Vancouver Island University [VIU], Nanaimo Review by Students & Alumni & Ranking

Vancouver Island University Reviews and Ratings: Student Reviews, Campus Reviews, Faculty Reviews

Nanaimo, British ColumbiaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1969established year
10652enrollment
Public
Partner [5 Courses]
4.9/10

College Rating

Based on 4 Students Rating

4.9 out of 10
6.3/10Academic
5.5/10Accommodation
6.5/10Faculty
6.5/10Infrastructure
3.3/10Placement
6.0/10Social Life
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4 Reviews Found


RP
6.0 /10
  • Dislikes:
  • At Vancouver Island University (VIU), a lack of diversity among students, with about 80% from one group, is noticeable. This limits exposure to different cultures and perspectives, which is important for a richer learning environment.,
  • Additionally, job opportunities are scarce on the island due to the absence of major companies. This makes finding meaningful employment after putting in educational effort frustrating. Despite VIU's positives, these challenges impact the overall experience and future prospects. Hoping for improvements in diversity and job opportunities.

My time at the university has been truly enriching. The campus's natural beauty, small class sizes, and dedicated professors have created a dynamic learning atmosphere. While there are challenges like limited job options and diversity, the personalized education, research opportunities, and sustainability focus have made this journey incredibly valuable.

academic: 8/10
faculty: 8/10
infrastructure: 8/10
accomodation: 7/10
placement: 5/10

N
3.3 /10
  • Dislikes:
  • No placements from the college. Need to work on more On - Campus work and on more placements directly from the University. Classmates were into themselves only. They should be supportive. Lack of Entrepreneurship.

Overall Experience was good in terms of studies and extracurricular activities. Just have to work a lot more on placements.

academic: 4/10
faculty: 5/10
infrastructure: 4/10
accomodation: 6/10
placement: 1/10

H
3.3 /10
  • Dislikes:
  • I was given hard time during my internship period, there were lot of approvals involved and the process I found was tormenting and stressful as I was pressurized to get WFH approval from my company where I was doing internship during COVID. Though it was work from home internship still VIU management wanted specifically wanted in written form which was ridiculous for me to talk to my company and convince them to do something out of the way.

It was an average and I am grateful that they rewarded me MBA degree at least.. Other than that their internship lectures were great but there was not actual company referrals . It was just focused on resume making, how to do networking that's all. The university should have real ties with lot of companies who can hire or at least interview maximum students.

academic: 5/10
faculty: 5/10
infrastructure: 7/10
accomodation: 2/10
placement: 1/10

Alvin Meledath
7.0 /10

The university had a co-op element, well-accredited, and economic living arrangements. I also had a few people from my network who did this program so I had some assurance. The program was designed for working professionals since I had work ex and have done a master's before I was more inclined towards this program. Also, their dual-degree option with their Partnered University from the UK was a great incentive to join.

academic: 8/10
faculty: 8/10
infrastructure: 7/10
accomodation: 7/10
placement: 6/10
extracurricular: 6/10

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