This guide is designed to help you choose your first year courses at UBC Science through 5 main steps:Determine Your Areas of InterestDecide How Many Credits to TakeSelect Courses that Meet RequirementsDesign Your TimetableConsider Any Advance or Transfer CreditsAt the bottom of this guide, you'll… 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
At the end of every academic session — Winter and Summer — students are assessed for eligibility to continue based on their sessional average. Your academic standing is based on your sessional average. Most students will be in good standing, but some may be assessed Academic Probation or… read more
During your degree, you might find that the specialization you're in is no longer the one that you want. Maybe you’ve changed your mind about the scientific discipline you want to study or you didn’t get into your first choice when you initially applied for your… read more
Request Confirmation of Graduation, Confirmation of Student Status or Other LettersFor graduation confirmation letters, include your expected graduation month and year on the form. You'll be emailed when the letter is finished. You can also use the form to ask Science Advising for letters regarding… read more
There are many types of degrees you can pursue in UBC Science:MajorCombined MajorDouble MajorHonours and Combined HonoursDual DegreeStudents typically apply for a minor (secondary specialization) once they already have a primary specialization.MajorA major involves specialization in a single… read more
A Dual Degree offers qualified students the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Science and another Bachelor’s degree concurrently. Students in the BSc degree can pursue a Dual Degree in:Science and Arts (BSc and BA) Students may select one Science specialization and one Arts specialization. An… read more
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