Vancouver Island University (VIU) Viewbook 2017

MATTER HERE | VIU.CA

Hay Ch Qa’ Sii’em Siye’yu Mukw Mustimuxw In the Hu’qumi’num language of our region’s First Nations people, this means, “thank you respected ones of this place.” We acknowledge and thank the Snuneymuxw First Nation, Tla’amin First Nation, Snaw-naw-as First Nation and the Cowichan Tribes for allowing us to share educational experiences on the traditional territories of these nations.

You Matter Here Bring us your dreams and goals, and we’ll help you reach them. We care about your success. You’ll find small class sizes with lots of individual attention from faculty and staff, and a small campus where faces will soon be familiar and friendly. When you matter, you find support and inspiration to get you where you want to go.

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Amanda Rizzo

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MY VIU EXPERIENCE In my first year living on my own for the first time in VIU residence, I had an amazing orientation program that made me feel welcome and at home. Being a part of the VIU ‘ResTide’ has introduced me to some of my closest friends. The orientation program was so much fun it kept me very busy, which gave me little time to miss home.

ABOUT AMANDA • Loves that the Culinary Diploma program has given her the hands-on skills to prepare her for the culinary world • Enjoys road trippin’ in her spare time to visit the many hiking trails, lakes and parks around Vancouver Island • Took home the gold in the BC Skills Canada competition and earned a spot to compete nationally Amanda will graduate with a Bachelor of Hospitality Management Degree in 2019

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CHOOSE A PROGRAM THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU Every journey begins with a choice. Whether you choose to explore your options or know what direction you’re heading in, we can help you get there.

Not sure where to start? Fill in the blanks My favourite subject in school is (was) I want to work with When I have free time I like to I want to make a difference by

Want help connecting your interests to a program?

Connect with a VIU Recruitment Officer – Visit viu.ca/contact-us *For international admissions, see page 25.

Still not sure? Try Exploratory University Studies. See page 9 for more information.

PROGRAMS LIST HOW TO USE THIS SECTION Sections are by faculty area; programs are listed by credential and then alphabetically. In some cases, similar programs are grouped together e.g. Fisheries and Aquaculture diploma, degree, and postdegree diploma.

Flip open the flap, inside the back cover, for a handy legend showing what all the icons mean and for some supplementary information.

GENERAL AREA SUBSECTION OF AREA Name of Program, Credential Type Length of program

BC high school* and/or post-secondary admission prerequisites.

Additional and supplemental pieces required for application.

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Colour coded by program area Program entry type Program admission type Which campus(es) the program is offered at

ART, DESIGN & PERFORMING ARTS ART & DESIGN Graphic Design,Bachelor of Design in 4-year Degree program

English 12* min. C. Letter of intent. Résumé. References. Portfolio.

For Management stream: Min. C+ in one of: Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 11.

Interior Design, Bachelor of 4-year Degree program

English 12* min. C. Min. C in one of: Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 11.

Letter of intent. Résumé. Portfolio. Interview.

Visual Art, Bachelor of Arts, Major or Minor

4-year Degree program (taken as a major or as a minor in combination with another major or minor) English 12* min. C. Letter of intent. Portfolio. Interview.

Visual Art, Diploma

2-year Diploma program English 12* min. C. Letter of intent. Portfolio. Interview.

PERFORMING ARTS Technical Theatre, Diploma 2-year Diploma program English 12* min. C. Interview.

Theatre, Diploma

2-year Diploma program English 12* min. C. Interview.

Jazz Studies, Bachelor of Music (Jazz Studies, Diploma)

4-year Degree program (2 year Diploma + 2 years for Degree completion) English 12* min. C. Audition.

ARTS, HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES Addiction Studies, Certificate English 12* min. C. Individual courses may have additional prerequisites.

Arts, Associate Degree

2-year Associate Degree program

Arts, Bachelor of

4-year Degree program with one Major ( ) or two Minors ( ); Honours ( ) English 12* min. C. Individual courses may have additional prerequisites.

Areas of study: Anthropology Business Creative Writing Criminology* Digital Media Studies Economics English First Nations Studies Geography Global Studies History Journalism

Languages & Culture Liberal Studies Mathematics Media Studies Philosophy Physical Education** Political Studies Psychology Sociology 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, Geography, Mathematics, and Psychology • Professional program preparation areas of study include: Pre-Education, Pre-Law, Pre-Med, Pre-Social Work Additional majors and minors are under development, please check viu.ca/programs * Students wishing to complete a Major in Criminology must apply to the Criminology Diploma program. ** Students wishing to complete a Major in Physical Education should apply to the Diploma in Physical Education. *** Students wishing to complete a Major or Minor in Visual Arts must apply directly to the Visual Art program.

Criminology, Diploma

2-year Diploma program English 12* min. C+.

Min. C in Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 11.

Admission rankings are determined by the overall GPA of English 12 and Math 11.

Criminology, Bachelor of Arts, Major

2-year Diploma + 2 years for Degree completion VIU’s two-year Criminology Diploma program or equivalent.

Proficiency in Language and Culture, Certificate 2-year part-time Certificate Program English 12* min. C.

English 12* min. C. Individual courses may have additional prerequisites.

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Languages and Culture (Romance Languages), Post-Degree Diploma

1- to 4-year Graduate Diploma program Recognized Bachelor’s Degree.

Community Planning, Master of 2-year Graduate Degree program

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in any discipline. Min. B average calculated in the last two years of the undergraduate degree, with a review of the entire degree.

Résumé. Three letters of reference. Statement of interest and volunteer and/or career experience.

Geographic Information System (GIS) Applications, Advanced Diploma

8-month in-class, or 16-month online Advanced Diploma program University degree or technical diploma.

Introductory courses in GIS and Computer Literacy.

VIU’s English language requirements.

