Handbook for Future Students
8 years in a row
Get involved here. -Maclean’s Magazine
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Contents + UNBC at a Glance...........................................2
Learning Environment
President’s Message
+ Experience Prince George...........................4
+ On Campus....................................................32
+ UNBC Education Options............................6
+ Off Campus: Into the Wild...........................34
UNBC is an exceptional place where you will experience a meaningful education at one of Canada’s best small universities. Our professors and staff will challenge you and support you through your learning experiences. Whether you’re on a quest to pursue your interests and passions or training for a specific career, the range of possibilities at UNBC is wide and rich.
+ Regional Campuses......................................7
Life on Campus Academic Programs
+ Your Home Away From Home..................36
+ 2013/14 Programs.........................................8
+ Join the Club..................................................38
+ Applied Science...........................................10
+ Recreation & Athletics................................40
+ Arts..................................................................12
+ Canada’s Green University........................42
+ Commerce.....................................................14
+ Student Support Services..........................44
+ Education......................................................16 + Health Sciences...........................................18 + Nursing...........................................................20 + Planning.........................................................22 + Science...........................................................24 + Social Work...................................................26
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UNBC Timberwolves mascot.
The Details + Life After UNBC............................................46 + Money Matters..............................................48 + Admission Requirements..........................50 + Becoming a Student....................................52
+ Northern Medical Program.......................28
+ Dates and Deadlines...................................53
+ Graduate Programs....................................30
+ Our Location..................................................54
+ Contact Us.....................................................54
For the past eight years, Maclean’s magazine has ranked us #1 west of Atlantic Canada among universities of our size. We are the best in research among small universities and we are one of the four research-intensive universities in BC. As Canada’s Green University ™ we are dedicated to sustainability in all that we do. You’re going to meet people within these pages and on campus who are passionate about what they do and about our UNBC community. We are positively changing British Columbia and the world, one graduate at a time. I would like to personally welcome you to UNBC. Join us, and be a part of the adventure.
UNBC at a Glance 2013
8 years in a row,
A University like no other
Located in the spectacular landscape of northern British Columbia, UNBC is one of Canada’s best small universities. We have a passion for teaching, discovery, people, the environment, and the north. UNBC provides undergraduate and graduate learning opportunities that explore cultures, health, economies, and the environment. As one of BC’s research-intensive universities, we bring the excitement of new knowledge to all of our students, and the outcomes of our teaching and research to the world. In addition to fostering and celebrating academic excellence, UNBC is a welcoming place, with a learning environment that is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. UNBC is a university both in and for the north, and this mission has instilled a strong sense of ownership, purpose, and adventure among our students. We are also Canada’s Green University™, leading the way to a more sustainable future for all.
Best in the West
The Facts of Life (at UNBC)
-Maclean's Magazine
+ Founded in: 1990 + Total students in academic programs: 4,226
The average winter temperature is -10ºC.
Students in the David Douglas Botanical Garden.
+ Average entering grade from high school: 84% + Average first year class size UNBC: 62 vs. UBC 172 + Faculty to student ratio: 1:10 + Number of graduates: 10,372 + Prince George Campus + 3 Regional Campuses + 462 international students: from 42 countries in the world
Canada’s
Green University
Sunset at the Prince George campus.
Check out our YouTube channel to see what life is like at UNBC.
Moose sightings are unforgettable.
Showing off a love of UNBC.
average first-year
+ youtube.com/UNBCnews
class size: 62
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Graduating students in New Aiyansh.
Experience Prince George
three ski hills
The northern life
With a population of 80,000, Prince George is northern BC’s largest city and home to UNBC’s main campus. You'll have access to incredible recreation and natural wilderness, all within minutes of big city amenities: festivals, shopping, live theatre, and great restaurants. Prince George is also one of BC’s most affordable cities; you will be able to pay your rent and still go out for a night on the town. Students have unlimited access to public transit and the opportunity to get around quickly and conveniently. And don’t forget about the phenomenal scenery. Prince George has more than 150 parks and just over 1,700 hectares of green space within city limits—that’s more than four times the size of Vancouver’s Stanley Park. The landscape in northern BC is incredibly diverse, rolling across the prairie-like Peace country, climbing the jagged Rocky Mountains, and extending to the coastal rain forest.
within 45 minutes of the city
Life at your Leisure Residents of Prince George participate in a variety of activities, from Ultimate Frisbee leagues and drop-in hockey games to walks along the Fraser River. Some of the best running and mountain biking can be found at Otway Nordic Centre—host to national-calibre cross country ski events and just 10 minutes by car from campus. There’s something here for everyone.
On the water at Azouzetta Lake.
The Two Rivers Art Gallery.
More than 300 participants compete in the Ice Man each year.
4x
more green space than Stanley Park in Vancouver
Let us Entertain You A wiener roast at Shane Lake, a short walk from campus.
Prince George has an amazing variety of cultural and entertainment venues including cafes, live theatre, a movieplex, symphony, and arena for concerts and sporting events. The wide selection of restaurants and pubs is enough to keep even the most social student busy in their off-hours.
PhD student Sonja Ostertag plays in the PG Symphony.
In 2015 Prince George will host the Canada Winter Games University of Northern British Columbia | 4 View of Fort George Park and the cutbanks.
UNBC Education Options Choose your future
Whether you’re just out of high school and eager to forge your career path or simply seeking to learn a new hobby, UNBC can meet your needs. We offer undergraduate, graduate, and PhD level degrees as well as certificates, diplomas, and individual continuing studies courses. Many certificate and diploma courses count towards a degree.
Certificate & Diploma
UNBC Courses & Students
A bachelor’s degree is an academic degree awarded for an undergraduate course or major that generally requires four years of full-time study.
+ Total number of academic courses offered: 966
Certificates and diplomas are non-degree offerings most often provided by colleges or universities in technical and vocational fields of study.
Master’s Degree
+ Number of students: 4,266
A master’s degree is an academic degree granted to students who have demonstrated a mastery of a specific field of study.
Doctorate Degree The doctor of philosophy (PhD) is an academic or professional degree usually awarded for highest achievement in the humanities, arts, or sciences.
Continuing Studies UNBC offers a wide range of courses and workshops for professional development and personal interest. These courses are called “non-credit” because they do not count towards requirements for an academic degree, diploma, or certificate program; some, however, are accredited by professional groups. University of Northern British Columbia | 6
UNBC in your community | unbc.ca/campuses
UNBC is unique in its mandate to provide accessibility and opportunity for people living in Northern BC, specifically First Nations people. Access to education for those in Northern BC is readily available, as UNBC maintains campuses north, west and south of the main campus in Prince George. And with more than 10,000 graduates, UNBC’s impact is being felt both within and far beyond the region it serves.
