Overview

As a Pharmaceutical Sciences student at University of British Columbia , you’ll study foundational natural sciences and pharmaceutical sciences while developing your teamwork, leadership, and entrepreneurialism. You’ll graduate with the knowledge, practical skills, and problem-solving abilities you need to contribute to important economic, social, and political discussions.

Your future

As a Pharmaceutical Sciences graduate, you can go on to graduate school and academia, or pursue a career in:

Government policy and regulatory affairs

Biotechnology

Healthcare administration and provision

Medical device sales and marketing

Pharmaceuticals, including generic medications

Nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, or cannabis products

Personal care products, including shampoo, lotion, and makeup

Veterinary drugs

Process manufacturing

Paint and other industrial formulation manufacturing

Quality assurance management

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Human Biology: Physiology and Anatomy

Organic Chemistry for the Biological Sciences

Within the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences degree, you’ll choose one of three streams:

General studies: Focus exclusively on coursework.

Research focus: Complete a research project or practicum.

Honours with research focus: Complete a research project or practicum.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vancouver, Canada

Disciplines

Biology Pharmacy Biochemistry View 27 other Bachelors in Pharmacy in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to UBC, you must successfully meet the general admission requirements that apply to all applicants, as well as the degree-specific requirements that depend on which country you’re applying from and what degree(s) you’re applying to.

English is the language of instruction at UBC. All prospective students must demonstrate English-language competency prior to admission. There are nine different ways to meet the English Language Admission Standard.

Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

51041 CAD / year

≈ 51041 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

6079 CAD / year

≈ 6079 CAD / year

Living costs

Vancouver

Canada

1590 - 2686 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Your future

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Vancouver

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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