Spotlight type: Why Engineering?

Choose Canada. Choose BC. Choose UBC Engineering.

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A degree from UBC opens a world of possibilitiesWondering where you want to pursue your engineering degree? No matter where you are living now, your best choice for quality, diversity, reputation, career opportunities and value for money is most…

Looking for a career with growth potential? Engineering is a great choice

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Want career growth potential? Engineering’s got it Let’s face it: an undergraduate education is a significant investment of time and money. You’ll be paying tuition and spending at least four years of your life in university.

Build a well-balanced life as a UBC Engineering student

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There’s a lot more to being a UBC Engineering student than meeting the requirements of your degree!

Learning to be a professional

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Engineering is a well-paying, impactful profession. At UBC, students gain technical, ethical, and communication skills through integrated learning and co-op, preparing them to become responsible, licensed engineers committed to sustainability.

Looking for choice? Choose UBC Engineering

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UBC Engineering offers diverse programs with a foundational first year to explore options before specializing. Students gain hands-on experience, career flexibility, and in-demand skills. Co-op and design teams enhance learning.

Engineering Transfer Program: A Path to Success

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The UBC Engineering Transfer Program allows students to complete their first year at partner institutions before transferring to UBC. It offers flexibility, smaller classes, and a cost-effective pathway to a UBC Engineering degree.

UBC Engineering Co-op: Experience That Counts

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UBC Engineering Co-op combines a flexible program with paid work terms, helping students gain diverse experience, build networks, and graduate with top skills, enviable resumes, and strong employer connections.

Why study engineering? And why study engineering at UBC?

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Consistently, an excellent choiceIf you’re looking for a versatile and rewarding degree, engineering is a great option. No matter where we’re at in the economic cycle, engineers are in demand across virtually every industry. And if you want to be…

One degree. Two campuses. Your choice.

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A degree from UBC is recognized around the world. As one of the world’s top universities offering one of Canada’s best engineering programs, students who graduate from UBC are highly respected and sought after by employers.

Engineer a Sustainable Future at UBC

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If you want to make the world a better and more sustainable place, engineering is the way to do itEngineers make an impact in everything they do, whether that’s coming up with ways to improve access to clean water, repurposing waste materials in the…

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