Bachelor’s Degree
+ Male to Female ratio: 1:1.6 + Student to Faculty ratio: 10 : 1
Regional Campuses
Northwest BC’s northwest is home to two UNBC campuses: Terrace and Prince Rupert, along with course offerings in communities including Houston, Smithers, the Hazeltons, Stewart, Kitimat, Nass Valley, and Haida Gwaii. A range of undergraduate and graduate programs/courses are offered, with current emphasis placed on the nursing, social work, and education, and growing opportunities in the fields of environmental sciences and commerce.
Peace River-Liard
South Central The South Central campus serves an area from 100 Mile House to Valemount to Burns Lake. Located in Quesnel, UNBC shares a stunning campus with the College of New Caledonia. Current programming includes First Nations Studies, Nursing, and Social Work.
UNBC’s Peace River campus is located in northeastern BC in the City of Fort St John. More than 60,000 people live in this region in communities such as Dawson Creek, Tumbler Ridge, Chetwynd, Hudson's Hope, Fort Nelson, and all points in between. UNBC provides the region with programming such as Social Work and university transfer courses.
Nass Valley - Affiliate UNBC partners with Wilp Wilxo’oskwhl Nisga’a Institute (WWNI), a communitydriven, post-secondary aboriginal organization located in the Nisga’a Village of Gitwinksihlkw in the Nass Valley. This allows UNBC to offer a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in First Nations Studies within the community.
Bachelors Degrees
Masters Degrees
Doctorate Degrees
Business Administration (MBA) Business Administration (MSc) Community Health Science (MSc) Development Economics (MA) Disability Management (MA) Education (MEd) - Counselling - Multidisciplinary Leadership - Special Education Engineering (MEng) (MASc), pending approval English (MA) First Nations Studies (MA) Gender Studies (MA) History (MA) Interdisciplinary Studies (MA) (MSc) International Studies (MA) - Global Environmental Policy - International Development - Regional Relations
Health Sciences (PhD)
*Honours Offered | Joint majors also offered
Arts (BA) Anthropology* Economics English Environmental Studies First Nations Studies General Arts Geography History* International Studies* Nature-Based Tourism Management Northern Studies Political Science Public Administration and Community Development Women’s Studies
2013/14 Programs
Commerce (BComm) Accounting Finance General Business Human Resources Management International Business Marketing
Applied Science (BASc) Environmental Engineering*
A UBC / UNBC joint degree.
Nursing (BScN) Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing Post-Diploma Baccalaureate Nursing
Education (BEd) Elementary (K-7) Secondary (8-12)
Planning (BPI) First Nations Planning Natural Resource Planning Northern and Rural Community Planning
Fine Arts (BFA) Fine Arts and Creative Writing A UNBC / Emily Carr University
Social Work (BSW) Child Welfare Specialization First Nations Specialization
of Art + Design joint degree.
Health Sciences (BHSc) Biomedical Studies* Community and Population Health: Aboriginal and Rural Health* Community and Population Health: Environmental Health
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Science (BSc) Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Biology Chemistry Computer Science Environmental Science* Geography Integrated Science Mathematics and Statistics Natural Resources Management -Forest Ecology and Management* -Outdoor Recreation and Conservation -Wildlife and Fisheries Physics Psychology*
Northern Medical Program (MD)
A UBC degree (a part of UBC’s Faculty of Medicine distributed medical program involving UBC, UNBC, and UVic)
Independent Minors Global Environmental Change Philosophy Russian Studies
Mathematical, Computer, Physical, and Molecular Sciences (MSc) - Biochemistry - Chemistry - Computer Science - Mathematics - Physics Natural Resources and Environmental Studies (MA) - Environmental Studies - Geography - Tourism Natural Resources and Environmental Studies (MNRES) Natural Resources and Environmental Studies (MSc) - Biology - Environmental Science - Forestry - Geography - Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Management Nursing (MScN) (MScN: FNP) Political Science (MA) Psychology (MSc) Social Work (MSW)
Natural Resources and Environmental Studies (PhD) Psychology (PhD)
Graduate Certificate Leading for Learning
Certificates First Nations Certificate Programs Aboriginal Community Resource Planning Aboriginal/Indigenous Health and Healing First Nations Language First Nations Public Administration General First Nations Studies Métis Studies Nisga’a Studies Traditional Environmental Knowledge Nursing Certificate Program Rural and Northern Nursing Public Administration Certificate Program Public Administration Social Work Certificate Programs Aboriginal Child and Youth Mental Health Child Welfare
Diplomas First Nations Diploma Programs Aboriginal/Indigenous Health and Healing First Nations Languages Post-Baccalaureate Diplomas Curriculum and Instructional Studies Montessori Education
Applied Science UNBC.ca/environmental-engineering
This degree is offered collaboratively by UNBC and UBC. Students benefit from the strengths of both institutions, which offer a flexible, distinct, educational experience. In their first two years, students develop a foundation in math, biology, chemistry, and environmental science at UNBC. Students attend UBC in their third and fourth years and gain a hands-on understanding of engineering fundamentals, analysis, and design, through courses in civil engineering and chemical and biological engineering. Students return to UNBC for their final term, where they focus on practical environmental engineering problems.
Program Admission Admission requirements Provincial admission requirements (see pg 50) including Pre-Calculus 12, two provincially examinable Science 12 courses, and Chemistry 11.
Recommended courses Physics 12 and Chemistry 12 are highly recommended.
Deadline to Apply March 1
Bachelor of Applied Science Major Minimum average to apply + Environmental Engineering (4.5 years)
75% | Competitive Entry Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Deadlines are often extended. Meeting the minimum entrance average does not guarantee admission to competitive entry programs.
Current Student: Kimberly Gulevich Environmental Engineering student Kimberly Gulevich’s passion for alternative energy began at high school science fairs in Fort St. John. “Science projects took me down the environmental path,” says Gulevich. That path led Kimberly to UNBC, where she began working on sustainability research in her first year of study—including at UNBC’s ground-breaking bioenergy facility. Gulevich intends to use her education to return to Fort St. John to work on sustainable energy systems. “I want to give back to the North,” says Gulevich. “This is the future and I’m part of it here.”
Potential Careers: + Energy Manager + Project Manager + Environmental Field Technologist + Environmental Engineer + Planning & Development Supervisor University of Northern British Columbia | 10
+ Environmental Planner
Kimberly Gurlevich has a passion for sustainability research, including work at UNBCs bioenergy facility.
Arts
UNBC.ca/programs
Students wishing to study the arts at UNBC have a broad range of disciplines from which to choose. Arts students learn critical thinking through engagement and dialogue in the classroom and beyond. Courses are thought-provoking and allow students to study the world, people, cultures, and history. UNBC arts degrees provide the foundation for careers and further study.
Program Admission Admission requirements Provincial admission requirements (see pg 50).
