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2012 UNDERGRADUATE VIEWBOOK THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA CANAdA VANCOUVER OkANAgAN
Vancouver campus: surrounded by ocean, mountains, and forest
CONTENTs
2 CONNECT HERE gO ANYwHERE
4 Ideas
6 People
8 Place
10 Maps
11 CAMPUS gUIdE 12 Our campuses
12 Vancouver campus
13 Okanagan campus
14 Everything you need
to thrive
16 Living on campus
18 Sports, recreation,
and clubs
20 PROgRAMS ANd AdMISSIONS gUIdE
22 How to apply
26 Academic programs
26 Vancouver campus
28 Okanagan campus
29 General admission
requirements
30 Faculty requirements for
Canadian school systems
30 Vancouver campus
34 Okanagan campus
36 Faculty requirements
for international
school systems
36 Vancouver campus
38 Okanagan campus
40 English Language
Admission Standard
41 Tuition and financial
planning
43 UBC AT A gLANCE
WELCOME TO ONE OF THE TOP 40 UNIVERsITIEsIN THE WORLD.
CONNECT TO IDEAs Education is about more than just textbooks, labs, and lectures. Here,
students work directly with professors and researchers on real-world
challenges—and many innovative solutions come from students
themselves. As a leading research university, UBC is where you’ll put
your education into action and help develop exciting ideas that have
the potential to change lives.
CONNECT TO PEOPLE From across Canada and around the globe, notable scientists, scholars,
artists, writers, and students are drawn here. They bring with them
diverse perspectives that will become part of your experience, just as
you’ll become a part of theirs. While it’s true that UBC professors are
leaders in their fields, students here learn not only from their professors,
but also from each other. And after graduation, you’ll be connected to a
global alumni network of over 250,000 people in over 140 countries.
CONNECT TO PLACE Both UBC campuses are part of thriving communities that stimulate
the mind unlike anywhere else. Vancouver is a cosmopolitan city
renowned for its vibrant culture in a setting of coastal beauty. The
Okanagan Valley is a sunny region of lakes and mountains—a scenic
backdrop for arts festivals and year-round outdoor recreation. But
these campuses are just starting points, thanks to the kinds of local
opportunities and international connections that UBC provides.
• Comprehensive public research university
• Four-year undergraduate (bachelor) degrees
• Instruction in English
• Almost 32,000 undergraduate students at
the Vancouver campus
• Over 6,500 undergraduate students at the
Okanagan campus
FACTs
University Centre, Okanagan campus
UBC Is WHERE YOU’LL CONNECT TO YOUR FUTURE. At UBC, you’re connected to ideas that win international recognition. You collaborate with some of the brightest minds from across Canada and over 140 countries around the globe. You gain inspiration from living in a place of amazing geographic and cultural diversity.
Consistently ranked as one of the top 40 universities in the world, UBC is a truly unique experience. It’s where academics, research, people, and location come together to help you shape your future—your education, your career, and your experiences. UBC will help you connect to the person you want to become.
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SUSTAINABLE THINkINgUBC has set one of the most ambitious agendas on emissions and
sustainability of any university in the world, with the highest rating
among Canadian universities in the U.S.-based College Sustainability
Report Card. The UBC Climate Action Plan aims to reduce greenhouse
gas emissions to 60% below 2007 levels by 2020, and to eliminate
them entirely by 2050. Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to
factor ecological, social, and economic consequences into all of their
personal, academic, and professional decisions.
UNdERgRAdUATE STUdENT RESEARCHIt isn’t just about opportunities to listen and learn. It’s about becoming a
part of the conversation. As an undergraduate at UBC, you’ll have the
opportunity to contribute to practical, hands-on research. Undergraduate
Research Awards encourage students to begin finding innovative
solutions to many of the issues we face today. And no matter what
your field of study, the annual Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Research
Conference will give you a forum to present your research findings,
analysis, or case study to the academic community.
INTERdISCIPLINARY LEARNINgAt UBC, you are encouraged to bridge your studies across disciplines.
The Irving K. Barber School of Arts & Sciences encompasses two
fields in one integrated learning environment. Arts One, Science One,
Engineering One, and other interdisciplinary programs explore traditional
subject matter through a rich variety of new perspectives.
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre
wINNINg THE wAR ON HIVThe research led by UBC Clinical Associate,
Professor Evan Wood, has helped
substantially reduce HIV transmission
and drug overdose rates. That’s why the
British Medical Journal named him 2010
Junior Doctor of the Year, from a field of
100 high-achieving physicians.
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wORk AT UBC LEd TO A NOBEL PRIzE IN CHEMISTRYWhen Dr. Michael Smith received a Nobel
Prize in 1993 for his contributions to genetic
engineering, it was a mark of excellence for
his work, his team, and his university. Today,
the laboratory that bears his name is a leading
facility in the field.
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STUdENT CREATES BRILLIANT NEw PATINASWhile artificial patinas are valued for giving
an antique look to metals, they often use
highly toxic materials. UBC student, Ashley
Devantier, knew she could do better. She
brought art and science together to invent
a rainbow of less toxic alternatives.
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REsEARCH & INNOVATION CULTURE & CREATIVITY sUsTAINABILITY
ECOLOgICAL FOOTPRINT wAS BORN AT UBCIn 1990, Dr. William Rees and doctoral
student Mathis Wackernagel introduced
a new way to measure human demands
on the planet. Their Ecological Footprint
analysis is now a routine method used for
thinking and talking about sustainability.
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• Over $549 million in research funds (2010)
• Ranks ahead of MIT and Stanford in U.S. patents filed and start-ups formed per US$100 million of research funding
• Each year, Celebrate Research Week invites all students to attend free lectures by Nobel laureates
• Consistently ranked among the top 40 universities worldwide (Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities; Times Higher Education Supplement)
• Six Rhodes Scholars in the last six years
• Over 99% of full-time professors have PhDs—the highest rate in Canada
• 18 faculties, 14 schools, 3 colleges
• 187 undergraduate programs, 150 master’s programs, 95 doctoral programs
• In 1997, became Canada’s first university with a sustainable development policy
• Opened Canada’s first Sustainability Office in 1998
• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 25% over the past 16 years
• 300 courses include sustainability-related content
• UBC Sustainability Pledge is an initiative for students, faculty, and staff to inspire action toward sustainable living
FACTs
FACTs
FACTs
IDEAs AT UBC, YOU’RE CONNECTED TO sOME OF THE MOsT TALKED-ABOUT IDEAs IN THE WORLD.Great ideas come out of UBC. Something inspiring happens in a culture that fosters academic rigour and creativity. UBC is full of students and professors who are collaborative, innovative, and open to new ways of thinking. So you’ll not only be exposed to ideas that have an impact on local and global communities, you’ll become a part of them—and even create your own.
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UNdERgRAdUATE SOCIETIESMost faculties at UBC have undergraduate societies or student
associations that bring people together, inside and outside of the
classroom. Every year, for example, the Engineering Undergraduate
Society invites student teams to compete in engineering challenges.
Past challenges have included human-powered helicopters
and submarines.
STUdENT SPACESWhen you have a busy student schedule, having a comfortable home
away from home is important. At UBC’s on-campus gathering spaces,
you can eat lunch, spend time with classmates, and study in a relaxing
atmosphere. Some spaces like the International Student Collegium
on the Okanagan campus or the First Nations Longhouse on the
Vancouver campus are designed especially for the needs of specific
student groups, but everyone is welcome.
MEET YOUR CLASSMATESVisit UBC online and watch students talk about their university
experiences, including what they love about learning here.
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PROFESSOR LEAdS IN HIS FIELd AS wELL AS IN THE CLASSROOMYou might expect the man who designed
Canada’s first space telescope to be
intimidating, but Dr. Jaymie Matthews earned
two prestigious teaching awards with his
easygoing and approachable teaching
style—both in the classroom and in the lab.
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CANAdIAN ALUMNUS TAkES HER UBC EdUCATION FARWhen she was going to high school in
Calgary, Simin Radmanesh probably didn’t
imagine she’d one day be a deputy editor with
The Economist, reporting to the CEO. But
that’s been just one step in her journey from
UBC’s Sauder School of Business.
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NOBEL LAUREATE REINVENTS HOw SCIENCE IS TAUgHTThe Science Education Initiative, founded by
Nobel laureate, Dr. Carl Wieman, is changing
the way science and other subjects are
taught at UBC. A study in the journal Science
has shown its pioneering approach is nearly
twice as effective as traditional methods.
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NURSINg gRAdUATE IMPROVES THE LIVES OF wOMEN IN AFRICA A graduate of the Okanagan campus, Vida
Yakong is hard at work studying reproductive
health in Ghana. Vida spearheads Project
GROW, which aims to improve the health
and economic situation of women in the
northern villages of Nyobok and Nksenzie.
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INTERNATIONAL IMPACTTEACHING EXCELLENCE
Vancouver campus: 32,000 undergraduate students Okanagan campus: 6,500 undergraduate students
• Students come from across Canada and over 140 countries
• 11.9% of Vancouver students and 21.2% of Okanagan students are from other Canadian provinces and territories
• 15.7% of Vancouver students and 7.4% of Okanagan students are international
• Over 90% of first-year, full-time students go on to second year
Teaching
• Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
• Average first-year class size: 105 students
• Average fourth-year class size: 32 students
• Average lab, seminar, and discussion group size: 26 students
Alumni
• 250,000 active alumni in over 140 countries
• Two Prime Ministers of Canada are alumni, including Canada’s first woman prime minister
• To help build networks and develop leadership, UBC’s Tri-Mentoring program matches upper-year students with a faculty or industry mentor and a lower-year student
FACTs
FACTs
GREAT IDEAs COME FROM THE CONNECTIONs BETWEEN GREAT PEOPLE.UBC is where great people are accessible and approachable. Here, you’ll be connected to a diverse community involved in leading-edge work, which includes professors, researchers, and students, as well as a globe-spanning alumni network.
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LOCAL ANd gLOBAL OPPORTUNITIESAn education at UBC reaches far beyond the campus through local and
global experiences. UBC Learning Exchange gives you the power to make
a difference in the local community while Go Global lets you meet degree
requirements through volunteering, working, or studying at one of 168
partner universities in 38 countries. And with UBC Co-operative Education,
you can combine your studies with paid work experience in your field.
connectionsforlife.ubc.ca/programs-and-resources.html VANCOUVER CAMPUSUBC’s Vancouver campus is located on traditional territory long inhabited
by the Musqueam people. Generations taught their culture and history to
Musqueam youth right here on these lands. Today, that tradition continues,
and with a student population of over 40,000, the campus is like a
picturesque little city. With popular beaches, international food, and a lively
social scene, the campus is so easy to live on that some students say they
hardly need to leave.
When you do want to venture off campus, hop on a bus and within
30 minutes you’ll be in downtown Vancouver—one of the most culturally
diverse cities in North America, filled with world-class recreational and
cultural attractions. Continue just beyond the city and you’ll find yourself in
some of the most stunning scenery in the world, including famed mountain
resorts such as Whistler Blackcomb.
OkANAgAN CAMPUSThe Okanagan campus is on the traditional territory of the Okanagan
people, whose spirit of stewardship for the land is maintained in UBC’s
respect for sustainability. Studying at the Okanagan campus means you’ve
chosen an intimate, student-centred environment with new state-of-the-art
facilities, all built to the highest sustainability standards. In no time at all,
you’ll recognize lots of friendly faces on campus.
Surrounded by vineyards and orchards, the campus is in Kelowna. It’s one
of Canada’s friendliest and liveliest smaller cities, right at the centre of a
popular recreational region. During the brilliant summers, you can explore
long stretches of lakeside sandy beaches and endless trails for mountain
biking. In the winter, ideal skiing and snowboarding conditions draw people
from all around the world to mountain resorts such as Big White and
Silver Star.
Vancouver campus Okanagan campus Vancouver Okanagan Lake
THUNdERBIRd ATHLETE HOLdS wORLd SwIMMINg RECORd She competed at the 2008 Beijing Summer
Olympics, and she’s already known to
swimming fans across the world as the
world record holder in the 200-metre-long
course breaststroke. But UBC Thunderbird
Annamay Pierse is just getting started.
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STUdENT BRINgS SAFETY TO BIg MOUNTAIN AIRAfter a snowboarding accident left him
paralyzed from the neck down, 25-year-old
Aaron Coret had an idea that would let others
try big tricks without risking big injuries.
His invention, the Landing Pad, is now
found in mountain resorts all over the world.
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UBC dEVELOPS NORTH AMERICA’S gREENEST BUILdINgNew to the Vancouver campus, the Centre
for Interactive Research on Sustainability is
a unique building. It doesn’t just set a new
standard for energy and water use—it also
serves as a living laboratory for exploring
ways to set the bar even higher.
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FROM A UBC LAB, A TINY TREE IS TACkLINg wORLd HUNgEROne breadfruit tree can mean up to 200
kilograms of nutritious food per year, but
the trees are tough to cultivate. From her
Okanagan lab, Dr. Susan Murch is working
with researchers and UBC students to grow
and distribute the trees on a large scale.
