The University of British Columbia: Rankings, Courses & Admissions

History 

The University of British Columbia was established as McGill BC in 1908. The University opened and the first classes were held in 1915, with a total registration of 435, and was equipped to give courses in all years of the Faculty of Arts, for the degree of B.A. In 1958, with around 10,000 students, full undergraduate degrees were offered among nine Faculties from 15 available degrees.

Education

The University of British Columbia, offers more than 60,000 undergraduate and graduate students an unrivaled choice of degree programs. The university also provides a wide range of choices for learners at all stages of their careers. The quality of education, teaching, learning and research activities that the university offers has ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. The University of British Columbia, Canada, also offers distance and online education. The university is a hub of digital media courses. 

The University of British Columbia, Canada, alumni network represents almost 148 countries with more than 3,70,000 individuals across the globe. Among its alumni, the University of British Columbia tallies 8 Nobel laureates and 71 Rhodes Scholars, including three Canadian prime ministers. 

Here is a list of some notable alumni:

1. Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada

2. Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama

3. Albert Bandura, Canadian-American psychologist

4. Michael Garrett Shanks, Canadian actor, writer and director

5. Joe Clark, 16th prime minister of Canada

6. Michael Smith, won the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in 1993

Campus

Vancouver Campus

2329 West Mall Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 1Z4

Okanagan Campus

3333 University Way Kelowna, BC Canada V1V 1V7

Public/private status

The University of British Columbia, Canada, is a public research university.

USPs

1. The University of British Columbia is one of the top 40 global research universities.

2. Over 370,000 alumni The University of British Columbia is spread across 148 countries.

3. $759.1 million in research funding has been provided for 10,116 projects.

4. Two main campuses of The University of British Columbia are situated in Vancouver and Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley.

5. UBC provides clinical education to Faculty of Medicine students at 80+ training sites across BC.

6. The alumni of the university include 8 Nobel laureates and 3 Canadian prime ministers.

University of British Columbia Ranking

	Times Higher Education Ranking (THE) 2022	Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2021	QS World Ranking 2022
World Ranking	37th	42nd	46th
Canada Ranking	2nd	2nd	3rd
North America Public Institutions Ranking	7th	12th	6th

 

Other Rankings

1. 1st in Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure among 233 institutions

2. 3rd in Climate Action

3. 5th in Sustainable Cities & Communities

4. 5th in Life Below Water

5. 6th in Responsible Consumption & Production

6. 7th in Life on Land

University of British Columbia Acceptance

To become a part of the University of British Columbia, you need to show an incredible academic performance and a sense of strong individuality. The university offers numerous programs at graduation and post-graduation levels ranging from accounting to education, manufacturing to global change, and religion to ethnicity. 

Program	Acceptance rate
Undergraduate	50%
Postgraduate	18%

 

University of British Columbia Fees

The University of British Columbia fees for UG and PG courses for international students range between $41,156 to $53,254 (INR 30,75,073 – INR 39,75,005). Here is the list of top courses offered along with the fees.

Course	Fees
Applied Science	$52,872.26 (₹3934777)
Arts	$41,156.40 (₹3062877)
Commerce	$53,254.50 (₹3963223)
Computer Science	$42,395.70 (₹3155107)
Dental Hygiene	$46,635.27 (₹3470617)
Architecture	$41,857.80 (₹3115076)
Environmental Design	$41,234.40 (₹3068682)
Fine Arts	$41,156.40 (₹3062877)
Forestry	$49,787.40 (₹3705200)
International Economics	$49,787.40 (₹3705200)
Kinesiology	$42,395.70 (₹3155107)
Land and Food system	$45,222.08 (₹3365447)
Medical laboratory Science	$53,701.22 (₹3996468)
Media studies	$41,156.40 (₹3062877)
Midwifery	$49,787.40 (₹3705200)
Music	$38,959.24 (₹2899364)
Nursing	$41,234.40 (₹3068682)
Pharmaceutical science	$42,395.70 (₹3155107)
Science	$42,395.70 (₹3155107)
Social work	$41,156.40 (₹3062877)
Urban Forestry	$42,395.70 (₹3155107)

 

Scholarship Availability at the University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia recognizes the academic performance of outstanding and remarkable students from around the globe by earmarking more than $30 million annually to awards, scholarships, and other forms of financial assistance for international undergraduate students. 