Deadline to Apply March 1
Bachelor of Arts Major
* Honours program available
+ Anthropology* + Economics + English + Environmental Studies + First Nations Studies + General Arts + Geography + History*
Minimum average to apply
+ International Studies*
65%
+ Nature-Based Tourism Management*
Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Deadlines are often extended.
+ Northern Studies + Political Science + Public Administration & Community Development + Women’s Studies
Foundation Curriculum Program This unique program has an integrated curriculum that will give you the opportuinity to explore a number of disciplines. It will prepare you to think about the challenges and questions of the 21st century: What is knowledge? How do we know who and where we are? How has the world been shaped by forces of globalization? What is security?
unbc.ca/foundation-year
Alumni: Derek O’Neill “At UNBC–in the heart of industry–they prepared us for actual careers,” says Derek O’Neill, an Anthropology grad now working as an archaeologist for Golder Associates Ltd. on a range of power, infrastructure, and oil and gas projects across BC. UNBC’s Archaeological Field School and coursework involving northern cultures gave O’Neill the practical and theoretical background needed for a smooth transition from academia to industry. Connections made in UNBC’s small and personable environment have also led to UNBC-run internships in exotic locales such as Guatemala, Colombia, and Africa.
Potential Careers: + Curator + Paleontologist + First Nations Advisor + Tourism & Hospitality
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+ Journalist
Derek O’Neill on location near Fort St. John, BC.
Commerce UNBC.ca/commerce
Commerce students at UNBC study a wide range of business topics and current trends where they develop organizational, problem solving, and communications skills. Six majors allow students to explore and specialize in the area that interests them most. Double majors are also available. At UNBC, Commerce students are extremely active in and outside the classroom with their participation in the Commerce Student Society, community-based projects, socials, and the JDC West business competition. Commerce graduates are prepared to work in a wide variety of careers and industries.
Program Admission Admission requirements Provincial admission requirements (see pg 50).
Recommended courses Pre-Calculus 12 recommended for prerequisite purposes.
Deadline to Apply March 1
Bachelor of Commerce Majors Minimum average to apply + Accounting
65%
+ Finance + General Business + Marketing + Human Resources Management + International Business
Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Deadlines are often extended.
Alumni: Eoin Foley & Garrett Fedorkiw Old friends Garrett (class of 2007) and Eoin (2012) dreamed of opening a restaurant. Both graduated from UNBC with BComm degrees. Both knew there was a niche that wasn’t being filled. Now they own Nancy O’s: one of the hottest student spots in Prince George.“What’s cool about UNBC is that even now, if we have a business problem, we can call up our old profs for help. They were incredible teachers and still care about how we’re doing.” In fact, Eoin was submitting business plans for his dream job as he was attending classes as an undergrad. “That’s the way this place is: there’s so much opportunity here. Whatever you want to do, you can find it in PG—or you can make it happen.”
Potential Careers: + International Marketing + Advertising Executive + Financial Planner University of Northern British Columbia | 14
Alumni Eoin Foley and Garrett Fedorkiw at their restaurant, Nancy O’s.
Education
UNBC.ca/Education
The Education degree at UNBC is a two-year program taken after a minimum of 90 credit hours (3 years of coursework). Students study childhood cognitive, social and academic development and the latest trends in education. Students pursuing an education degree at UNBC learn to teach in K-12 education environments. This program readies graduates to be well-prepared new teachers. Practicum placements in all four semesters allow students to observe classrooms and practice their learning in school settings. UNBC students are paired with experienced teachers in their areas of specialization. Elementary education students teach all subjects in the elementary curriculum, while secondary education students teach the subjects they are academically prepared to teach such as math, English, or social studies.
Bachelor of Education Majors + Elementary (K-7) + Secondary (8-12)
Program Admission Admission requirements 90 credit hours of University course work.
Recommended courses Please visit unbc.ca/education for specific information.
Deadline to Apply March 15
Minimum average to apply 2.33 GPA | Competitive Entry Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Deadlines are often extended. Meeting the minimum entrance average does not guarantee admission to competitive entry programs.
Alumni: Beverly Isaac Working as a teacher’s aid in Fraser Lake, Beverly Isaac (BEd 2012) saw the critical role teachers play in communities and became keenly aware of the struggles of First Nations students. Isaac feels she can make a difference in their lives by encouraging them to be the best they can be. “I want all of my students to know they can succeed,” says Isaac. “I’ll use my UNBC teaching degree to encourage students to be proud of who they are.”
Potential Careers: + Elementary School Teacher + Secondary School Teacher + Guidance Counsellor + Principal + College/University Instructor + Training Director + Reading Specialist + Administrator
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Beverly Isaac interacts with elementary students in the classroom.
Health Sciences
UNBC.ca/health-sciences
Students interested in human health are drawn to this program, which combines a variety of disciplines, including life sciences, social sciences, behavioural sciences, ethics, and law. Multiple opportunities exist for students to study with researchers and learn best practices and techniques. Three majors allow students to focus on their specific area of interest. This program prepares students for careers and future studies in several areas: community health, dentistry, health management and administration, medicine, rehabilitation sciences, and speech pathology.
Bachelor of Health Sciences Majors
Program Admission Admission requirements Provincial admission requirements (see pg 50) including Biology 12 (65% min), Chemistry 11 (65% min), and Pre-Calculus 11 (65% min).
Recommended courses Applicants to the Biomedical stream are encouraged to take Pre-Calculus 12.
* Honours program available
Deadline to Apply
+ Biomedical Studies*
March 1
+ Community and Population Health-Aboriginal & Rural Health* + Community and Population Health-Environmental Health*
Minimum average to apply 65% | Competitive Entry Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Deadlines are often extended. Meeting the minimum entrance average does not guarantee admission to competitive entry programs.
Current Student: Lindsay Beck Lindsay Beck’s journey has taken her from Canada’s north to central Africa and back. The UNBC graduate student in Community Health Sciences grew up in Yellowknife, NWT and has worked as a program manager in a chronic disease prevention program in Inuvik and as a volunteer working to provide improved access to health care and eradicate poverty in Uganda. Beck came to UNBC to learn about broader approaches to health care. “I’m happy to be at UNBC, learning about the connections between the land and wellbeing,” says Beck.
Potential Careers: + Health Educator + Health Care Administrator + Health & Wellness Program Planner + Biomedical Engineer + Environmental Health Officer + Occupational Health & Safety Officer University of Northern British Columbia | 18
+ Microbiologist
Lindsay Beck is reaching new heights in her career thanks to a UNBC education
Nursing Collaborative Program
With the College of New Caledonia & Northwest Community College
UNBC.ca/nursing Students pursuing a nursing degree at UNBC can attend one of three UNBC campuses: Prince George, Terrace, and Quesnel. The program is offered collaboratively between UNBC, the College of New Caledonia, and Northwest Community College, and provides entry into the nursing profession. Nursing students will learn from experienced teachers, outstanding clinicians, practice leaders, and researchers.