Geographic Information System (GIS) Applications, Master of

2-year blended face-to-face online program or 2.5-year fully online program Stage 1: Bachelor’s degree. VIU’s International Student English Language Requirements for Academic Programs. Significant experience or training in GIS. Introductory GIS course. Letter of Intent. References.

Interview may be required.

Stage 2: Meet Stage 1 admission requirements. VIU’s Advanced Diploma in GIS Applications (or equivalent) with a minimum B in all GIS diploma courses.

Satisfactory assessment of the intended research topic.

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT Applied Business Technology (Office Administration), Certificate 10-month Certificate program

English 12* min. C. Min. C in Mathematics 10 or Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics 10.

Assessment test available if minimum grade prerequisites not met for Math or English.

Business, Bachelor of Arts, Minor

4-year Degree program (taken in combination with a BA major or another minor) See pg. 25 for admission requirements for the Bachelor of Arts.

Business Management, Certificate ACBSP Accredited 1-year online Certificate program

English 12* min. C. Min. C+ in Foundations of Math 11.

Min. C in Math 12 recommended.

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Business Administration, Bachelor of ACBSP Accredited 4-year Degree program (2-year Diploma program)

English 12* min. C. Min. C in one of: Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12.

Majors: Accounting Economics Financial Services HR Management

International Business Management Marketing

Business, Graduate Certificate in 1-year Graduate Certificate program

Bachelor’s Degree or Red Seal endorsement.

Meet VIU’s English language requirements.

Business Administration, Master of

14- to 16-month Graduate Degree program Bachelor’s degree, business or non-business focus, with min. B average in the last two years.

Letter of intent. Résumé. One year work experience.

Two references from past employers or professors.

EDUCATION Education, Bachelor of

Yr. 1

Yr. 3

5-year Degree program

Entry at Year 1: English 12* min. C. Entry at Year 3: Completion of a minimum of 48 post-secondary credits with a C+ (2.33) GPA. Completion of an Applicant Profile. Submission of Official Transcripts.

Education, Bachelor of - Post-Baccalaureate

18-month Post-Degree program – Elementary or Secondary Option Elementary Teaching Option: Recognized previous degree, 3 credits Science, 3 credits Canadian studies, 3 credits Math.

Secondary Teaching Option: Recognized previous degree or Red Seal endorsement.

Content must meet approval of VIU Faculty of Education.

Applicant profile.

Global Education, Graduate Diploma 2-year Graduate Diploma program

Bachelor of Education degree with a CGPA of B in the final two years.

Inclusive Education, Graduate Diploma 16-month Graduate Diploma program

Bachelor’s degree with a CGPA of B in the last sixty credits. A résumé outlining teaching experience (two years preferred).

Online Learning and Teaching, Graduate Diploma

2-year Graduate Diploma program Completion of either a Bachelor of Education degree, or a prior degree in another discipline with current teaching experience.

Teacher Leadership, Graduate Diploma

1-year part-time Graduate Diploma program Bachelor of Education degree with a CGPA of B in final two years. Two years teaching experience.

Apply via the Masters of Educational Leadership.

Educational Leadership, Master of Education

1- to 2-year Graduate Degree program Bachelor of Education degree with a CGPA of B in final two years of study.

Résumé outlining teaching experience (two years is preferred). Letter of intent. Two confidential assessment reports. Flexible admission available.

Special Education, Master of Education

2-year Graduate Degree program Bachelor’s degree with min. B average in final two years of study.

Résumé outlining teaching experience. Two years of teaching experience is preferred. Letter of intent. Two confidential assessment reports.

Physical Education, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. Individual courses may have additional prerequisites.

Physical Education, Bachelor of Arts with a Major or Minor

FIRST NATIONS First Nations programs and students are supported by the Office of Aboriginal Education and Services for Aboriginal Students (SAS). The purpose of Services for Aboriginal Students is to support Aboriginal students in making a successful transition and to assist them in succeeding at their academic endeavors by providing direct services and appropriate referrals. Call SAS at 250.740.6510 for more information.

Aboriginal University Bridging Program, Certificate 1-year program

Aboriginal Status.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites.

Arts One – First Nations, Certificate 1-year University program English 12* min. C.

Community Health Promotion for Aboriginal Communities, Certificate 1-year Certificate program

English 12* min. C. Computer skills or Introduction to Computers within the past 2 years. Foodsafe, first aid, immunizations, criminal record check. Driver’s license may be required.

First Nations Housing Manager, Certificate 12-week Certificate program

Physically fit and good health, free of vision, hearing or respiratory ailments. Good hand-eye coordination. Valid driver’s license.

First Nations Studies, Bachelor of Arts, Major or Minor

4-year Degree program (taken as a major or as a minor in combination with another major or minor)

4-year Degree program (taken as a major or as a minor in combination with another major or minor)

It is recommended that students apply to the Diploma program and transfer into the degree in third year.

See pg. 7 for admission requirements directly into the Bachelor of Arts.

See pg. 7 for admission requirements for the Bachelor of Arts.

EXPLORATORY UNIVERSITY STUDIES Exploratory University Studies (EXPO) English 12* min. C. Individual courses may have additional prerequisites.

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES HEALTH Community Mental Health Worker, Certificate 26-week Certificate program English 12* min. C.

Dental Assistant, Certificate 10-month Certificate program

English 12* min. C Biology 12 min. C. Good health. 20/20 vision with correction required.

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Dental Hygiene, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. Post-Secondary coursework equivalent to 34 credits of: VIU Degree English Requirement; BIOL 151/152/153/154 or BIOL 156/157; CHEM 140/141 or CHEM 140/142; PSYC 111/112 or PSYC 121/122 or PSYC 131/132; MATH 211 or MATH 161; and any 100 or 200 level Post-Secondary course without a T or G suffix. Biology and Chemistry must have been completed within the last 5 years.

Personal profile.

