Programs in Canada: university: Vancouver Island University

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Tourism Management: Bachelor's Degree (BTM)

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Tourism & Leisure

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Visual Arts Diploma

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Diploma

Field: Visual Arts

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Pharmacy Technician Diploma

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Diploma

Field: Pharmacy

Duration: 15 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

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Foundation in Physics University Transfer Program - Bridge to UVic or UBC

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Physics & Astronomy

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Practical Nursing Diploma

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Diploma

Field: Health Sciences

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 8,300 / total

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Studies in Women and Gender: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA)

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Bachelor's Degree

Field: Arts, Design & Architecture

Duration: 4 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Hairstylist Foundation Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 11 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,700 / total

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Trades - Apprenticeship in Welder B: Modular Training

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Trades - Apprenticeship

Field: Trades

Duration: 16 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 118 / total

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Welder Foundation Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 7 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 3,600 / total

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Aboriginal Construction Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Indigenous Focus

Duration: 10 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Fundamentals of Forest Harvesting Practices Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Certificate

Field: Forestry & Natural Resources

Duration: 12 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 11,900 / total

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Horticultural Technician Foundation Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Horticulture and Crop Science

Duration: 9 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 5,100 / total

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Power Engineering/Process Operator 4th Class Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Certificate

Field: Energy Engineering

Duration: 32 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 10,200 / total

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Carpentry Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Trades

Duration: 8 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,100 / total

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Trades - Apprenticeship in Heavy Mechanical Trades: Apprenticeship

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Trades - Apprenticeship

Field: Trades

Duration: 29 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 118 / total

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Trades - Apprenticeship in Recreational Vehicle Service Technician: Apprenticeship

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Trades - Apprenticeship

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 24 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 118 / total

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Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Mechanic Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 34 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,600 / total

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Trades - Apprenticeship in Refrigeration: Apprenticeship Levels 2 & 3

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Trades - Apprenticeship

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 17 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 118 / total

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Trades - Apprenticeship in Carpentry: Apprenticeship

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Trades - Apprenticeship

Field: Trades

Duration: 28 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 118 / total

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Marine and Motorcycle Technician Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 9 months

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 4,600 / total

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Baking and Pastry Arts Management Diploma

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Diploma

Field: Patisserie & Baking Arts

Duration: 2 years

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 6,200 / total

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Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Duration: 17 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 1,700 / total

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Trades - Apprenticeship in Baking: Apprenticeship

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Trades - Apprenticeship

Field: Patisserie & Baking Arts

Duration: 12 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 118 / total

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Electrician Foundation Certificate

Vancouver Island University World rank #4,743

Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

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Degree: Foundation

Field: Electrical Engineering

Duration: 24 weeks

Delivery: On Campus

Language: English

Local tuition: CAD 3,100 / total

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Programs in Canada: university: Vancouver Island University

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Canada?

Which fields of study can I browse in Canada?

How much does it cost to study in Canada?

How do I choose the right program?

Tourism Management: Bachelor's Degree (BTM)

Visual Arts Diploma

Pharmacy Technician Diploma

Foundation in Physics University Transfer Program - Bridge to UVic or UBC

Practical Nursing Diploma

Studies in Women and Gender: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA)

Hairstylist Foundation Certificate

Trades - Apprenticeship in Welder B: Modular Training

Welder Foundation Certificate

Aboriginal Construction Certificate

Fundamentals of Forest Harvesting Practices Certificate

Horticultural Technician Foundation Certificate

Power Engineering/Process Operator 4th Class Certificate

Carpentry Certificate

Trades - Apprenticeship in Heavy Mechanical Trades: Apprenticeship

Trades - Apprenticeship in Recreational Vehicle Service Technician: Apprenticeship

Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Mechanic Certificate

Trades - Apprenticeship in Refrigeration: Apprenticeship Levels 2 & 3

Trades - Apprenticeship in Carpentry: Apprenticeship

Marine and Motorcycle Technician Certificate

Baking and Pastry Arts Management Diploma

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Trades - Apprenticeship in Baking: Apprenticeship

Electrician Foundation Certificate

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