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Choosing Biology for flexibility and hands-on experiences

“I highly recommend the co-op program to anyone in the sciences as it provides hands-on experience, networking opportunities, and a level of professional growth that’s hard to replicate in a classroom setting.” - Emily P., Bachelor of Science

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Preparing for the future

Developing real-world skills and an international network

Preparing for the future

“The education I created for myself has prepared me for the career I want.” - Kenny Ponto, Integrated Engineering

Lily Takeuchi, UBC medical laboratory science

The diversity of a science degree

How one program fuses research, multiple interests, and career prep.

The diversity of a science degree

Find out how Medical Laboratory Science made this alum "adaptable for a variety of careers."

Sara Amadi, UBC alumni

The global graduate

How a Land and Food Systems alum is wielding her degree around the world.

The global graduate

Find out how a UBC degree propelled this Bachelor of Science alumna on global adventures and a quest to join the fight against climate change.

Katherine Tourigny, UBC Psychology, UBC Track and Field

Carving a path to UBC Medicine

How research and campus involvement round out your degree.

Carving a path to UBC Medicine

Find out how this UBC Science undergrad reached her goal of entering Medicine – and travelled to Peru and Antarctica along the way.

peter higgins, purdys, ubc

Becoming a Chocolate Scientist

How a UBC degree was the pathway to Purdys.

Becoming a Chocolate Scientist

Discovering his niche within the Faculty of Land and Food Systems led this alum to an exciting career with Purdys Chocolates.

aaron bailey, ubc, ams president

How to leave home and succeed at UBC

Aaron Bailey shares his ups, downs, and advice for future students.

How to leave home and succeed at UBC

"Take bold risks and talk to people – there is no time or place in your life more conducive to making new friends than your first year of university."

Q&A with Aboriginal cellist Cris Derksen

From UBC student to globe-trotting, Juno-nominated musician.

Q&A with Aboriginal cellist Cris Derksen

Cris discusses her career highlights, how UBC figured into her musical evolution, and what it’s like to be nominated for a Juno Award.

Embracing the full UBC experience

Living proof that university is about more than just academics.

Embracing the full UBC experience

How to secure a dream summer research position and find balance while studying, socializing, and volunteering.