Health Care Assistant, Certificate 24-week Certificate program

English 12*.

Personal profile. Interview. BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry’s minimum English language competency requirement. English competency selfdeclaration form.

Hospital Unit Coordinator, Certificate 8-month part-time Certificate program

Grade 12, or Assessments in Hospital Unit Coordinator Math and English. OSME 002: Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology within the last 5 years.

Introduction to Computers within the past 2 years or equivalent.

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, Certificate 12-week full-time Certificate program

High School graduation and English 12 with a minimum C grade. Completion of Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology and Interpersonal Skills for Healthcare Workers.

Practical Nursing, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C+ or Technical Professional Communications 12 min. B+. Min. C in Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 11, and Biology 12. HHPN 001: Human Anatomy and Physiology for Practical Nurses min. C+.

Nursing, Bachelor of Science in 4-year Degree program

English 12* min. C+. Min. C+ in Chemistry 11, Biology 12 and Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 12.

Completion of CASPer test.

HUMAN SERVICES Education Assistant and Community Support, Certificate

8-month Certificate program, full or part-time English 12* min. C. Résumé. References. Interview. Fieldwork and/or practicums will require a satisfactory criminal record check prior to placement.

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Leadership and Disability Studies, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

Successful completion of the Education Assistant and Community Support certificate (previously the School and Community Support Worker certificate) or an acceptable 30 credit alternative including 3 credits undergraduate degree English requirement or equivalent.

Early Childhood Education and Care, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. 60 hours of volunteer experience in a licensed childcare facility. Résumé. References. Interview.

Child and Youth Care, Bachelor of Arts (Child and Youth Care, Diploma), Diploma 4-year Degree program

Entry at year 1: English 12* min C. Entry in year 2: Human Services Certificate or 30 first year university credits. Studies should include VIU Degree English Requirement and 6 credits of Human Development.

Entry in year 3: Human Services Diploma or 54 university credits. Studies should include VIU Degree English Requirement, 6 credits of Human Development and CYC 200A, 200B, 201, 252A, 252B, 260B and 265.

Min. C+ GPA calculated on the most recent 24 credits completed. Min. C+ in each individual course.

Personal statement. Résumé. References

Social Services, Diploma

2-year Diploma program, full or part-time (length varies) English 12* min. C. Volunteer or paid experience in the human services field. Résumé. References. Interview. Personal Profile.

Social Work, Bachelor of

4-year Degree program (Entry in year 3) 60 credits of post-secondary courses including: VIU Degree English Requirements min. C+, 6 credits of SOCW 200A, SOCW 200B min. B-, 24 credits of Arts & Humanities and/or Social Science courses, 24 credits of other post-secondary courses not including Social Services/Social Work courses. Min. C+ average on most recent 24 credits.

Personal Profile. Evidence of 100 hours work experience (paid and/or volunteer) in a community and/or clinical setting. Interview may be required.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Engineering Fundamentals, Certificate 8-month Certificate program

English 12 min. C+. Min. C+ in Principles of Physics 12 and Principles of Chemistry 12. Min. B in Pre-Calculus 12.

Information Technology and Applied Systems, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. Letter of intent. Interview.

Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. Biology 11 min. C. Min. C in one of Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 11.

Interview may be required.

Fisheries and Aquaculture, Bachelor of Science in 4-year Degree program

English 12* min. C. Min. C+ in Biology 11, Chemistry 12 and Principles of Physics 11. Min. B in Pre-Calculus 12.

Admission to third year requires completion of min. 54 university credits, see program outline online.

Interview.

Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology, Post-Degree Diploma 1-year Post-Degree Diploma program

Recognized Bachelor of Science (Biology) with a min. B average.

Permission of department. Interview.

Forest Resources Technology, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. One Science 11 min. C+. Min. C in PreCalculus 11 or min. C+ in Foundations of Math 11.

Resource Management Officer Technology, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. Biology 11 min. C. Min. C in Foundations of Mathematics 11 or Pre-Calculus 11.

Personal profile. References. Interview may be required.

Natural Resource Protection, Bachelor of

4-year Degree program (2-year Diploma + 2 years for Degree completion) Resource Management Officer Technology Diploma or equivalent, min. C+ average

Computing Science, Diploma

Science, Associate Degree

2-year Associate Degree program English 12* min. C. Individual courses may have additional prerequisites.

Science, Bachelor of

4-year Degree program Major ( ) or two Minors ( )

English 12* min. C. Min. B in Pre-Calculus 12.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites including Biology 11/12, Chemistry 11/12 and Physics 11/12.

Areas of Study: Biology Chemistry Computing Science Earth Science

Geography Geoscience Mathematics Psychology

Transfer Programs: Physics • Co-op Program: Computer Science • Within a BSc degree, students may combine the Science major or double-minor with an additional Arts-based minor.

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

Note: An Arts minor cannot be used with a single Science minor to complete the BSc degree.

Additional majors and minors are under development, please check viu.ca/programs.

TOURISM, RECREATION AND HOSPITALITY Wine Business, Certificate

1-year full-time or 2-year part-time Certificate program English 12* min. C. Min. 19 years of age.

Hospitality Management, Bachelor of (Hospitality Management, Diploma)

4-year Degree program (2-year Diploma available as exit option) English 12* min. C+. Min. C+ in one of: Pre-calculus 11, Foundations of Math 11, or equivalent.

Hospitality Management, Bachelor of – Culinary Arts Bridging 1-semester Bridging program

Culinary Arts Diploma with English 115 or Equivalent.

Letter of faculty support.

2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. Min. C+ in Pre-Calculus 12.

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Recreation and Sport Management, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. Criminal record check may be required for field work.

Compulsory orientation in early Fall semester.

Tourism Studies, Diploma

Culinary Arts, Certificate 1-year Certificate program

Grade 12 or assessment test. Foodsafe Level 1.

