Interested in learning about VIU? Join us for an info session or event.

Info sessions

When you attend an info session with a recruiter from the Office of Future Students you’ll get an overview of VIU. We’ll review the variety of programs VIU offers and the process for becoming a student. We will also give you a good picture of the services and supports for students.

We try to cover the wide range of supports and student life activities, which will include things like:

  • athletics
  • clubs
  • research
  • work integrated learning opportunities
  • student housing

We leave time in the presentation to answer your questions. We’ll also make sure you know how to connect with us for more information or help. Anyone can attend any of our info sessions, but our sessions focus on information for specific groups.

Sessions for international students

Thinking about moving to Canada for school? VIU hosts info sessions for international students to learn about coming here for school.

International info sessions

Instagram Live Q&A

Join us live on Instagram

We'll be on Instagram Live to answer your questions in real time.

Next Instagram Live Q&A: Tuesday, March 12 | 4 pm PST
Special topic: Paying for school

Follow us on Instagram and log in at 4 pm to check it out. 

Sessions for international students

Thinking about moving to Canada for school? VIU hosts info sessions for international students to learn about coming here for school.

International info sessions

Program and department info sessions

We often host info sessions that focus on one program or department. These are a great opportunity to decide if a program is a good fit for you. 

Program and department info sessions

Upcoming info sessions and events

Student Life Sessions

March 27, 2024 | 7 to 8 pm PST

At this in-person event on the Nanaimo campus, we'll cover all the basics about student activities and resources. We'll also answer your questions about what it's like to be a student at VIU.

Sign up for the in-person Student Life Session

Out-of-province Student Session

At this session we cover all the basics and answer your questions, with a bit more information about the geographic region, provincial course equivalencies and student housing. 

There are currently no Out-of-province Student Sessions scheduled. Sign up for our newsletter, VIU Connect, for updates on the next session – and for news and details on other events.

Learn more

Sign up for our newsletter for more information about all our sessions.

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Accessibility

VIU is committed to making our events accessible and barrier-free. If you have any accessibility needs or require accommodations to participate in our events, please email the event organizers at Connect@viu.ca.

Questions? Contact us!