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Learn how we advance UBC’s global strategic priorities
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UBC 'in service' – global engagement for a better world
UBC has an important role to play in leveraging the university’s resources to build a just, sustainable society. We are committed to educating students as global citizens and working with partners large and small on addressing some of the greatest challenges to humanity and the planet.
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St. John's College 25th Anniversary Garden Party: The International Edition
The UBC Vancouver residential college toasted its quarter-century milestone in style
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Dr. Kishore Mulpuri on ‘local to global to local’
Making a commitment to collaborate year-round is key to mutually rewarding alliances
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Graduating with a global perspective: Ginah Choi
This UBC undergrad took part in not one, but three UBC global programs
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From around the world to a UBC degree
Snapshots from the UBC Vantage College graduation reception
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UBC Global Facts + Stats
1stNorth America’s most international university (Times Higher Education, 2022)
13thWorldwide for delivering on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (Times Higher Education, 2022)
300+Partnerships with universities + research institutions around the globe
UBC Vantage College: Giving academically outstanding international students a launch pad into UBC
For international students who do not yet meet the English language admission requirements for direct entry in UBC, Vantage College fills the gap. Students live in residence on the Vancouver campus for year 1, taking academic and language coursework taught by award-winning faculty members. They also get individual mentor support and guidance. Then in year 2, students continue on to pursue their UBC undergraduate degree.
Learn about the program, resources and a current students’ personal experiences. Info: vantagecollege.ubc.ca