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 usual required Honours course load while adjusting to online learning.
As UBC Science's second year 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 you make strategic choices that are right for you.
The Faculty of Science has introduced new degree requirements for students starting their BSc degree in September 2018 or later. If you are a current Science student, regardless of your start date, find out what this means for you.
Find out what you'll need to know and do to apply for a specialization in the next few months.
Science Academic Advisors will share key information including answering the important questions like "how?" and "when?", to ensure that you are on the right track for second year. Advisors will also stick around after the info session to give you a chance to ask your questions. Of the 140 questions asked by participants, the top voted questions have previously included:
Science Peer Academic Coaches (SPAC) help you discover which study methods work best for you.