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REsEARCH & INNOVATIONsPORTs INTERNATIONALsUsTAINABILITY
Vancouver city population: 2.1 million
Kelowna city population: over 100,000
• 168 study-exchange partner universities in 38 countries
• International volunteer opportunities currently in six countries
• Co-operative education in most programs
• The Student Leadership Conference is UBC’s largest student-run conference, where more than 1,200 delegates lead peer-to-peer learning experiences and connect with alumni and faculty
FACTs
FACTs
PLACECAMPUsEs sHOULD BE PLACEs THAT sTIMULATE THE MIND, WHILE CHALLENGING YOU TO GET OUT THERE AND TAKE ON THE WORLD.Life at UBC offers choices at every turn. You can begin by choosing a big campus in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, or a smaller campus in a friendly city where you’ll quickly become part of a supportive community. Vancouver and the Okanagan both have relatively mild climates and diverse surroundings—you’ll be inspired by all the wonderful things to see and do. With a range of academic exchange, co-operative education, community engagement, and international volunteer programs, you’ll quickly find that UBC campuses are places from which you can start a journey to anywhere.
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BEIJING10.5 HOURS
TOKYO9.75 HOURS
HONG KONG11.5 HOURS
SYDNEY18.5 HOURS
VANCOUVER
SEATTLE1 HOUR
KELOWNA
TORONTO5 HOURS
NEW YORK5 HOURS
MEXICO CITY5.5 HOURS
SÃO PAULO15 HOURS
JOHANNESBURG20 HOURS
NAIROBI18 HOURS
ABU DHABI17 HOURS
NEW DELHI20 HOURS
MOSCOW15 HOURSLONDON
9.5 HOURS
LOS ANGELES2.5 HOURS
EDMONTON1 HOUR
CALGARY1 HOUR
ALBERTA
SEATTLE1 HOUR
PORTLAND
VANCOUVER1 HOUR KELOWNA
BRITISH COLUMBIA
WASHINGTON STATE
VANCOUVER ISLAND
VICTORIA
OREGON
IDAHO
MONTANA
PACIFIC OCEAN
CANADA/U.S. BORDER
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, Vancouver campus
There’s a lot to explore on UBC’s two campuses: the Museum of Anthropology, which is Canada’s largest teaching museum; TRIUMF®, one of the world’s leading subatomic physics laboratories; the 22 branches of the UBC Library, with a collection of over 12 million items; or the Charles E. Fipke Centre for Innovative Research, which uses an advanced geothermal energy-saving system.
Here are three ways you can explore what interests you at UBC:
Virtual toursTake an online tour of both campuses:• Vancouver campus: students.ubc.
ca/youbc/va/virtualtour• Okanagan campus: students.ubc.
ca/youbc/ok/virtualtour
Mobile appBrowse photos, watch videos, create a youbc account, and check out maps and campus events with the UBC mobile app:• itunes.com/apps/
universityofbritishcolumbia
In personIf you’re able to come to Vancouver or the Okanagan, register for a free campus tour at:• you.ubc.ca/ubc/tour/
campustours.ezc
GET TO KNOW YOUR CAMPUs
FLIGHT TIMEs TO VANCOUVERTransfer might be required
FLIGHT TIMEs TO KELOWNA
It’s true that there’s no substitute for being here in person. But this guide will introduce you to what it’s like to study and live here, and help to prepare you for the journey you’re about to begin.
12 THE VANCOUVER AND OKANAGAN CAMPUsEs14 EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO THRIVE16 LIVING ON CAMPUs18 sPORTs, RECREATION, AND CLUBs
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Okanagan campus Vancouver campus
Boating, swimming, waterskiing,
and other water sports are
popular all summer long.
The waterfront offers outdoor
yoga, volleyball games, and miles
of parkland right in the city.
Enjoy ice skating, skiing, and
snowboarding in the winter,
with three outstanding mountain
resorts—Big White®, Silver
Star, and Apex—all within one
hour’s drive from campus.
Visit the cultural district
and downtown Kelowna for
cafés, shops, artist studios
and galleries, independent
bookstores, and local theatres.
Cycle, hike, or rock climb
around Knox Mountain or the
Kettle Valley Railway Trestles for
panoramic views of the region.
Hike, mountain bike, ski,
snowboard, and snowshoe
at nearby Grouse, Seymour,
and Cypress mountains.
UBC students have their own
lodge at the world-renowned
Whistler Blackcomb mountain
resort, available as a low-cost
getaway.
Visit trendy neighbourhoods
such as Kitsilano, Gastown,
and Yaletown for shops,
restaurants, and cafés;
Granville Island for the
city’s biggest public market;
Commercial Drive for a variety
of Italian or Mexican food; and
Chinatown for summer night
markets and the Chinese New
Year Parade.
Explore the city’s many
museums, art galleries, music
venues, cinemas, and theatres.
Cheer on a top-tier professional
sports team, including the
Vancouver Whitecaps (soccer),
the Vancouver Canucks®
(hockey), and the BC Lions®
(Canadian football).
Try sea kayaking, whale
watching, surfing, or
whitewater rafting, all within
city limits or hours of the city.
Skiing near Vancouver Downtown Kelowna
THINGs TO DO THINGs TO DO
Buses to all areas of Kelowna leave frequently from the campus bus loop. An unlimited transit pass, called the U-Pass, is included in your student fees. There are also dedicated bike routes and on-campus parking.
Vancouver enjoys a temperate climate with many sunny days and mild winters. Sure, it rains here—but that’s why it’s so green. When the sun is out the views will stop you in your tracks.
Summer Average Winter Average 19° C (66° F) 4.5° C (40° F)
In the summer, Kelowna is sunny, warm and dry, with an average of 2,000 hours of sunshine. The winters are cool, with high-elevation conditions that make for fantastic skiing and snowboarding.
Summer Average Winter Average 25° C (77° F ) -1° C (30° F)
GETTING AROUND
WEATHER WEATHER
UBC encourages all students to choose sustainable transit options. And there are plenty to choose from. Your student fees include an unlimited transit pass called the U-Pass. With 14 bus routes from UBC, as well as dedicated bike lanes and on-campus parking for car-poolers, getting around is easy.
GETTING AROUND
SEA TO SkY COUNTRY UBC’s Vancouver campus rises from the ocean’s edge on the Point Grey
peninsula, and is surrounded by 750 hectares (1,800 acres) of forest parkland.
Yet it’s also close to everything: you can go from exploring a rainforest trail in
Pacific Spirit Park to relaxing on Jericho Beach, to shopping on popular Robson
Street, all in one day.
Vancouver itself is a safe and vibrant metropolis, consistently rated one of
the best places to live in the world. It was the host city of the 2010 Olympic
and Paralympic Winter Games. It’s also strikingly diverse, with 40% of the
population having been born outside Canada. Add world-class recreational
and cultural attractions, and give it a spectacular setting between the Pacific
Ocean and the towering Coast Mountains, and what you get is the full
Vancouver experience.
LANd OF SUNSHINE As the largest city in the always-sunny Okanagan Valley, Kelowna provides
UBC’s Okanagan campus with a compact and relaxed community offering
the benefits of city living. Kelowna is a one-hour flight from Vancouver,
Calgary, and Seattle, or a scenic four-hour drive from Vancouver.
As one of Canada’s top tourist destinations, the Okanagan Valley features a
135-kilometre (85-mile) lake that draws many visitors for relaxation and play.
It’s a diverse natural region, with sandy beaches, rolling hills, organic farms
and gardens, dramatic orchards, and snow-capped mountains—so there’s
something to look forward to all year round. Kelowna is also home to a rich
cultural scene with a wealth of galleries, museums, theatres, studios, and
unique shops.
VANCOUVER OKANAGAN
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Longhouse, Vancouver campus Nsyilxcen street signs, Okanagan campus
BROOkE BAILEY
“I got to meet and work with people from all over the world who want to make a difference… The connections you make are amazing.”
Like many at UBC, alumnus Brooke Bailey
believes that travel is an indispensable part
of education. That’s why she applied for a
travel subsidy that would let her supplement
her studies with an overseas volunteering
experience.
After exploring what seemed like countless
options, she chose a conservation
organization called Edge of Africa. In
South Africa, Brooke worked alongside
conservationists feeding baby elephants,
tracking cheetahs, and giving medical care
to a giraffe. It was exactly the kind of hands-
on experience she needed to cement her
plans to study veterinary medicine.
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ELLE-MÁIJÁ APINISkIM TAILFEATHERS
“I learned invaluable skills and worked with an amazingly supportive team; I’ll carry those memories for the rest of my life.”
When Máijá came to UBC, she quickly found
a community at the First Nations Longhouse.
There, a Work Study position as a communi-
cations assistant let her hone her filmmaking
skills while making global connections.
In fact, Máijá’s experience has been all about
connecting people. Last year, she and seven
other students organized the first Global
Indigenous Conference, generating dialogue
on issues common to Indigenous peoples.
Now she’s building on that dialogue with
“Bloodland,” her short film about the impact
of oil exploration on the Kainai (Blood)
Nation in Alberta.
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HOME COUNTRY Canada
PROGRAM Biology, Irving K. Barber School of Arts & Sciences
ACTIVITIEs Wildlife management and Varsity Outdoors Club
HOME COUNTRY Canada
PROGRAM First Nations Studies, with a minor in Women’s and Gender Studies
ACTIVITIEs Global Indigenous Conference
sTUDENT PROFILE sTUDENT PROFILE
Student orientations Imagine (Vancouver) and Create (Okanagan) orientation programs help you get to know the people, places, activities, and resources on campus. If you’re new to Canada, you’ll also learn about study permits, entry visas, health insurance, and employment during GALA and Jump Start.
Academic support and resources Connect with professors, instructors, and teaching assistants, and learn about programs, workshops, and online resources that are designed to support your academic success.
International House, First Nations Longhouse, and the Collegia UBC provides dedicated spaces on both campuses where students can get peer support and make social connections.
Go Global, Co-operative Education, Learning Exchange Enrich your degree program: include competitively available Co-op Education, paid career-related employment for up to three terms, through all major faculties, including Arts; Go Global, for full credit study exchange at any of 168 partner institutions in 38 countries, or project volunteering overseas; and Learning Exchange, involvement in the local community.
Access and diversity UBC is an inclusive environment in which all students can thrive, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability-related barriers. Extensive library and learning resources are available to support individual student needs.
For more information, visit connectionsforlife.ubc.ca/support-for-students.html
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO THRIVEAt UBC, you’ll make connections with students from all over the world. whether from Canada or Qatar, America or Argentina, Sweden or Singapore, you’ll share the passion to learn, and the mutual respect in which to thrive. You’ll also find every opportunity to succeed, with a wide range of student programs to support you and accessible professors to inspire you.
CULTURAL dIVERSITYCanadians are an ethnically and culturally varied group, and students from over
140 countries around the world attend UBC. That means the UBC experience
is a culturally diverse one, built on respect and inclusion. Both campuses
offer social and cultural clubs and centres that help students from a variety of
backgrounds connect. The Aboriginal community—made up of First Nations,
Inuit, and Métis students from across the country—is also very active here, with
cultural, social, and academic events happening throughout the year. There are
dedicated website portals for Aboriginal students at aboriginal.ubc.ca and
ubc.ca/okanagan/students/aboriginal
HEALTH ANd wELLNESSLive well, learn well. Your physical and mental well-being are keys to your
academic success, and UBC is dedicated to making sure that every student
has a set of those keys. All students have convenient access to health clinics
on campus, together with other services necessary to maintain your well-being,
including confidential counselling services, peer-led wellness workshops,
a variety of health initiatives, plus a wealth of online resources.
SAFETYAmong North American cities, Vancouver and Kelowna enjoy some of the safest
and highest-quality living environments. On campus, UBC takes a pro-active
approach to safety. With programs such as Safewalk (in which volunteer teams
walk with students around campus at night) and the campus blue phones (which
immediately connect students to campus security at the push of a button), UBC
strives to ensure that students can live, study, and play safely.
RELIgIONAs a public university, UBC is a secular institution. Its students practise a range of
faiths and forms of religious expression. Opportunities for religious observance are
available under the guidance of the UBC Chaplains, representing Muslim, Jewish,
Christian, Unitarian/Universalist, and Baha’i faiths. Multi-faith spaces and student
groups provide many further opportunities.
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Cascades residence, Okanagan campus
Marine Drive residence, Vancouver campus
SUUd NAHdI
“The Okanagan campus is a small community, and that’s where its magic lies.”
Suud had a head start at UBC, taking
second-year courses in his first year. At the
Aga Khan high school in Tanzania, he received
advanced credit as part of the International
Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.
Suud comes from a small community, and
enjoys the intimate size of the Okanagan
campus and the personal attention he gets
from his professors. Living in the spacious
residences certainly helped him get settled
and make lots of good friends quickly.
He also found the time to organize the first
ever Africa Awareness Week on campus.
His efforts were recognized with the
Outstanding Student Leader of the Year
Award for helping to enhance student life.
