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  1. Credit Requirements and Regulations

    Degree and Arts Credit MinimumIn order to earn their degree, students must complete at least 120 B.F.A.-eligible credits. Of these 120, at least 72 must be taken within the Faculty of Arts1 (see below).A minimum of 50% of total degree credits, 50% of upper-level degree credits, and 50% of upper-level specialization credits (Honours, Major or Minor)...

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    … the student’s program of study, to emphasize learning and academic exploration of the new and unfamiliar, and to … grading scheme are strongly encouraged to speak with an Academic Advisor for course planning and to check Degree …

    Last updated: Thu, 06/13/2024 - 12:55

  2. Degree Requirements for Secondary Teacher Education

    Graduates of the secondary options are prepared to teach one or two subjects in secondary schools (Grades 8-12), depending on prior background.Specializations are offered in virtually all subject areas currently taught in secondary schools in British Columbia. The program offers curriculum and pedagogy courses for all specializations offered.Teache...

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    … of technology education consists of the equivalent of five academic years (150-152 credits) of liberal, technical, and … basis by Admissions. Students who have completed academic requirements for a concentration or a major in …

    Last updated: Tue, 06/18/2024 - 11:27

  3. Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies

    The Department of Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies offers programs of study that lead to the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Master of Arts (M.A.), and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.).We offer a unique opportunity to explore the societies of the ancient Mediterranean and the Near East. Our faculty includes world experts who both teac...

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    … of study that will best prepare them to achieve their academic and professional goals within the field. Transfer … of study that will best prepare them to achieve their academic and professional goals within the field. Transfer …

    Last updated: Mon, 06/10/2024 - 14:56

  4. Course and Specialization Approval

    Students registered in the B.Sc. program may not at the same time be registered in courses at another secondary or post-secondary institution without prior approval. See Concurrent Studies at UBC and Another Post-secondary Institution.A student who has passed a course will not be permitted to repeat that course for higher standing. Courses in the S...

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    … exclusion with a course already passed should consult academic advisors in the appropriate department and also in … students are registered in a specific specialization their academic records cannot be adjudicated for graduation.   … …

    Last updated: Mon, 06/17/2024 - 12:16

  5. Credit Requirements and Regulations

    Degree and Arts Credit MinimumIn order to earn their degree, students must complete at least 120 B.A.-eligible credits. Of these 120, at least 72 must be taken within the Faculty of Arts, except in cases where the program requires more than 48 credits outside of Arts1 (see below).A minimum of 50% of total degree credits, 50% of upper-level degree c...

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    … the student’s program of study, to emphasize learning and academic exploration of the new and unfamiliar, and to … grading scheme are strongly encouraged to speak with an Academic Advisor for course planning and to check Degree …

    Last updated: Fri, 06/14/2024 - 10:03

  6. Romance Studies

     The Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies offers a program of study in Romance Studies that leads to the Bachelor of Arts.Major in Romance StudiesA Major in Romance Studies requires the completion of 42 credits, at least 30 of which must be at the 300- or 400-level. Students must have completed at least one of FREN_V 202, ITAL_V ...

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    … of study that will best prepare them to achieve their academic and professional goals within the field. … of study that will best prepare them to achieve their academic and professional goals within the field. …

    Last updated: Wed, 06/19/2024 - 12:27

  7. Pharmacology

    The Department of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology, and Therapeutics offers opportunities for study leading to doctoral, master's, and bachelor's degrees. For information on advanced degrees, see graduate Pharmacology. For further information on other courses within the department, see the Faculty of Medicine. All students who intend to take the B.Sc. ...

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    … for PCTH_V 398, 399, and 498, in addition to the normal academic requirements, and pay the Co-op Education program … specializations. Selection of students will be based on academic performance and suitability for pharmacological …

    Last updated: Tue, 02/04/2025 - 12:10

  8. Forest Sciences

    The major in Forest Sciences is an academically challenging program for students interested in the biology and dynamics of forest ecosystems. The objective of the program is to develop professionals who understand the dynamics of, and conduct research in, forested ecosystems. The program provides a strong foundation for careers involving the biolog...

