Programs and degree options - UBC Science
PROGRAM OPTIONS: Major or Honours, Atmospheric Science | Combined Honours, Atmospheric Science and Computer Science | Co-op
Welcome | UBC Science
Dec 17, 2024 · At UBC Science, you’ll study at a top international research university, learn from faculty members committed to teaching excellence.
BSc Specialization Application: Requirements | UBC Science
The application will open in Spring 2025. You must complete all departmental and faculty requirements listed below by the end of the current Winter Session for any specialization to which you apply. What’s the difference between the course requirements listed in the Calendar and the specialization ...
Welcome | Combined Major in Science
The Combined Major in Science is suited for students interested in combining three science disciplines or designing the focus of their program. With around 40 combinations of science discipline packages, students are sure to find a package that meets their interest and career goals. On completing their BSc degree with the CMS specialization, students will be equipped with a background that ...
Choosing Your Courses in First Year Science | UBC Science
Having trouble deciding what courses to take in first year? This guide is here to help. Step 1: Determine Your Areas of Interest What is a specialization? A specialization is also known as a major. By the end of first year, every UBC Science undergraduate student must choose a specific area of study. Throughout the rest of your time at UBC, …
Science Advising | UBC Science
What types of questions can't we answer? Your departmental advisor is the best contact for discussing requirements for your specific specialization (e.g., major). They can also help you choose courses once you’re in the specialization and navigate waitlists. At Science Advising, we are happy to help you plan for the BSc Specialization Application, …
Post-secondary Transfer Applicants - UBC Science
Who is a Transfer Applicant?Anyone seeking admission after studying in a different post-secondary program at UBC or elsewhere. That includes:
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Sep 21, 2023 · Balanophora shed one third of its genes as it evolved into a streamlined parasitic plant—an extreme degree of genome shrinkage even among parasites—according to new research in Nature Plants.
Biology - UBC Science
Biology is a broad field dedicated to the study of all aspects of living things: animals, plants, insects and microbes, as well as their relationships to their environments. At UBC you'll have a diverse range of courses to choose from, including sub-disciplines lke ecology, human biology and animal physiology.
Microbiology and Immunology - UBC Science
UBC Microbiology and Immunology is a leading centre for the study of bacteria, fungi and viruses--and their roles in human health and disease, agriculture, natural ecosystems, energy and sustainability. The department is known for its work in the human microbiome and immune system and how they affect human health, including warding off infection, cancers, or autoimmune diseases. You'll build ...