to help reduce their carbon footprint.

“The mandate of ACE’s public outreach initiative is to raise awareness about the science of climate change and the resulting environmental impacts,” said Bob. “We want to promote a sense of urgency around climate change action and discuss solutions. Our goal is to motivate high school students to take actions in their own lives that will contribute to the sustainability of the planet and reduce our carbon footprint. Every person can make a difference.” Bob’s motivation to launch the Chemistry Club and ACE came from Chemistry Professor Dr. Erik Krogh. “Dr. Krogh is passionate about protecting the environment,” she said. “His enthusiasm is

contagious. You hear him speak and you just have to do something. He’s my inspiration.”

The Club will provide social activities, academic leadership and professional development opportunities to its members through Chemistry Student Initiatives (CSI). Members will have the opportunity to enhance their academic interests by volunteering with local high schools, professional societies, environmental agencies and their peers. It’s going to be a great learning experience for everyone,” said Bob. “It’s a good way to develop communication skills, professional contacts, and networking opportunities with the general public and potential employers.”

Krogh is also co-director of the Applied Environmental Research laboratory at VIU. “It’s a terrific learning experience for students,” he said. “As a professor, it’s great to see students so motivated and inspired by their classroom learning.”

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“

Dr. Krogh is passionate about

protecting the environment. His

enthusiasm is contagious. You

hear him speak and you just

have to do something.

He’s my inspiration.

”

— Carol Bob, Fisheries and Aquaculture student and the driving force behind VIU’s student Chemistry Club and its ancillary group, Awareness of Climate Change through Education (ACE).

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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

GIS Applications

Learn to use geographic information systems as a spatial informational and problem-solving tool for careers in GIS applications.

• 8-month Advanced Diploma

Green Building and Renewable Energy Technician

Learn essential skills and knowledge that address energy efficiency and renewable energy applications in buildings. Underlying theme is environmental, social and financial sustainability in buildings as exemplified by the LEED® program.

Horticultural Technician Foundation

Learn sustainable horticultural practices including integrated pest management and environmentally responsible greenhouse, nursery and landscape practices.

• 9-month Certificate program

Information Technology & Applied Systems

Prepare for a career in the design, installation, operation and administration of network and Internet-based information systems.

Internet Production

Learn essential skills for web designers: web authoring, client-side scripting, visual interface and usability design, digital image design and multimedia production for the web.

• 8-month online Certificate program • 2-year Diploma program

Natural Resource Protection and Management

• Bachelor of Natural Resource Protection, 4-year Degree program

Prepares students for careers in the natural resource conservation and protection field. • Resource Management Officer Technology, 2-year Diploma program

Prepares students for careers as fisheries, conservation or parks officers for provincial or federal ministries, or for self-employment. Ladders into VIU’s Bachelor of Science, major in Biology; Bachelor of Science in Fisheries & Aquaculture; and Bachelor of Natural Resource Protection degree programs.

VIU students make a difference

VIU students have plenty of amazing opportunities. Just ask Christine LoScerbo. She was chosen as one of 20 Canadian and American student volunteers for the United Nation’s “Kick the Carbon Habit” Education Campaign Youth Network. The campaign aims to make a dent in climate change by educating people on how to lower their carbon consumption. A student in VIU’s Geography department, LoScerbo served as a resource for community groups and schools across BC, Alberta, the Northwest Territories and the Yukon, supporting individuals and groups with their efforts to make changes and educate their communities. She’s continued this work through her involvement with the VIU campus group, Solutions: A Sustainability Network, which is also part of goBEYOND, a youth-led project at BC’s post-secondary institutions, which works to educate, inspire, engage and support others in taking action against climate change.