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    … The major in Forest Sciences is an academically challenging program for students interested in … in the first weeks of September, January or May of the 3rd academic year. Students in the Honours specialization can …

    Last updated: Thu, 02/06/2025 - 14:37

  9. Degree Requirements

    In order to receive the M.D. degree, students must pass all assessments, all courses, and all years of the four-year M.D. undergraduate program. For more information about courses, please see the Courses Leading to the Doctor of Medicine section below.During the program, individualized curricular time and unstructured curricular time have been allo...

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    … education program objectives, and in conjunction with the academic standards, are requirements for admission. These … at the end of April. Starting with students entering in the academic year of 2018-19, fourth year consists of the …

    Last updated: Wed, 11/20/2024 - 11:43

  10. Visiting Graduate Student

    A visiting graduate student is one who is attending UBC to complete coursework and/or research toward the requirements of a graduate degree at another recognized university. To be eligible for admission as a visiting student to UBC, the student must be currently registered in a graduate program with good standing at the home university, and must pr...

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    … activity which denotes full-time student engagement in academic research. A VIRS may be initially registered at UBC … period from one to 12 months, not necessarily related to academic terms, but will be registered in VURS_V 499 / …

    Last updated: Fri, 07/12/2024 - 12:04

  11. Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

    Degrees Offered: Ph.D., M.Sc.MembersProfessorsM. Allard, S. Aparicio, M. Bally, K. Bennewith, A. M. Churg, H. Cote, A. Devlin, Z. -H. Gao, D. Granville, D. Huntsman, A. Karsan, J. Kizhakkedathu, M. Krajden, G. Krystal, W. Lam, H. Luo, I. Mackenzie, T. Nielsen, C. Seow, P. Sorensen, C. Steidl, F. Takei, B. Verchere, P. Watson, C. Wellington, A. Weng...

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    … from our M.Sc. program having achieved a first class academic standing and demonstrated the ability to do … students must possess a bachelor's or M.D. degree with the academic background outlined in the Eligibility section. …

    Last updated: Wed, 12/04/2024 - 16:01

  12. Degree Requirements for students who enter the program in 2023/24 or earlier

    All students in the Bachelor of Arts degree program must complete the following seven requirements1:Writing and Research RequirementLanguage RequirementScience RequirementLiterature RequirementOutside RequirementUpper-level RequirementArts Credit Minimum Requirement1See also Credit Requirements and Regulations.1. Writing and Research RequirementThe...

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    … for passing a proficiency test. Students must consult Arts Academic Advising . If the language is taught at UBC, … for such examination must first be sought from the academic department providing instruction in the language. … for proficiency examination. Students must consult Arts Academic Advising. Reach or exceed the level specified in …

    Last updated: Wed, 02/26/2025 - 17:31

  13. Bioeconomy Sciences and Technology

    The major in Bioeconomy Sciences and Technology (BEST) is an interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for careers in the non-traditional forestry sector. The major provides students with a solid foundation in science and technology for innovative design and development of renewable materials and energy and sustainable land use strateg...

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    … provide students with work experience integrated with their academic programs. The year-round program normally requires … the required number of work terms along with the normal academic requirements. For more information please contact …

    Last updated: Tue, 01/21/2025 - 15:25

  14. Degree Requirements

    Instruction in the School is offered through several types of courses:The Introductory Workshop, mandatory for all incoming students for a period of one week prior to Labour Day, involves the engagement of environmental and architectural concerns of the West Coast through field trips, design exercises, and seminars.Lecture courses and seminarsDesig...

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    … an established company or organization for two consecutive academic terms. A co-operative education term may commence … Each co-operative education term is equivalent to three academic credits and is considered elective credit. …

    Last updated: Wed, 06/12/2024 - 11:23

  15. English

    Degrees Offered: Ph.D., M.A.MembersProfessor EmeritusL. K. Arnovick, L. J. Brinton, J. Giltrow, N. J. Hudson, E. M. Kröller, I. B. Nadel, J. Segal, M. L. Weir.ProfessorP. Badir, R. C. Cavell, M. Chapman, B. Dancygier, S. Dollinger, S. Echard, A. Frank, S. Guy-Bray, E. Hodgson, D. Justice, L. Moss, V. Nardizzi, K. Philip, A. Te Punga Somerville...

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    … Education Option English Ph.D. students in good academic standing are eligible to apply for the Ph.D. … average of at least 3.33 on a four-point scale based on all academic courses taken during the two senior undergraduate …

    Last updated: Thu, 02/20/2025 - 16:26

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