Program Admission Admission requirements Provincial admission requirements (see pg 50) including Biology 12 (73% min) completed within 5 years prior to the semester of admission, Principles of Math 11 (67% min), Pre-Calculus 11 (67% min) or Foundations of Math 11 (67% min), and Chemistry 11 (67% min).
Program Offerings Recommended courses + BScN (4 years) + Post-diploma BScN (2 years) + Rural Acute Care Nursing Certificate
Applications can be completed through our partner institutions depending on campus of study. Prince George / Quesnel: www.cnc.bc.ca Terrace: www.nwcc.bc.ca
Deadline to Apply March 31
Minimum average to apply 67% | Competitive Entry
Alumni: Marc Hadford Recent grad Marc Hadford (BSc Nursing 2012) of Lillooet, BC already had an established nursing career when he decided to join the first-ever cohort in UNBC’s Rural Acute Care Nursing Certificate program. “The program was very rewarding and so much more applicable to the hospital practice of nursing,” says Hadford, who completed the program in 2010 and went on to get a nursing degree at UNBC. “Returning to school at UNBC is the best decision I’ve made for my career. I became a better nurse for it and I highly recommend it.” + UNBC offers the Rural Acute Care Nursing Certificate program which is practice-driven, evidence-informed, and reality-based. There
Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Meeting the minimum entrance average does not guarantee admission to competitive entry programs.
are seven courses in this certificate program which provide students with the knowledge and clinical skills needed to deliver nursing care specifically in rural and remote
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communities and hospitals. Returning to school was a great decision for Nurse Marc Hadford.
Planning
UNBC.ca/environmental-planning
The focus of UNBC’s Bachelor of Planning degree is on understanding the relationship between people and the environment and on reducing the environmental impact of human activities. Planners play a vital role in decision-making processes concerning the future of human settlements, resource management, environmental protection, human health and well-being, and economic development. The UNBC Student Planners’ Association actively provides networking opportunities, mentorship programs, and social events throughout the year. Environmental Planning is accredited by the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) and the Planning Institute of British Columbia (PIBC).
Bachelor of Planning Majors
Program Admission Admission requirements Provincial admission requirements (see pg 50).
Recommended courses Pre-Calculus 12 recommended for prerequisite purposes.
Deadline to Apply March 1
Minimum average to apply 65%
+ First Nations Planning + Natural Resources Planning + Northern and Rural Community Planning
Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Deadlines are often extended.
Current Student: Nitha Karanja It was a sense of shared environmental values that convinced Nitha Karanja to leave Kenya for UNBC. Shortly after arriving, she became immersed in what she calls “a real movement among a number of students related to sustainable communities and food systems planning.” It all started, she says, in her Environmental Planning classes, led by profs who encouraged students to think critically and combine research with community experiences. “Forging research and relationships outside of the campus has enriched my education and ignited a passion for planning and community development.”
Potential Careers: + Urban & Regional Planner + Environmental Planner + GIS Specialist + Landscape Designer University of Northern British Columbia | 22
+ City Planning Assistant
Since arriving from Kenya, Nitha Karanja has developed a passion for planning and community development.
Science
UNBC.ca/programs
Small class sizes and quality teaching allow science students at UNBC to experience hands-on learning, personal attention, and ground-breaking research. Studies in science can lead to further research opportunities, rewarding careers, and professional programs such as medicine, engineering, and pharmacy.
Bachelor of Science Majors
*Honours program available
+ Biology* + Biochemistry & Molecular Biology*
Program Admission Admission requirements Provincial admission requirements (see pg 50).
Recommended courses Biology 11 or 12, Pre-Calculus 12, and Physics 12 are recommended for many science degrees.
Deadline to Apply March 1
+ Chemistry* + Computer Science*
Minimum average to apply
+ Environmental Science *
65%
+ Geography + Integrated Science + Mathematics and Statistics* + Natural Resources Management + Forest Ecology & Management* + Outdoor Recreation & Conservation*
Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Deadlines are often extended.
Professor: Jianbing Li UNBC Environmental Engineering Professor Jianbing Li was recently nominated for an ENI Award for creating, with his team of student researchers at UNBC, a group of oil-hungry microorganisms. The ENI Awards have been called the “Nobel Prize of Energy Research.” Dr. Li’s project focuses on developing an emulsifying compound that works on oil sludge to allow extraction of oil from contaminated soil. The research has great potential for the oil and gas industry because the technology helps degrade contaminants and can improve the efficiency of oil recovery.
Potential Careers:
+ Wildlife and Fisheries*
+ Professional Forester
+ Physics*
+ Fisheries Biologist
+ Psychology*
+ Pharmaceutical Sales Representative + Industrial Chemist + Physicist
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+ Ecologist
Professor Jianbing Li is researching and creating new methods to be used in environmental clean-up.
Social Work
UNBC.ca/social-work
A social work degree at UNBC prepares students to work with individuals, families, groups, and communities. UNBC students study social work with a focus on northern and remote areas, First Nations, women, human services, community practice, and research. Exploration of class, gender, and race relations is a major focus within the program. Students are admitted to the program after two years of study in a post-secondary environment. They can specialize and develop their social work skills within an agency or community setting during their practicum. Those who crave adventure can participate in UNBC’s exchange program with Mid Sweden University.
Program Admission Admission requirements 60 credit hours including FNST 100, SOCW 200, SOCW 201, and WMST 100.
Recommended courses Must provide references and a statement of intent. Visit unbc.ca/social-work for complete details.
Deadline to Apply February 1
Bachelor of Social Work Specializations Available:
Minimum average to apply 2.67 GPA | Competitive Entry
+ Child Welfare Specialization + First Nations Specialization
Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Deadlines are often extended. Meeting the minimum entrance average does not guarantee admission to competitive entry programs.
Professor: Indrani Margolin Ever since Dr. Indrani Margolin was nine years old, she has felt a calling to help people relate to the world around them and deal with the stress and anxiety that are a part of life. Now a professor and the BSW coordinator of Social Work at UNBC, Dr. Margolin’s research involves the way dance and meditation can be a means to emotional well-being. “UNBC has been very supportive of my work,” says Dr. Margolin. “As a northern institution, UNBC Social Work is extremely open to creative practices and alternative methods.”
Potential Careers: + Social Worker + Addictions Counsellor + Community Outreach Worker + Youth Worker + Mental Health Counsellor + Therapist + Behavioural Specialist + Child Protection Worker University of Northern British Columbia | 26
Dr. Indrani Margolin’s calling is to help people relate to the world.
