Established in 1936 and located in the city of Nanaimo on Canadaâs magnificent West Coast, Vancouver Island University (VIU) is a public university offering over 200 programs in popular areas of study like Business, Tourism, Sport and Recreation and Hospitality; Humanities, Social Sciences and Education; Sciences, Computers and Technology; and Art, Design and Performing Arts. The large number of programs ensures that VIU offers education that will launch a student into a successful career. Each year, over 10,000 new and returning learners, including 1,700 international students, choose VIU for their education. VIUâs inspirational setting, small class sizes and hands-on research, offers students the opportunity to experience the best of both educational activities and student life. Vancouver Island University encourages all students to explore their potential, discover more about their world and excel in both life and learning. VIU is committed to ensuring that students are supported, engaged and encouraged to excel in whatever they choose to do. Students have always been and remain VIUâs number one priority.
