- In-Person
- $2,050 - $5,270
This mini school is part of the UBC Future Global Leaders on-campus program for high school students ages 15–18. With 45 hours of class time, FGL mini schools provide a comprehensive introduction to a program area and include information on learning pathways and career opportunities.
In this mini school, we work in teams to discover how experts use different strategies and tools to study marine ecosystems, observe marine life in their natural habitats, and report findings to shape important policies. We research how different tools like drones and data science platforms are used to tackle challenges such as understanding the deep sea, observing marine mammals, and promoting sustainable fishing practices. Along the way, you develop general skills in the world of marine research, problem-solving, and sharing your ideas effectively with others.
Why marine science? The ocean is full of life, mysteries and challenges, and is vital for humanity as it provides nutritious food, supports livelihood and connects closely to many cultures. However, the need to protect the ocean has never been greater. And that is the ultimate goal of marine science: to help protect the ocean.
To achieve this goal, marine science requires creative thinkers who can solve real-world problems and inspire others to care for our blue planet. There are many essential and exciting career opportunities in marine science. Jobs in the ocean economy cover a wide range of careers, like protecting marine life, managing ocean resources, creating new technologies, and developing policies to keep our oceans healthy.
If you’re passionate about science, sustainability, or making a difference, this mini school is your chance to dive into the world of marine science and start making waves!
Course format
This mini-school is held on the UBC Vancouver campus. You attend class in-person 9am–12noon and 1:30-3pm, Monday through Friday.
Choose to live in a student residence on campus or commute daily to UBC Vancouver:
Commuter Option: includes lunch in residence dining hall, Monday through Friday, and UBC Recreation Card.
Residence Option: includes private room and full board, airport pick-up and drop-off, local medical insurance for all international students (and custodianship if required for visa), weeknight and weekend social activities (e.g., trips to Grouse Mountain, Granville Island and Robson Street) and UBC Recreation Card.
Cost details
| Fees per two-week mini school* | Residence option | Commuter option |
| International students | $5,270 CAD | $2,770 CAD |
| Canadian students (including Permanent Residents) | $4,550 CAD | $2,050 CAD |
*All fees are subject to change.
To register
A Family Account in UBC’s Lifelong Learning registration system is required to register for UBC Future Global Leaders on-campus.
After you add the course to your cart and go to check out, you’re asked to create a new Family Account or log in if you already have a Family Account.
A parent or guardian needs to set up the Family Account with their primary email address. After the account is created, the parent/guardian adds the learner as a family member to their Family Account using the learner’s primary email address (the learner’s email address cannot be the same as the parent/guardian email address).
Add the learner to the course session in your cart and complete the checkout process.
After completing the checkout process, and while logged into your Family Account, select Applications to access the FGL information package. Your registration is not final until the information package has been completed and submitted. You may partially complete the information package and return to it at any time within your Family Account.