Degrees and Programs
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Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
(Bachelor, Master’s, Doctoral)
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Anthropology (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Study what it means to be human in the broadest possible sense. Anthropologists are interested in the findings of all fields pertaining to humans and the processes of social and cultural life in human societies past and present, near and far. It connects the natural sciences, the social sciences, and the humanities. Cultural Anthropology is a main area of focus at UBC's Okanagan campus.
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Cultural Studies (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
This program draws together core courses from three themes: media and popular cultures; global cultural studies; critical and cultural theory. Your coursework – in internet culture, film and television, activism, globalization, and human rights, among others – will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a wide variety of professions.
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Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Learn about the world and our place in it through a deeper understanding of sexuality, femininity, embodiment, and social justice. This dynamic program draws from across the humanities, social sciences, and cultural studies.
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International Relations (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
The International Relations program draws on diverse disciplines, including political science, history, sociology, economics, and anthropology to equip you with the skills necessary to critically assess the contours and dynamics of international politics and events – from conflicts in Afghanistan and the Congo, to the rise of women as political actors.
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Media Studies (BMS)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Bachelor |
Explore new media and internet technology, blending artistic, technical, and critical-thinking skills. As part of collaborative teams working on innovative, socially and economically relevant projects, you will have the opportunity to develop a portfolio of skills and experiences to meet today’s employment and entrepreneurial needs.
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Philosophy (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Train to be a better thinker and problem-solver by studying the ideas of eminent theorists, from the ancient masters to contemporary scholars. Studying philosophy will, among other things, allow you to examine and express ideas and arguments clearly, precisely, and logically.
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Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Explore three of the most important fields in shaping our understanding of society, Canadian public policy, and the world. You'll study a wide variety of foundational and advanced courses that prepare you for careers in business or government, to undertake studies in law, business, commerce, journalism, social work, education, or public administration.
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Political Science (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Examine how government affects our lives, and gain a deeper understanding of the forces that shape law, society, the economy, and politics. You'll develop in-depth knowledge of political systems, issues, and trends while you learn to conduct research, present arguments, and work and lead effectively.
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Psychology (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Psychology explores diverse topics, from the factors involved in social interactions among individuals and groups, to the processes underlying the nervous system, to moral development in children and what gives us a sense of well-being. Round out your degree with arts or science courses that complement your study of human and animal behaviour.
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Sociology (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Examine social and cultural life in human societies while exploring challenging community issues. The department of sociology at UBC's Okanagan campus is committed to a sociological imagination that challenges you to apply your theoretical and analytical skills to exploring, understanding, and exposing how power, privilege, and inequality are controlled, secured, and expressed by the few for the domination of the many.
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology deals with the structure and function of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids – the basic constituents of living cells. Biochemists work to understand the structure of cells and how they function at the molecular level. This program includes a wide variety of foundational and advanced courses that cover metabolic pathways, the chemistry of winemaking, pharmacology, and more.
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Biology (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Get your hands dirty in the laboratory and in the field while you study all aspects of living things and their processes. You’ll gain an excellent foundation in all fields of biology while learning the practical skills of a working biologist. Within the Biology program, you can choose to specialize in a number of subject areas including ecology, cell and developmental biology, and physiology.
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Chemistry (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
A chemistry degree can open doors to medical, dental, osteopathic, or veterinary school, and many other careers in health-related professions. The Chemistry program includes a wide variety of foundational and advanced courses that cover atomic, molecular, physical, organic, environmental chemistry, and more.
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Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Investigate the origin, maintenance, and organization of biodiversity and how organisms interact within the natural world. You’ll develop an understanding of core biology concepts and principles, and gain practical experience in the laboratory, field, and classroom, where you’ll develop computer and communication skills.
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Environmental Chemistry (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Environmental Chemistry provides you with a solid education in the four key areas of chemistry – analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry – along with core courses in Environmental Chemistry, and other fields such as Biology and Earth and Environmental Science. Learn how the environment works, plus learn how to analyze parts per trillion of environmental contaminants, and how to monitor environmental impacts on the environment.
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Freshwater Science (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
This program will prepare you for careers related to inland aquatic ecosystems. You will study water quality, hydrology, water resources, aquatic organisms and the health of aquatic ecosystems.
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General Science (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Get a strong foundation in the sciences with the opportunity to specialize in two or three specific subjects. The General Science program is appropriate if you plan to continue studying in professional areas such as post-secondary education, business administration, dentistry, law, medicine, or veterinary medicine.
