Overall Reviews
4.04 / 5 based on 139 reviews
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“My journey at UBC so far”
Jaanvi S
Japan, Undergraduate
Business Studies, 2022
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I am studying at the Okanagan campus of University of British Columbia (UBCO), the less "popular" campus. When I initially applied to University of British Columbia, I applied to get into the Vancouver campus. Unfortunately I did not manage to get into the Vancouver campus but I got in the Okanagan campus. I must say it is one of the best decisions of my life. Although some courses are not worth the money that I have to pay as an international student. I love how the community is small and loving. It gives a chance to connect with your professors!
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Pros
Smaller campus, chance to connect with your teachers
Cons
Still developing to try and reach the Vancouver campu
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“My journey at UBC so far”
Jaanvi S
Japan, Undergraduate
Business Studies, 2022
Overall
I am studying at the Okanagan campus of University of British Columbia (UBCO), the less "popular" campus. When I initially applied to University of British Columbia, I applied to get into the Vancouver campus. Unfortunately I did not manage to get into the Vancouver campus but I got in the Okanagan campus. I must say it is one of the best decisions of my life. Although some courses are not worth the money that I have to pay as an international student. I love how the community is small and loving. It gives a chance to connect with your professors!
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Pros
Smaller campus, chance to connect with your teachers
Cons
Still developing to try and reach the Vancouver campu
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Andreas P
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I wish I had known...
"early arrival" exists, but I was told 4 days before the planned arrivel date that I didn't get it - so one shouldn't rely on it!
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In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
very cool place, but exchange students are treated like regular students. so don't just rely on your exchange status...
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
take your time before or after the term to travel around. a weekend-trip to the rockies is too short...
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Bettina R
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I wish I had known...
the workload for all the courses I took
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Good university, good courses and instructors, but carefully select your courses so that you have enough time for your social life!
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
Definitely try to see as much of the country as possible! Spots to see: Victoria, Whistler Mountain, Bowen Island.
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“Very international and Great Programs”
Joshua S
Canada, Undergraduate
Environmental Sciences, 2021
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UBC is a great school for connecting with people from all over the world. It is what inspired me to look outside of Canada for work and educational opportunities.
Additionally, the environmental science program and Indigenous studies program are great for giving students real-world experience and challenging them to not just accept leading theories on environmental or anti-oppression work but to read and study lots to form their own opinions and theories.
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Pros
Amazing professors
Cons
Expensive city
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BlueMarlin
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I wish I had known...
It would've been good to know that it's SO easy to settle in, 'cos I was nervous about going on exchange. Having said that I probably wouldn't have believed it.
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Definately worth coming here. It's a world away from university back home. The campus is huge with lots to do, and Vancouver is an amazing city. You'll never get bored. The uni has excellent sports facilities, libraries and is very scenic.
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
If you want catered halls - Choose Place Vanier or Totem - they're also v. good for meeting lots of people
Gage Towers are self catered halls
Fairview is self catered too
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