Wajiha Mehdi "I chose UBC to study at the Gender, Race, Sexuality and Social Justice Institute because I was interested in their interdisciplinary approach with extensive expertise in intersectional feminist research. " Read More Varshaa Kumaran "A place of mind- Vancouver- a place where the sea meets the sky and the mountains, need I say more? Also, I love the peaceful chaos that the city offers. It is just the right mix of vibrant city life and calm nature for me. I love the diverse... Read More Musanna Galib "UBC has a strong applied science community, and I am excited to become a part of that. I was offered a 4-year fellowship and got the opportunity in the field I am interested in, which helped me decide to study at UBC. " Read More Fatemeh Asadi Zeidabadi "One of the reasons why I decided to study at UBC is its excellent reputation as a leading research-intensive university in Canada and the world. UBC is renowned for its academic excellence, diverse community, and commitment to advancing... Read More Kiarah O'Kane "Firstly, I completed my undergraduate degree at UBC, and it has always felt like home to me. It was hard to imagine myself feeling so at home at any other institution. Secondly, my research supervisors Dr. Samantha Dawson and Dr. Katrina... Read More Kaitlyn Zinn "I grew up in British Columbia, and the fish populations in this province are close to my heart. I wanted to work directly with the species I grew up with, and the Hinch lab at UBC is the perfect place to do so. Dr. Hinch works on many salmonid... Read More Shiva Zargar "I chose UBC to conduct both my second master’s degree and Ph.D. research as it is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. I wanted to conduct my research at a university that is known worldwide for its high level of education and... Read More Rachel Vivian Helmer "UBC is one of the most well-respected universities in Canada and the research/collaboration options here are amazing! The professors in my department were recommended to me as potential supervisors when I was an undergraduate participating in... Read More Jerry Achar "Joining UBC was a great deal for me because the University has high academic standards and a global reputation for producing cutting-edge research, competent graduate students and world leaders, and providing a conducive environment for... Read More Christine Wardell "UBC is a world-class institution; it has provided me with the resources I need to address the questions that our lab is pursuing. Moreover, it hosts a really great range of academics, who I have found to be very collaborative. " Read More Dorothy Lin "The genetics research community at UBC is what prompted me to choose UBC as the school for my graduate studies. When researching the potential supervisors in the Medical Genetics department, I was impressed by the variety of research - from... Read More Arun Kumar "I was looking for professors that were asking questions I was interested in. It so happened that quite a few of them were affiliated with UBC and were part of the vibrant and supportive academic community here. UBC also offers many scholarships... Read More Dante Prado "UBC houses one of the most thriving and exciting programs in my field, but also, Vancouver made sense for my partner's career. I should also note that many recommendations highlighted the campus's beauty (and size!). " Read More Cecilia Wang "UBC is a globally reputable university, and my department is also well renowned. There are many opportunities to support my career development. The Vancouver campus also has many valuable resources and a very active campus life. " Read More Braden Russell "UBC's CENES department has excellent faculty and resources that made it the best choice for me and my research. After discussing options with my MA supervisor, she recommended UBC. " Read More Eunice Bawafaa "I am drawn to the University of British Columbia’s Nursing program because of Faculty’s research expertise in areas of international nurse education, primary care areas, health leadership, community health, and health equity. In particular, my... Read More Ajibola Fabusuyi "UBC looms large as a reputable academic institution and given its high-ranking position among Canadian universities, it was easy to choose it over others. Moreso, the university is located in a beautiful landscape, close to nature, and boasts... Read More Jimmy Lo "Knowing that UBC is one of the top research universities, it would be a huge advantage for researchers to find resources to conduct research and seek collaborations, especially when my visual research topic is related to the multigenerational... Read More Pinhao Xiang "I really like the campus academic environment. Here, I have an opportunity to learn about cutting-edge knowledge in many medical fields and discover my passions. I also really like the libraries at UBC. The library is very resourceful and... Read More Jia Yu Xu "The University of British Columbia has an outstanding national and international reputation for its research excellence and global impact on promoting diversity and equity. I hope to gain recognition and credibility by earning its Master's... Read More Xaanja Free "I decided to study at UBC for many reasons, not just academic. 