UBC Future Global Leaders is an exciting pre-university program for high school students ages 15-18. Try an academic course taught by UBC professors and affiliated instructors, get a taste of life at a top university, and prepare for your future beyond high school. Make friends from around the world as you explore your interests and passions.
Your future starts here
Online or on-campus
Experience university life at UBC, or take an online course. All courses are taught by UBC professors and affiliated instructors.
Terms and duration
Our on-campus program takes place in July and August in Vancouver, BC at the UBC Vancouver campus. Our online courses are offered year-round.
For high school students
Our program is open to high school students ages 15-18 who have completed grade 10 or equivalent.
Eligibility
Recommended 78% average / 3.5 GPA / B average / IB 5 or higher / IELTS of 6.0 / TOEFL 80 or higher (or equivalent) for English language learners.
Easy registration
No application, transcripts or proof of English is required. Simply check your eligibility and register.
Letter of completion
Receive a letter of completion when you successfully finish your course or mini school.
Future Global Leaders on-campus
Get a head start on university in this exciting summer program that blends academic learning, skill-building workshops, fun social activities and making friends from around the world --- all on the beautiful UBC campus in Vancouver, BC.
Future Global Leaders online
Challenge yourself in university-level courses from wherever you are. Taught by UBC professors and affiliated instructors, our online first-year level courses give high school students an opportunity to dig into their academic interests in small, engaging virtual classes.
About the University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC, Canada is a world-leading centre for teaching, learning and research. Some of the most influential global rankings place UBC in the top 10 universities in North America, and top 5% in the world.* UBC has been recognized for its global impact: a place where people shape a better world.
I love making new friends and it felt like every day I was hanging out with someone new. I really enjoyed my time with the student life assistants because they were AWESOME. They were super inclusive, and were always trying to talk to someone to make sure they were feeling all right.
Ridhwanlai, UBC Future Global Leaders On-Campus Student, Summer 2022
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