By completing this 11 month program you will complete the first year of your degree, develop your English abilities and enhance your research capabilities. You will have the opportunity to study with brightest students from around the world, all while living in beautiful British Columbia, Canada!
Why should you apply to UBC's Vantage One program?
UBC’s Vantage One program is unique in offering students, like you, the chance to complete first year degree courses while developing your academic English abilities.
You can study in one of four degree streams
Regardless of the stream you choose, you’ll study in a close-knit cohort of students from all over the world, all while strengthening your English abilities.
Bachelor of Applied Science (Engineering)
Gain a strong foundation of core knowledge in engineering. Coursework ranges from sustainability and engineering, to matter and energy, and computation in engineering design.
Bachelor of Arts
Build a solid foundation of knowledge in the arts and strengthen your communication skills. Study topics like political science, psychology, geography, research and writing.
Bachelor of Management
Develop your skills for future roles in managing organizations. Coursework ranges from micro and macroeconomics to corporate responsibility, sociology, and an introduction to Canadian business.
Bachelor of Science
Establish a foundation of knowledge through a core set of science courses that range from chemistry, calculus through to programming. You will have the option of selecting computational and physical science electives.
Learn how UBC's Vantage One program prepared Felipe for university studies
Degree start date: September 2015
Now: Third Year Electrical Engineering Student
Home Country: Ecuador
“UBC is one of the most prestigious universities, not only in Canada, but also in the world. Before deciding to come to UBC, I did a lot of research about universities and I realized that UBC has a very big support system for international students like me. I didn't have to wait to start my UBC degree, I was able to start with Vantage One. I'm currently a third year electrical engineering student, and I would like to get involved in renewable energy in the future.”
Innovation, first-year research, university preparation
State-of-the-art facilities
You’ll study in a brand new state-of-the-art building with high-tech, innovative classrooms and collaborative, informal social spaces. With classrooms that feature enhanced smart board capabilities and others with video conference integration, you can be confident that you’ll have access to the best facilities to help you focus on your studies.
First year research opportunities
Develop your research skills by working with faculty mentors who will guide you in designing a research project. You’ll use your curiosity to design a research project that can solve global or community issues that matter most to you.
Academic preparation
You’ll build community with the students in your stream, as you learn and study closely with them throughout the year. Small-class sizes will ensure that you will have easy access to your professors. You’ll become more confident participating in academic discussions and writing essays in English.