Our international students are valued members of our Vancouver Island University community and we honour your contributions to the VIU family. We recognize the COVID-19 pandemic has created unique challenges for you. We are here to support our current and future students during the global pandemic.
14,500 Total Students, 2,000 International Students
120+ Programs
100,000+ Worldwide Alumni Network
Max Class Size 34 Students
International Students from 93 Countries
70 Staff Supporting International Students
Mild weather all year
Safe & affordable community
Close to nature & urban hubs
Niccolai Zicong
I used to build cities with LEGO. It wasn’t until two years ago that I became familiar with the profession of planning: the role that shapes the space we live in. The Master of Community Planning program at VIU is a student focused program. We learn planning theory and immediately put that knowledge into practice within the community. I have never enjoyed school this much.
– Niccolai Zicong, China, Class of 2019, Master of Community Planning
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VIU grad spotlight
Reprinted with permission from The DiscourseVancouver Island University (VIU) attracts international students from around the world and from various different...
An online semester at VIU in Canada during a global pandemic
Now that I am back in Germany, I already miss Canada, VIU, my friends there and, yes, even the online classes. Prior to my departure, doubts crept into my mind...
Where should I live while studying at VIU?
So you’ve registered for your classes and now you’re looking forward to having a bit of fun and down time before you start university. Great! But before you...
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