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HOME COUNTRY Tanzania
PROGRAM Biochemistry, with a medical concentration, Irving K. Barber School of Arts & Sciences
ACTIVITIEs Africa Awareness Week, Arab Student Association
sTUDENT PROFILE
In every residence you’ll find Residence Advisors (RAs) to help answer your questions and provide advice on living at UBC. The RAs also plan a variety of events to help residents meet new people, try new activities, and learn new skills.
For more information visit www.housing.ubc.ca
REsIDENCE sUPPORT
LIVING ON CAMPUsLiving on campus is a great way to experience UBC. You’ll get to know people quickly and make friends right away. Both campuses have student lounges and fitness centres, easy internet access, and a choice of meal plans for students living in residences. Residence Life staff and activities will support your success—plus, you’ll be close to all the other activities, clubs, and resources your campus offers.
OkANAgAN CAMPUS RESIdENCES
The Okanagan campus offers a variety of options including traditional single
rooms, studios, one-bedroom apartments, and four-bedroom (quad) apartments.
All are conveniently located close to all classes and student services. Room
assignments come with a single bed, desk, chair, and closet, and some have
additional furnishings and kitchen facilities in which to cook your meals.
dININg
There are a wide variety of places for you to eat on campus, including the
Sunshine Café in the Administration Building and the new Green Thread Market
Kitchen, a sustainability-focused café in the University Centre. Coffee shops,
juice bars, and sandwich shops are also available. Food services on campus use
locally sourced ingredients whenever possible and only serve Fair Trade coffee.
It’s all convenient and accessible, thanks to your flexible meal plans.
VANCOUVER CAMPUS RESIdENCES Most first-year students live in the Place Vanier or Totem Park residences.
These are shared or single rooms, and you have the option of co-ed or
single-sex residences. All room assignments include a single bed, desk,
chair, and bookshelves. Students in upper years can choose from apartment
and townhouse-style residences that include kitchen facilities in which to
cook your meals.
dININg Flexible meal plans for students in residence make it convenient to eat on
campus when and where you want. Dining rooms offer a varied and ever-
changing menu with options for everyone, including vegetarians, vegans, and
students with special dietary requirements. UBC’s dining services use free-
range eggs, local poultry and milk, locally roasted Fair Trade organic coffee,
and other locally sourced ingredients, where possible. Explore the campus
and you’ll find 30 other food service locations serving up sushi, falafels, pub
food, sandwiches, and more.
“There are so many different clubs and fun events year-round on campus. Joining a club is a great way to meet people and make friends. I joined the Aikido Club; it was hard, but it was a lot of fun. during winter there are ski trips to Big white or Silver Star. In summer there are trips to Osoyoos for Aboriginal study. If you want to participate, there is always something to do.”
Tony Ge, Student
“Residence advisors help ease the transition into university life for incoming students by planning community programs that encourage residents to learn, grow, and make friends. Advisors provide ongoing support throughout the school year to residents by raising awareness about the myriad campus resources, and providing assistance in dealing with personal, academic, and administrative concerns.”
Kaleigh Nevin, Residence Advisor
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NATHAN LEE
“In my first year, after some really cool biology and physics classes, I had a few great professors point me toward biophysics.”
Having grown up in Richmond, British
Columbia, Nathan’s choice to attend UBC
was an easy one. It wasn’t just because
the University is nearby, however. Nathan
wanted the broadest possible experience,
one that would allow him to find his true
passion with a wide selection of leading-
edge science programs.
That’s exactly how things worked out.
By getting involved first with the Science
Undergraduate Society, and then with the
Biophysics Student Society, Nathan found
himself with a close group of friends and
classmates who shared his academic as
well as his personal interests.
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CHRISTINE REFFO
“Coming to UBC, I would absolutely recommend that you get involved. It’s so much fun and you meet a ton of people.”
You might find Christine in the Student
Recreation Centre, but she’s more likely
to be spotted at one of the many events
UBC hosts throughout the year. As a
director with UBC REC, Christine is
actively involved in Storm the Wall, North
America’s largest intramural event in
which 2,500 UBC students swim, sprint,
bike, run, and climb over a 12-foot wall.
With her involvement in UBC REC,
Christine gains invaluable management
skills and experience leading teams,
which help to enhance her education in
the Sauder School of Business.
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HOME COUNTRY Canada
PROGRAM Honours in Biophysics, Faculty of Science
ACTIVITIEs Science Undergraduate Society, Biophysics Student Society, Tennis Club
HOME COUNTRY Italy
PROGRAM Sauder School of Business
ACTIVITIEs UBC REC
sTUDENT PROFILE sTUDENT PROFILE
• Day of the Longboat, a 10-person voyageur canoe race
• UBC Triathlon Duathlon, North America’s largest indoor triathlon
• Storm the Wall, the biggest intramural event in North America
• Lace Up for Kids, an ice-skating fundraiser for BC Children’s Hospital
• Okanagan Cycling Expo, a three-day event that raises awareness of cycling as an alternate means of transportation
• Dance Club
• Ski and Board Club
• Sociology Course Union
• Cycling Club
• Model United Nations Society
• Film Society
• Undergraduate Research Society
EVENT HIGHLIGHTs
FEATURED CLUBs AND COURsE UNIONs
VARSITY Our 37 varsity athletic teams have claimed 95 championships—the highest of
any Canadian university. If you’re a sports fan, that’s a lot of reasons to come
cheer them on throughout the year. If you’re an athlete, that’s a lot of reasons
to look forward to open tryouts at the start of the season.
RECREATION
Both of our campuses have a wide selection of intramurals, leagues,
tournaments, and special events. As one of Canada’s largest university
recreational programs, UBC REC on the Vancouver campus manages more
than 30 annual special events, leagues in eight sports and over 50 fitness,
dance, and martial arts classes. The Okanagan campus also features a growing
number of programs that celebrate its unique spirit.
CLUBS ANd COURSE UNIONS With over 300 student-run clubs and course unions spread across both
campuses, you will find plenty of people who share some of your unique
interests. Explore a diverse range of areas including academics, community
service, cultural identity, arts and performance, political and social action,
science, and special interest groups. And in the unlikely event that you can’t
find what you’re looking for, you can always consider starting your own through
your student union.
sPORTs, RECREATION, AND CLUBsAt UBC, you’ll quickly discover many ways to get involved. whether you’re interested in sports, recreational activities, clubs, or the fine arts, you’ll put the principles of leadership and teamwork into action—building skills as vital as those learned in the classroom. with hundreds of clubs and dozens of varsity and recreational athletic teams, if you can think of it, you’ll find it at UBC.
SPORTSFrom Olympic champions to professional sports superstars, UBC connects
you to its tradition of sporting excellence. The University has produced 195
Olympic athletes, won 22 national swimming titles in the last 13 years, and
claimed multiple championships in basketball, golf, soccer, volleyball, rowing,
and field hockey over the past decade. With the only Canadian university
baseball program, UBC boasts a list of Major League Baseball draftees that
includes 2008 World Series opener Jeff Francis.
FACILITIES
Our world-class sports facilities include an aquatic centre, gymnasium, winter
sports centre (which was a venue for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic
Winter Games), football stadium, recreation centre, rowing centre and
boathouse, tennis centre, all-weather baseball diamond, synthetic turf
running facility, and field sports ground.
UBC Vancouver Thunderbirds
Compete in Canadian Interuniversity Sport or
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics.
UBC Okanagan Heat
Compete in Canadian
Interuniversity Sport.
Basketball
Golf
Rugby
Soccer
Volleyball
Baseball (men’s)
Basketball
Cross-country
Field hockey
Football (men’s)
Golf
Ice hockey
Rowing
Rugby
Soccer
Softball (women’s)
Swimming
Track & field
Volleyball
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Faculty One of the University’s 18 major academic divisions, conducting research and teaching in its academic field (e.g., Faculty of Science, Faculty of Management). Each faculty is responsible for its degree programs, and for admitting students.
Program The academic study you need to achieve a specific degree, such as Bachelor of Commerce in the Sauder School of Business.
Major Defined areas of study in a given degree program, such as a major in Political Science, in the Bachelor of Arts program. Students decide on a major in either their second or third year.
Minor A defined subject of study outside a major, of sufficient credit value to be included in the final degree transcript as a minor. Some subjects are offered only as a minor, such as Medieval and Renaissance Studies.
Courses Classes of study with a specific topic focus. They are designated by year level: 100-level in first year, 200-level in second year, and so on. Degree programs specify core (required) courses, and also allow a number of free-choice (elective) courses.
Credits The value of individual courses, from one to six credits, which are combined to meet the minimum requirement for graduation in a program—usually 120 credits.
PROGRAM BAsICs
Getting into university requires careful preparation. This section shows you how to select your program and complete your application to UBC.
22 HOW TO APPLY (IN FIVE sTEPs)26 ACADEMIC PROGRAMs29 GENERAL ADMIssION REQUIREMENTs30 FACULTY REQUIREMENTs40 ENGLIsH LANGUAGE ADMIssION sTANDARD41 TUITION AND FINANCIAL PLANNING
PROGRAMs AND ADMIssIONs GUIDE
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CHOOSE YOUR PROgRAM ANd CAMPUSEach campus has a distinct range of degree programs. Take a look at
the listings on the following pages, and decide which program(s) on
which campus(es) interests you the most.
Vancouver campus programs: page 26
Okanagan campus programs: page 28
On your application to UBC you’ll be able to state a first and second
choice of program. It’s fine to select two programs in a different faculty
or campus. Your second choice won’t be considered unless you’re
unsuccessful in your first choice, so be sure to make the first choice
your preferred option.
UBC bachelor’s (undergraduate) degrees typically take four years to
complete, and most programs allow a lot of flexibility. There are several
optional first-year programs, and you’re encouraged to take elective
courses outside your faculty. In choosing your degree subject, you may
be able to take a multidisciplinary major, a dual degree, or an honours
program. Note that for most programs you do not need to choose a
specialization (major) right away.
To get to know UBC’s faculties in more detail,
visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/program.do
CHECk THE REQUIREMENTSYou need to meet the general, faculty, and English language
requirements in order to be considered for admission:
A. gENERAL AdMISSION REQUIREMENTSWith some slight differences between campuses, all programs share
the same basic requirements. These depend on the provincial or
international school system that you are completing or have completed.
For details, see page 29.
B. FACULTY REQUIREMENTSEvery faculty has specific requirements for the degree programs that
they offer. For specific requirements based on your school system and
campus, please see the following pages:
Canadian school systems, Vancouver campus: page 30
Canadian school systems, Okanagan campus: page 34
International school systems, Vancouver campus: page 36
International school systems, Okanagan campus: page 38
Faculties may have an optional or required supplemental application.
To find out about the programs that have supplemental admissions
processes, visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/shared/bba.ezc
C. ENgLISH LANgUAgE AdMISSION STANdARd (ELAS)
Since instruction at UBC is in English, all students must have sufficient
proficiency in the language.
For details, see page 40.
More details for all of these requirements are online at
you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/admissions.ezc and
you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/admissions.ezc
APPLY ONLINE ANd PAY THE FEEIf you wish to begin your studies in September 2012, you should apply
between September 2011 and January 31, 2012. Use your official
name (the one that appears on your birth certificate and/or passport).
You can apply online for your program and for housing at
you.ubc.ca/ubc/apply/applytoubc.ezc
ON-CAMPUS HOUSINgMany students are guaranteed a place in residence, provided they meet
the requirements outlined at www.housing.ubc.ca
If you plan to live in residence at UBC, you should apply for housing at
the same time you apply for admission. You can apply for housing until
May 1, 2012. Don’t wait until you receive an offer of admission from
UBC to apply for housing—that’ll be too late to reserve a spot. If you
are applying for housing on both campuses you are only required to pay
the housing application fee once.
APPLICATION FEESWhen you apply, you’ll need to pay a non-refundable application fee.
Admissions Application Fee*
Canadian citizens and permanent residents $61.20
International students (requiring a study permit) $102.00
Housing Application Fee
All applicants $50.00
*A few programs require additional admissions fees.
STUdENT NUMBER ANd LOgIN After submitting your online application, you will instantly get a UBC
student number as confirmation. Save this number for all future
communication with UBC. You will also create a Campus-Wide Login
(CWL) during the process. You can use it for a range of online student
services in the future.
UBC STUdenT nUmBer
Campus-Wide Login (CWL)
USernAme pASSWOrd
we welcome applications from well-qualified Canadian residents, international students, and Canadian students studying outside Canada. You should be aware that UBC receives many more applicants than the University can admit, and admission is competitive.
The Undergraduate Admissions office makes most offers of admission from January through May. You can help ensure a timely decision by submitting your application and supporting documentation as far in advance of the January 31, 2012 deadline as possible.
Applicants to UBC are evaluated on the basis of a broad range of criteria indicative of their readiness for university studies. These may include academic performance in specific courses, the strength of their overall program of studies, and other indicators of personal preparedness including demonstrated learning or aptitudes, community contributions, and activities both in and out of school.
HOW TO APPLY
sTEP 1 sTEP 2 sTEP 3
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SUBMIT YOUR REQUIREd dOCUMENTSWithin a couple of weeks of receiving your application, UBC will send
you an acknowledgement email letting you know which supporting
documents you must send in. The email will include deadlines
for submission.
The documentation that we require from you will depend on your
current school system and what program(s) you are applying to.
