The Distillation Blog

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    Developing Your Career: Steps to Take Early in Your Specialization

    As you enter your specialization this fall, start exploring potential career paths.You have an opportunity to begin to ask new questions about how your studies are equipping you for next steps after school and, ultimately, to pursue an exciting career that matters to you.Think about what excites… read more

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    Getting Ready for September

    As a new student in UBC Science, you’ve successfully registered for your courses for the upcoming school year…but now what?1. Get Your Student ID Card (UBCcard)Your UBC Student ID card (UBCcard) is essential for your years at UBC. You can use it for:Getting your Compass Card on campusMandatory ID… read more

  3. New Science Courses in 2025

    The listed courses are newly offered by the Faculty of Science in 2025.You can review how to find more course details in Workday, including a tutorial to access the course schedule, key terminology you will encounter, and more. You can also refer to resources for course registration, such as degree… read more

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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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    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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    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

  7. The Dean of Science Mark MacLachlan holding a coffee mug

    Coffee House, hosted by the Dean of Science

    You’re invited!Join your fellow Science students and Dean Mark MacLachlan for some hot chocolate, poetry and songs on science topics. Bring a friend and enjoy the creativity of your peers!UBC Science Coffee HouseTuesday March 18, 2025 at 5 - 6 PMAbdul Ladha Science Student CentreMaking a submission… read more

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    What Employers Are Looking For

    One of the key strengths of a Bachelor's Degree is the breadth of your skills and experience.Your degree is designed, in part, to prepare you for jobs that don't yet exist and so that you can adapt to the job market shifts with new technologies and changes. It isn't all about acquiring hands-on… read more

  9. Alert - False Claims by Education Service Companies

    We have heard from some students that certain education services companies falsely claimed that they can help students find UBC research projects or positions on campus for a fee. We want to emphasize that this claim is false and fraudulent.UBC has NO affiliation with any businesses providing… read more

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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

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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