Min. 17 years of age. Criminal record check (Powell River campus only). Interview may be required.

Culinary Management, Diploma

2-year Diploma program

2-year Diploma program (1-year Certificate + 1 year for Diploma completion)

English 12* min. C. Criminal record check may be required for field work.

Compulsory orientation in early Fall semester.

English 12* min. C+. Foodsafe Level 1. Min. C+ in any Math 11.

Interview.

Tourism Management, Bachelor, Major in Recreation

4-year Degree program (2-year Diploma + 2 years for Degree completion) Entry at Year 1: English 12* min. C. Entry at Year 3: Diploma in Recreation & Sport, Tourism or Hospitality or by permission.

Criminal record check may be required for field work.

Sustainable Leisure Management, Master of Arts 2- year Graduate Degree program

Recognized Bachelor’s degree with min. B average in last two years. Meet VIU’s English language requirements.

Résumé. Reference letters. Statement of intent.

Interview (in person or by video-conference).

TRADES & APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES Program length may be subject to change. Check individual programs for admission requirements at viu.ca/programs or call 250.740.6410 for more information.

Apprenticeship Programs, call 250.740.6227 or visit viu.ca/apprentice Apprenticeships are available in: Automotive Service Technician, Baker, Carpenter, Cook, Diesel Engine Mechanic, Electrician, Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Motorcycle and Marine Technician, Refrigeration, Transport Trailer Technician, Truck and Transport Mechanic, and Welding.

SERVICE TRADES Applied Business Technology, (Office Administration) Certificate

Hairstylist Foundation, Certificate 43-week Certificate program Min. 17 years of age.

Personal Profile.

Horticultural Technician Foundation, Certificate 9-month Certificate program

English 12* min. C or assessment test.

Min. C in one of: Pre-Calculus 11, Foundations of Math 11, Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 or assessment test.

Fitness required for physical aspects of program and industry. Letter of intent. Interview.

Information Technology and Applied Systems, Diploma 2-year Diploma program

English 12* min. C. Letter of intent. Interview.

Professional Baking and Pastry Arts, Certificate 10-month Certificate program

Min. 17 years of age. Foodsafe Level 1. Assessment test.

Personal profile. Ability to stand for 4 hours at a time.

Ability to lift 20 kg/44 lbs. Interview may be required.

Professional Esthetics, Certificate 8-month, full-time

Min. 17 years of age.

Personal profile. Interview may be required.

INDUSTRIAL TRADES Automotive Service Technician, Certificate

10-month Certificate program

10-month Certificate program

English 12* min. C. Min. C in Mathematics 10 or Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics 10.

Assessment test available if minimum grade prerequisites not met for Math or English.

Grade 12 or assessment test. Min. 17 years of age.

Valid BC driver’s license.

Carpentry, Certificate

8-month Certificate program Min. 17 years of age. Assessment test.

Personal profile. Interview may be required. Physically fit. Good hand/eye coordination. Good health, free of vision, hearing or respiratory ailments.

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Electrician, Certificate

24-week Certificate program Min. 17 years of age. Min. C in English 11* or Technical and Professional Communications 12. Min. C in one of Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 11.

Assessment test.

Valid BC driver’s license.

Heavy Equipment Operator, Certificate 17 week Certificate program

Min. 18 years of age.

Exceptions may be allowed. Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license. Additional endorsements may be required.

Physically fit. Résumé, letter of intent, and/or references may be required. Interview may be required.

Mathematics, reading, or trades aptitude test may be required. Good health, free of vision, hearing or respiratory ailments.

Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation, Certificate

UPGRADING, ACADEMIC & CAREER PREPARATION Adult Basic Education

Various courses are offered. Continuous intake programming.

Call 250.740.6425 for information. viu.ca/acp

English-as-a-Second-Language 7-week and 14-week programs.

Continuous intake programming.

Call 250.740.6318 for information. See page 25.

Workplace Essential Skills and Training Program

2-year program located on the Nanaimo campus.

Continuous intake programming.

Call 250.740.6162 or 250.740.6425 for information.

10-month Certificate program

Min. 17 years of age. Assessment test.

Valid BC driver’s license. Personal profile. Good health.

Motorcycle and Marine Technician, Certificate

The full calendar is available online at programs.viu.ca.

9-month Certificate program

Grade 12 or assessment test. Min. 17 years of age.

Good health. Interview may be required.

Power Engineering/ Process Operator – 4th Class, Certificate 32-week Certificate program

English 12. Min C+ in Foundations of Math 11 or Pre-Calculus 11. Physics 11. Assessment test.

Personal profile and interview may be required.

Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Mechanic, Certificate 10-month Certificate program

Assessment test.

Physically fit, hand-eye coordination. Personal profile.

Criminal record check.

Specialized Machine Operator Training

12- to 17-week program, depending on specialty 18 years of age. Assessment test.

Exceptions may be allowed. Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license. English 10, Science 10 and either Math 10 or Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 10 recommended.

Personal profile.

Welder Foundation, Certificate

7-month Welder Foundation 3-month Welder Fitter Certificate programs Min. 17 years of age. Assessment test.

Adequate vision and free from respiratory ailments.

Physically fit.

Incoming Outstanding Student Initiative Go to the front of the line!

Are you entering post-secondary for the first time? Do you want the highest priority for registration? Under IOS you could get assured access to first year courses.

What programs qualify?

Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Science and Exploratory University Studies.

How do I qualify?

Get three A’s and one B in specific academic classes in Grade 11 and submit an application to the Registration Centre

by March 31, 2018.

For more information on what classes can be used to qualify and how to apply visit viu.ca/outstanding.