They may include:
Official transcripts
English proficiency test scores sent directly
from the testing agency
Optional or required supplemental applications
(To find out about the programs that have supplemental admissions
processes, visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/shared/bba.ezc)
STAY IN TOUCHIt’s important to keep communication lines open with UBC. We’ll
communicate with you through a variety of channels.
Student Service Centre (SSC)
Wondering what documents you still need to submit, or trying to confirm
if you were admitted? The online SSC has a range of services, including
your up-to-date application status. You will need to log in with your
CWL. Visit students.ubc.ca/ssc or okanagan.students.ubc.ca/ssc
This is how UBC will communicate with you, so check your inbox
regularly. Remember to use your email “safe list” to ensure that UBC
emails aren’t treated as junk mail.
Youbc
Regularly visit you.ubc.ca to find resources on the admissions process,
as well as events, deadlines, and campus news.
facebook.com/youbc
Connect with UBC advisors and current students about your questions.
twitter.com/youbc
Follow and get the latest news and updates for prospective students.
REVIEw ELIgIBILITY FOR AdVANCEd CREdIT UBC offers first-year credit to students with high academic
achievement in enriched secondary school programs such as the
International Baccalaureate (IB), French Baccalauréat, Advanced
Placement (AP), and the General Certificate of Education (GCE)
Advanced Levels.
To find out which courses are eligible, visit
you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/admissions.ezc or
you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/admissions.ezc
APPLY FOR A CANAdIAN STUdY PERMIT Unless you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada,
you will need a Canadian Study Permit in order to study at UBC.
Make your application only after you have been offered admission
at UBC.
You must apply for a Canadian Study Permit to
Citizenship and Immigration Canada. For details, visit
cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp
APPLICATION ANd dOCUMENT dEAdLINES Deadlines listed below refer to dates by which UBC must receive
material. Students are encouraged to submit their application and
documents as soon as they are available.
Applicants must submit their application by January 31, 2012.
Please see your confirmation email for deadlines to submit
required documents.
Housing applications must be submitted by May 1, 2012.
For a full list of deadlines and recommended dates,
visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/dates.ezc and
you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/dates.ezc
ACAdEMIC YEARWinter Session
Term 1: early September to late December
Term 2: early January to late April
If you want to start in September 2012, you should apply for the Winter Session.
Summer Session
Term 1: May to July
Term 2: July to mid-August
The maximum course load for the Summer Session in any calendar year is 12 credits. Not all programs are offered in the Summer Session, and course selection is limited.
AFTER YOU APPLY sCHEDULEs AND DEADLINEssTEP 4 sTEP 5
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sTEP 1
PROGRAMs OPTIONs
FACULTY OF denTISTrYUndergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Dental Science (BDSc)
Dental Hygiene
FACULTY OF medICIneUndergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLSc) third-year entry
Bachelor of Midwifery (BMw)
Medical Laboratory Science
Midwifery
FACULTY OF edUCATIOnUndergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Education (BEd)
Native Indian Teacher Education Program
•Additional programs available with fourth-year entry
SCHOOL OF mUSIC(within the Faculty of Arts)
Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Arts (BA) with a major in Music
Bachelor of Music (BMus)
Composition
General StudiesIncludes concentrations in Piano, Organ, Voice, Opera, Guitar, Harpsichord, Orchestral Instruments, Historical Musical Instruments, and Elementary & Secondary Education streams
Music Scholarship
PerformanceIncludes concentrations in Piano, Organ, Voice, Opera, Guitar, Harpsichord, and Orchestral Instruments
•Co-op Education (through Arts)•Major or minor in Arts•Minor in Commerce or Science•Dual degree in Science and Music
(six years)
FACULTY OF LAnd & FOOd SYSTemSUndergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Science(BSc Applied Biology)
Bachelor of Science(BSc Food, Nutrition & Health)
Bachelor of Science(BSc Global Resource Systems)
Applied Animal Biology
Applied Plant & Soil Sciences
Dietetics
Food & Environment
Food Market Analysis
Food, Nutrition & Health
Food Science
Global Resource Systems
Nutritional Sciences
•Co-op Education•Declare major in second year•Double major in Food and Nutritional
Sciences•Minor in Commerce or Kinesiology•Additional application requirements
for some programs
FACULTY OF SCIenCeUndergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Astronomy
Atmospheric Science
Biochemistry
Biology
Biophysics
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Cognitive Systems
Combined major in Science
Computer ScienceSoftware Engineering option; combined programs with other disciplines
Earth & Ocean Sciences
Environmental Sciences
General Science
Geographical Biogeosciences
Geological Sciences
Geophysics
Integrated Sciences
Mathematical Sciences
Mathematics
Mathematics & Economics
Microbiology & Immunology
Oceanography Specialization in Fisheries
Pharmacology
Physics
Physiology
PsychologyBSc with focus on biological basis of behaviour
Statistics
Statistics & Economics
•Co-op Education available for almost all majors
•Interdisciplinary first-year programs: Science One, Coordinated Science, & Sustainability Science
•Declare major in second year (Computer Science can be entered in first year)
•Double major, combined major, honours, combined honours, minor
•Dual degree in Science & Music or Science & Education
•Minors in Arts, Land & Food Systems, Kinesiology, Sauder School of Business, and Science
•Interdisciplinary options include Integrated Sciences, combined major in Science
pOST-BACCALAUreATe & prOFeSSIOnAL prOGrAmS
The post-baccalaureate and professional programs often require you to earn a specific number of credits or to complete your undergraduate degree before applying. Most health science programs are only open to applicants who are citizens or permanent residents of Canada. Please visit the appropriate website listed to the right for detailed information about programs and admission requirements.
School of Architecture & Landscape Architecture Bachelor of Environmental Design (BEnD)third-year entry www.sala.ubc.ca
Faculty of Dentistry Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)fourth-year entry dentistry.ubc.ca
Faculty of Education Bachelor of Education (BEd)fourth-year entry teach.educ.ubc.ca
Faculty of Law Juris Doctor (JD)fourth-year entry www.law.ubc.ca
Faculty of Medicine Doctor of Medicine (MD)fourth-year entry med.ubc.ca
Master of Occupational Therapy(MOT) ot.med.ubc.ca
Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)physicaltherapy.med.ubc.ca
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Bachelor of Science Pharmacy(BSc Pharm) pharmacy.ubc.ca
Faculty of Science Bachelor of Computer Science(BCS) science.ubc.ca
School of Nursing(within the Faculty of Applied Science)Bachelor of Science in Nursing(BSN) third-year entry www.nursing.ubc.ca
School of Social Work Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) (within the Faculty of Arts) third-year entry socialwork.ubc.ca
Graduate Studiesgrad.ubc.ca
Master’s and PhD programs in:• Applied Science (Engineering)• Architecture & Landscape
Architecture• Arts, Humanities & Social
Sciences• Commerce• Dentistry• Education• Forestry• Interdisciplinary Studies• Journalism• Kinesiology • Land & Food Systems• Law• Medicine (Research)• Music• Nursing• Pharmaceutical Sciences• Science
PROGRAMs OPTIONs
FACULTY OF ArTSUndergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Bachelor of Music (BMus)
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
African Studies (minor)
Anthropology
Archaeology (concentration)
Archaeology & History of Greece, Rome & Near East
Art History
Asian Area Studies
Asian Language & CultureChina, Japan, Korea, South Asia, Southeast Asia
Canadian Studies
Classical Studies
Classics
Cognitive SystemsCognitive & Brain, Language, or Mind, Language & Computation streams
Computer Science (for BSc see Science)
Creative Writing (BFA)
Critical Studies in Sexuality (minor)
Drama
Economics
EnglishLiterature or Language emphasis
Environmental & Society (minor)
Family Studies (minor)
Film Production (BFA)
Film Studies
First Nations Languages & Linguistics
First Nations Studies
French
Geography(Environment & Sustainability or Human Geography)
German
German Studies (minor)
Greek (minor)
Health & Society (minor)
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
International Relations
Italian (minor)
Latin (minor)
Latin American Studies
Law & Society (minor)
Linguistics
Mathematics (for BSc see Science)
Medieval Studies
Migration & Globalization Studies (minor)
Modern European Studies
Museum Studies (concentration)
Music (for BMus see School of Music)
Myth & Literature in Greece, Rome & the Near East
Near Eastern Studies
Nineteenth Century Studies (minor)
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology (for BSc see Science)
Religion, Literature & the Arts
Religious Studies
Romance Studies (honours)
Russian (minor)
Scandinavian Studies (minor)
Science Studies (minor)
Social Work (BSW) (see Post-Baccalaureate)
Sociology
Spanish (Hispanic Studies)
Speech Sciences
Theatre (BA)
Theatre: Acting (BFA)
Theatre: Design & Production (BFA)
United States Studies
Urban Studies (concentration)
Visual Arts (BA & BFA)
Women’s & Gender Studies
•Co-op Education•Major, combined major, double major,
honours, minor•Declare major after first or second year•Dual degree in Arts & Engineering •Double majors and minors in Science•Minor in Commerce•Interdisciplinary first-year programs:
Arts One and Coordinated Arts•Concentrations are not offered as degree
programs, but may be a focus as part of your studies
FACULTY OF FOreSTrYUndergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Forestry (BSF)
Bachelor of Science in Forest Sciences (BSc Forest Sciences)
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Conservation(BSc Natural Resources Conservation)
Bachelor of Science in Wood Product Processing(BSc Wood Product Processing)
Forest Sciences International Forestry option
Forestry: Forest Operations (BSF)
Forestry: Forest Resources Management(BSF International Forestry specialization or BSF Community & Aboriginal Forestry Specialization)
Natural Resources Conservation: Global Perspectives
Natural Resources Conservation: Science & Management
Wood Products Processing
•Co-op Education•BSc Wood Products Processing,
BSF Forest Operations, and BSF Forest Resources Management (Community and Aboriginal Forestry)
SAUder SCHOOL OF BUSIneSSUndergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
Accounting
Business & Computer Science
Chinook*
Commerce & Economics
Finance
General Business Management
International Business
Management Information Systems
Marketing
Organizational Behaviour & Human Resources
Real Estate
Transportation & Logistics
•Co-op Education in most programs•Finance Internship program•Commerce Scholars program•Sustainability concentration•E-Business Track•Entrepreneurship concentration•UBC Portfolio Management Foundation•Commerce-specific exchange program•Summer programs in Shanghai & Europe•Minor in Arts or Science
*For Aboriginal students who have completed the Chinook Business Diploma at one of UBC’s partner colleges
FACULTY OF AppLIed SCIenCe(Engineering)
Undergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc)
Chemical & Biological Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil EngineeringEnvironmental option
Computer EngineeringSoftware Engineering option
Electrical EngineeringBiomedical Engineering, Electrical Energy Systems & Nanotechnology & Microsystems options
Engineering PhysicsSpecializations in Electrical, Mechanical & Mechatronic Science
Environmental EngineeringOffered jointly with the University of Northern BC. Apply through UNBC only (unbc.ca)
Geological Engineering
Integrated Engineering
Materials Engineering
Mechanical EngineeringBiomedical Engineering, Mechatronics & Thermofluids options
Mining Engineering
•Co-op Education•Declare specialization at end of first year•Minor in Arts, Commerce, honours in
Mathematics, or Information Technology•Dual degree in Arts & Engineering•Pre-Med Alternative Path
SCHOOL OF KIneSIOLOGY (within the Faculty of Education)
Undergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin)
Interdisciplinary Studies Kinesiology
Kinesiology & Health Science
Physical & Health Education
•Co-op Education •Declare major in third year•Minor in Commerce, Arts, Science or
Nutritional Science
ACAdEMIC PROgRAMS VANCOUVER CAMPUs
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Additional requirements for Vancouver campus programs
BC & Yukon CuRRICuLuMPg 30 – 34 for program-specific
• Minimum of four approved Grade 12 courses, including English 12 or English 12 First Peoples
• High school graduation
• AP courses completed as part of the high school curriculum may be used to meet admission requirements.
• A minimum final grade of 70% in one of English 11, English 11 First Peoples, English 12, or English 12 First Peoples
• One of Principles of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11, or Foundations of Math 12
• A Grade 11 language course
• A Grade 11 science course
• A Grade 11 social studies course
CAnADIAn SCHooL SYSTEMSPg 30 – 35 for program-specific
• Graduation from high school • Grade 12 English• Additional academic Grade 12 courses
• AP courses completed as part of the high school curriculum may be used to meet admission requirements.
• A minimum final grade of 70% in either Grade 11 or Grade 12 English
InTERnATIonAL BACCALAuREATE (IB)Pg 36 – 39 for program-specific
• IB Diploma Programme Completed IB Diploma including at least three Higher Level courses, English and any degree prerequisites.
• IB Certificate Courses IB Certificate courses (Standard and Higher Level) may be used in an admission average as long as you are graduating from a high school curriculum that can be used as your basis of admission.
• Please note: IB Math Studies does not satisfy the math requirement for admission to UBC’s science-based programs or the Sauder School of Business.
