VIU Blog: How Academic Advisors can help you achieve your goals
Academic Advisors, general undergraduate
Connect with an Advisor on a regular basis throughout your educational journey. We are your partners in learning. Connect early and often.
Degree Advisors
Connect with your Degree Advisor when ready to declare Major/Minors or with specific questions about the path toward your chosen degree and graduation requirements/confirmations.
Registration Services
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Academic supports and services
- Peer Supported Learning
- Math Learning Centre
- Writing Centre
- Volunteer Tutor Program
- Learning Matters
- Student Affairs
- Tips for Academic Success
Hot topics
- VIU General Regulations
- Important Dates and Deadlines
- Calculate GPA (Grade Point Average)
- Course Descriptions
- Course Timetable
- Programs
Program and course planning
- Exploratory Studies at VIU - what will your next educational goal be?
- Explore educational pathways at Career Cruising (username and password: malaspina) or Education Planner BC.
- Changing Programs - not sure of your current educational path?
- Upgrading High School courses to meet prerequisites or admission requirements
- VIU Adult Basic Education
- ACCUPLACER assessment for VIU English 12 equivalence
- Additional fully online options are available through other K-12 education providers
- Course Selection and Elective Tips
- Choosing Your Course Load
Credit for past experience?
- Prior Learning Assessment involves faculty evaluating the knowledge and/or skills an individual may have gained through non-formal education/training or experience and the granting of appropriate credit by VIU
General exit credentials
- Associate Degrees - Associate of Arts Degree or Associate of Science Degree
- General Diplomas - Diploma in Arts and Sciences or Diploma in Individually Selected Studies
- General Certificates - Certificate in Individually Selected Studies or Arts One First Nations Certificate
When academic challenges arise
- Academic Concern and Academic Pause Policy (formerly Academic Probation and Academic Suspension)
- Returning from Academic Pause - plan a successful return to your post-secondary studies anytime during your suspension
- Tips for Academic Success - Check out these student tips, supports and suggestions intended to help you have a great academic year whether you are a brand new student or making a fresh start
It is, ultimately, the student’s responsibility to choose courses and programs to meet his or her own career or educational objectives.