University of British Columbia (UBC)

Since its opening in 1915, the University of British Columbia has developed a reputation for innovation and excellence in both teaching and research, and has become a leader in higher education in Canada.
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UBC Graduate School

Strategic Strength:

Today UBC is becoming new again, responding to the changes occurring around us in society, through the university’s vision for the 21 st century, Trek 2010. Under the aegis of Trek, the university has reorganized its goals and priorities around five key areas: people, learning, research, community, and internationalization. Significant progress has been made in achieving these goals.

The University of British Columbia is well placed to take a leading role in the growth and change occurring in our society. We have great strengths in the excellence of our faculty and their research achievements, in the quality of our students, and in the dedication of our staff. We are strong also thanks to growing endowments and a truly magnificent campus.

Student Population:

From fewer than 400 registrants in 1915, the student population has grown to over 28,000 undergraduates and 6,400 graduate students, as well as more than 40,000 non-credit, certificate, and distance education learners.

Faculty Strength:

Its faculty and staff number over 9,000.