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Adding/Dropping courses January 30, 2024 - 11:18am

Once the semester begins you can try out your schedule and see how it works for you.  You may want to change your course selections or you may want to increase or decrease the number of courses you have selected.  The first two weeks are sometimes referred to as the "Add/Drop Period", but it's always best to make these decisions as early as possible so that you can settle in and get moving forward.  It is very unusual to add a course after the end of the second week.

There are a few things to consider when adding or dropping courses.

Is Your Application Complete? January 30, 2024 - 11:18am

If you are not sure you have submitted all of your required documents, contact the Registration Centre.

Maintaining Student Status January 30, 2024 - 11:15am

Academic Concern

Once you’ve started your classes at VIU, you must maintain a minimum average grade of “C” (2.0 GPA) in all your classes. Once a year, we review all students who have taken at least 9 credits in the previous year and check their overall GPA. Students whose GPA falls below 2.0 in the previous year are noted with Academic Concern. 

The Application Review January 30, 2024 - 11:14am

Once all documentation has been received, your application will be reviewed by our Admissions Office.  Applications to some programs are also reviewed by faculty and may involve an interview or assessment test. You will be notified of the results of our review.

Self Advocacy, Rights and Responsibilities January 30, 2024 - 11:13am

You will have already noticed that University students have a LOT of responsibility for their own success. You’ll be learning new study skills, managing your time in new ways, and deciding on priorities so that you can juggle expectations and life realities.

Your Health and Dental Plan January 30, 2024 - 11:13am

The Vancouver Island University Students' Union (VIUSU) offers a comprehensive health and dental plan for full-time students on the Nanaimo Campus. The University assists the Student Union in assessing and collecting these fees.  For complete information about the plan, please visit the VIUSU website.

Review Your Timetable! January 30, 2024 - 11:12am

Advising at VIU helps you explore your options and make educated choices. With their support you can map out your goals and create detailed action plans. They can help you overcome the obstacles you may face while achieving your goals, creating an enriching university experience!

Your Online Student Record January 30, 2024 - 10:44am

What is Your Online Student Record?

Your online student record is the central place for you to manage your official business with the University. Most registration services are available in your online student record. You can add or drop courses, update your address or email, see your grades, pay your fees and much more!

Accessing Your Online Student Record

Log into your online student record.

Get Ready: Admissions January 29, 2024 - 8:02pm

This module contains information about your application and admission to VIU. There are useful tips on these pages about:

Ready, Set, Go: Welcome! January 25, 2024 - 4:13pm

Ready, Set, Go Modules

Please note that the information presented in “Ready, Set, Go” is generalized and will apply most specifically to learners in academic degree, diploma and certificate programs. 

Checklist for 2023-24

This is a handy list of deadlines and links to services you may need in your first months at VIU. Print a copy for yourself and check items off as you go.

Checklist for Students

Cover Letters January 16, 2024 - 3:15pm

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Get Started with VIUBlogs December 13, 2023 - 8:54am
Designing and Using Rubrics December 5, 2023 - 10:58am
VIUTube Editing Tools December 5, 2023 - 10:31am
Edit VIUTube Media December 5, 2023 - 10:27am
Upload VIUTube Media from a Mobile Device December 4, 2023 - 9:22am
Release Final Grades November 14, 2023 - 3:54pm
VIU's Safety App October 31, 2023 - 3:27pm

VIU Safety App

Get the VIU mobile app designed to let you know as quickly as possible if there is a safety issue happening on our campus and if so, what to do about it.

It also has other great features including:

VIULearn Tutorials October 31, 2023 - 8:52am
Account Settings and Notifications October 11, 2023 - 8:21am