---
title: Vancouver Island University
description: Public university in Nanaimo with art and design offerings
url: https://www.artsume.com/o/vancouver-island-university
type: organization
createdAt: "2025-12-10"
updatedAt: "2026-09-02"
organizationType: School / university
location: Nanaimo, BC, Canada
website: https://www.viu.ca
yearFounded: 1969
---

# Vancouver Island University

*School / university • Nanaimo, BC, Canada*

## About

Public university in Nanaimo with art and design offerings

Vancouver Island University (VIU) is a public university located in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. Founded in 1969, it offers a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Art, graphic design, interior design, and digital media programs.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1969
- **Address:** 900 Fifth Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9R 7E3, Canada
- **Website:** https://www.viu.ca
- **Social Media:** instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vancouverislandu/, twitter: https://twitter.com/viuniversity, facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vancouverislanduniversity/

## Programs

View current programs from Vancouver Island University on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/vancouver-island-university