Steven Earle, Chair of VIU’s Geology Department, invited LoScerbo to apply for the Kick the Carbon Habit project. “I think it’s a real honour for VIU. Christine was one of four Canadian students chosen. It’s an important initiative to get the message out to students that we all need to work on climate change.” With climate change a growing global concern, LoScerbo thinks these networks can be an important resource for people. “We want to help people get more groups going in the community, starting those small changes that we can all make to lessen our impact.” LoScerbo said VIU’s Geography program, and her focus on urban planning, allows her to incorporate sustainability issues into her

coursework. “I’m really excited about the responsibility and ability to integrate seemingly outside interests into the set curriculum and projects,” she explained. “There are many issues locally that inspire me.”

“VIU is an amazing campus community, particularly in the realm of sustainability,” she said. “We’re moving forward full throttle and covering a wide range of sustainability issues because of our research as an institution.”

With so much of her time spent working on sustainability issues, there is no doubt that this young woman is dedicated to making a difference. “I’m extremely passionate about sustainability. It’s a worthwhile endeavour.” viu.ca/calendar/Technology/greenbuild.asp

“

VIU is an amazing

campus community,

particularly in

the realm of

sustainability. We’re

moving forward full

throttle and covering

a wide range of

sustainability

issues.

”

— Christine LoScerbo, VIU student and member of United Nation’s “Kick the Carbon Habit” Education Campaign Youth Network

For more information on how you can lower your carbon consumption check out the United Nations Environment Programme website at www.rona.unep.org

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Vancouver Island University 15 Vancouver Island University 15

TEACHER EDUCATION

Bachelor of Education

Course work and field experience prepares graduates to teach Kindergarten to Grade 12. • 3-year Degree program following completion of 2 years of a BA or BSc program

Bachelor of Education - Post-Baccalaureate

For those who already possess an undergraduate degree; provides course work and field experience to prepare graduates to become elementary or secondary school teachers.

• 1½-year Post-Degree program

VIU grad receives Alberta

teaching award

Vancouver Island University Education graduate Jennifer Koganow recently received the Alberta School Board Association’s Edwin Parr Award recognizing her as one of the province’s best first year teachers.

Koganow was shocked when she learned she had received the prestigious award, but her former instructors at VIU were not.

“I can honestly say that Jennifer Koganow exemplifies the outcomes of our Education program. She is an outstanding educator,” said Mary O’Neill, one of Koganow’s former instructors. After graduating from the concurrent Bachelor of Art/Bachelor of Education program at VIU in 2006, Koganow decided to apply for her Alberta Teaching Certificate. The Alberta-British Columbia Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility Agreement made this easy and her teacher training at VIU gave her all she needed to qualify.

Koganow, 26, now teaches grade three at Derek Taylor Public School in Grande Prairie. She helped open the new school in September 2007.

“It’s perfect, exactly where I want to be,” she said. “I love the smiles on the kids faces every morning and knowing they are excited to be in my classroom.” Koganow grew up in Quesnel, B.C. and came to VIU to start her degree. She only intended to stay for a couple of years but once the five-and-a-half-year Bachelor of Art/Bachelor of Education program opened up, she decided to complete her degree on Vancouver Island.

“I made lots of friends at VIU,” said Koganow. “The small university atmosphere made it easy for

me to make close relationships with my professors.”

“It was a privilege to have worked and learned alongside Jennifer,” added O’Neill. “Our faculty understands the responsibility we share in

crafting teachers to enter this challenging and demanding profession. All of us here in

VIU’s Education program are honoured to have contributed to Jennifer’s success. We’re very proud of her.”

viu.ca/education

“

I made lots of friends at VIU. The

small university atmosphere

made it easy for me to make close

relationships with my professors.

”

— Jennifer Koganow, VIU Education graduate, won the Alberta School Board Association’s Edwin Parr Award recognizing her as one of the province’s best first year teachers.

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TOURISM, SPORT, HOSPITALITY & RECREATION

Event Management

Prepare for a career in event management, working in a wide range of sectors: tourism, recreation, arts, culture, sports, fund-raising, corporate marketing and non-profit organizations. For info call 250-740-6160. • Part-time, online Certificate program

Hospitality Management

• Bachelor of Hospitality Management, 4-year Degree program

Expand middle and senior management skills and knowledge with a focus on resort properties, communities and businesses. Entry in year 3, following completion of 2-year Hospitality Management Diploma.