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Microbiology (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Explore fascinating new worlds at the microscopic level in Microbiology, the study of life too small to see with the naked eye. This program will prepare you for a career in microbiology, including food and beverage industries, health sciences, and environmental sciences.
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Zoology (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Explore the animal kingdom as a biological scientist by studying behaviours, physiology, anatomy, and the entire animal organism. You'll gain practical experience and skills in laboratory and fieldwork, computers, and communication.
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Civil Engineering (BASc)
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Engineering, School of | Bachelor |
In Civil Engineering, you’ll build a solid foundation, from the ground up – from soil mechanics and foundation engineering, to the design of structures, roads and transportation networks, river and flood management systems, construction management and law, environmental engineering (water and wastewater networks and treatment plants, air pollution, and waste management), and municipal engineering.
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Computer Science (BA)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Find out how Computer Science complements Arts disciplines, and discover how to use your artistic creativity with technology to benefit society. Learn how to use and improve computers while you explore topics such as databases and operating systems, software engineering, security, web development, and numerical methodology. You’ll also learn about specialty areas such as computational intelligence, bioinformatics, and computer graphics and animation.
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Data Science (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
This program provides you with a thorough training in Data Science, which focuses on making decisions supported by data. It is grounded in Statistics, to formulate relevant questions and determine the answer based on data; and Computer Science, to manipulate and visualize data efficiently.
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Electrical Engineering (BASc)
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Engineering, School of | Bachelor |
Study at the cutting-edge of technology and be part of global solutions related to energy conservation, power grids, communications networks, and intelligent products. You’ll be solidly schooled from the ground up before studying modern topics in electrical engineering, including communications, electromagnetics, microsystems, nanotechnology, power systems, and electronics.
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Mathematics (BA)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Acquire powerful tools for solving practical problems in a highly creative environment that demands logic, precision, intuition, and imagination. Learn to reveal and explain patterns in everyday life, from electrical impulses in an animal’s nervous system, to fluctuations in stock market prices, or the fine detail in an abstract geometrical object.
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Mechanical Engineering (BASc)
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Engineering, School of | Bachelor |
Investigate practical, hands-on ways of creating and improving physical systems to meet the demand of modern industries, from aircraft and energy systems to biomedical, mechatronics, and manufacturing.
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Statistics (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Statistics is the science of understanding and managing uncertainty and is ultimately concerned with using theory and methods to extract information from data to solve real word problems. This program provides you with a solid grounding in the theoretical, computational, and applied aspects of statistical science.
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Economics (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Economics will change the way you look at the world, increase your understanding of fundamental human behaviour, and improve your reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. You’ll take courses like “Poverty and Inequality,” “Economics of Technological Change,” and “Economics of Public Choice.”
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Management (BMgt)
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Management, Faculty of | Bachelor |
Focus your studies on accounting, entrepreneurial technology, finance, human resources, marketing, sustainability, and operations/supply chain management, while embracing the Faculty of Management’s cross-disciplinary approach to education. Understand how to navigate today’s rapidly changing world through intensive collaboration and teamwork, critical thinking, and an appreciation for shared solutions.
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Earth and Environmental Sciences (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Explore the natural processes that shape Earth and how humans influence the planet. Investigate mineral resources, structural geology, water resources, environmental systems, hydrology, climate, land use patterns, geochemistry and other topics. Gain hands-on skills in experimentation, data collection, field and laboratory techniques, analysis methods, GIS and spatial representation, and scientific writing.
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Geography (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Explore human and physical landscapes and their interconnections on the surface of the earth. Geography is a unique academic discipline because of its ability to integrate ideas and methods from many disciplines. It also concerns "spatial" or areal patterns, relationships and processes on the Earth's surface, and a focus on environmental studies.
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Health and Exercise Sciences (BHES)
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Health and Social Development, Faculty of | Bachelor |
Discover how human movement impacts health. As a graduate of this program, you will be an adaptable leader who has the ability to work across with various populations to enhance their health and wellbeing.
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Medicine (MD)
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Southern Medical Program, Faculty of Medicine | Bachelor |
Meet the health-care challenges of tomorrow with a career based on evidence-based practice, critical reflection, lifelong learning, and the highest standards of professionalism. This program is designed to educate and train you in communities across British Columbia where there is an urgent need for more physicians, particularly in rural, northern, and island areas.
