A lot of registration changes happen in the first week or so of school, sometimes even right up until the add/drop deadline.Graduating Soon and Can't Get into the Course?If you're on track to graduate in this academic year, and one or more of your required courses is full, you have a right to a… read more
If you have been placed into a BSc specialization and are preparing for course registration, this information is for you.After you are placed into a BSc specializationAfter you are placed into a specialization, you will be Early Registered into some of the specific named Science courses in Year 2… read more
The listed courses are newly offered by the Faculty of Science in 2026.Review how to find course details in Workday and check out course descriptions, including prerequisites, in the Academic Calendar. You can also refer to resources for course registration.AI_V 100: Introduction to Artificial… read more
Summer is a great time to slow down and relax, but four months could be a little too much time! If you still have some energy left from the year, consider these pros and cons as you decide whether taking summer courses is the right fit for you.Consider Some Reasons to Take Summer Courses1. Reduce… read more
It may feel like there’s nothing you can do and you’ve just forfeited big chunks of your grades, but keep in mind that you have options.1. Address Your HealthFirst of all, make sure that you’re addressing any health concerns. If you don’t have a family doctor in Vancouver, or if you have been… read more
Getting ready to choose your courses for first year? Learn more through this webinar.About the WebinarBuilding from the First Year Course Registration information online, learn how to choose and register for your first year Science courses.Join Science Academic Advisors for details on how to… read more
Want to know more about summer course registration? Here’s a quick overview. When is the summer session and how is it different from the winter session? There are two terms in the summer session, one from May to June, and the other from July to August. Since the summer terms are… read more
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
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 study space,… read more
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
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