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University College in Canada on Vancouver Island

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Vancouver Island University:
Vancouver Island University (VIU) in Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada is a public, degree-granting institution that offers both university and college programs. Established in 1969, Vancouver Island University has over 10,000 full-time Canadian students, and 1,000 international students from more than 50 countries. Vancouver Island University offers a variety of certificate, diploma, and degree programs. Our programs provide training in academic, vocational, and technical fields and range from basic literacy to university degrees. Each degree, diploma, or certificate has set criteria that must be completed to an acceptable standard. We also offer a 5-level English Language program.

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University & College Programs:

Photo of University College in Canada on Vancouver IslandVIU is an organization that values a diverse range of training and education. The university provides an enriched and intellectually stimulating environment for students and employees. Offering programs from basic literacy to vocational programs, trades, undergraduate and graduate degrees, VIU encourages all students to explore their potential, discover more about their world and excel in both life and learning.

We offer a range of certificate, diploma, Associates, Bachelor's and Master's degree programs in areas which include:

Business & Management; Career & Academic Preparation; Continuing Education; Education; Art, Design & Performing Arts; First Nations; Health; High School Equivalency (ABE); Human Services; Humanities & Social Sciences; Natural Resource Extension Program; Online/Distance Courses; Science & Technology; Tourism, Recreation & Hospitality; Trades & Applied Technology..

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Why Choose Us?

- Excellent facilities, quality programs at a reasonable cost.
- Small classes taught by experienced and highly-qualified instructors.
- Academic advising, personal counseling, and support services for international students.
- Social, recreational and sports activities; homestay, and on-campus student residences.
- Co-operative Education programs that allow for study and full-time work anywhere in Canada.
- Great location in a smaller city close to Vancouver and Victoria.

Memberships:

- Association of Community Colleges of Canada (ACCC)
- Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)
- British Columbia Centre for International Education (BCCIE)
- Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
- Canadian Education Centres Network (CECN)
- Canada Language Council (CLC)

Facilities:

Facilities include: 294-seat theatre; state-of-the-art new library and bookstore; gymnasium and fitness facilities; art and music studios; New School of Management Centre; science and computer labs; research centres; campus career centre; cafeterias; and student centre on 110-acre campus.

Residence options: 386 apartments and single rooms in on-campus student residences.

Technology: Wireless and educational technology centre.

Services: New Centre for International Education for check-in, advising, and orientation to the campus.

Location:

VIU operates four campuses including a main campus in Nanaimo and regional campuses in Duncan, Powell River and Parksville•Qualicum. VIU is also the proud owner of Milner Gardens and Woodlands in Qualicum Beach, recently named one of the top 10 best public gardens in Canada.

Nanaimo is a city of 80,000 residents, located on beautiful Vancouver Island — a tourist destination blessed with the natural beauty of mountains, forests and seashore, a mild climate, and many opportunities for year-round outdoor sports and recreation. Nanaimo is close to the major metropolitan areas of Vancouver and Victoria, so students attending Malaspina can have the best of all worlds:

- Caring and comfortable community
- Low cost of living
- Spectacular natural environment
- Unequalled recreational opportunities
- One of the mildest climates in all of Canada

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Address: Fifth Street, Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, BC , Canada
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2024-08-08 were from:

hissar, India; QUEZON CITY, Philippines; Beersheba, Israel; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; chile, Chile; Ahmedabad, India; Manila, Philippines; and more.
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