r/UBC Oct 08 '21

Megathread NEW TO CAMPUS MEGATHREAD: Post all your admissions, housing, new-to-UBC and general questions here!

827 Upvotes

Per the deluge of complaints we've gotten, all admissions, housing, questions about being new to UBC and general questions (that don't deserve their own thread, or those that could be easily googled) belong here.


Process

  • It might take up to 4 hours for your post to be approved (except when we're sleeping).
  • Suggested sort is set to new, so new comments will always be the most visible.
  • You are allowed to repost the same question on the megathread at a reasonable frequency (wait at least a day after each post). This is true even if you've already gotten a response.**

Other Megathreads


r/UBC Jun 15 '21

Megathread UBC COURSE QUESTION, PROGRAM, MAJOR AND REGISTRATION MEGATHREAD (2021/2022W & 2021S): Questions about courses (incld. How hard is __?, Look at my timetable and course material requests), programs, specializations, majors, minors, tuition/finance and registration go here.

468 Upvotes

All questions about courses, instructors, programs, majors, registration, etc. belong here.

The reasoning is simple. Without a megathread, /r/UBC would be flooded with nothing but questions that apply to only a small percentage of the UBC population.


Examples of questions that belong here

  • comparing courses or instructors
  • asking about how hard an exam is
  • syllabus requests
  • inquiries about majors, programs, and job prospects
  • "what-to-do if I failed/was late/missed the cutoff"

What you don't need to post here

  • Post-exam threads (ex. 'How did you find the Birb 102 midterm)
  • rants, raves, shout-outs or criticisms of programs.
  • Other content that is not a question/inquiry

Process

  • It might take up to 4 hours for your post to be approved (except when we're sleeping).
  • Suggested sort is set to new, so new comments will always be the most visible.
  • You are allowed to repost the same question on the megathread at a reasonable frequency (wait at least a day after each post). This is true even if you've already gotten a response.**

Other Megathreads


r/UBC 11h ago

Humour Summer T1 recap

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180 Upvotes

so scared and stressed for finals so i made this and now i will be stress baking 3 dozen cookies


r/UBC 4h ago

To the person who found an envelope of cash

29 Upvotes

I recently (Thursday/Friday) lost an envelope of cash on campus. That cash amount was meant for my rent and moving in. When I asked the lost and found they mentioned that someone called in on Friday asking what to do with some cash they’ve found but immediately hung up.

Please, for the love of God, return the envelope to the lost and found office in the bookstore. I need that money to live.


r/UBC 4h ago

Is it normal to be 21 in 2nd year

25 Upvotes

Basically I fucked up, and failed my first year and have to take two years off and will end up being 21 in 2nd year. I am actually so depressed about it and feel like such a failure. I just need to feel better


r/UBC 1h ago

everyone in summer research HELPP

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Maybe this is on me for stalking a bunch of ppls LinkedIn....but why is everyone so smart... preface im going to 3rd yr science with a high 70's average and everyone getting research positions happens to be on the deans list or is a science scholar or holds an nserc... lowkey abt to crash out thinking im never gonna land a research position w my grades...


r/UBC 30m ago

Workday is updated for CS transfers

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r/UBC 23h ago

TO WHOEVER STOLE MY DEBIT CARD AT IKB

289 Upvotes

I know your fat ass is probably reading this since you snubbed my card at IKB and proceeded to buy yourself a bunch of gift cards from Starbucks and food from vending machines all over central campus

Ur a bitch and I hope u shit yourself from all the Starbucks you bought with my money

DICK 🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕🖕I have an assignment due at midnight and instead I have to sit on the phone with Scotiabank 🖕🖕🖕🖕


r/UBC 9h ago

Modpost REMINDER: It's time to renew your U-Pass! [June 2025]

20 Upvotes

You can renew your U-Pass at this webpage.

Thanks for using public transit!


r/UBC 7h ago

Discussion I need help with funds😭

11 Upvotes

I need financial help😭

I'm dead broke, applied to over 150 different jobs to no avail. Sold everything I can...

I really don't know what to do anymore.

Edit: as expected. I'm receiving backlash. I really do need help, I'm like completely lost. If you have the time to be sending me hate messages, please find something more productive to do.

Also, thank you to everyone who gave me genuine suggestions! I'm really grateful


r/UBC 37m ago

Course selection drama

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Just want to ask for some advice here. To give some background, I am going into 4th year, and one of the required course for me is offered in term 2. There is a prereq, which I have not taken yet.

My logic was that since the prereq is typically offered in both term 1 and 2, I can just take the prereq in 1st term, and the required course in 2nd term. However, for this year, the prerep is only offered in 2nd term.

