Events
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Jul 27 to Aug 27
Sharpen your skills with HS Summer STEM Camps
8:00am - 4:00pm (+31 days) | 2335 Engineering Road
Are your high schoolers looking for something fun and hands-on to pass the summer? Look no further! Sign your kids up for UBC Geering Up’s full-day, week-long STEM Camps. They’ll learn from passionate university student instructors while they explore campus. With themes like:Environmental Engineering Sr. (Week 5) Jul 27-31, 2026Experiential Physics Jr. (Week 6) Aug 4-7, 2026Environmental Engineering Sr. (Week 7) Aug 10-14, 206Environmental Engineering Sr. (Week 8) Aug 17-21, 2026Software Engineering Jr. (Week 9) Aug 24-27, 2026Psst! Not quite in high school yet? We also have STEM camps for students going into grades 6/7, including:Pathways in STEM 6/7 (Week 6) Aug 4-7, 2026Intro to Engineering 6/7 (Week 6) Aug 4-7, 2026City Creators 6/7 (Week 8) Aug 17-21, 2026Register now
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Aug 4 to 7
UBCO Geering Up Camps: Integrated Engineering 8/9/10
9:00am - 3:00pm (+3 days)
Curious about where engineering could take you?This program offers an immersive tour through the wide range of engineering disciplines offered at UBC. Explore how machines work from the inside out, dive into Electrical and Computer Engineering, and experiment with real‑world concepts from Chemical and Biological Engineering. Each day spotlights a different branch of engineering, giving you the chance to design, test, problem‑solve, and see how engineers tackle challenges in the world.Through hands‑on builds, interactive demonstrations, and guided design challenges, you’ll uncover how different engineering specialties connect and how they drive innovation across industries. Whether you’re excited by 3D modelling, structures, mechanical systems, software design, or scientific exploration, you’ll find a path that sparks your curiosity.Join this program if you want to explore multiple branches of engineering, from digital design and mechanical problem‑solving to chemical and biological applications, while discovering where your own interests might lead! This camp experience is for participants entering grades 8-10 in September 2026
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Aug 6
Engineering Physics Robot Competition
10:00am - 12:00pm | 2045 East Mall
Real Mars missions are complex, and sometimes delayed. But on Earth, UBC students are all systems go for a simulated expedition to the red planet. Join us on August 6 in the Hebb building to cheer on sixteen teams of engineering physics students that have worked through the summer to build fully autonomous robots from scratch. The robots will compete in timed two-minute heats to establish a simulated Mars habitat by assembling a radio tower, uncovering a solar panel and building a habitat dome. The robots will also search for a hidden aluminum deposit among Martian rocks, and can earn bonus points by flashing a light to detect two tiny Teletubbies figures hiding on the planet’s surface.
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Aug 10 to 14
UBCO Geering Up Camps: Integrated Engineering 8/9/10 (August 10-14)
9:00am - 3:00pm (+4 days)
Curious about where engineering could take you?This program offers an immersive tour through the wide range of engineering disciplines offered at UBC. Explore how machines work from the inside out, dive into Electrical and Computer Engineering, and experiment with real‑world concepts from Chemical and Biological Engineering. Each day spotlights a different branch of engineering, giving you the chance to design, test, problem‑solve, and see how engineers tackle challenges in the world.Through hands‑on builds, interactive demonstrations, and guided design challenges, you’ll uncover how different engineering specialties connect and how they drive innovation across industries. Whether you’re excited by 3D modelling, structures, mechanical systems, software design, or scientific exploration, you’ll find a path that sparks your curiosity.Join this program if you want to explore multiple branches of engineering, from digital design and mechanical problem‑solving to chemical and biological applications, while discovering where your own interests might lead! This camp experience is for participants entering grades 8-10 in September 2026
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Aug 11
UBC Engineering: Advanced Credit Workshop (August 11)
4:30pm - 5:30pm
This workshop being held on August 11th, is for Engineering students who are coming to UBC with AP, IB, or A-Level credits. Learn about how to get your advanced credits assessed, where to find them on Workday, and how to apply them to the First Year Program. All these questions and more will be answered in the virtual workshop, and you'll meet some members of the Engineering Academic Services team. Please note that this session will contain identical information to the session held on June 9th.