Northern Medical Program UBC Program delivered in collaboration with UNBC
UNBC.ca/nmp | med.ubc.ca The Northern Medical Program (NMP) at UNBC is part of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia. Thirty-two students begin their program at the UBC campus in Vancouver and then arrive at UNBC’s campus in January where they learn the remaining curriculum at UNBC and clinical settings throughout BC. They learn the best practices of rural and remote medicine from around the world.The NMP utilizes state-of-the-art teleconferencing to broadcast and receive lectures from medical professionals throughout BC. Faculty and students have access to the newest equipment and laboratories through UNBC’s $12 million Dr. Donald Rix Northern Health Sciences Centre and the $50 million expansion at the University Hospital of Northern BC.
Program Admission + For more information visit the UBC Faculty of Medicine website: med.ubc.ca + At UNBC, students can take all of the courses required to apply to medical school (known as pre-med).
Alumni: Dan Le Dan Le completed two degrees at Queen’s University before choosing the NMP at UNBC. He was attracted by its reputation for small class sizes and exceptional teaching methods. It was his opportunity as a student to be part of the Northern Cancer Control Strategy that convinced Dan to stay. Now in his fourth year, the class president of 2013 will continue his specialization in oncology, hoping to one day work in the very same BC Cancer Agency Centre for the North he helped create.
+ The Northern Medical Programs Trust (NMPT) provides funding to medical students in the NMP who pursue rural clinic placements as part of their training. The NMPT is supported by communities in northern BC as well as many local companies and individuals, and provides students with the financial support they University of Northern British Columbia | 28
need to further their career goals.
Dan Le hopes to make a difference in northern health care.
Graduate Programs UNBC.ca/graduate-programs/programs
Wondering what to do after your undergraduate degree? Stick around—we have lots of options for you. There are many Master’s and PhD degree options available at UNBC. Students studying at the graduate level is the fastestgrowing area at UNBC, accounting for 20% of our student population.
Master’s Programs
PhD Programs
+ Business Administration
+ Health Sciences
+ Community Health Science + Development Economics
+ Natural Resources and Environmental Studies
+ Disability Management
+ Psychology
+ Education:
+ Graduate Studies at UNBC have a competitive entry and some are dependent on supervisor availability. Identifying a supervisor will only help to support your application. Potential supervisors can be found by visiting the program webpages. + The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) test is not required to apply to our graduate programs. The GRE is required for the Psychology MSc and PhD.
- Counselling
- Multidisciplinary Leadership
- Special Education
+ Engineering, pending approval + English + First Nations Studies + Gender Studies + History + Interdisciplinary Studies + International Studies + Mathematical, Computer, Physical, & Molecular Sciences + Natural Resources and Environmental Studies + Nursing
“Attending UNBC was one of the best investments I have ever made,” says recent grad and Alumni of the Year honouree Virginia Russell of Terrace (MSc. 2011). “It was easily accessible, applicable to the needs of my northern community, and provided generous financial support, child care, and family-friendly spaces. I am extraordinarily thankful for my UNBC experience and the opportunity to work with and learn from amazing academics.” Russell was honoured recently by the BC Government for her efforts volunteering and working with agencies in northern BC that focus on social justice, indigenous health, and women’s issues.
NBCGSS The Northern British Columbia Graduate Student Society provides graduate
+ Political Science
students with a support network during their
+ Psychology
degrees. This includes office and printing
+ Social Work University of Northern British Columbia | 30
Alumni: Virginia Russell
set-ups, events for networking, and the annual graduate student conference.
Virginia Russell is thankful for her UNBC experience.
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Learning Environment
on campus
Ever heard that old cliche, “You’re a name, not a number”? Well at UNBC, it’s actually true. UNBC is big enough to offer you a wide array of courses to suit your interest and meet your academic needs, yet small enough to ensure you won’t get lost in the crowd.
Save the World. Right. Now. Students at UNBC have countless opportunities to participate in ground-breaking research even as early as their first year. In 2011, research by student Amy Hayduk in the lab of UNBC professor Stephen Rader made national headlines across Canada as a “technical breakthrough in genetics.”
How Big are our Classes? (Hint: small) With roughly one professor for every 10 students, UNBC has among the smallest class sizes of any university in Western Canada. It ensures that when you hand in a paper, it will be read by your professor. Working closely with faculty also means far more research opportunities, at a much earlier stage of your degree than at larger institutions.
You Have Questions. We Have Answers. In this age of online learning and massive first-year classes, UNBC has made it a priority to retain a personable learning environment where the faculty are accessible and have a vested interest in seeing their students succeed. And it shows. Eighty-nine percent of our students would recommend UNBC to friend.
student to teacher ratio
Dr. Roger Wheate reviews student work at the Thirsty Moose Pub.
You’ll find most student services on Telus Student Street.
1 of 4
research intensive universities in BC Dr. Stephen Rader carries out breakthrough research in his lab at UNBC.
English Language Studies classes are small and personable.
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with their program at UNBC
UNBC’s student to teacher ratio is one of the lowest in Western Canada.
Bill Reid banners hang in the Administration Building atrium.
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Learning Environment
off campus: into the wild
At UNBC, we appreciate that not all valuable learning takes place in the classroom. Maybe it’s because we’re surrounded by a breathtaking natural laboratory or perhaps it’s driven by the interests of our award-winning faculty, but regardless of weather or temperatures, we’re the first to tell our students to get outside!
Find Your Community
exchange opportunities
Get out into the World With more than 150 exchange opportunities worldwide, UNBC students can have an international experience while pursuing their UNBC degree. Studying abroad provides an opportunity for students to broaden their understanding of other countries and societies’ approaches to common issues that affect our increasingly interdependent world.
worldwide UNBC participated in the first-ever undergraduate courses taught in Antarctica.
UNBC offers exchange programs in countries such as China.
At UNBC, applied education is the focus of many degree programs. Students are encouraged to work in regional communities and apply coursework to real scenarios. For instance, a project of UNBC grad Ryan James led to the creation of the Community Care Centre, a place where Prince George residents can go for affordable counselling.
UNBC field schools
exist on 4 continents
outside of North America
Learn From Life To get a world-class education, you need to get out into the world. UNBC offers authentic learning opportunities at local and international field schools where you can learn from real challenges. Dr. Farid Rahemtulla’s archaeological field school made headlines recently when it uncovered one of the oldest settlements in western Canada at nearly 10,000 years old!
Ryan James outside the Community Care Centre in Prince George
It took a helicopter to get these UNBC students to the top of Castle Creek glacier to study the effects of climate change.
international students
from 40 countries
around the world University of Northern British Columbia | 34 The Ancient Forest – an inland rainforest - just east of Prince George was discovered by UNBC grad Dave Radies.
An archaeological field school west of Prince George.
