The Distillation Blog

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    BSc Specialization Application Tips

    As UBC Science's BSc Specialization Application approaches, many students come to Science Advising asking questions. We're here to demystify the application process, highlight common misconceptions, and help you make strategic choices that are right for you.Things to Know Before You Dig… read more

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    Experiment with Your Career

    Whether you're testing out your latest hypothesis in the lab or exploring ideas for your future, the process can be surprisingly similar.The biggest scientific discoveries don’t usually happen over night - the same is true in life and career exploration. It usually takes a few (or sometimes many)… read more

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    Vantage Students Entering UBC Science

    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 year2. Look at your specialization (“major”) on the UBC CalendarIn late June, you’ll learn the results of your… read more

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    How to Deal with Final Exams

    Learn tips to lessen the stress and anxiety you feel during the final exam period.1. It's Natural to Feel Some Anxiety Around ExamsNo matter how much you study or how prepared you are for an exam, you may still feel stress during the exam period. Schedule some time around your studying to take a… read more

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    Making a Final Exam Study Plan, Step by Step

    Planning is a reflective process. We all know we should do it, but where do we begin?1. Figure out your goalsThis needs to be more than just “I want to ace all of my courses.” Be specific, and be realistic. Consider how much time and commitment each goal will require.2. Decide on a systemHow far do… read more

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    Science Imagine UBC Orientation Leader Position Description 2025

    Imagine UBC and the University's orientation programs serve as new students' formal welcome to the University, and to the learning community they have joined. Imagine UBC helps both first year and transfer students begin to find and build a community at UBC, feel supported from their first day on… read more

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    Summer 2025 Enhanced Science Undergraduate Research Experience Awards

    The UBC Vice-President, Research and Innovation (VPRI) office has committed a total of $2 million over the next four years to UBC Vancouver Faculties to support undergraduate research.  The Faculty of Science Dean’s Office has received an additional $100,000 this year to expand the… read more

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    What Happens After My Term 2 Grades Are Submitted?

    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

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    Science Peer Academic Coaches

     Science Peer Academic Coaches help support students in achieving their unique academic goals. Students who work with a SPAC coach see lasting improvements to their study habits.SPAC coaches work with you one-on-one to help you achieve your academic goals at UBC. Chat with a coach to… read more

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    Spotlight on Undergraduate Research

    Share the research you've been involved with! UBC Science wants to showcase the diversity of research happening across our Faculty, as well as the people who are doing it.We are looking for research that ranges from course-based group projects to directed studies research to volunteering or working… 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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