1. UBC was recommended by my professors at UVic, they said my grades were really good so I would be able to qualify to apply and that a librarian role would be great for my curious... Read More Mahta Amanian "UBC is a world renowned institution that is dedicated to student learning, growth, and development. I studied at UBC for my Bachelor of Science, and I knew that I wanted to continue my studies on the campus I called home. At UBC, I have learned... Read More Bhagyashree Chatterjee "As an international student, several factors attracted me to UBC’s Master of Journalism program. I specifically chose UBC because the other top universities in Canada do not offer a master’s in journalism. Moreover, the weather and aura that... Read More Katy Chen "UBC consistently ranks among the top universities in the world and is a trailblazer for innovation and cutting edge research. Academia and prestige aside, it is also located in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, with an abundance of... Read More Vanessa Diamond "I grew up in greater Vancouver and have always loved living here. The fact that Vancouver is home to an incredible university, UBC, is just the icing on the cake. I love the beauty and variety of culture that Vancouver has to offer and UBC... Read More Davi de Ferreyro Monticelli "After my exchange experience as an undergrad at the University of Auckland - New Zealand, and during my master's degree in Brazil, I knew that I wanted to pursue a Ph.D. internationally. In my search for a supervisor that could help me develop... Read More Elise Legarth "Choosing a university that wasn’t in my home country was a key priority for me as I wanted to explore other perspectives, and gain knowledge in techniques and models not regularly used in New Zealand. I’m so pleased I made this decision, as... Read More David Black "I have lived in several places in Europe, USA, and Canada, and have traveled widely elsewhere, and I am convinced that Vancouver is the best place on Earth. Studying at one of the top universities in the world while having an untracked... Read More Madeline Lauener "I decided to pursue my graduate studies at UBC because the goals of the university, which include the pursuit of excellence in research, learning, and engagement to foster global citizenship and advance a sustainable and just society, match... Read More Francis Yuen "I wanted to work with Dr. Hamlin, who essentially pioneered research on infants' moral reasoning and understanding. The Early Development Research Group at UBC also has an incredibly efficient system in place for developmental research, with... Read More Zhen Lin "For me, The University of British Columbia is one of the most prestigious and high-caliber post-secondary institutions globally. I am deeply fascinated by the beautiful campus landscape and impressed by the well-equipped instructional, research... Read More Rowenna Gryba "The potential to study with the amazing researchers here at UBC was the biggest draw. I completed my undergraduate degree at UBC and got to experience a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to research. That type of ideal and approach... Read More Melanie McPhail "Growing up in the Vancouver area, I was thrilled at the opportunity of continuing my graduate studies close to home after spending over a decade in Ontario. Additionally, studying at UBC provides me with the opportunity to work with Dr. Cristie... Read More Nancy Lin "I also obtained my Bachelor and Master degrees at UBC. UBC is internationally recognized as an institution that values academic excellence, innovation in research, and transformative learning. The rigour of the education that I received and the... Read More Esther Roorda "UBC is one of the top universities in Canada for reconfigurable computing and FPGA research. It has world-class faculty and a good selection of interesting classes. Visiting campus also helped me to make this decision: UBC has an amazing campus... Read More Isaiah Betinol "UBC is a world-class university and the campus is one of the most scenic in the world. The city of Vancouver is also one-of-a-kind with access to mountains and the ocean only a short distance away. " Read More Kaitlin Sullivan "I was drawn to UBC for my graduate studies because I was really interested in the research done by my supervisor Dr. Mark Cembrowski. The study of memory has always interested me and his multidisciplinary approach merging molecular, cellular,... Read More Sabrina Scott "UBC is my institution of choice not only because of its state-of-the-art research facilities and top-tier faculty, but because I am able to work for Prof. Laurel Schafer exploring green chemistry methodologies. In my work I operate at the... Read More Luke Polson "When applying to PhD programs, I knew that I wanted to engage in research that applied artificial intelligence in the medical imaging world. It was while exploring various options that I discovered my (now) current research group, Qurit, here... Read More Ryoga Hojo "My research interest and the connection I felt with my supervisor were the most significant factors in coming to UBC. Of course, Vancouver being one of the best cities in Canada and UBC being a world-class university made the decision quite... Read More Paul Herringer "I get excited