VIU’s Liberal Studies program is for those who want to explore it all – history, humanities, liberal arts and sciences, literature, music, philosophy and more. In liberal studies, students strive to gain a deeper understanding of who we are and how our values and perspectives have been shaped by certain cultural legacies.This unique liberal arts program program is taught in small seminars where students engage in and become experts in critical thinking, communication and how to creatively adapt to new challenges, skills that are of high importance and carry over well to future careers and graduate school.Graduates have gone on to a range of careers in law, architecture, public administration, education, marine archaeology and communications.
Which department am I in?
Faculty of Social Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(4 Years)
Tuition fees
CAD$24,473.10 (US$ 17,591)
per year
Application deadline
Expected September 2026
Start date
January 2027
Venue
Nanaimo (Main Campus)
900 Fifth Street,
Nanaimo,
British Columbia,
V9R 5S5, West Coast, Canada
Entry requirements
For international students
International students who are BC high school graduates must have a minimum grade of “C” in English 12 for direct entry into an academic programInternational students who have completed high school in English, in a country where English is considered the official language must have a minimum grade equivalent to a grade of “C” in English 12 in British Columbia. graduation from a BC secondary school, or equivalent, with a minimum “C” grade in either English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12;previous degree from a recognized university;visiting student from a college or university (a “Letter of Permission” from the home institution is required);
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.