• A minimum score of 3 in IB English (first language) at either Standard or Higher Level
AMERICAn SCHooL SYSTEMPg 36 – 38 for program-specific
• Graduation from an academic or college preparation program at a U.S. regionally-accredited school.
• English to the Senior Level (not ESL).• SAT 1 or ACT + Writing. In countries where the SAT and
ACT are unavailable, exemptions may be granted. UBC’s institution SAT code is 0965, and its institution ACT code is 5259.
• AP courses completed as part of the high school curriculum may be used to meet admission requirements.
• A specified minimum in an English course to at least the Junior Level
BRITISH PATTERnED SYSTEM(England, NorthernIreland, and Wales)Pg 36 – 38 for program-specific
• Standing in at least five academic subject areas, including English, with at least three academic A Levels (or six academic Advanced Subsidiary Levels).
• A subject may not be counted at both A Level and GCSE. • A minimum grade of C in English Literature or English Language at the GCSE, Advanced Subsidiary, or A Level
FREnCH BACCALAuRÉATPg 36 – 38 for program-specific
• Completion of the baccalauréat général or the baccalauréat général (option internationale). All sections—S (scientifique), L (littéraire), or ES (économique et sociale) are eligible for consideration.
• The baccalauréat technologique may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. The baccalauréat professionnel does not comprise a basis of admission to UBC.
oTHER InTERnATIonAL CuRRICuLAPg 36 – 38 for program-specific
• Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school.
• Students completing a secondary school curriculum for which English is the medium of instruction must meet a specified minimum in an English course to at least the Junior, Grade 11, or GCSE Level of study
unIvERSITY/CoLLEgE
• Transfer applicants will be assessed on the most recent 30 credits attempted (a minimum equivalent of one year’s courses), including failures and repeated courses.
• If you have not taken sufficient courses (a minimum equivalent of one year’s courses) at the post-secondary level to form the basis of admission, you may be evaluated on your final secondary school grades and your partial post-secondary studies. Secondary school prerequisites are required for some UBC faculties and degrees.
• In some cases, you can also apply to study at UBC as a visitor, taking courses for one or two terms before returning to your home institution. If you already hold a recognized degree and want to enrol in courses not intended to lead to a particular degree or diploma, you can apply as an unclassified student.
• Applicants to Vancouver’s Faculty of Science must have completed the equivalent of UBC’s first-year Differential Calculus. Applicants to the Sauder School of Business may be required to attend an interview
CAnADIAn ABoRIgInAL APPLICAnTS
Required to meet the University’s general and program-specific requirements.
If you do not meet the University’s general admission requirements, we encourage you to consider the Aboriginal Access program at UBC’s Okanagan campus. Access Studies prepares students for a degree program by allowing them to register in a specific set of university-level courses. Please visit ubc.ca/okanagan/students/aboriginal/access.html
If you do not meet your program’s competitive average, UBC may consider your application through our Aboriginal Admission Policy. The policy allows us to consider your application individually, taking into account your educational history, cultural knowledge, work experience, educational goals and other achievements. To be considered through this policy, you must self-identify as an Aboriginal person on your application. For more information on the policy at Vancouver visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/aborigadmissions.ezc and for Okanagan visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/aborigadmissions.ezc
PRogRAMS oPTIonS
IrvIng K. BarBer School of artS & ScIenceSUndergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Anthropology
Computer Science
Economics
Gender & Women’s Studies (minor)
General Studies
Geography
History
Indigenous Studies
International Relations
Latin American Studies
Mathematics
Philosophy
Philosophy, Politics & Economics(PPE)
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
•Co-op Education•Double major in Arts & Sciences•Honours degrees in some programs
faculty of creatIve & crItIcal StudIeSUndergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Art History & Visual Culture
Creative Writing
Cultural Studies
English
French
French & Spanish
Interdisciplinary Performance (BFA)
Medieval & Renaissance Studies (minor)
Spanish
Visual Arts (BFA)
•Double majors, minors, in Arts & Sciences
•Direct entry to Fine Arts programs•Honours degrees in some programs
faculty of ManageMentUndergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Management (BMgt)
Accounting
Entrepreneurship & General Management
Finance
Human Resource Management
Marketing
Operations, Technology & Information Systems
•Management Co-op program: Opportunity at the conclusion of third year for students to work consecutively for 12 to 16 months
School of engIneerIngUndergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc)
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
•Co-op Education •Declare specialization
at the end of first year
School of health & exercISe ScIenceS Undergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Human Kinetics (BHK)
Human KineticsConcentrations in Clinical ExercisePhysiology or Community Health Promotion
•Minor in Arts or Science
School of nurSIngUndergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
NursingOnly accepts applications from citizens or permanent residents of Canada
IrvIng K. BarBer School of artS & ScIenceSUndergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Earth & Environmental Sciences
Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
Economics
Environmental Chemistry
Freshwater Science
General Science
Mathematical Sciences
Mathematics
Mathematics & Statistics (minor)
Microbiology
Molecular, Cell & Developmental Biology
Physics
Pre-Pharmacy (one year)
Psychology
Zoology
•Co-op Education•Double major in Arts & Sciences•Honours degrees in some programs
PoSt-Baccalaureate & ProfeSSIonal PrograMS
The post-baccalaureate and professional programs often require you to earn a specific number of credits or to complete your undergraduate degree before applying. Most health science programs are only open to applicants who are citizens or permanent residents of Canada. Please visit the appropriate website listed to the right for detailed information about programs and admission requirements.
Faculty of Education Bachelor of Education (BEd)fourth-year entry ubc.ca/okanagan/education
School of Social Work Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)third-year entry ubc.ca/okanagan/socialwork
College of Graduate Studies ubc.ca/okanagan/gradstudies
Master’s and PhD programs in:• Biology• Chemistry• Education• Engineering• English• Environmental Sciences• Interdisciplinary Graduate
Studies• Management• Mathematics• Nursing• Psychology• Social Work
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gEnERAL ADMISSIon REquIREMEnTSAll applicants to UBC must meet the general admission requirements below, the English Language Admission Standard
(page 40), and the specific program requirements listed on pages 30 – 39. Please note that admission to UBC is
competitive; meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
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BC & YUKONFour approved Grade 12 courses including English 12 or English 12 First Peoples, as well as core Grade 11 requirements (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and a second language)
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12• Two of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• Biology 12• Chemistry 12• Biology 11• Chemistry 11
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12• Chemistry 12• Physics 12• Chemistry 11• Physics 11
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or
Physics 12• Two of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12• Two of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
ALBERTA, NWT, NUNAVUTFive appropriate courses numbered 30 or 31, including English Language Arts 30-1
• Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Two of Biology 20, Chemistry 20, or Physics 20
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1
• Biology 30• Chemistry 30
• Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1• Chemistry 30• Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and Physics 20
• Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Two of Biology 20, Chemistry 20, or Physics 20
• Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Two of Biology 20, Chemistry 20, or Physics 20
sAsKATCHEWANFive appropriate courses numbered 30, including English A30 and English B30
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Geology 30 or Physics 30• Two of Biology 20, Chemistry 20, or Physics 20
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30
• Biology 30• Chemistry 30
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30• Chemistry 30• Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and Physics 20
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Geology 30, or
Physics 30• Two of Biology 20, Chemistry 20, or Physics 20
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Two of Biology 20, Chemistry 20, or Physics 20
MANITOBAFive appropriate courses numbered 40S or U, including one English 40S course
• Pre-Calculus 40S• One of Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S• Two of Biology 30S, Chemistry 30S, or Physics 30S
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Pre-Calculus 40S • Biology 40S• Chemistry 40S
• Pre-Calculus 40S• Chemistry 40S• Physics 40S• Chemistry 30S and Physics 30S
• Pre-Calculus 40S• One of Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S• Two of Biology 30S, Chemistry 30S, or Physics 30S
• Pre-Calculus 40S• One of Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S• Two of Biology 30S, Chemistry 30S, or Physics 30S
ONTARIOSix Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including English 12 (ENG4U)
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U)• One of Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U), or Physics 12
(SPH4U)• Two of Biology 11 (SBI3U), Chemistry 11 (SCH3U), or Physics 11
(SPH3U)
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U) • Biology 12 (SBI4U)• Chemistry 12
(SCH4U)
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U)• Chemistry 12 (SCH4U)• Physics 12 (SPH4U)• Chemistry 11 (SCH3U) and Physics 11 (SPH3U)
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U)• One of Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U), or
Physics 12 (SPH4U)• Two of Biology 11 (SBI3U), Chemistry 11 (SCH3U), or
Physics 11 (SPH3U)
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U)• One of Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U), or
Physics 12 (SPH4U)• Two of Biology 11 (SBI3U), Chemistry 11 (SCH3U), or
Physics 11 (SPH3U)
QUEBECEntry to year one: 12 appropriate academic courses, including two courses numbered 601 or 603
CEGEP students who are completing an academic/pre-university DEC will be considered for year two
• Calculus I and Calculus II• One of General Biology I and General Biology II, or General Chemistry I
and General Chemistry II, or two of (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism) or (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• Two of General Biology Option, Chemistry 534/536, or Physics 534/536
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Calculus I • General Biology I and General Biology II
• General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II
• Calculus I and Calculus II• General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II• Two of (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism) or
(Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)• Chemistry 534/536 and Physics 534/536
• Calculus I and Calculus II• One of General Biology I and General Biology II, or
General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II, or two of (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism) or (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• Two of General Biology Option, Chemistry 534/536, or Physics 534/536
• Calculus I and Calculus II• One of General Biology I and General Biology II, or
General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II, or two of (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism) or (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• Two of General Biology Option, Chemistry 534/536, or Physics 534/536
NOVA sCOTIAFive appropriate Grade 12 courses, including English 12
• Pre-Calculus Math 12• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12• Two of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Pre-Calculus Math 12 • Biology 12• Chemistry 12
• Pre-Calculus Math 12• Chemistry 12• Physics 12• Chemistry 11 and Physics 11
• Pre-Calculus Math 12• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or
Physics 12• Two of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
• Pre-Calculus Math 12• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12• Two of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
NEW BRUNsWICKFive appropriate Grade 12 courses, including English 121 or 122
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120• One of Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, or Physics 121 or 122• Two of Biology 111 or 112, Chemistry 111 or 112, or Physics 111 or 112
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120
• Biology 121 or 122• Chemistry 121
or 122
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120• Chemistry 121 or 122• Physics 121 or 122• Chemistry 111 or 112, and Physics 111 or 112
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120• One of Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, or
Physics 121 or 122• Two of Biology 111 or 112, Chemistry 111 or 112, or
Physics 111 or 112
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120• One of Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, or
Physics 121 or 122• Two of Biology 111 or 112, Chemistry 111 or 112, or
Physics 111 or 112
PRINCE EDWARD IsLANDFive appropriate Grade 12 courses, including ENG611 or ENG621
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, or MAT621B• One of BIO621A, CHM621A (or CHM611A), or PHY621A• Two of BIO521A, CHM521A (or CHM511A), or PHY521A
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, or MAT621B
• BIO621A• CHM621A (or
CHM611A)
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, or MAT621B• CHM621A (or CHM611A)• PHY621A• CHM521A (or CHM511A) and PHY521A
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, or MAT621B• One of BIO621A, CHM621A (or CHM611A), or
PHY621A• Two of BIO521A, CHM521A (or CHM511A), or
PHY521A
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, or MAT621B• One of BIO621A, CHM621A (or CHM611A), or PHY621A• Two of BIO521A, CHM521A (or CHM511A), or PHY521A
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADORFive appropriate courses numbered 320X, including English 3201
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207• One of Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or Physics 3204• Two of Biology 220X, Chemistry 220X, or Physics 220X
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207
• Biology 3201• Chemistry 3202
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207• Chemistry 3202• Physics 3204• Chemistry 220X and Physics 220X
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207• One of Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or
Physics 3204• Two of Biology 220X, Chemistry 220X, or
Physics 220X
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207• One of Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or Physics 3204• Two of Biology 220X, Chemistry 220X, or Physics 220X
IB DIPLOMAThree HL courses, and three SL courses, including IB English A1 or A2
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)• One of IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Physics• Two of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics at the Grade 11 Level
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)
• IB Biology• IB Chemistry
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)• IB Chemistry• IB Physics
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)• One of IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Physics• Two of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics at the
Grade 11 Level
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)• One of IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Physics• Two of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics at the Grade 11 Level
FACULTY REQUIREMENTS FOR CANAdIAN SCHOOL SYSTEMS VANCOUVER CAMPUs
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BC & YUKONFour approved Grade 12 courses including English 12 or English 12 First Peoples, as well as core Grade 11 requirements (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and a second language)
• One of Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Biology 12• Chemistry 11
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12 • One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12• Chemistry 11 • One of Biology 11 or Physics 11
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Physics 11 and Chemistry 11