about all kinds of physics, not just my field of specialization, so I wanted to find a department with a wide variety of research topics. I was also able to find a supervisor whom I work well with in a field that suits my research... Read More Alexander Garner "World class research and an amazing city. UBC has the benefit of having cutting edge researchers who allow me to participate in landmark research. On top of this, the UBC campus and Vancouver are surrounded by parks and the mountains providing... Read More Amy Forsythe "It sounds cliché, but I've always dreamed of studying at UBC! The West Coast is so beautiful, yet it was always a bit too far from home to justify. When I started looking at applying to a PhD, my Master's supervisor strongly recommended Sally... Read More Li Qing Wang "I decided to study at UBC, because I found a very positive research environment in my field of study (i.e. pregnancy complications), as well as supervisors who are kind and supportive. " Read More Sabina Staempfli "I came to UBC because of my two co-supervisors and mentors, Dr. Maura MacPhee and Dr. Farinaz Havaei. I looked all across the country for nurse researchers who had done groundbreaking work in health research in my area of interest, and after... Read More Kevin Jeffers "Ultimately, it came down to location. My choices were between the University of Toronto’s Molecular Genetics and UBC’s Medical Genetics programs. Both schools had a lot to offer and were home to wonderful supervisors with exciting projects.... Read More Faeze Keshavarz "I strongly believe that UBC provides a lot of resources and opportunities to students. The most valuable resource to me has undoubtedly been the chance to learn from some of the best and most experienced researchers and scientists in my field.... Read More Kate Huang "UBC is a leading institute in the field of regenerative medicine and stem cell-based disease modeling. There are only a handful of researchers in the world who are conducting similar work as my co-supervisors Dr. Liam Brunham and Dr. Zachary... Read More Mia Frier "I came to UBC because I wanted access to state-of-the-art research facilities and to join UBC's network of excellent molecular biology researchers. I was also choosing a graduate program in early 2020, when the future was full of uncertainty,... Read More Ariene Cabantog "I moved around as a child and grew to love living in Metro Vancouver the most. When it came time to choosing a school for my undergraduate degree, I realized how important it was for me to stay in BC so I could be close to the ocean, the... Read More Pages1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … next › last »
Wajiha Mehdi "I chose UBC to study at the Gender, Race, Sexuality and Social Justice Institute because I was interested in their interdisciplinary approach with extensive expertise in intersectional feminist research. " Read More
Varshaa Kumaran "A place of mind- Vancouver- a place where the sea meets the sky and the mountains, need I say more? Also, I love the peaceful chaos that the city offers. It is just the right mix of vibrant city life and calm nature for me. I love the diverse... Read More
Musanna Galib "UBC has a strong applied science community, and I am excited to become a part of that. I was offered a 4-year fellowship and got the opportunity in the field I am interested in, which helped me decide to study at UBC. " Read More
Fatemeh Asadi Zeidabadi "One of the reasons why I decided to study at UBC is its excellent reputation as a leading research-intensive university in Canada and the world. UBC is renowned for its academic excellence, diverse community, and commitment to advancing... Read More
Kiarah O'Kane "Firstly, I completed my undergraduate degree at UBC, and it has always felt like home to me. It was hard to imagine myself feeling so at home at any other institution. Secondly, my research supervisors Dr. Samantha Dawson and Dr. Katrina... Read More
Kaitlyn Zinn "I grew up in British Columbia, and the fish populations in this province are close to my heart. I wanted to work directly with the species I grew up with, and the Hinch lab at UBC is the perfect place to do so. Dr. Hinch works on many salmonid... Read More
Shiva Zargar "I chose UBC to conduct both my second master’s degree and Ph.D. research as it is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. I wanted to conduct my research at a university that is known worldwide for its high level of education and... Read More
Rachel Vivian Helmer "UBC is one of the most well-respected universities in Canada and the research/collaboration options here are amazing! The professors in my department were recommended to me as potential supervisors when I was an undergraduate participating in... Read More
Jerry Achar "Joining UBC was a great deal for me because the University has high academic standards and a global reputation for producing cutting-edge research, competent graduate students and world leaders, and providing a conducive environment for... Read More
Christine Wardell "UBC is a world-class institution; it has provided me with the resources I need to address the questions that our lab is pursuing. Moreover, it hosts a really great range of academics, who I have found to be very collaborative. " Read More