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PROVINCIAL EQUIVALENCIES FOR ADMISSIONS BC & YUKON

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ALBERTA, NWT & NUNAVUT

SASKATCHEWAN

MANITOBA

ONTARIO

English 12

English Language Arts 30-1

English Language Arts A30 and B30 (Combined)

English Core 12, ELA 40, ELACF 40, ELATR 40, Comprehension Focus ELACF 40, Literary Focus ELALF 40, Transactional Focus ELATF 40, English 40, or English 300 or 301 or 305

ENG5N (pre OAC), Engl 5A1, ENG4U, EWC4U

Pre-Calculus Math 12

Math 30-1

Pre-Calculus 30

Pre-Calculus Math 40S

MHF4U (Advanced Functions)

Foundations of Math 12

Math 30-2

Foundations of Math 30

Applied Math 40S

MDM4U (Math of Data Mgt), MCT4C (Math for College Technology, MAP4C (Foundations for College Math)

Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 12

Math 30-3

Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 30

Consumer Math 40S

MEL4E (Math for Work & Everyday Life)

Pre-Calculus Math 11

Math 20-1

Pre-Calculus 20

Pre-Calculus Math 30S

MCR3U (Functions)

Foundations of Math 11

Math 20-2

Foundations of Math 20

Applied Math 30S

MCF3M (Functions & Applications), MBF3C (Foundations for College Math)

Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11

Math 20-3

Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20

Consumer Math 30S

MEL3E (Math for Work & Everyday Life)

Biology 12

Biology 30

Biology 30 or 30 (Core)

Biology 40S

SBI5N (pre OAC), Biology 5A1, SBI4U, OAC Biology

Biology 11

Biology 20

Biology 20 or 20 (Core)

Biology 30S

SBI3N (pre OAC), Biology 3Ax, SBI3U

Chemistry 12

Chemistry 30

Chemistry 30 or 30 (Core)

Chemistry 40S

Chemistry 5A1, SCH4U, OAC Chemistry

Chemistry 11

Chemistry 20

Chemistry 20 or 20 (Core)

Chemistry 30S

SCH4N (pre OAC), Chemistry 3Ax, SCH3U

Physics 12

Physics 30

Physics 30

Physics 40S

Physics 5A1, SPH4U, OAC Physics

Physics 11

Physics 20

Physics 20

Physics 30S

Physics 4Ax, SPH3U

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IB/AP Equivalencies

Grade Letter Equivalencies

Letter Grade

A+

A

A-

B+

B

B-

C-

F

Location

A

B

C+

C

C–

F

IB Points

7

6

5

4

-

3

2

1

BC / YT

86–100

73–85

67–72

60–66

50–59

< 50

AP Grades

5

4

-

-

3

2

-

-

AB/NT

80–100

70–79

65–69

50–64

MB

80–100

70–79

65–69

56–64

50–55

< 50

QC

85–100

75–84

70–74

65–69

60–64

< 60

ALL OTHERS

80–100

70–79

65–69

60–64

50–59

< 50

NEW BRUNSWICK

< 50

QUEBEC

NOVA SCOTIA

PEI

NEWFOUNDLAND

IB: HL OR SL

2 courses in the English Literature 601 or 603 series

English 441 or 541; English12

English 611A or 621A

English 3101 or 3201, or World Literature 3207

Language A: literature HL, or Language A: language and literature HL

Pre-Calculus 120A & Pre-Calculus 120B (Must bave both)

Pre-Calculus Math 12

Math 611B

Math 3205 or 3207

Further Math HL, or Math HL

Foundations of Math 120

Math Foundations 12

Math 621A

Math 3204

N/A

Math for the Workplace 12

Math 631A

Math 3206

N/A

Advanced Math 11

N/A

Math 2205 or 2207

Math Studies SL or Math SL

Foundations or Math 110

Math Foundations 11

Math 521A

Math 2204

N/A

Financial and Workplace Math 110

N/A

Math 531A

Math 2206

N/A

English 121 or 122 (A-B)

Financial and Workplace Math 120 Pre-Calculus 110

Transcripts will be assessed on an individual basis

Biology 120 or 121 or 122

2 Courses in the Biology 101 series

Biology 441 or 541; Biology 12

Biology 611A or 621A or 801A

Biology 3201 or 3231

Biology HL

Biology 111 or 112

Biology 5XX

Biology 431 or 531; Biology 11

Biology 511A or 521A

Biology 2201 or 2231

Biology SL

Chemistry 120 or 121 or 122

2 Courses in the Chemistry 202 series

Chemistry 441 or 541; Chemistry 12

Chemistry 611A or 621A

Chemistry 3202 or 3239

Chemistry HL

Chemistry 111 or 112

Chemistry 5XX

Chemistry 431 or 531; Chemistry 11

Chemistry 511A or 521A

Chemistry 2202 or 2239

Chemistry SL

Physics 120 or 121 or 122

2 Courses in the Physics 203 series

Physics 441 or 541; Physics 12

Physics 611A or 621A

Physics 3204 or 3234

Physics HL

Physics 111 or 112

Physics 5XX

Physics 431 or 531; Physics 11

Physics 511A or 521A

Physics 2204 or 2234

Physics SL

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ADMISSIONS Specific admission requirements for each program are listed online in the program outlines at viu.ca/programs.

General Admission Requirements for University and Career/Technical Programs: Meet one of the following: • Graduation from a BC secondary school, or equivalent, with a min. “C” grade in English 12.

• Equivalencies for English 12 are: English 12 First Peoples; VIU’s ENGL 067, or ENGL 068; ESLA 050 (AP5); or additional Language Proficiency tests (e.g. ACCUPLACER); See pages 26-27 for provincial equivalencies.

See viu.ca/admissions • Previous degree from a recognized university; • Visiting student from college or university (a “Letter of Permission” from the home institution is required); • Transfer student from college or university (min. 24 transferable university-level credits completed); • Academic mature student— 21 years of age (or will turn 21 in the first semester of admission), min. “C” grade in English 12.

