Update regarding international student study permits and allocation of BC Provincial attestation letters
On January 22, 2024, the Canadian federal government announced a two-year temporary cap on study permits for international students. This measure did not impact international students already in Canada, and it also excluded graduate students. It did cause concerns for new undergraduate international students thinking about enrolling in Canadian institutions, including UBC, in the Fall of 2024.
Guidance for ongoing collegial discussions for the university community
UBC scholars enjoy academic freedom which entitles them to engage in full and unrestricted consideration of any opinion within the law.
Update regarding temporary federal intake cap on international student study permits
On January 22, 2024, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced a temporary intake cap on the number of international student study permit applications that will be issued for the 2024 and 2025 school years.
Removing course location information from public view
Updates for Okanagan Leadership
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UBCO faculty and staff host international students at Christmas
Host for the Holidays offers chance to learn diverse cultures, share festive spirit
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2023 Micro-credential funding opportunities
The Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills is currently accepting applications to fund micro-credential proposals under two micro-credential initiatives: the Stackable Micro-Credentials Initiative and the Micro-Credential Shared Curriculum Initiative
UBC launches inaugural Student Diversity Census
New census will provide UBC with important demographic data to better understand the diversity of the student body, identify barriers to inclusion and opportunities to enhance student experiences, and assess progress.
Resources and support for the UBC Community amidst geopolitical tensions
UBC is aware that some community members are concerned about current geopolitical tensions between Canada and India. We also recognize this situation may be causing stress and anxiety and is affecting our students, faculty members and staff in different ways.