Life on Campus
540 +
your home away from home | unbc.ca/housing
Living in residence is often one of the most memorable experiences a student has at university. At UNBC, it’s a place where you feel the independence of living on your own, with the support and convenience that comes from being part of a tight-knit campus community. You can make friendships that last a lifetime.
students in residence
Off-Campus Living One of the best things about life in Prince George is how affordable it is. Many students live close to the University, at home, with friends, or on their own.
UNBC student residences provide a convenient and safe living environment that is conducive to academic success, social interaction, and personal growth. Located a minute’s walk from the main campus, residence is home to more than 500 students.
Study sessions are one of the many Residence Life initiatives.
Each suite in the residence is fully furnished.
207 steps
Each student has a private, fully furnished bedroom in a small apartment-style unit with a bathroom. Suites include wireless internet, cable TV, utilities, and local phones. Each floor has full laundry service and each building boasts a large common lounge with a big screen TV, leather couches, and a pool table or foosball table.
to campus Residence is only a one minute walk from campus.
Each September UNBC President George Iwama and his wife Marilyn help students move into residence.
All UNBC residences are co-ed and there are two residence assistants per floor, working to ensure that the transition from home to school is a safe and successful one. The residences are located close to the University and have a garden with forest and trails beyond. There is a wide variety of programming and events organized by the Residence Life team, and a real sense of community.
83% of students participate in residence life
events
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Students enjoy apartment-style units.
Hiking on the trails surrounding campus.
Life on Campus
60+
your social network
A sense of community is a part of every aspect of life at UNBC. The small class sizes, access to professors, the prominence of student services, the Student Life department, and dozens of student-run clubs provide an inviting sense of community support and belonging. Life at UNBC is fun, supportive, and social.
High Society
student clubs
Enhance Your Experience The role of the Student Life department at UNBC is to develop and implement fun student activities that engage a diverse student population and enrich their experience. Students can ensure they are part of the action by volunteering for Student Life, or helping to welcome new students to the University as orientation ambassadors.
Enjoying the live music scene.
The English Student Society on Clubs Day
The Northern Undergraduate Student Society (NUGSS) provides undergraduate students with active representation at the University and a wide range of services and entertainment. Many UNBCers credit NUGSS with teaching them leadership and community building skills and helping them make friends. Don’t miss Shinerama, the Backyard BBQ, and the Final Affair.
celebrate 25 years
with UNBC in 2015
Join the Club UNBC has more than 60 academic, cultural, social, and service clubs, from drama to the outdoors club to chess. Students can be part of a tradition or start a new legacy—it’s a great way to get involved. The Spread the Net chapter won a visit from Rick Mercer in 2011 for raising more money for Malaria nets than any other Canadian university.
You’ll build lasting relationships at UNBC.
CFUR is UNBC’s campus radio station.
Rick Mercer from CBC recognizes the Spread the Net UNBC chapter with a visit.
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First-year students at Orientation.
Visit the Farmers’ Market, held weekly at UNBC during the Fall and Winter Semesters.
Life on Campus
50 km
recreation & athletics
Prince George boasts impressive sporting facilities that have been home to national and international tournaments and events. A four-season climate ensures people can play golf, tennis, speed skate and snowshoe. Cheer on the Cougars, our WHL team, or go fishing, and make sure you tube down the Nechako River at least once while you're here.
Howl with the Timberwolves The UNBC Northern Timberwolves basketball and soccer teams compete against the top teams in Canada this year as UNBC enters its second season in the Canada West league of CIS. UNBC grads often cite “cheering on the T-Wolves” among their favorite memories of their time at UNBC.
of trails
A Sport Centre for the North The Charles Jago Northern Sport Centre (NSC), has an elevated track surrounding the facility and FIFA-approved turf which make it one of the most impressive sport facilities in BC. And you don’t have to be a varsity athlete to play sports at UNBC. The Intramural league is vibrant, offering basketball, volleyball, squash, soccer, and Ultimate Frisbee.
around campus
Student Nadia Nowak mountain bikes at Forests for the World.
Spirited fans at a Timberwolves game.
Outdoor Activities 24/7/365 For outdoor recreation, Prince George is full of parks and nature trails. In fact, more than 50 km of trails surround campus, and offer some of the best mountain biking and trail running in the City, and skiing and snowboarding options are everywhere. Nordic skiing is just 10 minute drive and three ski hills are within 45 minutes of campus.
1,000+ fans at each t-wolves game
Celebrating Winterfest in front of the student residences.
The Northern Sport Centre has an elevated track that surrounds the facility.
1,600 lakes & rivers within a 160-km radius of the City
University of Northern British Columbia | 40 Basketball and soccer are UNBC’s two varsity sports.
Showing off the FIFA-approved artificial turf at the NSC.
Life on Campus
UNBC’s Green Fund pays for green initiatives suggested by students,
canada’s green University
This year, UNBC once again lived up to our trademark “Canada’s Green University” by being named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers. The proportion of students enrolled in environmental programming at UNBC is among the highest of any university in Canada, and why not? UNBC is situated in a tremendous living laboratory.
Honouring our Environment UNBC is located in a spectacular region with an abundance of natural resources. We honour our environment with our campus architecture, the focus of our teaching and research, and the initiatives of our staff, faculty, and students. The environment sustains our economic, health, and cultural well-being and we strive to reflect this.
Livin’ la vida verde (living the green life)
faculty, & staff
Green is UNBC’s official colour – and way of life. In fact, revenues from parking at UNBC are used to fund staff, faculty, and student projects to make the University greener. UNBC students also operate a compost garden, and buy locally grown food at UNBC’s weekly Farmers’ Market. The annual Green Day is UNBC’s signature event of the year.
UNBC runs a campus-wide composting program.
UNBC Energy: Lean, Clean, & Green UNBC’s carbon footprint became a whole lot smaller in 2011 when we opened our award-winning bioenergy plant. The plant heats the main campus by using waste from a local sawmill, and has already reduced the University’s consumption of fossil fuels for heating by 89%. In 2010, UNBC tied Harvard for the best campus sustainability project in North America.
Voted #1 in Canada by students for environmental commitment -Globe & Mail
Bike to Work Week participation is huge at UNBC.
UNBC’s Farmer’s Market is a weekly on-campus initiative where faculty, students, and staff can buy fresh, local products all year long.
UNBC tied with Harvard University in 2010 for the top campus sustainability project in North America.
89% reduction in fossil fuels
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bioenergy
UNBC was named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers in 2013.
MNRES student Serena Black in the UNBC gardens.
Student Support Services
on-campus
daycare
We have you covered
UNBC offers a wide range of personal, academic, and online services to help ease the transition to university life and enable student success, whether it’s tutoring, medical attention, or counselling. Please see below for our list of services.
UNBC has an on-campus daycare for children of students, faculty, and staff.
