Should I withdraw from a course and get a W standing on my transcript? What happens when I withdraw from a course?What is a W standing?When you withdraw from a course after the add/drop deadline, you will receive a "W" standing on your academic record. Such standings are not included in computing… 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
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
The Faculty of Science provides historical BSc specialization information to help students with their BSc Specialization Admission application.Exact future admission averages cannot be predicted with this information, since they vary due to shifts in students’ interests, changes in the number of… read more
Wondering how to tackle the transition to university? The Academic Skills Certificate is a series of events and resources designed to help you recalibrate your study skills and techniques to thrive in university. Connect with like-minded students and peer leaders to get a better understanding… 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
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
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
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