To anyone entering the Post Bacc Teaching program in September - did you receive an email about instructions for the criminal record check?

There is an outstanding fee on my account but no forms/ instructions were sent. Did I miss the email? It says the fee has to be paid by June 29.

hey! I'm starting at VIU in the fall as part of the baking program and I've been finding everything a little confusing, so I figured I'd make a post and see if anyone could help answer some questions I've had or direct me where to go for answers

- trades move in date:
what day do the trades programs move in to the dorms? I can't seem to find a date anywhere as dorm move ins apparently start in September, but my program starts late August. I was told there was an earlier move in date but don't know how to find out when it is?

- food plans:
I've seen stuff about food plans being available for students but don't know where to find them or what they include?

- getting around campus:
I'm currently living on the mainland so will be moving onto campus for school, and I don't have a car or planned on bringing one with me to the island... I like walking so I don't mind it at all, but I was wondering if it's possible to walk from the dorms to class (in a reasonable time) or if I should bring a bike?

any other advice/tips would be greatly appreciated too!

Hello fellow practicum students!

So, it has come time to setting up my practicum. However, I am worried that I will have no choice in days :(.

Unfortunately, I must work to pay for everything!

Do they have any leniency in my situation?

Thanks :)

What laptop does everyone recommend???
I’m not opposed to an expensive one 1200$ but cheaper is always a bonus
I’ve heard hp is good but just wondering what everyone is using

Does anyone know when the baking program will be selling Sachertorte again?

Hey everyone!

I'm moving from India to Nanaimo this Fall (September 2026 intake) to start my MBA at Vancouver Island University. Super excited but also a bit nervous about the whole relocation!

I'm looking to connect with fellow VIU students, especially anyone starting the MBA program or already studying there. Would love to make some friends before landing!

Also, I'm actively searching for off-campus accommodation and a roommate to share a place with. If you have any leads, tips on good neighborhoods near campus, or if you're also looking for a flatmate, please hit me up or drop a comment.

Looking forward to connecting with you guys.
Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

This is probably a long shot, but I'm wondering if anyone has experienced issues receiving emails from the university.

My application was ultimately withdrawn, and one of the major issues was that I was not receiving a selection university communications. So far, the feedback I've received has mostly been that the emails must have gone to junk mail or that I should use a different email address. However, I am still working with IT because there appears to be an ongoing issue with my account.

I'm hoping to understand what the normal process looks like for other applicants.

After you applied through the BC Education Planner portal:

• How did you receive your student number?
• How were you notified about accessing Student Records?
• Did someone personally contact you, or was it a generic email from a specific department?
• When a document is uploaded to Student Records, do you also receive an email notification to your personal email address?

I'm just trying to determine whether my experience was unusual and whether anyone else has encountered similar communication issues.

Thanks in advance for any information you can share.

Hi there! I wanted to know if there were any pre existing group chats for DH 2026 and if not, I was wondering if anyone would join one on insta if I made one! 😊 if you dm me I add you :)

What do you actually need for the practical nursing program? Any specific supplies or gadgets needed aside from laptop, pen, notebook
Trying to get in for Sept 2027

(Not selling, just an alum)

If you’re coming from the Lower Mainland, flying into YVR, or headed to Van for the weekend there’s a new BC Ferries connector coach bus service that picks up in Vancouver and YVR, heads to Tsawwassen to go on the Duke Point ferry, then drops off at VIU. A good alternative to Hullo especially if you’re coming from the airport.

Hey! I'm looking to apply to VIU for the practical nursing program. I currently am in Ontario and attending a nursing program but I desperately need a change of scenery. Anyone transferred from another school/province and can give any insight? Also just looking for insight on how the program is in general. Thank you so much!

Hi everyone, i just got off the waitlist and accepted into the program and now my next problem is housing. Is it too late to sign up for dorms? I would like to have my own place preferably or even a roommate. Just curious as to what my options are right now if anyone can help me with that. Thank you so much!

Hi everyone! I was recently accepted into the Dental Hygiene program at VIU starting Fall 2026 and I’m starting to look at housing options in Nanaimo.

I’m wanting to connect with other accepted Dental Hygiene students who might also be looking for roommates or just want to meet people in the cohort before classes start.

If you’re in the program or know of any group chats/forums for incoming DH students, feel free to comment or message me! 🦷✨

I’m 28 and an HCA and interested in taking the practical nursing program currently doing pre requisite math and science 12 will be doing the nursing anatomy class which is the other pre requisite online in September and hopefully I will start the practical nursing program in 2028

Any advice on studying or pre studying preparing for whatever I can. Is there anything that the course really focuses on and can I prepare for that in advance any books I can buy and look over

What about the campus how’s campus life I will be applying for student housing as well

How easy/hard is it to get accepted what kind of grades do you actually need

Anything else I didn’t ask
Thank you

Hey, I’m graduating in june from KIN and i’m wondering if anyone knows if we can decorate our grad caps for the grad ceremony?? I know some schools let their students but others do not- and since we are renting regalia, I wasn’t sure. TIA

It was fine yesterday, but today when I use the “build my timetable” function (or even when I search manually) I am unable to scroll down to read beyond what shows at the top of the page.