Dorothy Lin "The genetics research community at UBC is what prompted me to choose UBC as the school for my graduate studies. When researching the potential supervisors in the Medical Genetics department, I was impressed by the variety of research - from... Read More
Arun Kumar "I was looking for professors that were asking questions I was interested in. It so happened that quite a few of them were affiliated with UBC and were part of the vibrant and supportive academic community here. UBC also offers many scholarships... Read More
Dante Prado "UBC houses one of the most thriving and exciting programs in my field, but also, Vancouver made sense for my partner's career. I should also note that many recommendations highlighted the campus's beauty (and size!). " Read More
Cecilia Wang "UBC is a globally reputable university, and my department is also well renowned. There are many opportunities to support my career development. The Vancouver campus also has many valuable resources and a very active campus life. " Read More
Braden Russell "UBC's CENES department has excellent faculty and resources that made it the best choice for me and my research. After discussing options with my MA supervisor, she recommended UBC. " Read More
Eunice Bawafaa "I am drawn to the University of British Columbia’s Nursing program because of Faculty’s research expertise in areas of international nurse education, primary care areas, health leadership, community health, and health equity. In particular, my... Read More
Ajibola Fabusuyi "UBC looms large as a reputable academic institution and given its high-ranking position among Canadian universities, it was easy to choose it over others. Moreso, the university is located in a beautiful landscape, close to nature, and boasts... Read More
Jimmy Lo "Knowing that UBC is one of the top research universities, it would be a huge advantage for researchers to find resources to conduct research and seek collaborations, especially when my visual research topic is related to the multigenerational... Read More
Pinhao Xiang "I really like the campus academic environment. Here, I have an opportunity to learn about cutting-edge knowledge in many medical fields and discover my passions. I also really like the libraries at UBC. The library is very resourceful and... Read More
Jia Yu Xu "The University of British Columbia has an outstanding national and international reputation for its research excellence and global impact on promoting diversity and equity. I hope to gain recognition and credibility by earning its Master's... Read More
Xaanja Free "I decided to study at UBC for many reasons, not just academic. 1. UBC was recommended by my professors at UVic, they said my grades were really good so I would be able to qualify to apply and that a librarian role would be great for my curious... Read More
Mahta Amanian "UBC is a world renowned institution that is dedicated to student learning, growth, and development. I studied at UBC for my Bachelor of Science, and I knew that I wanted to continue my studies on the campus I called home. At UBC, I have learned... Read More
Bhagyashree Chatterjee "As an international student, several factors attracted me to UBC’s Master of Journalism program. I specifically chose UBC because the other top universities in Canada do not offer a master’s in journalism. Moreover, the weather and aura that... Read More
Katy Chen "UBC consistently ranks among the top universities in the world and is a trailblazer for innovation and cutting edge research. Academia and prestige aside, it is also located in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, with an abundance of... Read More
Vanessa Diamond "I grew up in greater Vancouver and have always loved living here. The fact that Vancouver is home to an incredible university, UBC, is just the icing on the cake. I love the beauty and variety of culture that Vancouver has to offer and UBC... Read More
Davi de Ferreyro Monticelli "After my exchange experience as an undergrad at the University of Auckland - New Zealand, and during my master's degree in Brazil, I knew that I wanted to pursue a Ph.D. internationally. In my search for a supervisor that could help me develop... Read More
Elise Legarth "Choosing a university that wasn’t in my home country was a key priority for me as I wanted to explore other perspectives, and gain knowledge in techniques and models not regularly used in New Zealand. I’m so pleased I made this decision, as... Read More
David Black "I have lived in several places in Europe, USA, and Canada, and have traveled widely elsewhere, and I am convinced that Vancouver is the best place on Earth. Studying at one of the top universities in the world while having an untracked... Read More
Madeline Lauener "I decided to pursue my graduate studies at UBC because the goals of the university, which include the pursuit of excellence in research, learning, and engagement to foster global citizenship and advance a sustainable and just society, match... Read More
Francis Yuen "I wanted to work with Dr. Hamlin, who essentially pioneered research on infants' moral reasoning and understanding. The Early Development Research Group at UBC also has an incredibly efficient system in place for developmental research, with... Read More
