There's still time to apply
We have extended the application deadlines for many programs, so you still have time to join us in September. Whether you want to kick-start a new career or expand your knowledge in a specific field, you have a range of programs to choose from.
Flexible start dates
Want to begin your studies at another time in the year? Many of our programs offer alternative start dates throughout the year. This means you can begin your educational journey when it works best for you.
International student?
If you're an international student, visit our international deadlines page.
Applied Technology programs
- Information Technology and Applied Systems - Systems Administration and Networking
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: July 15 - Information Technology and Applied Systems - Web and Mobile Development
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: July 15
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences programs
- Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: August 10 - Bachelor of Arts, Visual Art
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: July 31 - Bachelor of Criminology
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: July 31 - Bachelor of Design in Graphic Design
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: April 30 - Bachelor of Design in Interior Design
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: May 31 - Indigenous / Xwulmuxw Studies
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: August 10 - Master of Community Planning
Master's degree | 2 years
Deadline: May 31 - Master of Sustainable Leisure Management
Master's degree | 2 years
Deadline: May 15 - Theatre
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: June 15 - Visual Art
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: July 31
Business and Management programs
- Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: March 31 - Bachelor of Tourism, Major in Recreation
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: July 30 - Master of Business Administration
Master's degree | 20 months
Deadline: August 3 - Hospitality Management
Diploma | 2 years
Domestic: July 15 - Recreation and Sport Management
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: July 30 - Tourism Studies
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: July 30
Education programs
- Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Master's degree
Deadline: April 30 - Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC)
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: May 31 - Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC)
Blended Certificate (Cowichan and tiwšɛmawtxʷ and online)
Deadline: May 31
Health programs
- Practical Nursing
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: Ongoing - Community Mental Health Worker Certificate
Certificate | 8 months
Deadline: July 31 - Psychedelic-assisted Therapy Graduate Certificate
Certificate | 1 year
Deadline: April 30
Science and Technology programs
- Bachelor of Science
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: August 10 - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Bachelor's degree | 4 years
Deadline: July 15 - Computer Science
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: July 15 - Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: July 31 - Fisheries and Aquaculture
Post-Degree Diploma | 1 year
Domestic: July 31 - Forest Resources Technology
Diploma | 2 years
Deadline: July 31 - Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas Planning
Certificate | 3 semesters
Deadline: July 31 - Professional Indigenous Land Management
Certificate | 8 months
Deadline: July 31
Connect with us
Have questions? Email connect@viu.ca.