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Nursing (BSN)
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Health and Social Development, Faculty of | Bachelor |
Discover an essential understanding of people within the context of health and healing in today’s society while you prepare for a professional licensure as a registered nurse. As a professional nurse, and a graduate of this program, you will be qualified to provide professional nursing services, deliver health-education programs, and provide consultative nursing services to promote, maintain, and restore patient health.
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Art History and Visual Culture (BA)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Bachelor |
Explore a variety of global perspectives for studying art and visual culture, with courses on the arts of South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. You’ll develop critical thinking and writing skills while you analyze diverse forms of art and visual culture, including “high” art, pop culture, architecture, everyday objects, and performance in their cultural and historical contexts.
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Creative Writing (BA)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Bachelor |
In Creative Writing, you’ll study literature and literary criticism, as well as key aspects of the writing process – from crafting a scene, to pacing a story, working with imagery, and hooking a reader’s interest. Your studies will familiarize you with practical aspects of the writing life, and will include courses in poetry, short fiction, editing and publishing, and more.
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Visual Arts (BFA)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Bachelor |
Train with the next generation of artists and cultural producers. Learn in cutting-edge facilities designed for traditional and digital-studio arts courses. The Visual Arts program offers a perfect balance of studio work and academic study, immersing you in hands-on critical and contemporary art education.
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History (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Shape your understanding of political, economic, and social change, from the dawn of civilization to the 21st century. A historian might conduct research in an institution where artifacts and documents of the past are held, or curate collections of historical exhibitions in museums and galleries. Historians are expert storytellers and may develop journalistic or historical works of fiction in print, online, or multimedia platforms.
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Indigenous Studies (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
In the interdisciplinary Indigenous Studies program you'll learn about indigenous perspectives and governance, the justice system, land claims, traditional ecological knowledge, and the protection of heritage in the Okanagan, Canada, U.S., and world communities. You'll build the foundational skills needed to pursue a career in government, in Aboriginal Peoples organizations, in indigenous leadership roles and resource management, or to pursue graduate studies.
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English (BA)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Bachelor |
Mastery of the English language is a powerful political and philosophical tool to expand career options in the information age. Become an expert communicator in such occupations as speechwriter, editor and media producer.
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French (BA)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Bachelor |
Gain strong skills in French language and a critical insight into Francophone literatures and cultures within a global context. The study of French can be an excellent focus for your degree or a perfect complement to a program of study.
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Languages (BA)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Bachelor |
Study culture, history, linguistics, translation and much more to acquire practical skills in reading, writing and oral communication.
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General Studies (BA)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
If you're searching for a general liberal studies program, this could be the place for you. During your studies you can draw from four categories – Humanities, Social Science, Science, and Creative and Performing Arts.
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Education—Teaching Adolescents or Teaching Children (BEd)
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Education, Okanagan School of | Bachelor |
This program provides significant practical experience with a generalist focus, which means putting students and the quality of their learning first and foremost. In the Teaching Children pathway (Kindergarten to Grade 5+) or the Teaching Adolescents pathway (Grades 6 to 9+), you’ll have the opportunity to personalize your studies by choosing a community-based field experience and elective courses in the Summer Institute.
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Physics (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Become a versatile scientist who seeks to understand how matter and energy work. You'll learn how to use observation and analysis to discover and explain the physical laws and forces of nature, such as gravity, electromagnetism, and nuclear interactions.
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Manufacturing Engineering (BASc)
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Engineering, School of | Bachelor |
Investigate the evolving world of manufacturing including additive manufacturing, advanced materials, adaptive robotics, artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, digitalization, factory planning, and production management.
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Interior Salish Languages—NłeɁkepmx, Nsyilxcn or St’át’imc (B.Nłek, BNLF or BSTAT)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Achieve advanced proficiency levels in Interior Salish languages while learning about multiple ways to contribute to language recovery and revitalization efforts in your communities. Note: This program is not direct-entry.
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Sustainability (BSust)
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Interdisciplinary | Bachelor |
Develop your skills and knowledge to enable you to take action to solve sustainability problems at both a local and global scale. Learn how to critically assess and propose solutions to contemporary sustainability challenges, such as climate change, pollution, and social and economic inequality. You'll gain a diverse set of skills through both foundational knowledge and hands-on, community-based learning.