Zhen Lin "For me, The University of British Columbia is one of the most prestigious and high-caliber post-secondary institutions globally. I am deeply fascinated by the beautiful campus landscape and impressed by the well-equipped instructional, research... Read More
Rowenna Gryba "The potential to study with the amazing researchers here at UBC was the biggest draw. I completed my undergraduate degree at UBC and got to experience a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to research. That type of ideal and approach... Read More
Melanie McPhail "Growing up in the Vancouver area, I was thrilled at the opportunity of continuing my graduate studies close to home after spending over a decade in Ontario. Additionally, studying at UBC provides me with the opportunity to work with Dr. Cristie... Read More
Nancy Lin "I also obtained my Bachelor and Master degrees at UBC. UBC is internationally recognized as an institution that values academic excellence, innovation in research, and transformative learning. The rigour of the education that I received and the... Read More
Esther Roorda "UBC is one of the top universities in Canada for reconfigurable computing and FPGA research. It has world-class faculty and a good selection of interesting classes. Visiting campus also helped me to make this decision: UBC has an amazing campus... Read More
Isaiah Betinol "UBC is a world-class university and the campus is one of the most scenic in the world. The city of Vancouver is also one-of-a-kind with access to mountains and the ocean only a short distance away. " Read More
Kaitlin Sullivan "I was drawn to UBC for my graduate studies because I was really interested in the research done by my supervisor Dr. Mark Cembrowski. The study of memory has always interested me and his multidisciplinary approach merging molecular, cellular,... Read More
Sabrina Scott "UBC is my institution of choice not only because of its state-of-the-art research facilities and top-tier faculty, but because I am able to work for Prof. Laurel Schafer exploring green chemistry methodologies. In my work I operate at the... Read More
Luke Polson "When applying to PhD programs, I knew that I wanted to engage in research that applied artificial intelligence in the medical imaging world. It was while exploring various options that I discovered my (now) current research group, Qurit, here... Read More
Ryoga Hojo "My research interest and the connection I felt with my supervisor were the most significant factors in coming to UBC. Of course, Vancouver being one of the best cities in Canada and UBC being a world-class university made the decision quite... Read More
Paul Herringer "I get excited about all kinds of physics, not just my field of specialization, so I wanted to find a department with a wide variety of research topics. I was also able to find a supervisor whom I work well with in a field that suits my research... Read More
Alexander Garner "World class research and an amazing city. UBC has the benefit of having cutting edge researchers who allow me to participate in landmark research. On top of this, the UBC campus and Vancouver are surrounded by parks and the mountains providing... Read More
Amy Forsythe "It sounds cliché, but I've always dreamed of studying at UBC! The West Coast is so beautiful, yet it was always a bit too far from home to justify. When I started looking at applying to a PhD, my Master's supervisor strongly recommended Sally... Read More
Li Qing Wang "I decided to study at UBC, because I found a very positive research environment in my field of study (i.e. pregnancy complications), as well as supervisors who are kind and supportive. " Read More
Sabina Staempfli "I came to UBC because of my two co-supervisors and mentors, Dr. Maura MacPhee and Dr. Farinaz Havaei. I looked all across the country for nurse researchers who had done groundbreaking work in health research in my area of interest, and after... Read More
Kevin Jeffers "Ultimately, it came down to location. My choices were between the University of Toronto’s Molecular Genetics and UBC’s Medical Genetics programs. Both schools had a lot to offer and were home to wonderful supervisors with exciting projects.... Read More
Faeze Keshavarz "I strongly believe that UBC provides a lot of resources and opportunities to students. The most valuable resource to me has undoubtedly been the chance to learn from some of the best and most experienced researchers and scientists in my field.... Read More
Kate Huang "UBC is a leading institute in the field of regenerative medicine and stem cell-based disease modeling. There are only a handful of researchers in the world who are conducting similar work as my co-supervisors Dr. Liam Brunham and Dr. Zachary... Read More
Mia Frier "I came to UBC because I wanted access to state-of-the-art research facilities and to join UBC's network of excellent molecular biology researchers. I was also choosing a graduate program in early 2020, when the future was full of uncertainty,... Read More
Ariene Cabantog "I moved around as a child and grew to love living in Metro Vancouver the most. When it came time to choosing a school for my undergraduate degree, I realized how important it was for me to stay in BC so I could be close to the ocean, the... Read More