Scholarships	Eligibility criteria
International Major Entrance Scholarship	Entering immediately from secondary school. An international student who will be studying at the University of British Columbia on a Canadian study permit or student visa. (Changes to your citizenship status will affect your International major entrance scholarship eligibility.) Demonstrate extraordinary intellectual performance and academic achievement, as well as remarkable extracurricular and community involvement. Not to be chosen for a need-and-merit-based International Scholars award.
Outstanding International Student Award	Be new to the University of British Columbia, entering immediately from secondary school. Be an international student who will be studying at the University of British Columbia on a Canadian study permit or student visa. (Changes to your citizenship status will affect your International major entrance scholarship eligibility.) Demonstrate extraordinary intellectual performance and academic achievement, as well as remarkable extracurricular and community involvement. Not to be chosen for a need-and-merit-based International Scholars award.

 

University of  British Columbia Requirements

The journey to be a part of the University of British Columbia begins with meeting UBC's general and degree-specific admission requirements. To secure admission to the University of British Columbia, you must successfully meet the degree-specific requirements that depend upon the course you are applying to and the province you are applying from. 

General Admission Requirements

1. English language: All forthcoming students must demonstrate English-language skills prior to admission. 

2. General admission requirements

a) Minimum aggregate of 70% in 11th and 12th  (or their equivalents)

b) At least six academic/non-academic 12th courses

Degree Specific Requirements

 

Course	Requirements
Applied Biology	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Biology  A Grade 12, Pre-Calculus A Grade 12 Chemistry,  A Grade 12 Physics (may be waived off with achievement of 86% score or higher in senior-level chemistry and junior-level or senior-level mathematics, or scores of 5 or higher in IB Mathematics and IB Chemistry)
Applied Science (Engineering)	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Biology  A Grade 12, Pre-Calculus A Grade 12 Chemistry,  A Grade 12 Physics
Bachelor + Master of Management	One of BA, BKin, BFA, BMS, BSc, BMus, BSc APBI, BSc GRS, BSc FNH, BSc WPP, BSc NRC, or BSF Additional application required to the University of British Columbia Sauder School of Business
Commerce (UBC Sauder School of Business)	A Grade 12 English and  A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus
Dental hygiene	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Chemistry  A Grade 12 Biology  Along with the Supplemental submission and interview process
Design in Architecture	A Grade 12 English Along with the Supplemental submission such as video interview, creative test, and resume
Fine Arts directly disciplined only; excludes Creative Writing)	A Grade 12 English Along with an Audition or portfolio
Food, Nutrition, and Health	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Biology  A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A Grade 12 Physics, or A Grade 12 Chemistry
Forestry and Urban Forestry	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Biology  A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A Grade 12 Physics, or A Grade 12 Chemistry
Indigenous Teacher Education Program (NITEP)	A Grade 12 English
International Economics	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus
Kinesiology	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Biology  A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A Grade 12 Physics, or A Grade 12 Chemistry
Media Studies	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus  Along with the Portfolio submission
Music	A Grade 12 English Along with the Audition and portfolio submission, students in composition is preferred  A letters of reference
Pharmaceutical Sciences	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Biology  A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A Grade 12 Physics, or A Grade 12 Chemistry
Science	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Biology  A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A Grade 12 Physics, or A Grade 12 Chemistry
Wood Products Processing	A Grade 12 English A Grade 12 Biology  A Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A Grade 12 Physics, or A Grade 12 Chemistry

 

University of British Columbia Admission Process

1. Choose what to study

While applying to the University of British Columbia, you will have the opportunity to select the first and second choice of degree. The degree you choose will determine the program options in your second or third year of study.

2. Write a personal profile

The personal profile is crucial for your application. It's a chance to tell the University about your life achievements and experiences to help the University determine if you are a good fit for it.

3. Get in touch

Contact the admission counsellor to find the process in more detail. There are two campuses of the University. You must choose the campus depending on the course you are choosing. Contact details can be found on the University of British Columbia's website. 

4. Attend an Interview

After contacting the University, you need to attend an interview with the campus inclusion facilitator. The interview is to learn more about the aspirant's desire and hopes after education.

5. Receive the offer

About a month after the interview; the University will contact you to let you know about the confirmation if you are selected or not.

Placements

The placement cell of the University of British Columbia, Canada, aims for an all-around development of their students and is designed to take their professional career to the next level.  

Depending on eligibility, international graduate students have several work options including on-campus and off-campus opportunities.

Disclaimer! All course fees and salaries are approximate amounts subject to change depending on various conditions.

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