• Hospitality Management Diploma, 2-year program

Prepare for a wide range of management positions in the hospitality industry. Graduates can apply to enter the third year of VIU’s Bachelor of Tourism Management or Bachelor of Hospitality Management. Program includes a Co-op Education component.

Physical Education

Sport, Health, and Physical Education (SHAPE) is a dynamic and growing department committed to excellence in curriculum, instruction and student success; the programs strive to prepare undergraduates in the diverse field of physical education and to promote physical activity, sport and healthy lifestyles. • Bachelor of Arts, Major or Minor in Physical Education, 4-year Degree program

• Bachelor of Science, Minor in Physical Education, 4-year Degree program

Recreation and Sport Management

Learn to plan, organize and supervise recreation and leisure experiences for a variety of participants in preparation for an entry-level career in recreation and sport services. Graduates can apply to enter the third year of VIU’s Bachelor of Tourism Management. Program includes a Co-op Education component. • 2-year Diploma program

Tourism

• Bachelor of Tourism Management, 4-year Degree program

Learn the theoretical knowledge and applied skills related to the provision of leisure services

management in the fields of recreation and tourism. Entry in year 3, following completion of Diploma in Recreation, Tourism or Hospitality, or with department permission. Students can major in Recreation and Sport Management or Tourism Studies.

• Tourism Studies Diploma, 2-year program

Provides hands-on experience in planning and managing leisure experiences in a variety of settings. Graduates can apply to enter the third year of VIU’s Bachelor of Tourism Management program. Program includes a Co-op Education component.

VIU responds to industry

demand with a Hospitality

Management degree

Six years after graduating from Vancouver Island University’s (VIU’s) two-year Hospitality Management diploma program, Melissa Townsend landed a great job as General Manager at the Best Western Hotel Northgate Inn in Nanaimo. Now, thanks to the support of her employer, Townsend is back in the classroom two days a week completing her degree.

Townsend is one of a number of working

professionals who are returning to school to further their education. She jumped at the chance to enrol in VIU’s new Bachelor of Hospitality Management degree program, launched in September, 2009. “The flexibility of the part-time degree program allows me to remain at my current job, and continue my education at the same time,” she said. “I wanted to stay in the industry, meet my financial and personal goals, and work towards my educational goals.” Townsend completed the diploma program in 2001, and was hired immediately with the Hotel Grand Pacific in Victoria as a Front Desk Agent and rose quickly through the ranks to Guest Services Manager. She accepted the General Manager position at the Best Western Northgate Inn just over a year ago.

“I have no doubt that my education from VIU was a huge factor in achieving my career success,” she said. “Now I feel that in order to move forward in my career, I need to further my education once again. The decision to come back to VIU to finish my degree was an easy one. The more education you receive, the better, and the further you are able to go forward in your field. A lot of positions now require a degree. Since I have started my degree, I’m amazed how much I’ve learned.”

The degree combines study and paid experience through three co-operative education work placements throughout the four-year program. For people already working within the industry, the flexibility of the new degree program allows students to enter directly into year three on a full-time or part-full-time basis.

viu.ca/hospitality

“

The flexibility of the part-time

degree program allows me to

remain at my current job, and

continue my education at the

same time.

”

— Melissa Townsend, student in VIU’s Bachelor of Hospitality Management program

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Vancouver Island University 17 Vancouver Island University 17

VOCATIONAL, TRADES & APPLIED TECHNOLOGY

Trades & Applied Technology. Program length may be subject to change. Check individual programs for admission requirements at www.viu.ca/calendar or call250-740-6410 for more information.

Aluminum Boat Building

Applied Business Technology (Office Administration) Automotive Service Technician

Carpentry Culinary Arts

Learn basic and advanced techniques of professional cooking in preparation for careers in the food industry through the Culinary Institute of Vancouver Island at VIU. Provides opportunity for credit towards apprenticeship.