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Biology (MSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Focus on research with cutting-edge technology and individualized attention from top professors who enable your best scientific work. The MSc degree is centred on conducting research in the biological sciences. Graduates of the MSc program are prepared for positions in government, management, industry, education, consulting, or for PhD research.
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Biology (PhD)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Doctoral |
Focus on research with cutting-edge technology and individualized attention from top professors who enable your best scientific work. The PhD degree is centred on conducting original research. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers requiring advanced independent research and teaching in academia, government, and industry.
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (MSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Conduct research to discover and characterize fundamental processes relevant to essential biological systems. The MSc degree is designed to enable and support students as they conduct original research, develop teaching and mentoring skills, and become engaged in the scientific community at large.
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (PhD)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Doctoral |
Conduct research to discover and characterize fundamental processes relevant to essential biological systems. The PhD degree is designed to enable and support students as they conduct original research, develop teaching and mentoring skills, and become engaged in the scientific community at large.
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Chemistry (MSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Become our colleague. Become a leader. Engage in cutting-edge research in this dynamic research-based graduate program. Students enrolled in the MSc program will learn useful skills and methods as well as undertake practical research on real-world problems in the field of chemistry. Graduates with the MSc degree are prepared for employment opportunities in government, management, industry, education, and consulting, or for further studies leading toward an advanced degree such as the PhD.
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Chemistry (PhD)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Doctoral |
Become our colleague. Become a leader. Engage in cutting-edge research in this dynamic research-based graduate program. The PhD is an advanced research degree that requires original and substantive contributions to the advancement of our understanding of chemistry. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers that involve conducting independent research and teaching in academia, government, and industry.
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Economics (BSc)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Study how people, institutions, and nations create and manage scarce resources, make choices by comparing costs and benefits, and act purposefully on those choices. You’ll take courses like “Intermediate Microeconomic Analysis,” “Introduction to Empirical Economics,” and “Competitiveness in the International Economy.”
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Mathematics (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Acquire powerful tools for solving practical problems in a highly creative environment that demands logic, precision, intuition, and imagination. Learn to reveal and explain patterns in everyday life, from electrical impulses in an animal’s nervous system, to fluctuations in stock market prices, or the fine detail in an abstract geometrical object.
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Psychology (BSc)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Psychology explores diverse topics, from the factors involved in social interactions among individuals and groups, to the processes underlying the nervous system, to moral development in children and what gives us a sense of well-being. Round out your degree with arts or science courses that complement your study of human and animal behaviour.
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Computer Science (BSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Bachelor |
Learn how to use and improve computers while you explore topics such as databases and operating systems, software engineering, security, web development, and numerical methodology. You’ll also learn about specialty areas such as computational intelligence, bioinformatics, and computer graphics and animation.
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Computer Science (MSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Multiply your creativity, problem solving and innovation skills, and expand your impact on our increasingly digital world. The MSc degree is centred on conducting research in computer science for the thesis-based option or on completing a significant project for the project-based option. The MSc in computer science has three clusters, including: general computer science, data science and optimization.
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Computer Science (PhD)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Doctoral |
Multiply your creativity, problem solving and innovation skills, and expand your impact on our increasingly digital world. The PhD is an advanced research degree that requires original and substantive contributions to the advancement of our understanding of computer science.
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Data Science (MDS)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Covering all stages of the data science value chain, UBC’s Okanagan campus Master of Data Science program prepares graduates to thrive in one of the world’s most in-demand fields. Over 10 months, you’ll learn how to extract and analyze data in all its forms, how to turn data into knowledge, and how to clearly communicate your recommendations to decision-makers.
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Earth and Environmental Sciences (MSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Collaborate with colleagues and top professors in the study of Earth dynamics, including its surface, interior, and human impacts. Students enrolled in the MSc program will learn useful skills and methods as well as undertake practical research on real-world problems in earth and environmental sciences.
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Earth and Environmental Sciences (PhD)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Doctoral |
Collaborate with colleagues and top professors in the study of Earth dynamics, including its surface, interior, and human impacts. The PhD is an advanced research degree that requires original and substantive contributions to the advancement of our understanding of earth and environmental systems.
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Education (MA)
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Education, Okanagan School of | Master's |
Participate in an intellectual community designed to promote critical and creative thinking about contemporary educational issues. The MA degree is primarily for educators who wish to develop their expertise as educational researchers in addition to their interest in a thematic area of study.
