In support of the University of British Columbia’s mission to be one of the world’s very best universities, the Faculty of Graduate Studies strives to elevate achievement and enhance the education of graduate students in a global context, providing

• superior service with activities and support programs for graduate students, faculty and staff;
• responsive and responsible administration that is transparent, consistent and equitable;
• an intellectual and social environment that enhances the quality of graduate education, based on the values of excellence and mutual respect; and
• outstanding opportunities for professional development that enhance career options and encourage graduates to contribute positively to a civil and sustainable society.

Residential Graduate Colleges

The Faculty is home to two internationally recognized residential graduate colleges, Green College and St. John’s College, and to the equally renowned Interdisciplinary Studies Graduate Program (ISGP).

Killam Endowment

The Faculty also administers the Advanced Studies portion of the Isaac Walton Killam Memorial Endowment on behalf of the University, including oversight of the committees, the Fellowship programs, and reporting to the Killam Trustees. Visit the Killam Trusts website for more information.