Academic Support
- Accessibility Services
- Adult Basic Education Learning Centre
- Advising Services
- Assessment and Exam Services
- Connect for Success
- International Academic Support (IAS)
- Math Learning Centre
- Peer Supported Learning
- Services for Aboriginal Students (Shq’apthut: A Gathering Place)
- Student-Assisting-Student Program
- Study Help
- Volunteer Tutor program
- Writing Centre
Career Development
Campus Services
- Art Gallery
- Assistance Phone System
- Bike Lockers
- Child Care
- Computer Labs for Student Use
- Food Services on Campus
- Gymnasium
- Library
- Lost and Found
- Parking
- Printing and Photocopying
- Registration and Records
- Scholarships and Awards
- Student Activity Building
- Student Affairs Office
- Students' Union
- Technology
- Theatre
Health and Wellness
Academic support
Accessibility Services
If you have a documented disability, you may be entitled to accommodation. Learn more about VIU Accessibility Services.
Academic and Career Preparation
Academic and Career Preparation (ACP) can help with upgrading courses, English as a second language courses and additional academic support. Learn more about ACP programs.
Assessment and Exam Services
Assessment and Exam Services (AES) offers exam invigilation services for Grade 12 equivalency testing and keyboarding assessments.
If you have a documented disability, you can book an accommodated exam with AES. Learn more about AES.
Indigenous student support
Indigenous Student Access Coordinators at Shq’apthut: A Gathering Place can help you find resources an supports on campus and in the community. Learn more about Indigenous supports
Math Learning Centre
The Math Learning Centre is staffed by qualified student tutors who can help you with math assignments. Check out the Math Learning Centre schedule.
Peer Supported Learning
Are you struggling with a course? Peer Supported Learning offers scheduled study sessions run by students who have successfully completed courses. Learn more about Peer Supported Learning.
Volunteer Tutor Program
Get one-on-one tutoring in many subjects with one of our volunteer tutors. They can also help English as a second language students with English. Learn about the Volunteer Tutor program
Writing Centre
The Writing Centre is on the fourth floor of the Library. It is staffed by English instructors who offer free, one-on-one assistance with writing
- essays
- reports
- resumes
- proposals
- and more
You can sign up for a half-hour session, and drop-ins are also welcome.
At the Cowichan campus, sign up for one-on-one assistance at the Writing Centre located in the Credit Programs department, Building 2. Learn more about the Writing Centre