The document provides information about graduate programs at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), including an overview of programs offered, facilities, opportunities for students, scholarships, application deadlines, tuition fees, and contact information for prospective graduate students. UNBC is located in Prince George, British Columbia and offers master's and PhD programs across various disciplines with a focus on environment, natural resources, and health sciences.

1. Dr. Kevin Smith, Dean of Graduate Programs

2. Where is it?
PRINCE GEORGE, BC

4. Life in Prince George and Northern BC
 Natural surroundings
 Personal atmosphere
 Affordable
 Friendly

5. Life in Prince George and Northern BC
 Enjoy recreational sporting activities
 Visit many of the multi-use parks and trail
systems within city limits
 Enjoy an assortment of outdoor activities:
the rivers, lakes, mountains and forests of
the north are yours to explore and enjoy
 Indulge in Prince George’s diverse arts,
entertainment and cultural activities

6. But Google can’t be wrong!!!!

7. The Vision and the Reality
University of British Columbia

8. UNBC : Our Commitment
 Foster a culture of learning that
involves research activities
 Promote inter-disciplinarity
 Be innovative
 Be responsive to the region we
serve and beyond

9.  One of Canada’s
premier small
universities.
 Consistently named the
best small university in
western Canada and one
of the top universities
nationwide by
Maclean’s magazine
 One of BC’s research-
intensive universities.
UNBC: The Progress to Date

15. Se le ct Facilitie s - O nsite
 Charles Jago Northern Sport
Centre
 Dr. Donald Rix Northern Health
Sciences Centre
 Geoffrey R. Weller Library
 I.K. Barber Enhanced Forestry Lab
 Northern University Student
Centre
 Student Residences

16. Specialized Facilities - Onsite
 High Performance Computer Lab
 GIS Lab
 Social Sciences Research Lab
 Computer Assisted Survey
Research Lab
 Archives
 Central Equipment Lab
 Rix (Medical Building) Labs

17. Research Facilities - Offsite
 Dr. Max Blouw
Quesnel River
Research Centre
 Aleza Lake
Research Forest
 John Prince
Research Forest

19. INTRODUCTION

20. UNBC Research Themes
 Environment and Natural Resources
 Community Development
 Rural, Northern and Environmental Health
 First Nations and Indigenous Studies

21. OUR PASSION

22. Passion for Teaching
 Quality programs
 Great reputation
 Friendly atmosphere
 Small class sizes and a
personal environment
 Dynamic and productive
faculty
 Alumni satisfaction

23. Passion for Discovery
 Get involved in ground-
breaking research projects
that explore local and global
cultures, healthcare,
environmental
sustainability, and
community development
 Participate in field research
in extraordinary locations
 Work one-on-one with
professors

24. Passion for The Environment
 Canada’s Green University
 Live green with the U-Pass bus
program, compost program and
organic food program
 Prince George campus a
showpiece for the use of natural
materials in architecture

25. Renewable Energy Leader
 A biomass gasification plant to provide heat at the
Prince George campus
 A wood pellet system at the I.K. Barber
Enhanced Forestry Laboratory
 Positions UNBC as a bioenergy
leader in the higher education market
 Co-winner (with Harvard) of an
International Award (AASHE)
for Bioenergy

26. Passion for People
 Dedicated to the
success of our
students and
graduates
 Main campus in
Prince George
 Regional campuses in
Quesnel, Fort St.
John, Terrace and
Prince Rupert

27. Passion for the North
 Dedicated to making this
region an even better place
to live
- First Nations Centre
- Northern Medical Program

28. GRADUATE PROGRAMS
AT UNBC

29. Master’s Programs
 For those individuals who have completed a
Bachelor’s degree
 GPA greater than 3.00 (“B”) in last 60 credit hours
(higher entrance standards may be set by
individual programs)
 Typically 2 years in length

30. PhD Programs
 Normally for those individuals who have completed
a Master’s degree
 Must provide evidence of English language
proficiency prior to admission
 GPA greater than 3.33 (“B+”) in last 30 credit hours
(higher entrance standards may be set by individual
programs)
 Requires the completion of a research project
culminating in a dissertation
 Typically 4 years in length

31. Graduate Programs at UNBC
Sciences
 Natural Resources and Environmental Studies
(Master’s and PhD programs)
 Mathematical, Computer and Physical Sciences

32. Graduate Programs at UNBC
Social Sciences and Humanities
 Business Administration
 Development Economics
 English
 First Nations Studies
 Gender Studies
 History
 Interdisciplinary Studies
 International Studies
 Political Science

33. Graduate Programs at UNBC
Health
 Community Health Science
 Disability Management
 Psychology (Master’s and PhD programs)

34. Graduate Programs at UNBC
Professional Programs
 Education
 Northern Medical Program (University of British
Columbia medical program)
 Nursing
 Social Work

35. FACTS

36. Quick Facts
 Total Students: 4332
 Graduate Students: 648 (15%)
 International Students: 320
 Faculty-Student Ratio: 1 - 9.3
 Average Entry Grade: 84% (undergraduate)

37. FACILITIES

38. Se le ct Facilitie s - O nsite
 Charles Jago Northern Sport
Centre
 Dr. Donald Rix Northern Health
Sciences Centre
 Geoffrey R. Weller Library
 I.K. Barber Enhanced Forestry Lab
 Northern University Student
Centre
 Student Residences

39. Specialized Facilities - Onsite
 High Performance Computer Lab
 GIS Lab
 Social Sciences Research Lab
 Computer Assisted Survey
Research Lab
 Archives
 Central Equipment Lab
 Rix (Medical Building) Labs

40. Research Facilities - Offsite
 Dr. Max Blouw
Quesnel River
Research Centre
 Aleza Lake
Research Forest
 John Prince
Research Forest

41. OPPORTUNITIES, SERVICES
AND SUPPORT

42. Opportunities for Graduate
Students
 Study abroad through
exchange programs
 Participate in campus
and community
organizations

43. Services for Graduate Students
 Athletics and Recreation
 Awards and Financial Aid
 Career Centre
 Childcare Centre
 Learning Skills Centre

44. Support for Graduate Students
 Counselling Services
 Disability Services
 First Nations Centre
 Wellness Centre
 Interfaith Chaplaincy
 Northern Women’s Centre
 Peer Support Network

45. SCHOLARSHIPS
AND AWARDS

46. Scholarships and Awards
 Entrance Scholarships
 Research and
Conference Travel
Awards
 Research Project
Awards
 Doctoral Dissertation
Completion Awards

47. APPLICATION DEADLINES

48. Application Deadlines
 September Entry:
February 15
(for most programs)
 January Entry:
September 15
(for most programs)
 Check our website for
complete details
(www.unbc.ca/admissions)

49. TUITION FEES

50. Tuition Fees
 Master’s and doctoral*
student’s: $1,379.45 per
semester (domestic and
international students)
* All PhD student’s entering a doctoral
program for the first time are eligible
for a Doctoral Tuition Scholarship for
up to four years.

51. CONTACT INFORMATION

52. Contact Information
Student Recruitment and Advising Centre
Phone: 250-960-6306
Email: unbc4u@unbc.ca
Visit us online for more information on becoming a
UNBC student
www.unbc.ca/whyunbc
www.unbc.ca/graduateprograms