UBC Science is invested in your success. Your first year of the BSc is a time for you to ignite your passion for science and spark new interests. First-year students take a combination of core science courses and electives and there is a lot of flexibility in your course options for first year… read more
Learn tips to lessen the stress and anxiety you feel during the final exam period.1. It's Natural to Feel Some Anxiety Around ExamsNo matter how much you study or how prepared you are for an exam, you may still feel stress during the exam period. Schedule some time around your studying to take a… read more
Learn how to manage feelings of unease that arise when facing major life changes, such as graduation read more
Planning is a reflective process. We all know we should do it, but where do we begin?1. Figure out your goalsThis needs to be more than just “I want to ace all of my courses.” Be specific, and be realistic. Consider how much time and commitment each goal will require.2. Decide on a systemHow far do… read more
Funding for faculty supervisors to hire students to work on full-time or part-time research projects. read more
ALERT - Education services companies are falsely claiming that they can help students find UBC research projects or positions on campus for a fee. Read more.The UBC Vice-President, Research and Innovation (VPRI) office has committed a total of $2 million over the next four years to UBC Vancouver… read more
Science Advisors review the records of all 10,500 Science students in May and June each year.Advisors check your current academic standing and review the courses you have successfully completed to determine if you are making sufficient progress.You’ll see the results of this assessment when… read more
This annual fair is the only time that the Science specializations come together at the same time to connect with first year Science students and answer your questions. Stop in at each department's booth to chat with Department Advisors from across Science to help you determine which… read more
Share the research you've been involved with! UBC Science wants to showcase the diversity of research happening across our Faculty, as well as the people who are doing it.We are looking for research that ranges from course-based group projects to directed studies research, volunteering or working… read more
Imagine UBC is the university’s biggest back-to-school event, welcoming many new students into the Faculty. It's full of exciting opportunities to meet others and learn about UBC Science. New students will get to know the campus, find out more about the Faculty of Science, meet a professor,… 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.
Learn more: Musqueam First Nation