There are many types of degrees you can pursue in UBC Science.MajorA major involves specialization in a single field, while allowing sufficient elective space to explore other areas. It may lead to graduate studies if you achieve sufficiently high standing.» Explore Majors (Program… 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) Specializations for each degree can be a Major or Combined Major only (e… read more
Who is a Transfer Applicant?Anyone seeking admission after studying in a different post-secondary program at UBC or elsewhere. That includes:Students currently (or previously) enrolled at a different post-secondary institution and who have not completed their degree.Current UBC students enrolled on… read more
BSc students may minor in Arts, Commerce, Kinesiology, Land and Food Systems, or another Science specialization.A minor involves taking courses in Science but outside the main area of specialization, or in another faculty (Arts, Land and Food Systems, Commerce, or Kinesiology). It allows you… read more
Students with a recognized undergraduate degree may be eligible to pursue a BSc as a second degree, or the Bachelor of Computer Science.Students with a recognized undergraduate degree may be eligible to pursue a BSc as a second degree, or the Bachelor of Computer Science. Students will not be… read more
Honours candidates who register for courses in both terms for the Winter Session are required to complete at least 30 academic credits. For the 2020 Winter Session (only), some students pursuing an Honours specialization may find it helpful to undertake 27 credits of coursework rather than the… read more
As UBC Science's B.Sc. Specialization Application approaches, many students come to Science Advising asking what average they need for a specific program specialization. The short answer is that it depends. We're here to demystify the application process, highlight common misconceptions, and help… read more
There is a difference between specialization admission pre-requisites and required first-year courses for a specialization.As a Science first year student, you'll be told to check out the UBC Calendar to see which courses you’ll be required to take to meet a specialization’s requirements, and… read more
Vantage students can use this handy guide to select courses for UBC Science.1. Review the courses that you successfully completed in your year at Vantage, as pre-requisites for second year.2. Look at your specialization* (“major”) on the UBC Calendar.Visit the UBC Calendar, scroll down, and find… read more
Summer can be your time to relax, but four months could be a little too much time! If you still have some energy left from the year, taking summer courses may not be a bad idea.Consider Some Reasons to Take Summer Courses1. Reduce Your Winter WorkloadBy taking summer courses, you can reduce your… read more
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