• 1-year Certificate program • 2-year Diploma program

Electrician Hairdressing

Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning/Refrigeration Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport Mechanics

Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator Foundation Heavy Equipment Operator Technician Information Technology & Applied Systems Power Sports and Marine Technician Professional Baking & Pastry Arts

Road Building & Heavy Construction Equipment Operator Welding Levels C, B, A

Culinary Arts student places

fourth in the world

Culinary Arts grad Carlos Rodriguez is still amazed about the “once-in-a-life-time” opportunity he had at VIU. While a student, Carlos won an all-expenses paid trip to Dubai after winning first place in LG Home Chef, a national cooking competition sponsored by LG Electronics.

Representing the Culinary Institute of Vancouver Island at VIU, Rodriguez beat competitors from well-known Culinary Arts programs in Quebec and Ontario, before competing in Dubai in a global cooking competition where he placed fourth in the world.

“Every once in a while, our students get these amazing opportunities,” said Debbie Shore, an instructor in VIU’s Culinary Institute. “In this case, the stars aligned perfectly for Carlos.”

“Carlos walked into our teaching kitchen at VIU at that exact moment, returning from a two-month co-operative education placement at Mission Hill Winery in Kelowna. We knew he’d be the perfect fit for this competition.”

Rodriguez spent two full weeks practicing for Dubai. “Every chef at VIU mentored and coached me,” he said. “They were fantastic and offered a lot of positive encouragement.”

Originally from Venezuela, Rodriguez arrived at VIU with no interest in cooking. He began working on a Global Studies degree in 2002 and supported himself through school by working as a dishwasher and line cook at local restaurants.

He fell in love with cooking. After completing his Global Studies degree, Carlos hung it on his wall, and enrolled in the one-year Culinary Arts certificate program. The day he graduated, he entered the two-year diploma program.

“Cooking is clearly where my passion lies,” he said. Rodriguez’s international success followed on the heels of many provincial accolades for his cooking talents. He won a gold medal at the EAT Vancouver show, and a silver medal at the BC Junior Chefs competition.

According to Shore, he’s an up-and-coming star of VIU’s Culinary Arts program. “We’re so proud of Carlos. He’s an exceptional student who will go far in his culinary career.”

viu.ca/culinary

“

Every chef at VIU mentored and

coached me. They were fantastic

and offered a lot of positive

encouragement.

”

— Carlos Rodriguez, VIU Culinary Arts grad and award winning chef

Apprenticeship Programs

Call 250.740.6255 or visit viu.ca/apprenticeship

Automotive Service Technician, Baker, Carpenter, Cook, Electrician, Gas Fitter, Heavy Duty Mechanic, Power Sports and Marine Technician, Metal Fabricator

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A T H L E T I C S a t V I U

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VIU Mariners viu.ca/mariners

The VIU Mariners have a winning reputation in BC and Canada – our athletic teams have won numerous provincial and national titles. Vancouver Island University is a charter member of the British Columbia Colleges’ Athletic Association (BCCAA).

The Athletics department at VIU has a tradition of academic and athletic excellence, with a strong emphasis on quality coaching. Student athletes are eligible for many scholarships and financial awards.

Our coaches strive to teach student athletes respect for the traditions of sport that winning is not everything, and it is important to have competed well. Besides developing physical fitness and skill, sports assist in the development of self-confidence, leadership, time management, teamwork and friendship; skills that will benefit student athletes in all aspects of life.

VIU Mariners varsity sports teams include: Badminton – Mixed

Basketball – Men and Women Golf – Men

Soccer – Men and Women Volleyball – Men and Women

Gymnasium

Home of the VIU Mariners, our 20,000 square foot gym has volleyball, basketball, badminton, squash and racquetball courts, as well as a fully equipped workout facility.

Campus Recreation

viu.ca/campusrec

VIU’s Campus Recreation department organizes a full program of intramurals, fitness, and indoor and outdoor activities to promote an active and healthy lifestyle.