General Admission Requirements for Trades & Applied Technology Programs • Graduation from a BC secondary school, or equivalent; OR • Trades mature student: 19 years of age (or turning 19 during the first two months of the program); AND the following: • Min. 17 years of age, unless stated otherwise; • Résumé and/or letter of intent and/or references may be required; • Interview may be required; • Math and/or reading and/or trades aptitude test may be required; • Physically fit and able to adapt to working conditions; • Good hand/eye coordination; • Good health; free of vision, hearing or respiratory ailments; • Valid driver’s license will be required for vehicle and equipment operation.

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General Admission Requirements for Unclassified Students Students who do not meet any of the above admission categories may be admitted as an “Unclassified Student” to register for universitylevel classes where they meet the prerequisite(s).

Registration is after University program students have registered; course availability will be limited.

Unclassified students must meet one of the following: • Graduation from a BC secondary school, or equivalent; • Unclassified mature student (19 years of age or older, or who will become 19 during their first semester).

Transfer Students Students with post-secondary courses from other institutions may be eligible to receive transfer credit.

Be sure to identify all previous education when you apply. Provide VIU with current official transcripts from all previous institutions attended as soon as possible (this may include high school transcripts).

You may be required to submit course outlines/ syllabi for assessment of transfer credit. Transcripts will be evaluated once official documents have been received.

International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement Program VIU recognizes the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP) programs. IB or AP students may receive up to 30 university credits.

Minimum grades and IB or AP official grade statements are required. See viu.ca/equivalencies.

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Skills, knowledge and competencies acquired through work experience, unrecognized education or training, self-study, volunteer activities, hobbies and other life experiences may be assessed for credit. For information, contact the Advising Centre at 250.740.6410.

Missing Admission Requirements or Prerequisites If you did not complete high school, or you are missing admission requirements or course prerequisites you can still get started on your postsecondary pathway. For more information see pg. 13 or viu.ca/acp.

THREE STEPS TO APPLYING Start online at viu.ca/apply. You can apply online, in-person or by mail.

Submit your application and pay the application fee of $39.30*

Submit your supporting documents BC high school students need to provide their Personal Education Number (PEN); out of province applicants will need to provide an official transcript. Some programs require an interim transcript, an assessment test, a personal profile, and/or a resume or letter of intent.

Printed applications and all supporting documents should be sent to: Registration Centre Vancouver Island University 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5 *The application fee for International Students and Graduate Programs varies.

Have questions? Contact a Recruitment Officer at viuconnect@viu.ca Application deadlines Bachelor of Education, year 3 entry & Post Baccalaureate Diploma & year 3 Bachelor of Arts in Criminology

January 31 for early admission, otherwise March 31

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Bachelor of Arts in Child & Youth Care

February 28

Bachelor of Social Work Most Programs

March 31

Some programs accept applications on an ongoing basis. Graduate programs have varying deadlines.

Check viu.ca/application-dates for document and application deadlines for your program.

Next Steps Checklist  Receive a letter acknowledging receipt of your application  Read ALL correspondence from the Registration Centre carefully (including the Applicant Handbook)  If necessary submit requested documents by the document deadline for your program  Log in to your VIU Student Record  Apply for Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries via your Student Record (deadline is March 31)  Apply to VIU Residences for housing (see pg. 22)  Register for Ready, Set, Go! Launchpad to Success at VIU at viu.ca/ready-set-go  Visit viu.ca/new-students to find out about upcoming transition activities VIU Viewbook 2017/18

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MY VIU EXPERIENCE I came to VIU with no idea what I wanted to do with my life. I found my calling in biology and science.

The people I have gotten to know, work with, and learn from have helped me become who I am. The love, effort, and passion that the people at this school demonstrate day in and day out are infectious.

ABOUT ERIC • Aiming to be a professional research scientist • Was president of the VIU Pre-Med Club and vice president of the VIU Biology Club • Occasionally heard to exclaim, “Holy Biodiversity, Batman!”

Eric graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology June 2017

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MONEY & ACCESS MATTERS Tuitions and fees Canadians and Permanent Residents

International Students

Academic programs: Tuition is $144.86 per semester credit hour. As a general guideline, tuition for a full course load of 10 academic studies classes (one academic year = 30 credits) is $4,345.80 ($5,214.96 for Science, 36 credits). This is generally ¼ of a Degree or ½ of a Diploma.

Visit world.viu.ca/cost-calculator

Trades programs: For Trades and Applied Technology programs, tuition is $434.59 per month.

Apprenticeship programs are $100.31 per week.

Visit programs.viu.ca/tuition-fee-schedule for more information on fees.

Fee Timeline Application Fee: $39.40 - At time of each application (non-refundable) Deposit: $200 - Must be received 2-4 weeks after offer of seat. You may be accepted into the program prior to a seat being offered. (non-refundable) Tuition for Trades and Applied Technology programs: Due in full before commencement of the program Tuition for Academic programs: Due two weeks after the start of the semester

Scholarships and Awards Need Funding?

Passport to Education

Visit viu.ca/financial-aid for more information.

Students with stamps from the phased out Passport to Education program can redeem them towards their tuition until the expiry date on the stamps.

Youth Aged out of Care Funding VIU Youth in Care Tuition Waiver Program Visit viu.ca/tuition-waiver for more information.

Entrance Awards

viu.ca/external-awards

viu.ca/entrance-awards

HigherEd Points

VIU offers a number of entrance scholarships among the many awards available to new students.

higheredpoints.com/how-it-works

Deadline for these scholarships is March 31 annually.

Student Loans For BC residents, visit StudentAidBC.ca. For non-BC residents, visit your provincial student aid website for more information.

Trades Funding Sources Visit viu.ca/funding for more information.

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External Awards

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Turn Aeroplan loyalty program points into tuition credits!

