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Get the inside information by taking a free walking tour. Tours are available for  alumni and visitors  and for  prospective undergraduate students and their families.

Self-Guided Tours

If you want to explore on your own, you can stop by the  UBC Welcome Centre  to pick up one of our many self-guided tours, or you can learn about how UBC is a leader in sustainability by downloading the  sustainability walking tour.

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If you can’t visit the campus, you can find explore on the web by taking a  virtual tour  where students guide you around campus.

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Prospective Student Events

Check out our full list of events for current high school students who are thinking about applying to UBC Engineering in the future.

Applicants to UBC Engineering

If you have already submitted your application to the Bachelor of Applied Science (Engineering), check out our exclusive events just for you.

Applicant Events

UBC Engineering Open House

Online:  Thursday, October 12 to Saturday, October 14, 2023 

While this year's Open House has passed, you can still watch all of the presentation recordings. We plan to host the 2024 Open House in October and will update the website in early summer once dates are confirmed. 

Watch the 2023 recorded presentations

Vancouver On-campus: Saturday, November 4, 2023

Okanagan On-campus: Saturday, November 18, 2023

The next on-campus Open House will be held in early November 2024. Dates will be confirmed online in early summer. 

More info about the On-campus Open House 

UBC Engineering Prospective Student Online Presentations

February 2, 2024: UBC Engineering: Design, Create, Innovate

Interested in a future career where you'll get to design, create, and innovate? Want a career that can make an impacting change in our world? With over 14 engineering programs ranging from biomedical to environmental to manufacturing, all with a focus on sustainability and making a positive impact on our world, we invite you to learn about how a degree with UBC Engineering can lead to unlimited career opportunities.

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June 5, 2024: UBC Engineering: Everything You Need to Know

Engineers solve problems and make the world a better place to live. Discover some of the ways engineering impacts your life every day and everything you need to know in order to become an engineer, beginning with admissions details to UBC Engineering at UBC's Vancouver or Okanagan campus.

You can also watch all of our past presentations on YouTube: 

Check out our Prospective Student Presentation Playlist

Changing the World: Engineering the Future

Date:  March 13, 2024 Location:  Online

High school girls* and gender non-conforming folks in grades 10-12 are invited to explore why engineering is an amazing career for those who want to change the world, help improve the lives of others and the environment around us, and who like teamwork and problem-solving.

*Please be aware that we have an inclusive view of the word "girl" and we welcome trans*, genderqueer and non-binary folks interested in this event.

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Technovation GirlsBC Program

What is social innovation? Can we look to technology to help address social issues? How do you merge social innovation with digital solutions? This is what Technovation Girls is about! Join us for the 2024 Technovation Girls season: A global tech conference for young girls* where there is opportunity to tackle a local community concern while one learns how to code an app.

Program runs January through April 2024

Register here

Engineering Tours

Check out our YouTube playlist of UBC Engineering Tours to tour our campus, labs, and residences. 

Youtube Playlist of Tours

Campus Tours

UBC offers campus tours for prospective students who want to explore the larger UBC experience - the campus, residences, libraries, recreational and social facilities and student services. 

Visit the UBC Vancouver Campus Tour website for more information  

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Get an overview of UBC’s undergraduate programs, admissions requirements, two campuses and the student experience, with worksheets to help you plan.

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Learn about programs and services for Indigenous students, Indigenous-specific spaces on campus, and the pathways UBC offers to help you succeed.

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Once you arrive at the UBC Vancouver campus, you have several options for how to get around — but be advised: driving isn’t one of them. It’s easy to walk or bike, and for longer distances there are convenient and accessible shuttle buses to get you where you need to go.

Walking at UBC

UBC is a very walkable campus — flat, scenic and pedestrian-friendly — with plenty of clear signage to help you find your way around. Look for the blue-and-white street signs to orient yourself. Refer to the map pylons around campus to plan your most efficient route.

Keep in mind that the campus is huge, so leave time to get around. For example, the scenic stroll along Main Mall through central campus will take the average walker about 15 minutes (1.2 kilometers) to travel each way.

Most attractions and amenities on campus are within a 15-minute walk of the bus exchange and of each other. The attractions on the far south end of campus, such as the UBC Botanical Garden, will take more time to walk to from central campus; consider catching the campus shuttle to get there and elsewhere on south campus.

Cycling at UBC

It’s easy to get around campus by bicycle, but remember to share the pavement with pedestrians. Look for bike-friendly parking in front of most buildings — and be sure to lock up!

No bike? No problem: download the  HOPR app and take advantage of this bike share service on campus.

On-Campus Shuttle

Caught in the rain? Too tired to walk or bike? When you need to get from one end of campus to the other in comfort, count on the convenient, accessible  Translink mini-bus to shuttle you between neighbourhoods and attractions. Look for the route 68 bus.

Learn more about the on-campus shuttle

UBC Accessibility Shuttle

If you have a temporary or permanent condition that limits your mobility, the Accessibility Shuttle can help you get around areas of campus that can only be reached on foot. The shuttle is a free, shared-ride service; you can book up to three trips a day. Each building in the service area is within 100 meters of a shuttle stop.

The shuttle is available on weekdays only, and you must book in advance. Call 604 822 9929.

Learn more about UBC’s Accessibility Shuttle

Additional information on accessible parking and entrances can be found here.

UBC’s Welcome Centre’s knowledgeable staff can answer your trip-related questions, provide maps and directions, offer helpful tips and free guided tours, and let you know what events are happening during your visit to UBC.

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After you've been admitted

Ready to be a ubc student, watch: your journey starts here.

Welcome to UBC! Our students all have one thing in common – a drive to shape a better world. Learn about the many ways they are creating global change, and how you can too.

Get to know your campus

Both of our campuses offer the best of both worlds – breathtaking British Columbia nature and challenging, engaging courses. What you plan to study determines which campus you’ll call home. Each campus has a lot to offer, including state-of-the-art facilities, thriving city centres nearby, and activities like hiking and skiing practically at your doorstep.

“I feel extremely fortunate that the university I immediately fell in love with is where I get to study every day. It’s been an amazing experience in a wonderful community.”  – Nina Andrascik, Bachelor of Science in Forestry.   “The academic excellence and prestige that we have as a university is great, but what it really makes it distinct from other universities is the endless opportunities to make your own pathway.” – Valeria Moncada, Bachelor of Arts (major in Psychology)   “The best thing about UBC is how everything is accessible to you, and the commitment that the school has to your development – not only within your studies, but also personally and professionally.” – Lark Spartin, Bachelor of Media Studies.

From accepting your offer to building a budget, to choosing where you’ll live and registering for courses, learn what lies ahead.

• Step 1 Accept your offer
• Step 2 Apply for a study permit
• Step 3 Plan your finances
• Step 4 Find a place to live
• Step 5 Take care of your health and wellness
• Step 6 Explore your academic options
• Step 7 Plan your degree
• Step 8 Register for your courses
• Step 9 Get ready for UBC life

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