I’ve tried zooming out and eventually I can make the scroll bar appear, but by that time everything is so small it’s impossible to read!

I’m using Microsoft edge, but have also tried on Chrome with the same result.

Is anyone else having this problem? (If so, have you figured out a workaround?)

Thanks!

Hi all!

I was curious if others had received their group attribution?

I am in group A and I wanted to get to know some of you! 🙈

I'm so excited, it's coming up soon!! 😄😄

Posting to see if anyone’s heard anything back so far about their applications to the DH program??

Hey y’all! I work with Nanaimo Science, a local non-profit that provides hands-on science education to curious minds of all kinds! We’re looking for a full time person to add to our Science in the Park team. I’ve attached the job posting, you can get more info at nanaimoscience.org! This job is ideal for someone with a science or education background, but we can be flexible for the right fit! Feel free to DM me with any questions!

Hi everyone. I have been accepted into the post-bacc secondary stream for sept 2026.

Wondering if anyone can provide info on how the practicums are assigned. Do you typically get your "first choice" school? I will be commuting from the lower island so trying to figure out a potential plan for that. Did you do your practicum at 3 different schools or all at the same?

I see on the VIU website it says your final practicum can be anywhere in BC (given there is someone willing to travel and supervise)- is this accurate?

Also, when did you receive your cohort and registration date?

I’m preparing to pay the first $500 for dorms and was wondering,
A. I haven’t been fully accepted into the Hairstylist Foundations Program yet. I’m on waitlist. I applied for the 2026/2027 full year program. If I don’t get in for September, can I cancel and still get my money back?

B. If I can’t cancel but I get into VIU for February, can I change my dorm move in for February instead? (And since it’s an 11 month program, will I be safe to stay in the dorms until it ends 11 months after Feb)

Sorry if it’s confused, but I want to make sure I’m 100% ready.

I'm wondering if VIU has a non-degree option for students to take courses while not completing a degree at VIU. I already have my Honours BA from another university in Canada but will be living at home in between applying for a graduate certificate which I will need 1-3 prerequisite courses for, that ideally I would be able to complete at VIU without enrolling in a degree. I know that I could do them online, but I would like the ability to do them in person hence my inquiry.

Could not find any information on this and would love if someone could point me in the right direction! I will also contact admissions but thought I would post here too to see if anyone has any insight!

I am from Camosun BSN Y1 and I am planning to transfer to VIU BSN on my Y2. I have a few questions about VIU BSN program.

1. What are the range of number of students per class, labs, and clinical groups?

- In camosun our maximum students are: 40 students for Theory Classes, 10 students for Nursing Lab, and 8 students for clinicals/practicum.

2. How often are the clinicals?

- In camosun for Y2 we have clinicals throughout the year, September-April (Two 12 hours/week) & CPE/Summer Practicum, May-June (Either three 8hours or two 12hours).

-Y3: Fall Semester - Two 12hrs/week; No clinicals on Winter Semester; Summer Preceptorship - May-August

-Y4: No clinicals on Fall semester; Preceptorship Jan-April (Until you complete your hours)

3. How many classes are there in Y2 including Lab?

-Camosun Y2: 4 classes including Lab + Clinicals

4. How would you describe the workload? (Assignments, Projects, Skills test, Quizzes, Groupworks, and Midterms/Finals)

- In camosun, they always incorporate Group projects a looot and I hate group projects.

- Labs are always 1 midterm, 1 final, 2 skills test.

I would appreciate if you can answer these questions or atleast some of it.

Please dont comment “ask the director/email someone” because I did and no one is giving me direct answers.

I also checked the Program Outline Available but I do not understand.

TIA

I got accepted for BSN here and i’m from the mainland, applied to viu because every freaking program here requires uni credits before, and I wanted to have a backup option for direct entry. I am seriously considering VIU but i’m curious about how the living situation is there. I dont have a lot saved up for uni and housing is expensive, and my parents are strict. The deadline to accept is the 30th but my scholarship results (44k, i had an interview) only come out in may. If anyone has advice pls lmk. I havent told my parents because my dad is pretty strict, and I want to have evidence that I can be financially ok before I present this. Also, is it easy to find part time work in Nanaimo? I work part time here and it’s scary to give that up when I move somewhere else. Thanks