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  1. Alert - False Claims by Education Service Companies

    We have heard from some students that certain education services companies falsely claimed that they can help students find UBC research projects or positions on campus for a fee. We want to emphasize that this claim is false and fraudulent.UBC has NO affiliation with any businesses providing… read more

  2. Using the Academic Progress Report (APR)

    About the APRYour Academic Progress Report (APR) in Workday allows you to track your degree progress. The APR is a tool to help you plan your degree and is subject to final approval by your department and faculty. You should consult your department for specialization requirements or Science… read more

  3. What to Expect After Submitting a Deferred Standing Request

    Please review this page carefully. You are expected to know all of the information contained on this page and to have taken action as appropriate.Overview of Deferred Standing RequestIf you have additional supporting documentation to submit, you have 14 calendar days to submit the files online… read more

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    Exam Success in 15 Min or Less

    Studying for exams doesn’t have to be difficult. Join us at our Coaches Corner for 15 minutes to kick off your final exam preparation.Study smarter, not harder. From Nov 23 to Dec 7, the Science Peer Academic Coaches offer 15 minute sessions to help you feel prepared for your final exams.&nbsp… read more

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    Start Off Strong

    Get ready for midterms and start your term off strong! Learn how to best prepare for midterms from experts in learning.In this session, join well-known UBC Science profs and the Science Peer Academic Coaches to proactively prepare for your first midterms.Plan ahead to adjust to the differences… read more

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    Struggling to Find the Motivation?

    Learn how to get motivated so you can reach your academic and degree goals.What is Motivation?Motivation is what helps you do something and, ultimately, to achieve your goals. It is what drives you to study for that exam or to go to the gym. There are many different reasons for why you act the way… read more

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    Study Hall

    Study Hall... just like in the movies — except with more (effective) studying. Looking for a study space and resources to maximize your potential with university-level academics? Science Study Halls are designed specifically for UBC Science students. Come for the dedicated solo or group… read more

  8. Historical BSc Specialization Admission Information

    The Faculty of Science provides historical BSc specialization information to help students with their BSc Specialization Admission application.Exact future admission averages cannot be predicted with this information, since they vary due to shifts in students’ interests, changes in the number of… read more

  9. Transfer to BSc Guide

     Whether you are transferring from another institution or UBC program, welcome to UBC Science!Academic InformationCourse SelectionJoining us from another institution? Start with this guide.UBC-V & UBC-O transfer students: use info from the UBC Academic Calendar to build your own… read more

  10. Credit/D/Fail

    Credit/D/Fail courses allow students to receive a credit, a D, or a Fail grading instead of a percentage grade. In the Faculty of Science, students must use percentage grading for the Lower-level Requirements, the Communication requirement, Science Breadth and any course required for a… read more

Musqueam First Nation land acknowledegement

We honour xwməθkwəy̓ əm (Musqueam) on whose ancestral, unceded territory UBC Vancouver is situated. UBC Science is committed to building meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples so we can advance Reconciliation and ensure traditional ways of knowing enrich our teaching and research.

Learn more: Musqueam First Nation

Faculty of Science

Office of the Dean, Earth Sciences Building
2178–2207 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC Canada
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