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Education (MEd)
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Education, Okanagan School of | Master's |
Participate in an intellectual community designed to promote critical and creative thinking about contemporary educational issues. This degree is ideal for students interested in deepening their professional learning, or are seeking graduate credentialing to further their educational leadership work in formal and informal roles.
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Education (EdD)
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Education, Okanagan School of | Doctoral |
Build deep professional knowledge, solve problems of practice and grow as an educational leader. The Doctor of Education (EdD) is designed to inform, empower, and engage current and aspiring leaders.
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Engineering (MASc)
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Engineering, School of | Master's |
Focus on innovation at one of Canada’s leading project-based engineering schools. Individualized attention and industry connections enable your success in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering. MASc programs are designed to meet a student’s needs within the graduate course offerings of the School of Engineering. Students select courses in consultation with their supervisor to suit research or career interests.
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Engineering (MEng)
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Engineering, School of | Master's |
Focus on innovation at one of Canada’s leading project-based engineering schools. Individualized attention and industry connections enable your success in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering. The course-based MEng program is designed for engineering graduates who want to advance their careers with further education.
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Engineering (PhD)
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Engineering, School of | Doctoral |
Focus on innovation at one of Canada’s leading project-based engineering schools. Individualized attention and industry connections enable your success in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering. The PhD program is designed for engineering graduates who want to magnify their knowledge and skills through rigorous research practices related to civil, mechanical or electrical engineering.
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English (MA)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Master's |
Explore the notion of place in literature and culture through experiential learning, digital methodologies and traditional humanistic scholarship. UBC Okanagan’s Master of Arts (MA) degree in English provides training in the theory, methods, and practice of literary studies in English. The program emphasizes a theme of place and its importance to culture and literature in both present and historical perspective.
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Fine Arts (MFA)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Master's |
Immerse in a dynamic, studio-based environment alongside accomplished artists and scholars guiding your focus in Creative Writing, Visual Arts or Interdisciplinary Studies. Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program at UBC’s Okanagan campus in Kelowna, BC provides students with opportunities to develop sophisticated production skills within a variety of media.
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Health and Exercise Sciences (MSc)
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Health and Social Development, Faculty of | Master's |
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Kinesiology (PhD)
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Health and Social Development, Faculty of | Doctoral |
The PhD in Kinesiology is a research-intensive program that does not have mandatory coursework. However, a student may elect to take courses or the student’s supervisor/supervisory committee may require that some coursework be completed. Prior to starting an application, interested students are strongly urged to identify and contact a potential research supervisor.
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Digital Arts and Humanities (MA)
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Interdisciplinary | Master's |
Using digital technologies to explore questions central to the arts and humanities; applying arts and humanities frameworks to digital tools and technologies. The MA interdisciplinary degree in digital arts and humanities draws upon a well-established network of researchers as the foundation for this program. Graduate students have access to the expertise of diverse, nationally and internationally recognized researchers from a variety of faculties and disciplines in a coherent, thematic framework.
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Digital Arts and Humanities (PhD)
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Interdisciplinary | Doctoral |
Using digital technologies to explore questions central to the arts and humanities; applying arts and humanities frameworks to digital tools and technologies. The PhD degree is centered on participating faculty and students convening on a regular basis to share ideas, learn about each other’s work, identify opportunities for collaboration, and broaden their interdisciplinary expertise. Faculty scholars all have experience with digital arts and humanities research, and are committed to the interdisciplinary nature of the program.
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Community Engagement, Social Change, Equity (MA)
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Interdisciplinary | Master's |
Engage community stakeholders as part of a collaborative process, recognizing the unique strengths of all parties involved. The interdisciplinary master’s degree in community engagement, social change, and equity gives graduate students access to the expertise of diverse, nationally and internationally recognized researchers from a variety of faculties and disciplines in a coherent, thematic framework.
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Community Engagement, Social Change, Equity (PhD)
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Interdisciplinary | Doctoral |
Engage community stakeholders as part of a collaborative process, recognizing the unique strengths of all parties involved. The PhD degree is centred on conducting original, cutting-edge research in areas related to community engagement, social change, and equity. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers requiring advanced independent research and teaching in academia, government, and industry.