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Aug 17 to 21
UBCO Geering Up Camps: Coding and Game Design 8/9/10 (August 17-21)
9:00am - 3:00pm (+4 days)
Calling all gamers, builders, and digital creators!If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to bring a video game to life, this program is your chance to dive into the world of coding and game design using JavaScript. Throughout the week, you’ll work with real programming tools, create custom characters and animations, design interactive game worlds, and learn how game mechanics work behind the scenes through hands‑on coding.Participants will primarily explore JavaScript fundamentals while also getting a light introduction to concepts from other coding languages. You’ll experiment with beginner‑friendly game libraries, practice core game design skills, and transform creative ideas into fully playable digital experiences. Whether you’re brand new to coding or already tinkering with your own projects, this camp offers exciting challenges and opportunities for every skill level.Join this program if you love video games, enjoy creative problem‑solving, and want to learn how to build your own interactive games using JavaScript code, with a glimpse into other languages along the way!This camp experience is for participants entering grades 8-10 in September 2026
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Aug 31 to Sep 3
UBCO Geering Up Camps: Integrated Engineering 8/9/10 (August 31 - September 3)
9:00am - 3:00pm (+3 days)
Curious about where engineering could take you?This program offers an immersive tour through the wide range of engineering disciplines offered at UBC. Explore how machines work from the inside out, dive into Electrical and Computer Engineering, and experiment with real‑world concepts from Chemical and Biological Engineering. Each day spotlights a different branch of engineering, giving you the chance to design, test, problem‑solve, and see how engineers tackle challenges in the world.Through hands‑on builds, interactive demonstrations, and guided design challenges, you’ll uncover how different engineering specialties connect and how they drive innovation across industries. Whether you’re excited by 3D modelling, structures, mechanical systems, software design, or scientific exploration, you’ll find a path that sparks your curiosity.Join this program if you want to explore multiple branches of engineering, from digital design and mechanical problem‑solving to chemical and biological applications, while discovering where your own interests might lead! This camp experience is for participants entering grades 8-10 in September 2026
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Sep 9
Step into Quantum Information Session
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Quantum technologies are advancing rapidly across computing, cybersecurity, materials science and other industries, creating growing demand for professionals with quantum knowledge and applied skills. Many organizations are seeking professionals who can understand quantum concepts, recognize their real-world applications and work across multidisciplinary teams.In this information session, learn how the new UBC Micro-certificate in Step into Quantum helps individuals build confidence, strengthen critical thinking and better understand what quantum technologies mean for work and industry. During the session, meet the instructors who are experts in the field. Bring your questions to a Q&A following the presentation.AgendaWelcome and IntroductionsProgram Highlights and CurriculumQ&ARegistration is required. We will send you instructions to join the online information session one business day before the session.Can’t make the scheduled time? We will send a link to the session recording to everyone who registers.
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Sep 19
Applied Science Dean's BBQ
12:30pm - 2:30pm | 2335 Engineering Road
Grill-seekers! Prepare to get your blaze on at the upcoming Dean’s BBQ.Grill thrills commence at 12:30 PM on Saturday, September 19. The UBC Engineering Student Centre (behind the Kaiser Building) will be sizzling from 12:30 to 2:30 PM.* Be sure to RSVP by September 4. *Open to Applied Science community members only (alumni, faculty, staff and friends) and up to 2 additional guests.
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Oct 6
2026 Canadian Graduate Engineering Consortium
12:00pm - 3:00pm | 2332 Main Mall
Want to learn how a graduate degree in engineering can move your career forward? Connect with Canada’s leading engineering schools, including UBC Engineering, at the upcoming Canadian Graduate Engineering Consortium (CGEC) conference in-person at the UBC Vancouver campus. Representatives from all 8 partner universities will be present, so you can meet and speak with faculty, admissions advisors and students in graduate programs to answer your questions about your desired field of research and how to apply.Participating universities:McMaster UniversityQueen’s UniversityToronto Metropolitan UniversityUniversity of British ColumbiaUniversity of TorontoUniversity of WaterlooWestern UniversityYork UniversityExplore your potential.Register nowSee the full tour schedule