Student Clubs

viu.ca/studentsuccess/clubs

Several clubs operate under the auspices of the Vancouver Island University Students’ Union (VIUSU). The VIUSU also organizes campus social events such as dances, welcome week festivities and movie nights. Weekly events are held at the Students’ Union Pub (Bldg 193).

For more information visit

viu.ca/mariners

or call 250 -740 - 6402

VIU MARINERS National and Provincial Championships

2009,2008,2007 BC Collegiate Aggregate Award for top overall athletic program in the BCCAA.

• 2009 BCCAA Provincial Silver Medalists Women’s Volleyball • 2009 BCCAA Provincial Bronze Medalists Men’s Volleyball • 2009 BCCAA Provincial Bronze Medalists Badminton • 2008 CCAA National Champions for Women’s Volleyball • 2008 National Bronze Medalists for Badminton

• 2008 BCCAA Provincial Champions for Women’s Volleyball • 2007 CCAA National Silver Medalists for Men’s Volleyball • 2007 BCCAA Provincial Champions for Men’s Volleyball • 2007 CCAA National Bronze Medalists for Badminton • 2007 CCAA National Bronze Medalists for Women’s Volleyball

VIU Athletics is committed to

building champions through

academic achievement,

athletic excellence and national

recognition of our student

athletes, teams and programs.

We provide our student athletes

with all the necessary tools for

them to be champions in their

sport and life.

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Go Global with VIU!

VIU graduates will be working in a global village and the more skills students learn in university, the better off they are in this environment. Studying abroad helps students gain a better understanding of global issues and an appreciation of diversity. Working or studying in a foreign environment demonstrates to employers that VIU students are willing to accept new challenges and have a certain level of maturity and independence.

Exchanges

Students can study for 1 or 2 semesters at a partner school and transfer the course credits back to their program at VIU. We have partners in:

Consortia

• Norway, Sweden, Russia, Iceland, USA, Canada: University of the Artic – North 2 North exchange program

• USA, Canada, Mexico: Program for North American Mobility in Higher Education • Canada, European Union: Program for

Co-operation in Higher Education, Training and Youth

Europe

• Netherlands: Hogeschool Utrecht, INHOLLAND University

• France: Burgundy School of Business, L’Ecole Forestiere de Meymac (Forestry), University of Bourgogne,

• England: University of Hertfordshire, University of Central Lancashire (Forestry) • Finland: Tampere Polytechnic University of

Applied Sciences

• Hungary: University of West Hungary (Forestry)

• Italy: University of Padua (Forestry)

South Pacific

• Australia: Deakin University, Victoria University, Canberra University

• New Zealand: Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, UNITEC Institute of Technology

Asia

• Japan: JF Oberlin University, Mejiro University

• Korea: Chung-Ang University, Seoul Women’s University

North America

• USA: Oregon State University (Aquaculture), Trent University (First Nations), University of Central Arkansas (Business, Tourism), California State University (Business, Tourism)

• Mexico: Universidad de Colima (First Nations, Business, Tourism), Valle del Mezquital (First nations), Universidad Juarez Autonoma de Tabasco (Business, Tourism), Universidad de Monterrey

Field Schools

These are overseas academic programs of 3 to 5 weeks in length and are led by a VIU faculty member. The programs change every year; for the current schedule, check the website viu.ca/educationabroad.

Here are some of the field schools that were offered in 2009:

• Belgium (Anthropology)

• Belize (Biology and Geography/Psychology) • China (Business)

• Ghana (Tourism, Forestry and Nursing) • Italy (Liberal Studies Abroad) Practicum & Internship Placements Some departments encourage students to complete their internship and practicum placements overseas. Here are some examples from 2008 and 2009:

• Nepal (Nursing)

• Indonesia (Early Childhood Education, Child & Youth Care, Nursing)

• Chile, Tanzania, Uganda, Brazil (Global Studies)

• Costa Rica (Tourism)

Language & Culture Programs • France (Language and culture summer

program at Burgundy School of Business) • Korea (Culture – Bahrom International

Program)

• Japan (Language and culture study in Miyazaki)

• Mexico (Language and culture summer program at University of Monterrey) • Spain (Language – International House

Valladolid in Spain)

Education Abroad

viu.ca/educationabroad

Travel and earn university credits at the same

time. International study tours, from 3 to 5

weeks, are offered during the summer months.