Personal
Academic
+ First Nations Centre
+ Academic Advising Centre
+ Health & Wellness Centre
+ Academic Success Centre
+ Housing & Residence Life
+ Access Resource Centre
+ Interfaith Chaplaincy + Counselling Centre
+ Centre for Teaching, Learning & Technology
+ Awards & Financial Aid
+ Computing Help Desk
centre for student
+ Women’s Centre
+ Educational Media Services
support & enrichment
+ Peer Support Network
+ Geoffrey R. Weller Library
+ NUGSS (Northern Undergraduate Student Society)
+ UNBC Bookstore
+ NBCGSS (Northern BC Graduate Student Society) + Daycare Centre + Copy Services + Student Career Centre + Student Life Office + Northern Sport Centre
Studying in the Geoffrey R. Weller Library.
First Nations
Our First Nations Centre provides peer tutoring.
Online + Blackboard + Web-based email + Student remote desktop
65% of undergraduate
+ File Portal + Personal webspace
classes have fewer than 26 students.
This is among the best
in western Canada
University of Northern British Columbia | 44 The Geoffrey R. Weller Library houses the Northern BC Archives.
The Advising Centre can be found on Telus Student Street.
89%
Life After UNBC
of students
What can i do with my degree?
would recommend
No part of UNBC has grown more over the past decade than its number of graduates. Now numbering more than 10,000, alumni include politicians, entrepreneurs, nurses, teachers, foresters, and community leaders of all types.
UNBC to a friend Nak’azdli Band Councillor and grad Anne Marie Sam (BA History 1996) recently presented at the United Nations.
Kiran Sidhu (BSc Computer Science 2004) was an early employee of Facebook.
2011 Alumni Survey: How UNBC compares to the BC average BC AVG
UNBC
Program satisfaction 94% 94%
94% 93% Employment status
90%
85% Usefulness of knowledge, skills, and abilities acquired in University to work
UNBC grads stand out from the crowd.
To what degree did your university program help you develop the following skills? 86% 81%
Writing
85%
85%
78%
Oral Communication
UNBC accounts for
2/3
79%
Group Collaboration
of BC grads University of Northern British Columbia | 46 Kevin Petterson, a UNBC MBA graduate is president of the local ski club.
Mike Weinmaster (BSc Environmental Science 2004) is the founder of Green over Grey, a green wall design company in Vancouver BC.
working in the North Megan Hunter (BSc Nursing 2012) is Head of Mission for Doctors Without Borders in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Money Matters
Awards & financial aid | unbc.ca/financial-aid
Simply fill out our application and you could be eligible for awards ranging from a few hundred dollars to $10,000 per year. Students who have a GPA of 3.47 or higher and transfer to UNBC from another post-secondary institution are automatically awarded $750. For information about student loans, visit: StudentAidBC.ca
Approximate Costs per Academic Year
Financial Aid Defintions Award A financial payment given to students to help fund their education in the form of a bursary, grant, or scholarship.
Bursary Usually non-repayable awards based primarily on financial need. Some bursaries may include other selection criteria such as extracurricular involvement, leadership, etc.
Grant Domestic
International
(30 credit hours, 10 courses)
$5,690
$18,051
+ Books
$1,450
$1,450
+ Tuition & Fees*
* Tutions and fees are subject to change and vary among programs. For more information visit unbc.ca/fees
Cost of Living
Usually non-repayable awards based on need, provided by provincial or federal governments or private corporations.
Scholarship An award given to students recognized for academic excellence and/or other achievements.
Student Loan A student loan is repayable upon completion of one’s studies. The federal and provincial governments both provide student loan plans.
$2.4
million given in student awards annually
Application Deadlines for Awards
+ On Campus Housing & Fees
$4,352
Key Dates
+ Off Campus Housing
$4,600
Early Admission Awards
December 15, 2013
+ Food (Optional meal card available)
$2,000
UNBC Leadership Award
December 15, 2013
+ Entertainment/Expenses
$1,600
All other UNBC awards
March 1, 2014
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1 in 5 students receive a financial award
Admission Requirements Provincial Admission requirements
Provincial Admission Requirements Province/ Territory
English Course Plus 3 Approved Courses from:
BC/ Yukon
English 12
Alberta/ NWT/ Nunavut
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
English language Arts 30-1
English A 30 and B 30
Applications of Mathematics, BC First Nations Studies, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Comparative Civilizations, Economics, English Literature, Francais, Francais Language Seconde -Immersion, French, German, Geography, Geology, History, Japanese, Latin, Law, Mandarin, Math Foundations, Physics, Pre-Calculus, Principles of Mathematics, Punjabi, Social Justice, Spanish, Sustainable Resources, Technical and Professional Communications, Writing + 1 additional grade 12 course Aboriginal Studies 30, Biology 30, Blackfoot Language & Culture 30, Chemistry 30, Chinese Language & Culture 30, Cree Language & Culture 30, English 35, Experiential Science 30, Francais 30-1 or 30-2, French 30, French 31A/B/C, French Language Arts 30-1 or 30-2, German 30/30S, German 31, German Language Arts 30, German Language & Culture 30, Gonawo K’e 35, Inuktitut 35, Inuktitut Studies 35, Italian Language & Culture 30, Japanese Language & Culture 30, Latin 30, Mathematics 30-1, Mathematics 31, Physics 30, Pure Mathematics 30, Science 30, Social Studies 30-1 or 30-2, South Slavey 35, Spanish Language & Culture 30, Ukrainian Language & Culture 30/30S, Ukrainian Language Arts 30 + 1 additional Level 30 or 31 courses needed to graduate. The fifth course subject must be distinct from the other four academic courses (eg., English Language Arts 30-1 and English Language Arts 30-2 cannot both be used.) Math A30, or B30, or C30, or Pre-Calculus 30 and at least three additional courses numbered 30 or 30H selected from the following subjects: Biology 30, Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, Computer Science 30, Economics 30, Français A30 or B30, French 30, Geography 30, Geology 30, German 30, History 30, Latin 30, Law 30, Mathematics 30, Native Studies 30, Physics 30, Psychology 30, Social Studies 30, Spanish 30, Ukranian 30, Ukranian Language, Arts 30. + additional academic course(s) necessary to graduate
English 40S, one of Comprehensive Focus, Literary Focus, or Transactional Focus
Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, Computer Science 40S, Français 40S, Geography 40S, History 40S, Language 40S, Law 40S, Mathematics 40S, Native Canadian Languages 40S, Physics 40S, Pre Calculus 40S, Social Science 40S/World Issues 40S, Western Civilization 40S + one additional course from above or another area at the 40A (advanced), 40G (general), or 40S (specialized) level and any further work necessary to graduate
Ontario
English 4U
four additional Grade 12 4U/UM courses All high school courses applied as prerequisites for UNBC courses must be drawn from the “University” designation. Not more than one course may be drawn from the “Arts” category.
