We care about your wellbeing and are committed to supporting you in your academic pursuits. We recognize that sometimes unanticipated events or circumstances can affect your ability to complete your academic responsibilities.What is academic concession?You may be eligible for academic concession if… read more
New school, new faculty, new experiences! Your UBC Science Orientation will guide you through the first few months at university.If you are not participating in the Jump Start program, you’ll join us in the following activities designed to connect you with the campus community:Participate in… read more
If you have more questions, visit Science Advising to talk to an advisor.Can I withdraw late from a course if I'm failing it?No. There are regular deadlines for dropping or withdrawing from courses (see Drop/Withdrawal Dates). Students who have valid reasons for requesting late withdrawals… read more
Planning to graduate this year? Be informed about grad requirements, ceremony details, and more.Check the Graduation website for the deadlines to apply for May and November graduation.Applying for GraduationLinks and ResourcesApply for GraduationUBC Graduation Ceremony ChecklistAcademic… read more
Students follow two distinct measures of progress: Sufficient Progress and year level class standing. Students are evaluated for Sufficient Progress at the end of each Winter Session.Sufficient Progress measures progression through your degree and often includes specific requirements for your… read more
Having trouble deciding what courses to take in first year? This guide is here to help by covering 5 main steps: Determine Your Areas of InterestConsider Timetable OptionsCourse Planning ConsiderationsDecide Your Course LoadAdvance or Transfer CreditStep 1: Determine Your Areas of… read more
UBC's First-Year Seminar in Science offers a small-class experience where you will learn about what science is and how it is done. Students learn to develop and analyze arguments, read scientific literature, and interpret data--these skills are then used to write argumentative essays. It fulfills… read more
Please review the following information carefully before proceeding to apply for deferred standing (SD).EligibilityWhen can I request Deferred Standing in a course?You must report your absence to Science Advising no later than 48 hours after the missed final exam or final assignment deadline by… read more
The Communications Requirement must be completed before promotion to fourth-year class standing. For detailed information on the Communication Requirement, please consult the UBC Academic Calendar.Courses to Fulfill the Communication RequirementSix credits of communication coursework must be… read more
All Bachelor of Science students must fulfill Faculty requirements to graduate.Communication Requirement6 credits of communication coursework must be completed before promotion to 4th year class standingView required courses in the UBC Academic CalendarLearn more about your eligibility… read more
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.
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