VIU President’s Entrance Awards, VIU Chancellors Entrance Awards for Aboriginal Students, and VIU President’s Entrance Awards for Scholar-Athletes viu.ca/entrance-awards Recipients are selected for these awards; no application is necessary.

Meal Plan Options viu.ca/meal-plan Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fast, convenient and flexible. Purchase the Student Value Meal Plan or Dining Dollars plan and save money on your food purchases. The funds are loaded on your student card along with 5% in bonus bucks and can be used at campus cafeteria locations for beverages, snacks or full meals.

Term (4 Months)

Meal Plan

Bonus Bucks (5%)

Sustainability Fee

Your Cost

Total Value of the Plan

Light

$980

$49

$20

$1000

$1029

Regular

$1600

$80

$20

$1620

$1680

Full

$2400

$120

$20

$2420

$2520

Academic (8 Months) Light

$1960

$98

$20

$1980

$2058

Regular

$3200

$160

$20

$3220

$3360

Full

$4800

$240

$20

$4820

$5040

AVERAGE FIRST YEAR BUDGET Tuition & Fees

$4,863

Bachelor of Arts

$8,080 Living costs

or

$4,475

Carpentry

$1,800

Books/Supplies

$2,000 Miscellaneous

$640

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RESIDENCES Join the ResTide! viu.ca/residence

Be part of a thriving community on our Nanaimo campus! The important thing to remember about VIU Residence is that it is not another apartment building. In fact, just by living in Residence you automatically get membership into one of the most active groups on campus or as we like to call it, Residence Life. Residence Advisors, current VIU students with experience in residence, live in each area and provide support to their students. Check out their Facebook page to get a peek at the ResTide: facebook.com/viuresidence.

Room Options Residence has many different room options, all with a vibrant mix of students from around the world.

The Traditional or Modern buildings are great places to start your university experience. Traditional & Modern Singles are single occupancy and Modern

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Doubles are double occupancy. All three room styles have a semi-private bathroom shared with students of the same gender. Visit viu.ca/residence for more information.

First Year Guarantee VIU guarantees a space in residence for all first year students. Apply by May 1st, 2018 in order to qualify for the first year guarantee.

For more information visit viu.ca/residence-first-year.

SHQ’APTHUT A GATHERING PLACE Shq’apthut is home to Services for Aboriginal Students and a home away from home for Aboriginal students on our Nanaimo campus.

Here students can: • Visit with Elders for guidance, wisdom and assistance • Get help finding accommodations and day care • Access workshops, writing and research opportunities • Participate in and witness traditional culture from our four Vancouver Island nations

Discover a Community Hay ch qa’sii’em siy’yu mukw mustimuxw — Thank you respected ones of this place.

‘Su’luqw’a’ Community Cousins Connect with a current Aboriginal VIU student from ‘Su’luqw’a’ Community Cousins. They are a source of support and are here to help you navigate the campus, access resources or just to have coffee!

Email community.cousins@viu.ca or visit viu.ca/community-cousins

Elders in Residence Elders are one of our most important resources.

They provide counselling, support and guidance to all students at VIU and are involved in classroom instruction, teaching traditional protocols and language, and cross-cultural sharing.

VIU is situated on the traditional land of the Coast Salish peoples. It is a place where history and traditions are acknowledged, where contributions are valued and where success is celebrated.

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ACADEMIC SUPPORTS Educational Advising

International Student Services

Nanaimo viu.ca/advising 250.740.6410

world.viu.ca/student-services

Cowichan cc.viu.ca/student-services 250.746.3509

world.viu.ca/advising

Powell River pr.viu.ca/student-services 604.485.2878

Financial Services

Assessment and Exam Invigilation Services viu.ca/assessments 250.740.6276

Disability Services Support and accommodation for students with documented disabilities. viu.ca/disability-services

Advising: Academic, Immigration and Counselling Housing world.viu.ca/housing world.viu.ca/money-matters

Social and Cultural Events world.viu.ca/student-life

Medical Insurance world.viu.ca/medical

International Education Toll-free 1.888.920.2221 ext. 6315 Email: worldviu@viu.ca Apply: world.viu.ca/apply

250.740.6446

Student Success Services viu.ca/student-success

The Writing Centre viu.ca/writing-centre

Math Learning Centre viu.ca/math-centre

Learning Matters viu.ca/learning-matters

Student Affairs Additional resources available to students can be found at viu.ca/student-affairs

How to Connect with VIU about...

General inquiries & becoming a student Connect with a Recruitment Officer at 250.753.3245, local 2088 or viuconnect@viu.ca Application status & documentation Connect with the Registration Centre at 250.740.6400 or registration@viu.ca Your individualized academic transition plan Connect with Advising at 250.740.6410 or advising@viu.ca.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS The High School at VIU

IELTS

6.0 with no band below 5.5

English Language Centre (ELC)

TOEFL (CBT)

213

Academic Preparation 1–5 13 weeks/level

TOEFL iBT

80 with no section below 19

Accelerated Academic Preparation 1–5 Full AP courses condensed into 6.5 weeks

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English

Min. B

Communications 1–3 Language and Culture program focusing on communication skills

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English

Min. B

Visit viu.ca/ths

VIU Prep Pathway 2-year program to bridge high school to VIU Grad Prep 13-week program to prepare graduate students to enter graduate studies Accelerated program for graduate students 9 weeks Bridge VIU 13-week program – Students take one credit course while studying AP5 Business English Program 7-week program – For students who would like to improve their business English for professional, academic or personal reasons

* Specific programs have additional requirements.

See pages 6-13 or viu.ca/programs

Master’s Programs

1) Bachelor’s degree with a minimum B average in the final two years of a Bachelor’s degree 2) Fulfillment of the English language requirement: TEST

MINIMUM SCORE

TOEFL IBT

80 with no section below 19

IELTS

6.5 with no band below 6.0

CAEL

70

Pearson (PTE)

59 with no section below 56

VIU ELC

Grad Prep

Teacher Training Professional Development Program (TESL Certificate) English language instruction and teaching English as a foreign language methodology

* Specific programs have additional requirements.

