Interested in studying abroad or locally at one of our partner universities? Read on more to find out what you need to know before you apply to Go Global as a Science student.To be eligible for exchange, you must meet all of the Go Global requirements as well as the Science-specific requirements… read more
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
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
When you have been accepted as a student at UBC, we expect you to complete your coursework at UBC. For students in the Bachelor of Science, permission will not be granted when the requested course is required for the program of study (including your lower-level English and Science requirements)… read more
To help you prepare for university learning, UBC departments are offering a selection of free online courses over the summer. You can work through them at your preferred pace and time, no matter which time zone you’re learning from. These … read more
Failing a course can be very difficult to face. Maybe the subject isn’t your strong suit, or you faced distractions from other courses or personal matters. At this point, it’s important to consider the impact of your failed course and to take appropriate steps going forward.ResourcesScience… read more
There are some new additions and replacements for courses offered by the Faculty of Science. Read on to learn about these highlighted courses.ATSC 413: Forest Fire Weather and ClimateWildfire hazards are increasingly threatening people living near the urban/forest interface. These threats are… read more
Which Seats Get the Best Grades? You might not give much thought to that person in front of you who is just checking their email or scrolling on social media, but that brief distraction could lower your grade. Dr. Wickenden joins SCI Team to share where to sit in the classroom.SCI TeamSCI… 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
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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