Overview

All Visual Arts students enrolled in art or design studio courses offered within VIU’s Art and Design department must complete mandatory safety training session(s) before they will be allowed to use the department’s facilities.

The Visual Art Diploma is offered by Vancouver Island University.

Educational Opportunity

Each student must purchase and use equipment as specified by the department and sold through the VIU Campus Store.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

History of Western Art

Drawing

Two-Dimensional Design

Three-Dimensional Design

Printmaking

Digital Photography

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-31 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nanaimo, Canada

Disciplines

Visual Arts View 137 other Bachelors in Visual Arts in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

General admission requirements apply.

The Art and Design Department controls entry into its programs by having an admissions process including a portfolio requirement (see requirements below) and interview.

Art students must bring to the interview a 100-300 word written statement on reasons and goals for seeking enrolment in Visual or Applied Art.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

24473 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24473 CAD per year during 24 months.
National

5092 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5092 CAD per year during 24 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Visual Arts.

Available Scholarships

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