UBC Certificate
- $12,250
As science communications have grown increasingly complex and convoluted, the world needs those who can collaborate as part of interdisciplinary teams to communicate science, medicine and health concepts effectively and accurately in ways audiences can understand.
The UBC Certificate in Biomedical Visualization and Communication is an integrated skills program that blends art, science, critical thinking, co-creativity, teamwork and communication skills. The one-of-a-kind curriculum project-based curriculum was developed by the UBC Hackspace for Innovation and Visualization in Education (HIVE) in the Faculty of Arts.
You’ll come away from the program with a unique set of biomedical visualization and communication skills and prepared to create engaging and informative biomedical communications as a member of a cross-functional team.
- Format: 100% online and instructor supported with real-time classes, workshops, labs and project team working sessions. Progress through the program with a cohort of 30 peers.
- Duration: 11 months, part-time, totalling 180 hours of online learning
- Cost: $12,250 | Early bird fee: $11,950 (save $300)
- Application deadline: September 15, 2025 | Apply by July 31, 2025 for early bird savings
Information session
Join us August 27 to learn about the UBC Certificate in Biomedical Visualization and Communication. Get an overview of the program from the program instructors, and hear from past students about their experience.
Program details
StrongerBC future skills grant
This program is eligible for StrongerBC future skills grant.
Applications for the grant open July 15, 2025 on the StrongerBC future skills grant Management System. Limited seats are available.
Read about eligibility and registration process.

Bridging the gap between science and communication
The program’s distinct focus on biomedical communication through visual storytelling intrigued me—making scientific concepts accessible and engaging.
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