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    Struggling to Find the Motivation?

    Learn how to get motivated so you can reach your academic and degree goals.What is Motivation?Motivation is what helps you do something and, ultimately, to achieve your goals. It is what drives you to study for that exam or to go to the gym. There are many different reasons for why you act the way… read more

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    Studying for Mathematics & Physics Courses

    Mathematics and Physics may be difficult for many students, but with the right strategies, you can succeed.1. Figure out early whether to rely on lecture notes, textbook, or another resource.Some instructors write very methodical notes, presenting step-by-step explanations and evidence for key… read more

  3. Your Degree Promotion and Progression in Workday

    About WorkdayOn May 21, 2024, the Student Service Centre (SSC) is replaced by a new system called Workday (myworkday.ubc.ca) for a modern educational experience. This means that information you currently access in the SSC is now found in Workday, including course schedule and registration, grades,… read more

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    Workday Replaces the Student Service Centre (SSC)

    About WorkdayOn May 21, 2024, the Student Service Centre (SSC) is replaced by a new system called Workday for a modern educational experience. This means that information you currently access in the SSC is now found in Workday, including course schedule and registration, grades, tuition summary and… read more

  5. Second Undergraduate Degrees

     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

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    Science Student Leadership in 2024

    Science is always looking for students to step up to the challenge and get involved. Whether you're looking to gain professional skills, work with motivated peers, or just have fun, look below and plan ahead for upcoming opportunities.Imagine Orientation LeadersSupport the transition of around… read more

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    Research opportunities for Science undergraduates in 2024

    As a UBC Science student, you may be interested in undertaking an academic research experience during your undergrad. Below are three of the major opportunities you can explore. Be sure to thoroughly read all requirements, conditions, and considerations.NSERC Undergraduate Student Research… read more

  9. Highlighted New and Updated Courses for 23W

    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

  10. How to Study Even Smarter

    Did you know that you may need to adapt some of the strategies that have worked for you in the past now that you're in a university context? You've probably heard that coursework and studying can take a significant amount of your available time. It all comes back to the phrase "study smarter, not… read more

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

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