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Global Studies (MA)
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Interdisciplinary | Master's |
Explore the intersection of global politics, economics, social policy, and culture. The interdisciplinary master’s degree in global studies gives graduate students access to the expertise of diverse, nationally and internationally recognized researchers from a variety of faculties and disciplines in a coherent, thematic framework.
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Global Studies (PhD)
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Interdisciplinary | Doctoral |
Explore the intersection of global politics, economics, social policy, and culture. The PhD degree is centred on conducting original, cutting-edge research in areas related to global studies. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers requiring advanced independent research and teaching in academia, government, and industry.
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Power, Conflict, and Ideas (MA)
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Interdisciplinary | Master's |
Understand the causes and consequences of the issues that drive our world. The interdisciplinary master’s degree in power, conflict, and ideas gives graduate students access to the expertise of diverse, nationally and internationally recognized researchers from a variety of faculties and disciplines in a coherent, thematic framework.
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Power, Conflict, and Ideas (PhD)
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Interdisciplinary | Doctoral |
Understand the causes and consequences of the issues that drive our world. The PhD degree is centred on conducting original, cutting-edge research in areas related to governance, social change, policymaking, inequality, and conflict. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers requiring advanced independent research and teaching in academia, government, and industry.
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Sustainability (MA)
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Interdisciplinary | Master's |
Seek solutions to the multifaceted challenges of sustainability. The MSc and MA interdisciplinary degrees in sustainability give graduate students access to the expertise of diverse, nationally and internationally recognized researchers from a variety of faculties and disciplines in a coherent, thematic framework.
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Sustainability (MSc)
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Interdisciplinary | Master's |
Seek solutions to the multifaceted challenges of sustainability. The MSc and MA interdisciplinary degrees in sustainability give graduate students access to the expertise of diverse, nationally and internationally recognized researchers from a variety of faculties and disciplines in a coherent, thematic framework.
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Sustainability (PhD)
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Interdisciplinary | Doctoral |
Seek solutions to the multifaceted challenges of sustainability. The PhD degree is centred on conducting original, cutting-edge research in sustainability. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers requiring advanced independent research and teaching in academia, government, and industry.
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Urban and Regional Studies (MA)
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Interdisciplinary | Master's |
Examining the phenomena that affect those in urban and rural settings. The MA and MSc interdisciplinary degrees in urban and regional studies gives graduate students access to the expertise of diverse, nationally and internationally recognized researchers from a variety of faculties and disciplines in a coherent, thematic framework.
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Urban and Regional Studies (MSc)
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Interdisciplinary | Master's |
Examining the phenomena that affect those in urban and rural settings. The MA and MSc interdisciplinary degrees in urban and regional studies gives graduate students access to the expertise of diverse, nationally and internationally recognized researchers from a variety of faculties and disciplines in a coherent, thematic framework.
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Urban and Regional Studies (PhD)
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Interdisciplinary | Doctoral |
Examining the phenomena that affect those in urban and rural settings. The PhD degree is centred on conducting original, cutting-edge research in the field of urban and regional studies. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers requiring advanced independent research and teaching in academia, government, and industry.
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Management (MM)
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Management, Faculty of | Master's |
Regionally focused and globally connected, the Master of Management degree program engages with issues directly relevant to your work, organizations and regions. Explore new and nimble ways of leading and managing in a rapidly changing globalized world. The post-experience Master of Management is a boundary-pushing program that focuses on management in the context of social and economic change.
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Mathematics (MSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Build a solid foundation in mathematical and statistical theory with a view to applications in science and industry. Mathematics students enrolled in the MSc program will learn theory and methods, as well as undertake a practical research project. Graduates with an MSc degree are prepared for employment opportunities in research and teaching, as well as industry and government, or for further studies leading toward an advanced degree such as a PhD.
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Mathematics (PhD)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Doctoral |
Build a solid foundation in mathematical and statistical theory with a view to applications in science and industry. The PhD is an advanced research degree that requires original and substantive contributions to the advancement of our understanding of an area of mathematics or statistics. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers that involve teaching and/or conducting independent research and teaching within academia, governmental, and industrial settings.
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Medical Physics (MSc)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Apply physics-based concepts and methodologies to make a meaningful difference in medical and health fields. The MSc degree is centred on conducting research that addresses current health-care challenges centred primarily around cancer diagnosis and treatment. Graduates of the MSc program are prepared for positions in clinical service and consultation, research and development, teaching or for PhD research.