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12• Chemistry 11 and Physics 11
ALBERTA, NWT, NUNAVUTFive appropriate courses numbered 30 or 31, including English Language Arts 30-1
• One of Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits) or Math 30-1, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30
• Biology 30• Chemistry 20
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and one of Biology 20 or Physics 20
• Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and Physics 20
• Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and Physics 20
sAsKATCHEWANFive appropriate courses numbered 30, including English A30 and English B30
• One of Math B30, Math C30, Pre-Calculus 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Geology 30, or Physics 30
• Biology 30• Chemistry 20
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and one of Biology 20 or Physics 20
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30 (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Geology 30, or
Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and Physics 20
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and Physics 20
MANITOBAFive appropriate courses numbered 40S or U, including one English 40S course
• One of Pre-Calculus 40S, Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S
• Biology 40S• Chemistry 30S
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• Pre-Calculus 40S• One of Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S• Chemistry 30S and one of Biology 30S or Physics 30S
• Pre-Calculus 40S (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S• Chemistry 30S and Physics 30S
• Pre-Calculus 40S• One of Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S• Chemistry 30S and Physics 30S
ONTARIOSix Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including English 12 (ENG4U)
• One of Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U), or Physics 12 (SPH4U)
• Biology 12 (SBI4U)• Chemistry 11 (SCH3U)
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U)• One of Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U), or
Physics 12 (SPH4U)• Chemistry 11 (SCH3U) and one of Biology 11 (SBI3U) or
Physics 11 (SPH3U)
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U) (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U), or
Physics 12 (SPH4U)• Chemistry 11 (SCH3U) and Physics 11 (SPH3U)
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U)• One of Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U), or
Physics 12 (SPH4U)• Chemistry 11 (SCH3U) and Physics 11 (SPH3U)
QUEBECEntry to year one: 12 appropriate academic courses, including two courses numbered 601 or 603
CEGEP students who are completing an academic/pre-university DEC will be considered for year two
• One of Calculus I and Calculus II, or General Biology I and General Biology II, or General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II, or two of (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism) or (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• General Biology I and General Biology II
• Chemistry 534/536
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• Calculus I and Calculus II• One of General Biology I and General Biology II,
General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II, or two of (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism) or (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• Chemistry 534/536 and one of General Biology Option or Physics 534/536
• Calculus I and Calculus II (minimum 67%)• One of General Biology I and General Biology II, or
General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II, or two of (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism), or (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• Chemistry 534/536 and Physics 534/536
• Calculus I and Calculus II• One of General Biology I and General Biology II,
General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II, or two of (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism) or (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• Two of General Biology Option, Chemistry 534/536, or Physics 534/536
NOVA sCOTIAFive appropriate Grade 12 courses, including English 12
• One of Pre-Calculus Math 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Biology 12• Chemistry 11
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• Pre-Calculus Math 12• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12• Chemistry 11 and one of Biology 11 or Physics 11
• Pre-Calculus Math 12 (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or
Physics 12• Chemistry 11 and Physics 11
• Pre-Calculus Math 12• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12• Chemistry 11 and Physics 11
NEW BRUNsWICKFive appropriate Grade 12 courses, including English 121 or 122
• One of Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120, Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, or Physics 121 or 122
• Biology 121 or 122• Chemistry 111 or 112
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120• One of Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, or
Physics 121 or 122• Chemistry 111 or 112 and one of Biology 111 or 112, or
Physics 111 or 112
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, or Physics 121 or 122
• Chemistry 111 or 112 and Physics 111 or 112
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120• One of Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, or
Physics 121 or 122• Chemistry 111 or 112, and Physics 111 or 112
PRINCE EDWARD IsLANDFive appropriate Grade 12 courses, including ENG611 or ENG621
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, MAT621B, BIO621A, CHM621A, CHM611A, or PHY621A
• BIO621A• CHM521A (or CHM511A)
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, or MAT621B• One of BIO621A, CHM621A (or CHM611A), or
PHY621A• CHM521A (or CHM511A) and one of BIO521A or
PHY521A
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, or MAT621B (minimum 67%)
• One of BIO621A, CHM621A (or CHM611A), or PHY621A
• CHM521A (or CHM511A) and PHY521A
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, or MAT621B• One of BIO621A, CHM621A (or CHM611A), or PHY621A• CHM521A (or CHM511A) and PHY521A
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADORFive appropriate courses numbered 320X, including English 3201
• One of Math 3204, Math 3205, Math 3207, Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or Physics 3204
• Biology 3201• Chemistry 220X
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207• One of Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or Physics 3204• Chemistry 220X and one of Biology 220X or
Physics 220X
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207 (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or Physics 3204• Chemistry 220X and Physics 220X
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207• One of Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or Physics 3204• Chemistry 220X and Physics 220X
IB DIPLOMAThree HL courses, and three SL courses, including IB English A1 or A2
• One of IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies), IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Physics
• IB Biology• Chemistry at the
Grade 11 Level
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition required
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)• One of IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Physics• Chemistry and one of Biology or Physics at the
Grade 11 Level
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies) (minimum grade of 3)
• One of IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Physics• Chemistry and Physics at the Grade 11 Level
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)• One of IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Physics• Chemistry and Physics at the Grade 11 Level
sTEP 2-B
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HUMAN KINETICs (BHK) INTERDIsCIPLINARY PERFORMANCE (BFA)
MANAGEMENT (BMgt)
NURsING (BsN) PRE-PHARMACY sCIENCE (Bsc) VIsUAL ARTs (BFA)
BC & YUKONFour approved Grade 12 courses, including English 12 or English 12 First Peoples
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• Chemistry 12• Physics 12
• One of Principles of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• One of Principles of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11, or Foundations of Math 12
• One of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• Biology 12• Chemistry 11• One of Principles
of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11, or Foundations of Math 12
• One of Principles of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Chemistry 11• Physics 11
• One of Principles of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geography 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Chemistry 11
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
ALBERTA, NWT, NUNAVUTFive appropriate courses numbered 30 or 31, including English Language Arts 30-1
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• One of Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1
• Chemistry 30• Physics 30
• One of Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), Math 30-1, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30
• Pure Math 20 or Math 20-1• One of Biology 20, Chemistry 20, Physics 20, or
Science 20
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• One of Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1
• Biology 30• Pure Math 20 or
Math 20-1• Chemistry 20
• One of Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and Physics 20
• One of Pure Math 30, Math 31 (5 credits), or Math 30-1 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30
• Chemistry 20
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
sAsKATCHEWANFive appropriate courses numbered 30, including English A30 and English B30
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30
• Chemistry 30• Physics 30
• One of Math B30, Math C30, Pre-Calculus 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Geology 30, or Physics 30
• Math 20 or Pre-Calculus 20• One of Biology 20, Chemistry 20, or Physics 20
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30
• Biology 30• Math 20 or
Pre-Calculus 20• Chemistry 20
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30 (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Geology 30, or
Physics 30• Chemistry 20 and Physics 20
• Math B30, C30, or Pre-Calculus 30 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Geology 30, Geography 30, or Physics 30
• Chemistry 20
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
MANITOBAFive appropriate courses numbered 40S or U, including one English 40S course
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Pre-Calculus 40S• Chemistry 40S• Physics 40S
• One of Pre-Calculus 40S, Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S
• Pre-Calculus Math 30S• One of Biology 30S, Chemistry 30S, or Physics 30S
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• Pre-Calculus 40S • Biology 40S• Pre-Calculus
Math 30S• Chemistry 30S
• Pre-Calculus 40S (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or Physics 40S• Chemistry 30S and Physics 30S
• Pre-Calculus 40S (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, or
Physics 40S• Chemistry 30S
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
ONTARIOSix Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including English 12 (ENG4U)
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
• Chemistry 12 (SCH4U)• Physics 12 (SPH4U)
• One of Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U), or Physics 12 (SPH4U)
• Math 11 (MCR3U)• One of Biology 11 (SBI3U), Chemistry 11 (SCH3U),
or Physics 11 (SPH3U)
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
• Biology 12 (SBI4U)• Math 11 (MCR3U or
MCF3M)• Chemistry 11
(SCH3U)
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U) (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U),
or Physics 12 (SPH4U)• Chemistry 11 (SCH3U) and Physics 11 (SPH3U)
• Advanced Functions (MHF4U) (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 12 (SBI4U), Chemistry 12 (SCH4U), or Physics 12 (SPH4U)
• Chemistry 11 (SCH3U)
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
QUEBECEntry to year one: 12 appropriate academic courses, including two courses numbered 601 or 603
CEGEP students who are completing an academic/pre-university DEC will be considered for year two
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Calculus I and Calculus II• General Chemistry I and
General Chemistry II• Mechanics, Electricity,
and Magnetism• Waves, Optics, and
Modern Physics
• One of Calculus I and Calculus II, or General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II, or General Biology I and General Biology II, or two of (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism) or (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• Mathematics 536• A Science 500-Level
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• Calculus I • General Biology I and General Biology II
• Mathematics 536• Chemistry 534 or 536
• Calculus I and Calculus II (minimum combined average of 67%)
• General Biology I and General Biology II; or General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II; or (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism), and (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• Chemistry 534 or 536• Physics 534 or 536
• Calculus I and Calculus II (minimum combined average of 67%)
• General Biology I and General Biology II; or General Chemistry I and General Chemistry II; or (Mechanics, Electricity, and Magnetism), and (Waves, Optics, and Modern Physics)
• Chemistry 534 or 536
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
NOVA sCOTIAFive appropriate Grade 12 courses, including English 12
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Pre-Calculus Math 12• Chemistry 12• Physics 12
• One of Pre-Calculus Math 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Math 11• One of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• Pre-Calculus Math 12
• Biology 12• Math 11• Chemistry 11
• Pre-Calculus Math 12 (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or
Physics 12• Chemistry 11 and Physics 11
• Pre-Calculus Math 12 (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12,
Geology 12, Geography 12, or Physics 12
• Chemistry 11
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
NEW BRUNsWICKFive appropriate Grade 12 courses, including English 121 or 122
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120
• Chemistry 121 or 122• Physics 121 or 122
• One of Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120, Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, or Physics 121 or 122
• Math 111 or 112• One of Biology 111 or 112, Chemistry 111 or 112, or
Physics 111 or 112
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120
• Biology 121 or 122• Math 111 or 112• Chemistry 111 or 112
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, or Physics 121 or 122
• Chemistry 111 or 112• Physics 111 or 112
• Advanced Mathematics with Intro to Calculus 120 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 121 or 122, Chemistry 121 or 122, Geology 120, Geography 120, or Physics 121 or 122
• Chemistry 111 or 112
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
PRINCE EDWARD IsLANDFive appropriate Grade 12 courses, including ENG611 or ENG621
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• One of MAT611, MAT621A, or MAT621B
• CHM621A or CHM611A• PHY621A
• One of MAT611B, MAT621A, MAT621B, BIO621A, CHM621A, CHM611A, or PHY621A
• MAT521A or 521B• One of BIO521A, CHM521A (or CHM511A), or
PHY521A
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• One of MAT611, MAT621A, or MAT621B
• BIO621A• MAT521A or 521B• CHM521A (or
CHM511A)
• One of MAT611, MAT621A, or MAT621B (minimum 67%)
• One of BIO621A, CHM621A, CHM611A, or PHY621A
• CHM521A (or CHM511A)• PHY521A
• One of MAT611, MAT621A, or MAT621B (minimum 67%)
• One of BIO621A, CHM621A, CHM611A, PHY621A, or GEO621A
• CHM521A (or CHM511A)
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADORFive appropriate courses numbered 320X, including English 3201
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207
• Chemistry 3202• Physics 3204
• One of Math 3204, Math 3205, Math 3207, Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or Physics 3204
• Math 2204 or Math 2205• One of Biology 220X, Chemistry 220X, or
Physics 220X
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207
• Biology 3201• Math 2204 or
Math 2205• Chemistry 220X
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207 (minimum 67%)• One of Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or
Physics 3204• Chemistry 220X and Physics 220X
• One of Math 3204, 3205, or 3207 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, or Physics 3204
• Chemistry 220X
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
IB DIPLOMAThree HL courses, and three SL courses, including IB English A1 or A2
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)
• IB Chemistry• IB Physics
• One of IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)• IB Biology• IB Chemistry• IB Physics
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• IB Mathematics (excluding IB Math Studies)
• IB Biology• Chemistry at the
Grade 11 Level• Math at the Grade
11 Level
• IB Mathematics (minimum grade of 3, excluding IB Math Studies)
• One of IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Physics• Chemistry and Physics at the Grade 11 Level
