The summer program is geared to students between the ages of 14 – 18. Instruction will be provided by VIU faculty and BC certified teachers.
ELL Language Development and Cultural Experience
This program offers English Language Learning at The High School at VIU and cultural experiences on and around Vancouver Island and the city of Vancouver. Students may choose from a 1 to 8 week experience.
The English ability of students will be assessed upon arrival and they will be assigned to an appropriate skill level class.
BC Curriculum Credit Courses
This program offers BC curriculum credit courses at The High School at Vancouver Island University. Credit courses may include: Math (all levels) and Environmental Science 11.
Students will take 2 academic courses during the 1-month, and will need to meet course pre-requisites.
In order to submit an application, the documents listed below are required. If you do not upload these documents into the online application system, you cannot complete the application process. If you do not submit a complete application within ten (10) days, the partial application will be automatically deleted. If you require more time to complete the application please email highschool@viu.ca and we would be happy to extend access for another 10 days.
ELL Language Development and Cultural Experience
- for students aged 14-18 years old
- completed True North application
- International students: Passport photo page
- Signed Student Agreement (provided within the application form)
- Completed Custodianship document (optional, and provided within the application form)
BC Curriculum Credit Courses
- for students aged 14-18 years old
- completed True North application
- Transcript from current and previous school year (translated into English if necessary)
- THS online English assessment
- Canadian students: Birth certificate; International students: Passport photo page
- Entry into Environmental Science 11 requires the following pre-requisites:
- Science 10 – minimum grade 60%, and
- English 10 – minimum grade 60% or THS online English assessment
ELL Language Development and Cultural Experience
- July 4 - August 26, 2022
- July 3 - August 25, 2023
BC Curriculum Credit Courses
- July 5 – 30, 2021
- July 4 – 29, 2022
- July 3 – 28, 2023
ELL Language Development and Cultural Experience
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
BC Curriculum Credit Courses
- May 13, 2022 (for the July 2022 intake)
- May 12, 2023 (for the July 2023 intake)
University Residences - Group applicants only.
Please email HighSchool@viu.ca for a customized quote.
Homestay - Individual and Group applicants
Effective May 1, 2021:
| Number of nights | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1 week (7 nights) or less | $294 |
| 8 - 20 nights | $39/night |
| 21 - 31 nights | $36/ night |
*Note: A one-time application fee of $200 will apply. If you apply after the 6-week deadline, an application fee of $275 will apply.
ELL Language Development and Cultural Experience
***Arrival and check into Homestay on the Sunday prior to Monday start.
Week 1 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9am-12pm | Orientation, Assessment & Campus Tour | English Class | English Class | English Class | Day Trip | Free day with Host family | Free day with Host family |
1-4pm | English Class | Activity | Activity | Activity |
Week 2 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9am-12pm | English Class | English Class | English Class | English Class | Day Trip | Departure Students will be dropped off at Nanaimo departure point by Host Families.
|
1-4pm | Activity | Activity | Activity | Activity |
BC Curriculum Credit Courses
Week 1 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8:30am-12:30pm | Math/ ESL | Math/ ESL | Math/ ESL | Math/ ESL | Math/ ESL |
1:30-3:30pm | Science 11 | Science 11 | Science 11 | Science 11 | Science 11 |
Custom Groups
Are you looking for a custom program for students aged 14-18 years?
We specialize in programs that offer ESL, university experience, science, and outdoor adventure. Email HighSchool@viu.ca with the details, and our Summer Programs & Group Coordinator will be in touch.
Details you should include in your email are:
- program content
- length of program
- number of participants
- preferred dates
- preferred accommodation: homestay or residences