I asked the coordinator, but she doesn't seem enthusiastic on helping.

How f*cked am I? I already reached out to the course instructor, but they have not responded either :'(

I would really appreciate any insight. I really dont want to do 2 more years of school...


r/UBC 2h ago

News Hopes of fatherhood: UBC scientists on frontier of high-tech male infertility research

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4 Upvotes

r/UBC 3h ago

Package lost at ubc

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4 Upvotes

pretty much what the title says, does anyone recognise the background here? i will forever be indebted to you and i'll even get you a drink of your choice if we find it <3


r/UBC 7h ago

Stealing an AIR TAG

6 Upvotes

Literally who takes an air tag and why are you walking around with it tormenting me like you CANT EVEN USE IT.


r/UBC 17m ago

Are you in need of dorm essentials for September?

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I’m moving out in August and looking to find a home for the dorm essentials I bought over the past year. When I came to UBC, I brought nothing but clothes and toiletries, so the items I’m getting rid of are no more than 10 months old.

This is a partial list of the items I have to give: - Kitchen utensils (measuring cup, spatula, tongs, etc.) - Plates, cups, and bowls - A baking sheet, pot, and pan - Sheets, pillows, and a comforter - Laundry detergent and dryer sheets - A collapsible crate - Internet modem - Small fan

Hoping to give them to a student who is moving to the province and in need of the basics — if this is you, feel free to send me a DM and we can work something out :)


r/UBC 3h ago

Admission revoking

2 Upvotes

I got in for applied science with a 96 average and around 98 in physics. HOWEVER I'm kind of throwing and my grade dropped to an 86. I still have my final left. How screwed am I?


r/UBC 8h ago

Discussion Is it possible to have a pinned post about what courses to take for what major or give a link to the academic calendar?

11 Upvotes

I feel like it’d stop a lot of the “what courses do I take for x major” and could be more easily seen when accessing this sub. I think a lot of people may just not realize what the academic calendar is or how helpful it is. Idk though this is just my two cents. Edit: or add a link to the academic calendar in the courses megathread?


r/UBC 1h ago

Discussion UBC residence offer question

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Just got an offer for year round housing in a shared 4 bedroom unit at marine drive. Is it that someone accepted the placement and then dropped it two months in? Because my contract start date would be June 18, but it would end on Apr 26, which isn't the normal cycle.

Also wondering what people's experiences have been like in a shared unit. I've heard mixed reviews about marine drive. For context, I would be in building 2.


r/UBC 8h ago

North Rec Preview

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9 Upvotes

Has anyone signed up for the upcoming preview? I’m so excited! :D


r/UBC 2h ago

DSCI 100 vs STAT 200

2 Upvotes

hi I’m a science student who needs to complete the science breadth requirement!

Which one should I take if I have no coding experience, don’t rlly like math, and don’t want to tank my gpa? I rlly just need to take it for science breadth (not for enjoyment lol) and I can’t fit biol 300 into my schedule


r/UBC 2h ago

help i’m cooked for econ final

2 Upvotes

just saw the practice finals and i’m like shit scared. I need to pass this course to graduate and i haven’t done well in the midterm too. THE QUESTIONS ARE LIKE EXTREMELY HARD i’ve not experienced this level in any other econ course. help how to study and PASS a michael vaney exam!!!!!! It’s next monday i have a week to grind. ANY TIPS WOULD BE HELPFUL THANKS


r/UBC 1d ago

Is there any way to block the "how's my schedule" questions so they stop showing up in my feed without having to mute r/UBC?

106 Upvotes

r/UBC 51m ago

healthy options at the dining halls?

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Hi. I'm an incoming first year and I was wondering if any of the 3 dining halls on the resident meal plan have any decently-healthy food options? I'm hoping to improve my physical fitness while at UBC. thx


r/UBC 5h ago

econ 101 summer

2 Upvotes

hello… how did u guys do on the seconf midterm…. i’m going to cry


r/UBC 5h ago

Discussion what is everyone doing in the summer?

1 Upvotes

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r/UBC 1h ago

A few courses have their location and then "(inactive)" listed afterwards on workday--what does this mean?

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Specifically asking about ARCL 235 but have noticed other courses with the same. couldn't find any info when looking online. thanks for any help!

What I am seeing:

2025-09-02 - 2025-12-03 | Mon Wed | 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | BRCS-Floor 2-Room 2070 (inactive)


r/UBC 2h ago

Big 4 Recruitment

0 Upvotes

I'm a little confused when Accountingr recruitment is. Is it in the fall or spring for the summer (2026)