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Established as Malaspina College in 1969, the institution became VIU in 2008. It has a number of campuses on the eastern coast of Vancouver Island facing the Strait of Georgia in southwest Canada. A number of bachelor courses are offered, for example in Jazz Studies, Nursing, and Psychology. The main site in Nanaimo is 2 hours 45 minutes by ferry across the Strait of Georgia from Vancouver. Victoria is 113km to the South. The 92 acre Nanaimo campus boasts forested areas, a Japanese garden and ocean views and the Aquatic Centre with an Olympic sized pool. This beautiful area offers outdoor activities in both winter and summer, including skiing and surfing.
7420 Students
89% Undergraduates
14% International
Accommodation: Home stay
Accommodation: Private rented
Accommodation: University, on campus
Campus: City Centre Campus
Car Parking: Car Parking Available
University, off campus
University, on campus
Nearest Airport: Nanaimo ( 9.0 miles )
Nearest Train Station: Ladysmith ( 13.0 miles )
Vancouver Island University
900 Fifth Street
Nanaimo
V9R 5S5
British Columbia
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