CMS / General Science

The diversity of study options in this degree is reflected in the diversity of available Co-op opportunities. Explore the world of science through experiential learning which is hands-on and applied. You can complete your Co-op work terms in Vancouver, elsewhere in Canada or abroad. Your Co-op opportunities could include lab and/or field based research with government, working on cutting-edge projects with a biotech company, or as a member of a medical research team. The choice is yours. UBC Science Co-op provides you the opportunity to put your degree to work.
Application Deadlines
Apply in Year | Application Deadline Date |
2 | Wednesday, March 6, 2024 |
3 | Tuesday, October 3, 2023 |
We’ll run you through the application requirements, and then you’ll be prompted to create an account in SCOPE, the UBC Science Co-op Information System.
Application Requirements
- Have a minimum average of around B- (68%)
- Be enrolled at UBC (Vancouver) as a full-time student in good academic standing in mathematics, English and the sciences
- Have at least 30 credits remaining of your graduation requirement at the time of application
- Demonstrate good communication skills, and a responsible, mature attitude
- Demonstrate leadership, teamwork and time management
- Demonstrate interest in your chosen field
- Be flexible and willing to accept a work placement outside the Lower Mainland
- Students with 4th year standing at time of application are not eligible to apply
Work-Term Schedules
Schedule A
Year | Fall | Winter | Summer |
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1 | Study Term 1 | Study Term 2 | - |
2 | Study Term 3 | Study Term 4 | - |
3 | Study Term 5 | Work Term 1 | Work Term 2 |
4 | Study Term 6 | Study Term 7 | Work Term 3 |
5 | Work Term 4 | Study Term 8 | - |
Schedule B*
Year | Fall | Winter | Summer |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Study Term 1 | Study Term 2 | - |
2 | Study Term 3 | Study Term 4 | - |
3 | Study Term 5 | Work Term 1 | Work Term 2 |
4 | Work Term 3 | Study Term 6 | Work Term 4 |
5 | Study Term 7 | Study Term 8 | - |
*This schedule is intended to accommodate students who wish to complete an 8-month honours thesis in their final year of study.
The above schedules are highly recommended by the Co-op Program in order for students to complete their program within the shortest time frame. Alternate scheduling is available in consultation with your Co-op Coordinator.
Schedule C
Year | Fall | Winter | Summer |
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1 | Study Term 1 | Study Term 2 | - |
2 | Study Term 3 | Study Term 4 | - |
3 | Study Term 5 + Apply | Study Term 6 + Co-op Workshops | Work Term 1 |
4 | Work Term 2 | Work Term 3 | Work Term 4 |
5 | Study Term 7 | Study Term 8 + Graduate | - |
Sample Jobs and Companies
Success Stories
We’ll run you through the application requirements, and then you’ll be prompted to create an account in SCOPE, the UBC Science Co-op Information System.