• IB Mathematics (minimum grade of 3, excluding IB Math Studies)
• One of IB Biology, IB Chemistry, or IB Physics
• Chemistry at the Grade 11 Level
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
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CUrrICULUm ENGINEERING (BAsc) ARTs MUsIC COMMERCE (sAUDER sCHOOL OF BUsINEss)
FOREsT OPERATIONs, FOREsT REsOURCEs MANAGEMENT, OR FOREsT sCIENCEs
NATURAL REsOURCEs CONsERVATION
WOOD PRODUCTs PROCEssING
KINEsIOLOGY APPLIED BIOLOGY; FOOD, NUTRITION & HEALTH; GLOBAL REsOURCE sYsTEMs
sCIENCE *Math requirementsWhere required by the faculty or school, the following Math courses meet UBC’s Math requirement:
CANADIAN OFF-sHORE sCHOOL sYsTEM: BC CURRICULUMPlease visit the admissions section of you.ubc.ca for other Canadian School Systems
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• Chemistry 12• Physics 12• Chemistry 11• Physics 11
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition, music theory entrance exam, portfolio (students in composition), letters of reference
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12
• Two of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12
• Chemistry 11 • One of Biology 11 or
Physics 11
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, or Physics 12
• Chemistry 11 and Physics 11
• One of Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Two of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Physics 11 and Chemistry 11
AMERICAN sCHOOL sYsTEM
• Senior Level Math*• Two full years of Chemistry
(or AP Chemistry) and Physics (or AP Physics)
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition, music theory entrance exam, portfolio (students in composition), letters of reference
• Senior Level Math* • Senior Level Math*• Two of Biology, Chemistry, or
Physics (at least one year each)
• Senior Level Math*• Chemistry
(at least one year)
• Senior Level Math*• One year of Chemistry
and Physics
• Senior Level Math* or one full year of Chemistry, Physics, or Biology
• Senior Level Math*• Two of Chemistry, Physics,
or Biology (at least one year each)
• Senior Level Math* with a minimum grade of C+
• Chemistry and Physics (at least one year each)
* Requires one full year of Pre-Calculus
BRITIsH PATTERNED sYsTEM
• Math (A Level)• One of Chemistry or
Physics (A or AS Level)• Chemistry (GCSE)• Physics (GCSE)
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition, music theory entrance exam, portfolio (students in composition), letters of reference
• Math (A or AS Level) • Math (A or AS Level)• One of Biology, Chemistry,
or Physics (A Level)• Two of Biology, Chemistry,
or Physics (GCSE)
• Math (A or AS Level)• One of Biology, Chemistry,
or Physics (A Level)• Chemistry (GCSE)
• Math (A or AS Level)• Chemistry and Physics
(GCSE)
• One of Math, Chemistry, Physics, or Biology (A or AS Level)
• Math (A or AS Level)• Two of Chemistry, Physics,
or Biology (GCSE)
• Math (A or AS Level) with a minimum grade of C
• Chemistry and Physics (GCSE)
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)
• Math*, Chemistry, and Physics (Standard or Higher Level)
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition, music theory entrance exam, portfolio (students in composition), letters of reference
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level)
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level)
• Two of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Standard or Higher Level)
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level)
• Chemistry (Standard or Higher Level)
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level)
• Chemistry and Physics (Standard or Higher Level)
• One of Math*, Chemistry, Physics, or Biology (Standard or Higher Level)
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level)
• Two of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Standard or Higher Level)
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level) with a minimum grade of 3
• Chemistry and Physics (Standard or Higher Level)
* Requires the level as indicated for individual faculties and schools. Math Studies does not meet the requirement
FRENCH BACCALAURÉAT
• Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+)• Phys-Chimie (coeff. 6+)
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition, music theory entrance exam, portfolio (students in composition), letters of reference
• Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+) • One of Biologie-écologie (coeff. 5+), Sciences de la vie et de la terre (coeff. 5+), or Phys-Chimie (coeff. 6+)
• Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+)• Phys-Chimie (coeff. 6+)
• Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+)• Phys-Chimie (coeff. 6+)
• One of Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+), Biologie-écologie (coeff. 5+), Sciences de la vie et de la terre (coeff. 5+), or Phys-Chimie (coeff. 6+)
• Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+)• Phys-Chimie (coeff. 6+)• One of Biologie-écologie
(coeff. 5+) or Sciences de la vie et de la terre (coeff. 5+)
• Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+) (with a grade of at least 10/20)
• Phys-Chimie (coeff. 6+)
* Requires Mathématiques (coeff. 7+). Math Informatique does not meet the requirement
OTHER INTERNATIONAL CURRICULAAdditional international countries are listed on you.ubc.ca
• Senior Level Math*• Senior Level Chemistry• Senior Level Physics
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition, music theory entrance exam, portfolio (students in composition), letters of reference
• Senior Level Math* • Senior Level Math*• Two of Biology, Physics, or
Chemistry (at least one at the Senior Level)
• Senior Level Math*• One of Biology, Physics,
or Chemistry (to the Senior Level)
• One of Biology or Physics (to the Junior or Grade 11 Level)
• Chemistry (to the Junior or Grade 11 Level)
• Senior Level Math*• Chemistry and Physics
(to the Junior or Grade 11 Level)
• One of Senior Level Math*, Chemistry, Physics, or Biology
• Senior Level Math*• Two of Chemistry, Physics,
or Biology (to the Junior or Grade 11 Level)
• Senior Level Math* with a minimum grade of C+ (or nearest equivalent on other grading scales)
• Chemistry and Physics (to the Junior or Grade 11 Level)
* Requires Pre-Calculus Math at a Senior Level
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CUrrICULUm ARTs INTERDIsCIPLINARY PERFORMANCE (BFA)
VIsUAL ARTs (BFA) ENGINEERING (BAsc) HUMAN KINETICs (BHK)
MANAGEMENT (BMgt)
sCIENCE (Bsc) *Math requirementsWhere required by the faculty or school, the following Math courses meet UBC’s Math requirement:
CANADIAN OFF-sHORE sCHOOL sYsTEM: BC CURRICULUMPlease visit the admissions section of you.ubc.ca for other Canadian School Systems
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• Chemistry 12• Physics 12
• One of Principles of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• One of Principles of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11, or Foundations of Math 12
• One of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, or Physics 11
• Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12
• One of Principles of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12 (minimum 67%)
• One of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geography 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12
• Chemistry 11
AMERICAN sCHOOL sYsTEM
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
• Senior Level Math*• Two full years of Chemistry
(or AP Chemistry) and Physics (or AP Physics)
• Senior Level Math*, or one full year of Biology, Geology, Chemistry, or Physics
• Senior Level Math* • Senior Level Math* with a minimum grade of C+
• Chemistry (at least one year)
• Physics (at least one year) is strongly recommended
* Requires one full year of Pre-Calculus
BRITIsH PATTERNED sYsTEM
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level) with a minimum grade of 3
• One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Geography (Standard or Higher Level)
• Chemistry (at least one year)
• Physics (at least one year) is strongly recommended
• One of Math, Biology, Geology, Chemistry, or Physics (A Level)
• One Science (GCSE)• Math (GCSE)
• Math (A or AS Level) • Math (A or AS Level) with a minimum grade of C
• Chemistry (GCSE)• Physics (GCSE) is strongly
recommended
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
• Math*, Chemistry, and Physics (Standard or Higher Level)
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level)
• One of Biology, Geology, Chemistry, or Physics (Standard or Higher Level)
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level)
• Math* (Standard or Higher Level) with a minimum grade of 3
• One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Geography (Standard or Higher Level)
• Chemistry (at least one year)
• Physics (at least one year) is strongly recommended
* Requires the level as indicated for individual faculties and schools. Math Studies does not meet the requirement
FRENCH BACCALAURÉAT
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
• Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+)• Phys-Chimie (coeff. 6+)
• Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+)• One of Phys Chimie
(coeff. 6+), Biologie-écologie (coeff. 5+), or Science de la vie et de la terre (coeff. 5+)
• Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+) • Mathématiques* (coeff. 7+) (with a grade of at least 10/20)
• Phys-Chimie (coeff. 6+)
* Requires Mathématiques (coeff. 7+). Math Informatique does not meet the requirement
OTHER INTERNATIONAL CURRICULAAdditional international countries are listed on you.ubc.ca
No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Audition• Letter of intent
• No additional courses required beyond those needed for general admission
• Portfolio• Letter of intent
• Senior Level Math*• Senior Level Chemistry• Senior Level Physics
• One of Senior Level Math*, Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
• One Science (to the Junior or Grade 11 Level)
• Math (to the Junior or Grade 11 Level)
• Senior Level Math* • Senior Level Math* with a minimum grade of C+ (or nearest equivalent on other grading scales)
• Chemistry (to the Junior or Grade 11 Level)
• Physics is strongly recommended
* Requires Pre-Calculus Math at a Senior Level
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FACULTY CREDITS CANADIAN CITIzENS OR PERMANENT RESIDENTS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Applied Science (Engineering) 36 $5,903 $26,355
Arts 30 $4,608 $21,963
Commerce (Sauder School of Business) 32 $7,283 $26,249
Creative & Critical Studies 30 $4,608 $21,963
Forestry 32 – 35 $4,916 – $5,376 $23,427 – $26,355
Health & Social Development 30 $4,608 $21,963
Kinesiology / Human Kinetics 30 $4,608 $21,963
Land & Food Systems 31 – 36 $4,762 – $5,530 $22,695 – $26,355
Management 30 $4,608 $21,963
Science 33 $5,069 $24,159
Living costs, books and student fees $13,000 – $15,000 $13,000 – $15,000
TOTAL (CAD$) $17,608 – $22,283 $34,163 – $41,355
TUITION: 11/12 ACADEMIC YEAR
TOEFL® (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
• Minimum score: overall score of 90/120, and minimum component score of 21 (Writing and Speaking) and 22 (Reading and Listening) for the internet-based test.
• UBC’s institution code for TOEFL is 0965.
• Applicants may not combine test scores from different sittings.
• ets.org/toefl
IELTS® (International English Language Testing System)
• Minimum score: an average of 6.5 with no section less than 6.0
• ielts.org
For a full list of ELAS tests, visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/elastests.ezc and you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/elastests.ezc
The following English-language secondary schools and curricula meet the requirements for option number three on this page.
• International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
• Council of International Schools Accredited Institutions
• Schools that offer regionally accredited U.S. curricula
• Schools that offer full Canadian curricula (students applying to an Okanagan campus degree program need only present three years of attendance [non-ESL] to meet ELAS)
• British curricula (A Levels and GCSE)
• Indian secondary school curricula affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education or the Council for the Indian School Certificate with a minimum grade point average of 75% in Senior English.
Please note that we reserve the right to exclude certain schools. Students taking English as Second Language courses in the final two years of schooling will be required to submit an English Language Proficiency Test.
ELAs TEsTs AND MINIMUM sCOREs
ELIGIBLE INTERNATIONAL sCHOOLs
UBC recognizes academic excellence in students. With the help of our donors, the University provides over $25 million annually in scholarships, bursaries, and work and study opportunities to outstanding undergraduate students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership qualities, and financial need. There are a limited number of awards and not every student who qualifies will receive one.
For information on all of these programs, visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/finances.ezc and you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/finances.ezc
Entrance scholarships and awards Canadian citizens and permanent residents are eligible for a range of one-time and renewable scholarships and awards, based both on merit and on financial need. In some cases, application is automatic or you must be nominated. In other cases, you must submit an application package yourself.
General bursaries These bridge the gap between available Canadian government assistance and actual educational costs. Eligible students are those with proven financial need and student loans.
Student loans These loans are provincial and federal government-funded financial assistance that is repaid after studies are complete. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply in their province of residence.
International students Financial assistance to international students is limited. Annually UBC makes available about CAD $6 million from non-public sources to support international students in the form of merit- and need-based awards: International Leader of Tomorrow (ILOT), International Student Humanitarian Award (ISHA), and Outstanding International Student (OIS) programs; and assistance through on-campus work support programs and emergency financial aid. To be considered for some financial awards, students are strongly encouraged to complete a supplemental application.
For details, visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/intlscholarships.ezc and you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/intlscholarships.ezc
Work Study and Work Learn An employment program that helps fund on-campus jobs for Canadian and international students. All students registered in a minimum number of credits per term are eligible.
FINANCIAL AWARDs AND sUPPORT
English is the language of instruction at UBC. Prior to admission, all students must demonstrate English language competency in four areas: listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
HOw TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTBelow are the most common ways that students may meet the
English Language Admission Standard (ELAS). For a complete list, visit
you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/elas.ezc and you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/elas.ezc
1. English schooling in Canada
Complete three or more consecutive years of full-time education in English within
Canada (non-ESL) immediately prior to attending UBC.
2. Schooling in an English-speaking country
Complete four or more consecutive years of full-time education in English
(non-ESL) in a country other than Canada where English is the principal language.
These four years must be immediately prior to attending UBC. For a list of
eligible countries, visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/elascountries.ezc or
you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/elascountries.ezc
3. English international secondary schools
Attend four or more years at an eligible international secondary school that teaches
in English (non-ESL) but operates in a country where the primary language is not
English. These four years must be immediately prior to attending UBC. Students are
required to submit a transcript that shows this attendance. (See sidebar for eligible
international schools and curricula.)
4. Recognized English language test
Achieve the minimum score in a recognized test of English proficiency. (See sidebar
for eligible tests and minimum scores.)
If you are fully proficient in the English language, but do not meet any of
the options above, please see you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/elas.ezc and
you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/elas.ezc for a full list of ways to meet UBC’s ELAS.
Conditional Admission Program (CAP)
If you are not fully proficient in English but are otherwise academically qualified for
admission to UBC’s Vancouver campus, you may apply to the Conditional Admission
Program. For details, visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/conditional.ezc
ENgLISH LANgUAgE AdMISSION STANdARd
sTEP 2-C
Tuition fees at UBC compare favourably with schools of the same high calibre. However, financing an education is a significant investment, and you and your family need to determine whether you have the financial resources to cover tuition and living costs for the duration of your studies.