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Medical Physics (PhD)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Doctoral |
Apply physics-based concepts and methodologies to make a meaningful difference in medical and health fields. The PhD degree is centred on conducting original research. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers requiring advanced independent research and teaching in academia, cancer centres, research hospitals, government and industry.
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Nursing (MSN)
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Health and Social Development, Faculty of | Master's |
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program provides a student-centered, world-class academic environment. Students gain valuable knowledge in leadership, research, education and policy. Learn from leading nursing education, practice and research scholars while contributing to the development and application of nursing knowledge.
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Nursing (PhD)
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Health and Social Development, Faculty of | Doctoral |
The PhD in Nursing Program is designed to prepare researchers and leaders to develop the knowledge base of nursing. The School of Nursing at the Okanagan Campus has pioneered flexible delivery methods for graduate students in the Okanagan region and has significant experience in providing high quality graduate education to students within the province, across Canada, and internationally.
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Psychology (MA)-PhD Track
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Conceive and conduct original research. Develop skills and expertise leading to future professional research and/or clinical careers. Students enrolled in the MA (PhD Track) program will learn to apply skills and methods in the science and practice of psychology, as well as undertake practical and/or clinical research in the field.
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Psychology (PhD)
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Arts and Social Sciences, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Doctoral |
Conceive and conduct original research. Develop skills and expertise leading to future professional research and/or clinical careers. The PhD is an advanced research degree program that requires original and substantive contributions to the advancement of the field of psychology.
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Social Work (MSW)
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Health and Social Development, Faculty of | Master's |
Prepare for direct social work practice by building the skills to help individuals, families, groups and communities enhance their individual and collective well-being. The Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program at UBC’s Okanagan campus provides students with a wide knowledge base and advanced clinical skills required for effective social work practice with individuals, families, groups, and communities. Our students graduate ready for professional leadership roles in clinical and direct-practice organizations.
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Teaching English and Additional Languages (Cert)
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Education, Okanagan School of | Certificate |
The Teaching English and Additional Languages (TEAL) Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (12-credits) is for students interested in teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), teaching English as a second language (TESL), teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL), or teaching other additional and heritage languages to learners in a wide range of contexts.
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Interdisciplinary Studies in Contemporary Education (Cert)
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Education, Okanagan School of | Certificate |
The Interdisciplinary Studies in Contemporary Education Post-Baccalaureate Certificate (12 credits) provides professional development opportunities for educators and responds to the needs of schools and districts for education specialists. These are post-degree professional programs designed to complement post-secondary education that has already been achieved. The program is designed to prepare teachers and education specialists to work with children and adolescents in a variety of areas, including early learning, inclusive education, and language and literacy.
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Interdisciplinary Studies in Contemporary Education (Dip)
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Education, Okanagan School of | Diploma |
The Interdisciplinary Studies in Contemporary Education Post-Baccalaureate Diploma (30 credits) provides professional development opportunities for educators and responds to the needs of schools and districts for education specialists. These are post-degree professional programs designed to complement post-secondary education that has already been achieved. The program is designed to prepare teachers and education specialists to work with children and adolescents in a variety of areas, including early learning, inclusive education, and language and literacy.
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Communications & Rhetoric (Cert)
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Creative and Critical Studies, Faculty of | Certificate |
The Certificate in Communications and Rhetoric is distinct in addressing an identified need for a more diverse, inclusive and laddered approach to developing students’ skills in communication and rhetoric, including oral, written, performative, digital, and creative communications.
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Design (MDes)
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Interdisciplinary | Master's |
The Master of Design is a professional graduate-level program that blends critical design thinking, creative practice and engineering principles with a culture of innovation, creativity, and social and sustainable entrepreneurship. This program is geared towards working professionals who are seeking ways to improve their leadership and practice.
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Education Studies (Cert)
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Education, Okanagan School of | Certificate |
The Undergraduate Certificate in Education Studies offers an introduction to the field of education and is ideal for those contemplating pursuing teaching as a career or enjoy teaching others.
Please note that this certificate does not lead to teacher certification to teach in public K-12 schools in British Columbia. In British Columbia, a Bachelor of Education is required to teach in public K-12 schools.
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Biotechnology (MBtec)
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Science, Irving K. Barber Faculty of | Master's |
Learn how to edit genes to eradicate disease, and design cell and tissue based models for drug discovery and biomanufacturing.
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