About the course

VIU?s Bachelor of Arts degree, with a wide selection of Honours, Majors, and Minors options, builds on VIU?s strong record of arts undergraduate education, dating back to 1969. Graduates of VIU have gone on to graduate schools and professional schools at major universities, while others have used their degree to directly enter successful careers.

　　At the lower-level, Vancouver Island University offers courses in some 50 disciplines and interdisciplinary studies. At the upper-level, the BA program offers selected Honours, Majors, and Minors, and new ones are being planned.

　　A liberal arts education helps students develop skills in written and spoken communication, creative thinking and problem-solving, leadership and teamwork, social and cultural awareness, and adaptability to shifting trends. Given its range and flexibility, the VIU BA degree provides a sound preparation for both employment and further education. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Nanaimo
Fall (September), 2024	Nanaimo
Spring (January), 2025	Nanaimo
Fall (September), 2025	Nanaimo
Spring (January), 2026	Nanaimo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Vancouver Island University

Graduation from high school or equivalent.

　　Proof of English language proficiency is required from applicants for whom English is not their first language or from those whose education was completed in any country where English is not the official language.

　　ELTS (Academic) - 6.5 (no band below 6.0)

　　TOEFL IBT - 88 (no section below 20)

　　TOEFL Paper Based Test - 550 (no section below 56)

　　International Baccalaureate English A1/A2 - Higher Level (HL)/ Standard Level (SL) grade 3 or higher

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Vancouver Island University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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