This FAQ provides answers to commonly asked questions about certificate programs offered by UBC Continuing Studies Technology, Media and Professional programs. For in-depth information about individual programs, please review the appropriate program webpage or download the Program Handbook from that webpage.
Each UBC certificate program varies in price. Prices range from $5,000 CAD to $16,500 CAD. Fees include all applicable taxes as well as course materials and books unless it is stated otherwise in the fee description.
Yes, we offer discounts to groups of three or more employees interested in the same course. For more information, please contact us.
Student loans are limited to students enrolling in and attending a recognized full-time post-secondary level program leading to a formal credential. Such programs cannot exceed 52 weeks in length or contain any break period longer than two consecutive weeks. For more information, see Student Funding.
UBC Continuing Studies accepts cash, personal and certified cheques (made out to "UBC Continuing Studies), MasterCard, Visa and debit card.
The part-time programs extend over approximately one to two years. Intensive and "full time" programs vary from 13 weeks to 10 months.
For more information, see Online Learning.
There is an application form found on each certificate and some of the award of achievement web pages that you must complete to apply for the program.
Each UBC Continuing Studies certificate has specific prerequisites. Review the certificate web page of the program you are interested in for further details. An Admissions Committee reviews applications to determine qualifications and suitability for the programs.
Participants are assessed and receive a number grade from 1 to 100 according to University guidelines on student assessment. Students must achieve a minimum grade of 60% in all courses to earn a Certificate.
Upon completing the program requirements, participants are awarded a UBC Certificate in their program signed by the President of the University, and the Associate Vice President of Continuing Studies.
No, certificate programs are stand-alone programs that cannot be used for credits towards diploma programs or any other academic faculty.
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Full-time program: You must apply to the program prior to the application deadline.
Part-time program: You may apply to the program after completing 40 hours of courses or prior to taking any classes.
Online program: You may apply to the program after completing your first online course or prior to taking any classes.
Certificate and Award of Achievement students will be provided with a Program Completion Record [PCR] at the end of each term. The PCR will show all courses taken to the end of the term, along with the grades and course hours. Certificate and Award of Achievement students may also request a PCR at any time by contacting Client Services.
Non-certificate and non-award of achievement students may request a Letter of Attendance by completing the online form.
UBC Continuing Studies students are not eligible for the U-Pass. The U-Pass is provided to credit students who pay student union and other fees associated with the university.
You can get more information on this website, by calling 604.822.1420 or by contacting Client Services.