Exchange programs allow you to study for one

or two semesters overseas while still registered

at VIU. For more information, visit the website or

e-mail

educationabroad@viu.ca

.

Vancouver Island University has

been active in international

education for many years.

VIU has over 10,000 Canadian

and international students from

more than 60 countries enrolled

in a wide range of programs.

As well, VIU International

Education has an established

‘internationalization’ strategy

that includes:

▪ education abroad

programs for Canadian and

international students;

▪ International Certificate

Programs that provide

graduates with recognition

of their international

experiences and course work;

▪ support for faculty and

staff to gain international

expertise;

▪ support for faculty to

internationalize their

curriculum.

For more information,

visit

viu.ca/international

.

Visit us at our Study Abroad office on the Nanaimo campus in Building 255, or online at: viu.ca/educationabroad, or e-mail us at educationabroad@viu.ca

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Applying for Admission

1

Apply online at viu.ca/international/application.asp.

You can also print an International application for admission. VIU reviews International applications on an ongoing basis for most programs.

2

Enclose an official copy of all educational

documents in their original language, and a certified copy translated into English, if applicable, with the completed application.

Enclose a $150 (Cdn) non-refundable Application Processing Fee – payable by VISA, MasterCard, Amex or wire transfer. Applications will not be processed without this fee.

3

Submit the completed application form online or to the address below. Supporting documents and Application Processing Fee should be sent to:

Director of International Admissions International Education Department Vancouver Island University 900 Fifth Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5 Canada

E-mail: study@viu.ca

For most programs, applications are processed in 3 working days. Exceptions include: limited entry programs, programs that have additional admission requirements like an interview or portfolio, and the MBA/MScIB program where a committee reviews applications monthly. VIU will send you a letter of offer. If an e-mail address is provided on the application, this letter will be sent by e-mail. The letter of offer contains information on payment of the first instalment of fees and program start dates. Once the first instalment has been paid, VIU will issue an official letter of acceptance and information on arrival, budget samples, accommodation and other helpful tips. The letter of acceptance is required to apply for a study permit at a Canadian Embassy, Consulate, or High Commission.

Program start dates English Language programs

14 week: September, January, May

7 week: September, October, January, February, May, June

Academic programs

ALL Programs: September

Many degree programs: September, January, May

MBA/MScIB

Option 1: Foundation – June MBA/MScIB – September Option 2: Foundation – September

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G e n e r a l A d m i s s i o n I n f o r m a t i o n

Admission to VIU English Language Centre Program

• High school graduation with 6 years of previous English language study – TOEFL, IELTS, or other test scores are accepted but not required. For students interested in studying in university whose first language is not English, the Language Centre provides a pathway to enter university without needing to complete the TOEFL, IELTS or other language proficiency test. International Student Admission to Degree, Diploma and Certificate Program

• Graduation from high school or equivalent. • Meet VIU’s English language requirements

for academic programs.

• Academic programs may have additional program admission requirements and course prerequisites.

• International students who are BC high school graduates must have a minimum grade of “C” in English 12 to enter directly into an academic program or English 12 with a “C-” with appropriate TOEFL or IELTS result. English Language Requirements for Academic Programs

• Completion of VIU’s English Language Program, or have already achieved a minimum TOEFL Paper Based Test (PBT) 550, TOEFL iBT 80 with no section lower than 19, or IELTS 6.0, with no band below 5.5, CAEL 60, Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (min.”B”), Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (min.”B”).

