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Services and Facilities

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