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Join science at one of the world’s top public research universities
One of Canada's largest paid co-ops
Build your career while exploring your interests and using the skills you learn in class.
Unparalleled experiential learning
Expand your skills with research and field experiences on campus and across B.C.
Active, student centred classes
As a science student, you’re guaranteed a small-class seminar in first year.
An inclusive science community
You can find a home away from home at UBC Science.
Ranked best in Canada—and top 60 in the world—in the following research areas
Find your future in science
Explore your interests and build your skills in one of our diverse programs:
Your career journey with science
Apply the skills you learn in class and build your career while you study, with our accredited coop program.
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Your career journey with science
Find your future in science
Explore your interests and build your skills in one of our diverse programs:
Find your future in science
Explore your interests and build your skills in one of our diverse programs:
Diverse Programs and Expertise
Planetary and Ocean
Astronomy, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Earth and Ocean Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Geographical Sciences, Geological Sciences, Geophysics, Oceanography
Plant and Animal
Botany, Biochemistry, Biology, Biophysics, Zoology
Health and Human Systems
Biotechnology, Cellular and Physiological Sciences, Cognitive Systems, Forensic Science, Microbiology and Immunology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology
Math, Physics and Computation
Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics,
Planetary and Ocean
Plant and Animal
Health and Human Systems
Math, Physics and Computation
Planetary & Ocean
Astronomy, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Earth and Ocean Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Geographical Sciences, Geological Sciences, Geophysics, Oceanography
Health and Human Systems
Biotechnology, Cellular and Physiological Sciences, Cognitive Systems, Forensic Science, Microbiology and Immunology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology
Math, Physics and Computation
Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics,
Diverse programs and expertise
Learn more about our programs:
Find your future in science
Earth and the environment
Atmospheric Science
Earth and Ocean Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Geographical Sciences
Geological Sciences
Geophysics
Oceanography
Chemistry and physics
Astronomy
Biochemistry
Biophysics
Chemistry
Geophysics
Physics
Natural Sciences
Biology
Botany
Zoology
Health and life sciences
Cellular and Physiological Sciences
Cognitive Systems
Forensic Science
Microbiology and Immunology
Neuroscience
Pharmacology
Computation & Data
Computer Science
Data Science
Mathematics
Statistics
Interdisciplinary
Integrated Sciences
Combined Major in Science
Your career journey with science
Shreyas Goyal
“As an international student, co-op was my primary way to get hands-on experience with real computer systems while expanding my professional network.” Program: Computer Science Co-op: Gumloop AI Automation Platform Work: Internship at MicroSoft
Rithika Nair
“Co-op was a vital part of my degree and contributed to expanding my network and building professional skills such as work ethic, communication and collaboration.” Program: Cognitive Systems Co-op: UBC Centre for Heart Lung Innovation Work: BioSignatures Tech
Alexander Khadra
“Co-op allows you to explore options before committing. After exploring various industries, you not only understand the type of job you want but also the industry that you want to work in.” Program: Mathematics Co-op: Boeing Work: University of Toronto
Saambavi Charu Sankaran
“The variety of experiences helped develop my wet-lab techniques and critical analytical skills. Co-op is also a great time to explore different career paths.” Program: Integrated Sciences Co-op: BC Cancer Research Centre Work: Prenuvo MRI Scans
Musqueam First Nation land acknowledegement
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
Faculty of Science
Office of the Dean, Earth Sciences Building2178–2207 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC Canada
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