(VIU’s institutional code for TOEFL is 9581.) • Conditional letters of acceptance to

enter academic programs are provided for students who meet the academic requirements but need to start in VIU’s English Language Program.

Entrance Scholarships for International Students

viu.ca/international/awards.asp

Entrance Scholarships are available to international academic students applying from Vancouver Island public and private high schools; international baccalaureate diploma graduates; and other select high achieving academic students. These scholarships are open only to students who meet the minimum English language requirements for academic programs. (See English Language Requirements for Academic Programs on this page.) There is no application process for these scholarships and applicants will be notified with the letter of offer if they qualify.

Admission to MBA/MScIB Program • Minimum “B” average in the final 2 years of a

business or non-business Bachelor’s degree. • Meet VIU’s English language requirements

for academic programs.

• Letter of intent, resume and 2 letters of reference must be included with the application along with all other documentation.

Note: Work experience is preferred but not required. GMAT and Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score accepted but not required. Advanced Placement Program (APP) VIU will grant up to 30 credits to students who have completed Advanced Placement Program courses and achieved a final grade of four or higher on the corresponding exam. Please check with an advisor or visit viu.ca/calendar/ generalinformation/equivalencies.asp. International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement Program

VIU recognizes the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement Program (APP). Under certain conditions, students presenting IB or APP credentials will receive credit for the courses completed, as listed in the online calendar. For more information, please visit viu.ca/ calendar/generalinformation/ admissions.asp.

Average Budget for First Year at VIU

for an International Student

Estimated expenses are based on 2 semesters with up to 5 courses/semester (8 months), University Arts degree program:

Tuition/Student Fees Canadian $

(2 semesters) $ 11,800 Books ($725/semester) $ 1,450 Living costs ($754/month) $ 6,032 Miscellaneous ($220/month) $ 1,760 Transportation ($72/month) $ 576

Total expenses $ 21,618 Please note: the example above includes only basic items. You will require additional funds to cover things such as recreation, clothing, supplies and other personal items.

Based on Moderate Standard of Living allowance used in BCSAP assessment.

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Welcome to

Vancouver Island University

Located on Canada’s magnificent West Coast,

Vancouver Island University (VIU) is committed

to providing students with an environment

where they can excel in life and learning.

Our setting, small class sizes and hands-on

research, combined with our quality university

programming, offers students the opportunity

to experience the best in both educational

activities and student life.

Our employees are committed to ensuring

students are supported, engaged and

encouraged to excel in whatever they choose to

do. Students are, and always will be, our number

one priority.

I invite you to share in the spirit of VIU and

explore the possibilities we have to offer. This

is the time of your life. I know that your journey

at VIU will allow you to discover more about

yourself, your world and your potential.

Sincerely,

Dr. Ralph Nilson

A Great Place to Study, Work and Play.

Vancouver Island’s natural

beauty of mountains, forests

and beaches, and its temperate

climate provide many

opportunities for outdoor

recreation such as surfing, rock

climbing, cycling, sailing, golfing,

hiking and snowboarding.

All VIU campuses are only

minutes from forest and

mountain trails and oceanside

destinations. Students attending

VIU quickly discover that to live

here is to play here.

The central Vancouver Island

region has a population of

approximately 175,000 and is

linked to the Greater Vancouver

area through regular ferry service

and frequent 20-minute flights to

Vancouver International Airport,

as well as downtown Vancouver.

Nanaimo

BRITISH

COLUMBIA

Vancouver Island University has a

reputation for excellence and our

graduates consistently give us top

marks for quality of instruction and

usefulness of education.

VIU is ranked #1 in Canada

according to the 2009 National

Survey of Student Engagement,

published in

Macleans

magazine.

Last year more than 10,000 students,

including 1,000 international

students from over 60 different

countries chose VIU for the

following reasons:

• Excellent instruction by highly

qualified faculty

• Small classes where discussion is

encouraged

• Comprehensive services and

support for all students

• Opportunities for undergraduate

research

• Our central Vancouver Island

location with mountains and the