About the Program:
A 4-week experience for international undergraduate students at one of the world's top universities. UBC VSP is as much about academics as it is about social and cultural experiences. This summer nurture your academic pursuits, build friendships, and expand your perspective of the world around you.
At VSP, each student will take up one themed course package in a wide variety of academic disciplines available. Each course package comprises of two relevant courses taught by world-class UBC Faculty instructors. Each course is approximately 39 hours of instructional time that includes practical and theoretical learning. Students will earn a certificate and grades letter* upon successful completion at the end of the program.
For a full list of course packages available, please visit Course Packages at Vancouver Summer Program 2024 (please ensure you look under "July Session" offerings).
Enrolment Type and Fees
Enrolment Type: Direct Enrolment
Fees: The total cost for joining the Vancouver Summer Program in 2024 is $5,825 CAD and it’s comprised of two parts:
Application fee of $125 CAD, payable upon submitting the application
Program fee of $5,700 CAD, this includes course fees and materials, most activities, accommodation, and medical insurance. The program fee is due by the payment deadlines listed below.
Some VSP course packages include socio-cultural activities that are included in the program fee, while other activities are partly subsidized or come at an additional cost. For example, students may be responsible for the cost of public transportation for all off-campus classes and field trips.
Academic Credit
Approval for credit transfer is at the discretion of your Faculty. Credit approval can only be given prior to the commencement of a Learning Abroad program - no retrospective requests will be accepted.
Completion of an approved Short Course typically will lead to the awarding of 6 or 12 Free Elective Units of Credit, or where applicable, 6 or 12 General Education Units of Credit toward your UNSW program.
Your Learning Abroad Journey
Here are the 10 steps that make up the Learning Abroad process from start to finish:
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Step 1 |
Check your eligibility (including a progression check) and register via the link below |
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Step 2 |
Accept your UNSW nomination for the program |
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Step 3 |
Follow host institution's application process |
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Step 4 |
Accept the offer from the host to secure your place |
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Step 5 |
Pre-departure preparation and planning |
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Step 6 |
Confirm your commencement of the program |
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Step 7 |
Connect and Engage while Learning Abroad |
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Step 8 |
Return from Learning Abroad and complete credit transfer (if applicable) |
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Step 9 |
Reflect and complete the Returned Student Questionnaire |
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Step 10 |
Become a Learning Abroad ambassador and share your experience! |
Ready to apply?
Register your interest for this program at http://unsw.aglobal.education/st-application
by 1 April 2024. Further instructions will then be sent to you by email.
More information
For further details:
- Visit - UBC Vancouver Summer Program website
- Email – [email protected]
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