VIU's Bachelor of Education prepares candidates to teach elementary students from kindergarten through Grade 7. Applicants can enter its face-to-face program in Year One or, with suitable prior coursework, Year Three. The program combines education studies, electives and progressively focused field experience. Graduates are recommended for a BC Certificate of Qualification and must apply to the Teacher Regulation Branch for certification.
- Program
- Bachelor of Education
- Credential
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
- Location
- Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
- Casper
- Required · CSP-10209
- Next deadline
- January 31, 2027 (Year One and Year Three application deadline)
- Length
- Five years from Year One; entry is also available at Year Three.
Casper Requirement for Vancouver Island University Bachelor of Education (Year One or Year Three Entry)
Vancouver Island University Bachelor of Education (Year One or Year Three Entry) requires Casper for the 2026-2027 cycle.
- Test to book
- Canadian Teacher's Education · CSP-10209
- Applicant ID to enter
- VIU student number
- Other Acuity assessments
- Snapshot (not required)
Upcoming Casper test dates
- October 6, 2026 at 3:00 pm Pacific
- November 5, 2026 at 4:00 pm Pacific
- November 17, 2026 at 6:00 pm Pacific
- November 29, 2026 at 8:00 am Pacific
- December 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm Pacific
- January 7, 2027 at 4:00 pm Pacific
- January 17, 2027 at 8:00 am Pacific
- February 4, 2027 at 6:00 pm Pacific
- February 21, 2027 at 8:00 am Pacific
Test dates can change: confirm availability in your Acuity Insights account at takecasper.com.
Select Vancouver Island University, Bachelor of Education, Year One or Year Three Entry for results distribution. Register at least three days before the test; results are valid for one VIU admission cycle. Apply and test early so results can reach VIU before document review.
Casper format
Casper is an online, open-response situational judgment test run by Acuity Insights. The current format has 11 scenarios (4 video-response and 7 typed-response) with 2 questions each and takes about 65 to 85 minutes, including optional breaks. Typed-response scenarios allow 3.5 minutes to answer both questions.
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Vancouver Island University Bachelor of Education (Year One or Year Three Entry) Application Deadlines 2026-2027
- Apply through
- EducationPlannerBC
- Applications open
- October 1, 2026
- Application fee
- $46.98 domestic; $156.06 international
| What | When |
|---|---|
| Year One and Year Three application deadline | January 31, 2027upcoming |
| Required-document deadline | February 15, 2027upcoming |
| Year One secondary-school completion transcript | July 31, 2027upcoming |
Late applications are not accepted; submit early because Year One may fill before the deadline. Separate applications are needed for separate program options.
Eligibility Requirements for Vancouver Island University Bachelor of Education (Year One or Year Three Entry)
- Degree / credits
Year One applicants meet VIU's general academic admission requirements; Year Three applicants also need at least 48 acceptable post-secondary credits.
- Citizenship
Domestic and international application options are listed.
- Language proficiency
International applicants provide proof of VIU undergraduate English-language requirements if applicable.
Admission pathways
- Year One entry: Enter the face-to-face B.Ed. at Year One
- Year Three entry: Enter with at least 48 acceptable post-secondary credits
- Access Initiative: Eligible applicants from groups historically under-represented in BC teaching can apply; Indigenous Year One applicants use the Access Initiative form, while Year Three applicants use the Applicant Profile
Other requirements
- Official transcripts: Submit required secondary-school records and transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended, excluding VIU; issuing institutions send official transcripts to VIU
- Criminal record clearance: Complete VIU's requested BC Criminal Records Review Program process; a clearance letter is required before starting
- Computer: An up-to-date laptop with camera and microphone is essential
Selection Factors Vancouver Island University Considers
Prerequisites
| Course | Requirement |
|---|---|
| English 12 | Minimum C or equivalent Both entry routes |
| Pre-calculus 11 or Foundations of Mathematics 11 | Minimum C Alternatively, a pass in Pre-Calculus 12 or Foundations of Mathematics 12, or equivalent; both entry routes |
GPA
- How it is calculated
Year One uses high-school grades; Year Three uses up to 60 most recently completed credits.
- Minimum
- 2.33 (C+) to be considered
The applicant calculation differs from the general program page's separate 48-credit calculation for progression by enrolled students.
Supplementary application
Year Three applicants complete an Applicant Profile in their VIU Student Record after applying; Year One applicants do not need one. The profile documents how applicants meet BC teacher-certification requirements.
How applicants are ranked
Year One ranking combines English and math requirements (40%) with Casper (60%); offers are first qualified, first offered. Year Three ranking combines GPA (60%) with Casper (40%); complete applications are reviewed beginning in February, with offers made in one batch. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
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Start Practicing FreeCurriculum at Vancouver Island University Bachelor of Education (Year One or Year Three Entry)
- Program length
- Five years from Year One; entry is also available at Year Three.
- Structure
The face-to-face program has three pre-professional years followed by two professional years of teacher-education coursework and practica.
- Campuses
- Nanaimo
It prepares candidates for elementary teaching (K-7), incorporating First Peoples Principles of Learning, curriculum instruction and field experience.
Campus and facilities
The Year One and Year Three intakes are offered at the Nanaimo campus. VIU lists a separate dispersed-delivery option with its next intake in 2029; it is not a Year Three campus option for this intake.
Tuition and Funding at Vancouver Island University
- Domestic Year 1 total: $6,229.00
- Domestic Year 2 total: $6,229.00
- Domestic Year 3 total: $5,551.56
- Domestic Year 4 total: $8,761.52
- Domestic Year 5 total: $9,207.76
- International Year 1 and Year 2 total: $25,998.10 each
- International Year 3 total: $17,413.02
- International Year 4 total: $32,484.44
- International Year 5 total: $34,248.62
VIU's displayed annual totals include listed student fees; Year Three through Year Five totals also include estimated books and supplies. Costs vary with course load and type, and fees may change without notice.
How to Prepare Your Vancouver Island University Bachelor of Education (Year One or Year Three Entry) Application
- Check the English and math entry requirements
- Ask VIU advising to review planned Year Three credits
- Apply through EducationPlannerBC early
- Register for the correct Canadian Teacher's Education Casper using your VIU number
- Arrange official transcripts and, for Year Three, complete the Applicant Profile
- Check VIU Student Record and email for application steps
Frequently Asked Questions About Vancouver Island University Bachelor of Education (Year One or Year Three Entry)
Can I enter in Year Three?
Yes, with at least 48 acceptable post-secondary credits.
Is Casper required?
Yes, for both routes.
Which Casper test?
Canadian Teacher's Education, CSP-10209.
Is an Applicant Profile required?
Yes for Year Three; no for Year One.
Where do I apply?
Through EducationPlannerBC.
Are offers rolling?
Year One is first qualified, first offered; Year Three offers are made in one batch.
Sources
- Bachelor of Education | Vancouver Island University
- The Casper Test - B.Ed. Years One and Three | Vancouver Island University
- Teacher Education Programs: Application Checklist for Fall 2027 Intake
- Admission Requirements | Vancouver Island University
- Advising: Undergraduate programs (initial teacher education) | Vancouver Island University
Last updated: September 26, 2026