Most bachelor’s degrees at UBC take four years of full-time study to complete. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change. All estimated costs here are quoted in Canadian dollars.
CANAdIAN2011 – 12 Tuition fees for Canadian citizens or permanent residents are calculated at $153.61
per credit for most programs. Tuition fees are higher in the Pharmacy program ($226.47 per
credit), and after the first year in the Sauder School of Business ($227.60 per credit) or in Applied
Science ($163.97 per credit).
INTERNATIONAL2011 – 12 Tuition for international students is calculated at $732.09 per credit for most programs.
Tuition fees for the Sauder School of Business are higher, based on $820.27 per credit. Fees are
also assessed with a cost-of-living increase of approximately 2 – 3% per year.
For more information, visit you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/cost.ezc and
you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/cost.ezc
To calculate the costs of your first year at UBC, visit students.ubc.ca/youbc/va/costs.cfm and
students.ubc.ca/youbc/ok/costs.cfm
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• Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
• Average first-year class size: 105 students
• Average fourth-year class size: 32 students
• Average lab, seminar, and discussion group size: 26 students
Vancouver campus: 32,000 undergraduate students Okanagan campus: 6,500 undergraduate students
• Students come from across Canada and over 140 countries
• 11.9% of Vancouver students and 21.2% of Okanagan students are from other Canadian provinces and territories
• 15.7% of Vancouver students and 7.4% of Okanagan students are international
• Over 90% of first-year, full-time students go on to second year
• In 1997, became Canada’s first university with a sustainable development policy
• Opened Canada’s first Sustainability Office in 1998
• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 25% over the past 16 years
• 300 courses include sustainability-related content
• UBC Sustainability Pledge is an initiative for students, faculty, and staff to inspire action toward sustainable living
• Varsity teams: Vancouver Thunderbirds and Okanagan Heat
• 37 varsity athletic teams have claimed 95 national championships
• 195 Olympic athletes, and 66 medals won
• Over 300 student clubs and associations
• On-campus live music, theatre, art galleries, and campus-wide events
TEACHING
sTUDENTs
sUsTAINABILITY
sPORTs AND CLUBs
30 – 36 credits Canadian students or permanent residents $4,608 – $5,903 international students $21,963 – $26,355
Living costs, books, and student fees $13,000 – $15,000
TOTAL (CAD$) Canadian students or permanent residents $17,608 – $20,903 international students $34,963 – $41,355
PROGRAM BAsICs
Tuition fees at UBC compare favourably with
schools of the same high calibre. However,
financing an education is a significant
investment, and you and your family need
to determine whether you have the financial
resources to cover tuition and living costs for
the duration of your studies.
Most bachelor’s degrees at UBC take four years
of full-time study to complete. Tuition fees are
reviewed annually by UBC and are subject to
change. All estimated costs here are quoted in
Canadian dollars.
CANAdIAN2011 – 12 Tuition fees for Canadian citizens
or permanent residents are calculated at
$153.61 per credit for most programs.
Tuition fees are higher in the Pharmacy
program ($226.47 per credit), and after the
first year in the Sauder School of Business
($227.60 per credit) or in Applied Science
($163.97 per credit).
INTERNATIONAL2011 – 12 Tuition for international students
is calculated at $732.09 per credit for most
programs. Tuition fees for the Sauder School
of Business are higher, based on $820.27
per credit. Fees are also assessed with
a cost-of-living increase of approximately
2 – 3% per year.
For more information, including
an online cost calculator, visit
students.ubc.ca/youbc/va/costs.cfm and
students.ubc.ca/youbc/ok/costs.cfm
AwARdS ANd FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEIn addition to $25 million in awards and financial
assistance programs for Canadian students,
UBC has dedicated $6 million to financial
aid and awards for international students
(2010 – 2011). Need-based and merit-based
programs are both available. There are a limited
number of awards and not every student who
qualifies will receive one.
Additional information is available at
you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/finances.ezc
and you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/finances.ezc
wORkINg wHILE STUdYINgFull-time study is demanding, but some students
choose to work while studying to help offset
expenses. However, part-time work cannot be
relied upon to cover tuition and living expenses.
UBC Work Study and Work Learn is an
employment program that helps fund on-campus
jobs for students. All students registered in a
minimum number of credits per term are eligible.
In addition, many programs offer paid co-op
placements as part of your degree.
Most international students holding a Canadian
Study Permit may work part-time on or off
campus. After graduation, most international
students are eligible to apply for a three-year
work permit.
Interested students can verify their eligibility at
students.ubc.ca/international
TUITION AND FINANCEs
STUdENT LOANSStudent loans are provincial and federal
government-funded financial assistance
that is repaid after studies are complete.
Canadian citizens and permanent residents
are eligible to apply. For more information, visit
you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/cdnloans.ezc
and you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/cdnloans.ezc
U.S. citizens may be eligible for Stafford or
PLUS Loans (subsidized and unsubsidized)
sponsored by the U.S. Department of
Education. Students should complete the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
form (available at fafsa.ed.gov) and specify UBC
using the UBC Title IV Code: G08369. Visit
you.ubc.ca/ubc/vancouver/usloans.ezc and
you.ubc.ca/ubc/okanagan/usloans.ezc
SUPPORTStudent orientations
Imagine (Vancouver) and Create (Okanagan)
orientation programs help you get to know the
people, places, activities, and resources on
campus. If you’re new to Canada, you’ll also
learn about study permits, entry visas, health
insurance, and employment during GALA and
Jump Start.
Academic support and resources
Connect with professors, instructors, and
teaching assistants, and learn about programs,
workshops, and online resources that are
designed to support your academic success.
Priority on-campus housing
Most first-year international and Canadian students
have priority access to on-campus housing.
International House, First Nations
Longhouse, and the Collegia
We provide dedicated spaces on both campuses
where students can get peer support and make
social connections.
Go Global, Co-operative Education,
Learning Exchange
Superb opportunities to enrich your degree
program include: competitively available Co-op
Education (paid career-related employment for
up to three terms, through all major faculties,
including Arts); Go Global, for full credit study
exchange at any of 168 partner institutions in
38 countries, or project volunteering overseas;
and Learning Exchange, challenging involvement
in the local community.
Access and diversity
UBC is an inclusive environment in which
all students can thrive, regardless of sexual
orientation, gender identity, or disability-related
barriers. Extensive library and learning resources
are available to support individual student needs.
For more information, visit connectionsforlife.
ubc.ca/support-for-students.html
CULTURAL dIVERSITYCanadians are an ethnically and culturally varied
group, and students from over 140 countries
around the world attend UBC. Both campuses
offer social and cultural clubs and centres that
help students from a variety of backgrounds
connect. The Aboriginal community—made up
of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students from
across the country—is also very active here, with
cultural, social, and academic events happening
throughout the year.
HEALTH ANd wELLNESSAll students have convenient access to
health clinics on campus, together with other
services necessary to maintain your well-being,
including confidential counselling services,
peer-led wellness workshops, a variety of health
initiatives, and a wealth of online resources.
SAFETYAmong North American cities, Vancouver and
Kelowna enjoy some of the safest and highest-
quality living environments. On campus, UBC
takes a pro-active approach. With programs
such as Safewalk (in which volunteer teams walk
with students around campus at night) and the
campus blue phones (which immediately connect
students to campus security at the push of a
button), UBC strives to ensure students can live,
study, and play safely.
RELIgIONAs a public university, UBC is a secular
institution. Its students practise a range of faiths
and forms of religious expression. Opportunities
for religious observance are available under the
guidance of the UBC Chaplains, representing
Muslim, Jewish, Christian, Unitarian/Universalist,
and Baha’i faiths. Multi-faith spaces and student
groups provide many further opportunities.
CAMPUs LIFE
HÜLYA kURAN
“Staying in a different country away from your parents is a good experience to get your feet solid on the ground. In knowing different cultures, people from different countries; that broadens your view.”
When her youngest daughter was applying
to universities, UBC was at the top of Hülya
Kuran’s list. That’s because her eldest
daughter is already a successful graduate.
Their experience was so positive that both
mother and daughter now enthusiastically
help out in UBC recruiting events in Turkey.
connectionsforlife.ubc.ca/stories.html
gET TO kNOw THE PEOPLE OF UBC
Read and watch the unique stories of students and faculty, while
getting a few tips about campus life from those in the know.
connectionsforlife.ubc.ca
CREATE A YOUBC ACCOUNT
Here’s the place to start the application process, review
important deadlines and requirements, and register for events
and campus tours. you.ubc.ca
TAkE A CAMPUS TOUR
If you’re able to come to the Vancouver or Okanagan campus,
you can register online for a free campus tour at
you.ubc.ca/ubc/tour/campustours.ezc
You can also take a virtual tour of the campuses:
Vancouver campus: students.ubc.ca/youbc/va/virtualtour
Okanagan campus: students.ubc.ca/youbc/ok/virtualtour
dISCOVER YOUR NEw COMMUNITY
Learn about the people and places that surround UBC, and
start choosing all of the new experiences you are going to
have when you get here.
Tourism Vancouver: tourismvancouver.com
Tourism Kelowna: tourismkelowna.com
STAY CONNECTEd
facebook.com/youbc
twitter.com/youbc
youtube.com/youbcvideo
flickr.com/photos/youbc
itunes.com/apps/universityofbritishcolumbia
HOME COUNTRY Turkey
PARENT PROFILE
REsOURCEs
VANCOUVER
OKANAGAN
• Consistently ranked among the top 40 universities worldwide (Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities; Times Higher Education Supplement)
• Six Rhodes Scholars in the last six years
• Over 99% of full-time professors have PhDs—the highest rate in Canada
• 18 faculties, 14 schools, 3 colleges
• 187 undergraduate programs, 150 master’s programs, 95 doctoral programs
• Comprehensive public research university
• Four-year undergraduate (bachelor) degrees
• Instruction in English
• Almost 32,000 undergraduate students at the Vancouver campus
• Over 6,500 undergraduate students at the Okanagan campus
THE BAsICs
• Over $549 million in research funds (2010)
• Ranks ahead of MIT and Stanford in U.S. patents filed and start-ups formed per US$100 million of research funding
• Each year, Celebrate Research Week invites all students to attend free lectures by Nobel laureates
REsEARCH
ACADEMICs
• Vancouver city population: 2.1 million
• Vancouver enjoys a temperate climate with many sunny days and mild winters. Sure, it rains here—but that’s why it’s so green. When the sun is out the views will stop you in your tracks.
Summer Average Winter Average 19° C (66° F) 4.5° C (40° F)
• Kelowna city population: over 100,000
• In the summer, Kelowna is sunny, warm and dry, with an average of 2,000 hours of sunshine. The winters are cool, with high-elevation conditions that make for fantastic skiing and snowboarding.
Summer Average Winter Average 25° C (77° F ) -1° C (30° F)
FOR PARENTs AND sTUDENTsTear out this reference sheet to keep everything that you need to know about UBC close at hand. It’s particularly useful for keeping your parents informed about how your global education at UBC will connect you to your future.
YOUR FUTUREA UBC degree is internationally recognized.
You can continue your studies or pursue your
career in countries around the world. Every year,
hundreds of UBC grads are accepted into leading
professional schools and graduate programs,
including Columbia University, MIT, London
School of Economics, and Oxford University.
UBC students will have the support of
Career Services, which helps students find
employment and develop lifelong career self-
management skills. Many programs, including
those in the Faculty of Forestry, the School of
Kinesiology, and the Faculty of Management
offer post-graduation placement assistance
and internships. These will help you work
in a business or organization that relates to
your field of study for a hands-on experience
in the real world.
The Transition Out Program also helps
international students achieve their career goals
after graduation through networking opportunities,
workshops, and information resources.
UBC provides study abroad exchange programs,
international volunteer opportunities, and
co-operative education opportunities, and is
committed to establishing working partnerships
with groups in emerging countries to address local
problems in health, agriculture, social infrastructure,
education, and sustainable development.
ACAdEMICS ANd REPUTATIONUBC offers a world-class education. As one of
two universities in Canada with a Nobel laureate
on faculty, UBC has produced six Rhodes
Scholars in the past six years. The University is
consistently ranked among the top 40 research
universities worldwide.
Because of UBC’s research base, students have
the opportunity to participate in internationally
recognized work. UBC ranks ahead of MIT and
Stanford in U.S. patents filed and start-ups
formed (per US$100 million of research funding)
and brings in half a billion dollars in research
funds annually. FOR PARENTSUBC is committed to the unique requirements of our students, and
the University provides them with the personal attention necessary to
help make their experiences a success. As a parent, you can be sure
that your son or daughter will receive a world-class education and the
support they require.
It is important to know that UBC is bound by BC Provincial legislation
and the Protection of Privacy Act. Your son or daughter can give
permission to UBC to share their personal information with you (including
giving you online access to their application) by logging in to the Student
Service Centre and completing the Third Party Authorization Form
students.ubc.ca/ssc and okanagan.students.ubc.ca/ssc
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NOTES
© The University of British Columbia. Printed in Canada. No part of this book may be used without permission.
All information is correct at time of printing. Please visit you.ubc.ca for all the latest information and updates.
Ranking statements are based on the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and others.
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