Interesting lessons in interesting places—attend a UBC-led seminar anywhere around the world.
WHY Global Seminar?
Global Seminars are group-based study abroad opportunities. Each seminar is unique in its location, course content, length and cost.
These seminars are taught by UBC faculty members in an international location, and students receive UBC course credits upon completion.
Benefits and Outcomes
These programs allow students to complete credits in the summer and have an international experience in a shorter time frame—allowing them to minimize disruption to their busy lives.
These programs are intensive learning environments in which they are immersed into both the academics and the environment for weeks at a time.
Traveling with a group is a benefit to those new to travel as well as those that would like additional safety measures in place while abroad.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Duration
1-6 weeks (though each program varies)
Global Seminars primarily take place in the UBC summer terms however there are a few programs that fall within the winter term.
Recognition/compensation
UBC course credits (3-8 credits)
Accessibility
We build our programs as accessible as possible however there are certain programs that may limit accessibility or may be in locations that is not conducive to certain accessibility needs.
ELIGIBILITY AND APPLYING
Program Requirements
All students, in any faculty, are eligible for Global Seminars.
There are a few seminars that are designated for certain degree programs but most are open to all undergraduate and graduate students.
How to Apply
Students
The Vancouver campus also creates Global Seminars and Okanagan students are permitted to apply for many of their programs and will receive cross-campus credit.
Learn more about global seminars.
Faculty
Learn more about developing a global seminar.