See pages 6-13 or viu.ca/programs

Academic and Vocational Programs

Required for Application

Admissions include: 1) Graduation from high school or equivalent 2) Proof of English Language proficiency is required from any country or citizen where English is not the official or first language TEST

MINIMUM SCORE

English 12 (BC)

Min. C

VIU ELC

Level 5 (AP5)

IB English 12

HL 5

AP English 12

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• Your official transcripts • Proof of English language proficiency • Certified English translation* of any documents issued in a language other than English • A copy of your passport (photo page) • Additional documents and supplemental pieces may be required for specific programs * All documents must be translated by a certified translator, or notarized.

Calculate your budget here: world.viu.ca/cost-calculator

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MY VIU EXPERIENCE The professors remember us outside the classroom, and have time to talk at length with students when we show up at their office. I feel like my professors are almost as invested in my success as I am. I am working on a research project that examines the human ability to predict time in relation to regular meal patterns.

I never thought the research process would interest me so much; the most fascinating part of this experience is how much I am enjoying finding a way to answer my own questions about the world.

ABOUT SARAH • Created and delivered a community outreach program on drug education in one of her classes • Calls Calgary, Alberta home • Aiming for a career as a psychiatric clinician Sarah will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Psychology in 2019

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VARSITY ATHLETICS VIU has received the BC Collegiate Aggregate Award for top overall athletic program in the PacWest for 11 years straight, 2007-17.

Our VIU Mariners varsity program has a tradition of excellence. Not just on the court, field or course, but in the classroom as well. This combined with their success at the championship level, means that excellence is a way of being for VIU Mariners.

For more information visit viu.ca/programs or call 250.740.6402.

Coaches Badminton Janice.Walker@viu.ca Men’s Basketball Matt.Kuzminski@viu.ca Women’s Basketball TBD ( Stephanie.White@viu.ca) Golf Kevin.Oates@viu.ca Hockey Steve.Paul@viu.ca Men’s Soccer Bill.Merriman@viu.ca

Women’s Soccer TBD (Stephanie.White@viu.ca) Men’s Volleyball Abe.Avender@viu.ca Women’s Volleyball Shane.Hyde@viu.ca Rugby 7’s Drew.Cooper@viu.ca Baseball Jordan.Blundell@viu.ca

Varsity Teams Basketball (M|W) Golf (M) Soccer (M|W) Volleyball (M|W) Club Teams

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Badminton (Mixed) Baseball (M) Rugby 7’s (M) Hockey (M)

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GET INVOLVED Stay Healthy and Active Counselling Services viu.ca/counselling

Health and Wellness Centre viu.ca/health

Outdoor Rec, Intramural Sports, Fitness Classes and the Gym viu.ca/campus-rec

Make Friends Cultural Connections

world.viu.ca/cultural-connections

VIUSU clubs

viusu.ca/clubs

Events

viu.ca/events-calendar

Be a Leader

viu.ca/join-one

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING Study as You Travel

viu.ca/education-abroad educationabroad@viu.ca

Get Work Ready

viu.ca/career-services 250.740.2256

Work on Campus viu.ca/career 250.740.6420

Build Your Research Skills viu.ca/create

Co-Curricular Record

Many of these activities can qualify for credit on your Co-Curricular Record. To find out more visit viu.ca/co-curricular

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NANAIMO

PARKSVILLE QUALICUM

POWELL RIVER

COWICHAN

(On BCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunshine Coast)

Explore Vancouver Island Surfing

Port Hardy

Stand Up Paddleboarding Skiing Running Rock Climbing Kayaking

Campbell River

Hiking

Mount Washington

Biking

Comox

Parksville Port Alberni Nanaimo

Tofino

Distances from Nanaimo campus NANAIMO AIRPORT 15 km VANCOUVER 36 km

Ucluelet 15 minutes

Duncan

1 hour 40 minutes by ferry 20 minutes by plane

VICTORIA 110 km

1 hour 30 minutes

MT. WASHINGTON 128 km 1 hour 45 minutes WHISTLER 171 km

4 hours 30 minutes (with ferry)

TOFINO 205 km 3 hours SEATTLE 315 km

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5 hours (including ferry)

Sooke

Victoria

Live the West Coast lifestyle where your options are only limited by your imagination!  Surf at Long Beach in Tofino ountain bike on groomed trails  M like Doumont or the Abyss un the Westwood Lake and Morrell  R Nature Sanctuary trails heck out the local yoga scenes  C ang out on any of our Gulf Islands  H  Do some rock climbing ayak around Newcastle Island  K G  o stand up paddleboarding xplore the waterfront and take  E in the glorious scenery ppreciate healthy and local food  A choices by visiting a farmer’s market et your hands dirty – we have  G an active, local DIY culture ki or snowboard at Mt. Washington  S E  xplore Rathtrevor Beach and campground in Parksville ike up Mt. Benson or Mt. Tzouhalem  H ridge for amazing views

Notes

Nanaimo Campus 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5 Canada Toll-free: 1•888•920•2221 Tel: 250•753•3245 Email: viuconnect@viu.ca viu.ca

Cowichan Campus 2011 University Way Duncan, BC V9L 0C7 Tel: 250•746•3500 cc.viu.ca

Powell River Campus 100 - 7085 Nootka Street Powell River, BC V8A 3C6 Toll-free: 1•877•888•8890 Tel: 604•485•2878 pr.viu.ca

Parksville•Qualicum Centre Parksville Civic & Technology Centre 100 Jensen Avenue East P.O. Box 42 Parksville, BC V9P 2G3 Tel: 250•248•2096 viu.ca/parksville

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