Transfer Students
A minimum of 15 credit hours of acceptable transfer course work is required. The cumulative GPA on all transferable work attempted must be at least 2.0 (C). Complete applications are processed in 72 hours! Official transcripts are required from all post-secondary institutions attended, including distance education schools. www.bctransferguide.ca
Advanced Placement
Students who take the College Board Advanced Placement courses in high school may be awarded transfer credit upon receipt of the official exam results from the College Board. Courses completed with a grade of four or above will be awarded transfer credit. Students who have completed AP courses with a grade of three may be considered for Advanced Standing in a first-year course. A listing of acceptable AP courses for transfer credit is available in the BC Transfer Guide www.bctransferguide.ca
International Baccalaureate
Students who are awarded an International Baccalaureate Diploma may be awarded up to 30 credit hours of transfer credit upon receipt of the official transcript from the international baccalaureate headquarters. Students who are awarded the diploma must have an overall standing of four, with no course below a three. Students who are awarded the International Baccalaureate Certificate must have a grade of four in each Higher level subject to be eligible for individual course transfer credit. A list of acceptable IB courses is available in the BC Transfer Guide www.bctransferguide.ca
Admission Requirements by Program
English Language Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree Admission requirements Recommended courses Deadline * Minimum avG and/or other details to apply
• Arts • Commerce
Provincial admission requirementsts Provincial admission requirements
Pre-Calculus 12 recommended for prerequisite purposes
• Education
90 credit hours of University course work
Please visit www.unbc.ca/education for specific information
• Environmental
Provincial admission requirements including Pre-Calculus 12, two provincially examinable Science 12 courses, and Chemistry 11
Physics 12 and Biology 11 or 12 are highly recommended
March 1
75%. Competitive Entry
• Fine Arts
Provincial admission requirements including Portfolio
For Portfolio requirements visit: www.unbc.ca/fine-arts/admissionrequirements.html
February 1
67% Competitive Entry
• Health Sciences
Provincial admission requirements + Biology 12 (65% min), Chemistry 11 (65% min), and Pre-Calculus 11 (65% min)
Applicants to the Bio-Medical stream are encouraged to take Pre-Calculus 12
March 1
65% Competitive Entry
• Nursing
Provincial admission requirements including Biology 12 (73% min within 5 years prior to the semester of admission to NCBNP), Principles of Math 11 (67% min) or PreCalculus 11 (67% min) or Foundations of Math 11 (67% min), and Chemistry 11 (67% min)
To apply, please contact our partner institutions: Prince Geoge / Quesnel: www.cnc.bc.ca Terrace: www.nwcc.bc.ca
March 31
67% min. Competitive Entry
• Planning
Provincial admission requirements
Pre-Calculus 12 recommended for prerequisite purposes
March 1
65%
• Science
Provincial admission requirements
Biology 11 or 12, Pre-Calculus 12, and Physics 12 are recommended for many science degrees
March 1
65%
• Social Work
60 credit hours including FNST 100, SOCW 200, SOCW 201, and WMST 100
Must provide references and a statement of intent. Please visit www.unbc.ca/socialwork for complete details
February 1
Engineering
Intake suspended for 2014
Approved AP and IB (all standard level and higher level) courses can be used in place of any approved Grade 12 Canadian high school course. *Admission requirements and deadlines are subject to change. Deadlines are often extended. Meeting the minimum entrance average does not guarantee admission to competitive entry programs.
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Official admission requirements are available online at unbc.ca/calendar
March 1
65%
March 1
65%
March 15
2.33 GPA Competitive Entry
Acceptable evidence of English language proficiency may be any one of the following: • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 88 or higher in the internet based test, with not less than 20 in each of the Reading, Listening, Writing or Speaking components. UNBC’s institutional TOEFL code is 0320. • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of at least 6.5 overall, with not less than 6.0 in any of the four modules. • LPI (Language Proficiency Index) score of at least 5.
2.67 GPA. Competitive Entry
• Comparable results in any other internationally recognized English Language Assessment test considered as equivalent to TOEFL or IELTS. • A final grade of 2.00 (C) or better in the UNBC English Language Studies 50 Component 1 and 2. • A final grade of 70% or better in English 12 from the British Columbia secondary system. • A final grade of 75% (B) or better in a University Transferable English course.
Admission Average For all provinces the best grade for each required course will be used (either the course mark or the course mark blended with the provincial exam).
Becoming a UNBC Student
Dates & Deadlines
The Application process | unbc.ca/apply
QUick Reference | unbc.ca/apply
Application Deadlines for September 2014 Entry
Apply
Learn Go to unbc.ca/future-students to find out about our undergraduate programs, services, and what life is like at UNBC. Better yet, visit our campus and we’ll take you on a personal tour.
Send in an application for admission along with a $35 fee ($75 for international students). A $40 document evaluation fee will also apply to post-secondary applicants outside of BC and secondary and post-secondary applicants outside of Canada. unbc.ca/apply
Submit Be sure to send us your official transcripts and any other required documents for your program of study. Current Grade 12 students in BC can sign up to have their transcripts sent to UNBC automatically by registering online through the Ministry of Education ED Access System. Ask your counsellor for details.
Next Steps
March 1, 2014
Apply to Housing unbc.ca/housing
• Social Work • Fine Arts • Arts • Commerce • Environmental Engineering • Health Sciences • Planning • Science • Education • Nursing Northern Advancement Program
June 1, 2014
Fund your education unbc.ca/financial-aid
Application Deadlines for January 2015 Entry
Take a campus tour online or in person unbc.ca/future-students Talk to an advisor unbc.ca/advising Ask questions unbc4u@unbc.ca Follow UNBC
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Canadian and International Students
February 1, 2014 February 1, 2014 (Intake suspended for 2014) March 15, 2014 March 31, 2014
Canadian Students
• Arts • Commerce • Planning • Science
November 1, 2014
International Students
• Arts • Commerce • Planning • Science
June 1, 2014
Application Deadlines for Awards Key Dates Early Admission Awards (Submit an application for admission to UNBC to be automatically eligible) UNBC Leadership Award (Apply online at unbc.ca/financial-aid) All other UNBC awards (Apply online at unbc.ca/financial-aid)
December 15, 2013 December 15, 2013 March 1, 2014
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Northwest
Peace River-Liard
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Lukas Bosch, a first-year student from Regina, Saskatchewan, is UNBC’s Campus Correspondent for the 2013/2014 academic year. Lukas is using a number of social media tools, including a blog, facebook and video, to document the student experience at UNBC from his unique perspective as a first-year student. Follow Lukas at: University of Northern British Columbia | 56 blogs.unbc.ca/unbc-campus-correspondent
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