Your Future Starts Here
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 instructors, get a taste of life at a top-tier university, and prepare to succeed beyond high school. Make friends from around the world as you explore your interests and passions!
At a Glance
Online or On-Campus
Experience university life at the stunning UBC Vancouver campus, or take an online course from wherever you are. All courses are taught by UBC professors and instructors.
Terms and Duration
Our two-week on-campus program takes place in July and August. Our online courses are offered year-round.
For High School Students
This 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.
Bursaries
The UBC President Bursary is available to British Columbia grade 11 students in need who meet eligibility criteria.
Summer 2022 On-Campus
UBC Future Global Leaders | On-Campus
JULY 11–22, 2022
JULY 25 – AUGUST 5, 2022
Get a taste of university life at the stunning UBC Vancouver campus. Meet students from around the world as you explore your academic interests and get ready to succeed in university.
Summer 2022 Online
UBC Future Global Leaders | Online
JULY 4–22, 2022
JULY 25 – AUGUST 12, 2022
Experience university learning and explore your academic interests from wherever you are. Choose from popular first-year subjects taught by UBC professors and instructors. Or take a self-paced university preparation course.
Get Ready to Apply to University
Your Guide to Getting into a Canadian University is designed to maximize your chances of getting into your top-choice university. Learn how to write university applications that catch the attention of admissions committees. Please note this course does not offer live virtual classes.
Fall 2022 Online
UBC Future Global Leaders | Online
Saturdays, September 24 - December 3, 2022
Get a taste of university learning – without the exams! Try out an introductory course in business, engineering, psychology, Python or crime and society. Learn with UBC professors and instructors in small virtual classes offered Saturdays.
Experience
university life on campus, or learn from where you are
Learn
with outstanding UBC professors and instructors
Explore
a wide range of academic courses
Boost
your chances of getting into a Canadian university
The online Introduction to Engineering classes are going great! The live sessions are very interactive and it almost feels as if the course was in-person.
– Kimathra, UBC Future Global Leaders Student
Living independently in residence was new and exciting to me. I thought it would be a great chance to live with people and make new friends from all over the world. University is not just about studying, but also getting ready to take part in society.
– Daniel, UBC Future Global Leaders Student, and UBC Undergraduate Student
About the University of British Columbia
The University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC, Canada is a global centre for teaching, learning and research. The most influential global rankings consistently place UBC in the top five per cent of universities in the world. UBC has been recognized for its global impact and was recently ranked the most international university in North America.
