Vancouver Island University is a Canadian public university founded in 1969. Since its establishment, the university remains to be a centre for qualitative learning. Vancouver Island University applauds students across the world who contributed to crafting the vibrant cultural fabric of the campuses. The faculty and students get international exposure through participation in innovative projects and workshops worldwide. Vancouver Island University has been nominated as a finalist in the Higher Education Academy’s 2018 Global Teaching Excellence Award for teaching excellence. The prime objective of the university is to build a progressive sustainable global community through innovation and social inclusion.
Spread over 92 acres, Nanaimo is the prime campus of the university. Further, the university maintains other campuses at Cowichan and Powell River. Also, Parksville-Qualicum Centre is an exclusive study centre of the university. All the three campuses of the university are located at beautiful coastal towns rich with cultural diversity. The campuses are equipped with world-class infrastructures offering the best-in-class learning experience. There are hi-tech laboratories, libraries, art studios, mathematics centres, computer labs, writing centres and high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity at the campuses. Vancouver Island University has a highly qualified team of faculty members. Also, eminent scholars, scientists and industry experts are invited at the campuses to deliver guest lectures.
Vancouver Island University offers bachelors, masters, diploma and certificate programmes across disciplines. The core areas of study offered at the university include Art, Design & Performing Arts, Education, Health Sciences, Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, Human Services, Science & Technology, Business & Management, Tourism, Recreation & Hospitality, Trades & Applied Technology and Co-operative Education. Besides this, the university offers Academic and Career Preparation and High School Equivalency (ABE), Exploratory University Studies (EXPO), Professional Development and Training, and English Language (ESL) programmes. Not just this, the university also offers various online courses in different subjects and levels.
Students of Vancouver Island University are sent to various industrial workshops for practical training. It also carries out skill development initiatives to make students acquiescent to cutting-edge technologies. Further, the university offers career guidance and placement assistance services to students. Along with academics, Vancouver Island University is a hub for recreational and extra-curricular activities. There are sports courts, gymnasiums, cafeteria, art galleries and theatres at the campuses. Various events including sports meets, jamming sessions, dance competitions, stage plays, art exhibitions and literary fests are organised at the university campuses. All these activities ensure cross-disciplinary participation inculcating team spirits among students
Master of Business Administration
- Duration - 14-16 Months
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 7, TOEFL : 93
- Fees - INR 13.9 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Diploma in Dental Hygiene
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Business Administration
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 80
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Post-Degree Diploma in Business Studies
- Duration - 1 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 12 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)/ Master of Science in International Management (MScIM)
- Duration - 14-18 Months
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 7, TOEFL : 93
- Fees - INR 16.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Science in Computing
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 10.7 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Diploma in Computing Science
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Diploma in Business Administration
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Education in Educational Leadership
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 7, TOEFL : 93
- Fees - INR 7.2 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Arts in Sustainable Leisure Management
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 7, TOEFL : 93
- Fees - INR 7.2 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Community Planning
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 7, TOEFL : 93
- Fees - INR 7.2 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Science in Biology
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Master of Geographic Information Systems Applications
- Duration - 2 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 7, TOEFL : 93
- Fees - INR 10 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Certificate in Business Management
- Duration - 1 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
BA in Digital Media Studies
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Fundamentals of Engineering Certificate Program
- Duration - 8 Months
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 13.7 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Arts in Geography
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Bachelor of Arts in English
- Duration - 4 Years
- Exams Accepted - IELTS : 6.5, TOEFL : 88
- Fees - INR 9.6 Lakh (1st Year Tuition Fees)
Entry Criteria
| Courses | Exams |
|---|---|
| MBA - 2 Courses | IELTS - 7 & Above TOEFL - 93 & Above PTE - 65 & Above |
| BBA - 2 Courses | IELTS - 6.5 & Above TOEFL - 80-88 PTE - 60 & Above |
| MIM - 1 Course | IELTS - 7 & Above TOEFL - 93 & Above PTE - 65 & Above |
| MS - 2 Courses | IELTS - 7 & Above TOEFL - 93 & Above PTE - 65 & Above |
| BSc - 2 Courses | IELTS - 6.5 & Above TOEFL - 88 & Above PTE - 60 & Above |
| BE/Btech - 2 Courses | IELTS - 6.5 & Above TOEFL - 88 & Above PTE - 60 & Above |
| Other Courses - 11 Courses | IELTS - 6.5-7 TOEFL - 88-93 PTE - 60-65 |
Admission Requirement
| Documents | SOP - Not required LOR - Needed for few courses Essays - Not required CV - Needed for few courses Additional documents - Required |
|---|---|
| Application fees | CAD 150 |
| Type of deadline | Regular |
| Intake Season & Deadlines | Fall - 31ˢᵗ Mar - 15ᵗʰ May 2020 |
Approximate Fees
| Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| MBA - 2 Courses | 14 - 18 Months | INR 13.9L - 16.6L CAD 24,000 - 28,800 |
| BBA - 2 Courses | 4 Years | INR 9.6L CAD 16,680 |
| MIM - 1 Course | 2 Years | INR 7.2L CAD 12,500 |
| MS - 2 Courses | 24 Months | INR 7.2L - 10L CAD 12,500 - 17,400 |
| BSc - 2 Courses | 4 Years | INR 9.6L CAD 16,680 |
| BE/Btech - 2 Courses | 4 Years | INR 9.6L - 10.7L CAD 16,680 - 18,585 |
| Other Courses - 11 Courses | 0.7 - 4 Years | INR 7.2L - 13.7L CAD 12,500 - 23,650 |
