Events

Dec 9

Your Path to a PhD at UBC Vancouver

10:00am

Whether you’re considering a PhD, preparing an application, or have already applied to UBC, this session will help you better understand the opportunities, requirements, and supports available to PhD students at UBC Vancouver.

Dec 9

Workshop: Writing a literature review

2:00pm - 3:30pm

This evidence-based workshop introduces researchers to some of the typical structures of literature reviews, while accounting for variation in communicative purposes, audiences, and disciplinarity.

Dec 9

Vancouver Summer Program infosession

7:00pm

This 1-hour information session is designed to provide an overview of the 2026 Vancouver Summer Program at the University of British Columbia.

Dec 11

Student perspectives on the UBC PhD

10:00am

2 current UBC PhD students will share their firsthand experiences navigating doctoral studies at UBC, covering program options, application, funding, and the day-to-day realities, challenges, and opportunities of being a PhD student at UBC.

Dec 11

CityHive's BIPOC showcase and networking event: Urban ReVision

6:00pm - 8:30pm

CityHive is hosting a networking event for BIPOC professionals and youth to celebrate the latest cohort of their BIPOC Mentorship Studio, an opportunity to connect with others who are passionate about shaping our urban environments.

Jan 2

GradStart 2026 International Welcome Pre-Orientation

11:00am

How to unlock the benefits of your study permit, understand what you need to work in Canada, and make the best use of your health insurance plans; what to do during your first few days as an International Student, and where to find help when needed.

Jan 2

GradStart Welcome 2026

1:00pm

Welcome addresses, overview of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies and Graduate Student Resources at UBC, information on fun things to do in Vancouver, as well as opportunities to meet other graduate students and ask questions.

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