Our incoming graduate student orientation will be held on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. More information will be added in the summer.
Please refer to UBC 501 to find key information for incoming students.
If you have questions about orientation events, please email gradadmin.ubco@ubc.ca.
schedule of Events
Happening Before Orientation
Learn about your rights as a renter in British Columbia.
Please note that some information in this webinar may be Vancouver-specific; however, the tenant’s rights outlined are applicable across British Columbia.
Make a plan and budget for your graduate student experience.
Please note that some information in this webinar may be Vancouver-specific; however, the budgeting aspects are applicable to all graduate students.
For more information about Okanagan-specific tuition and fees, please use our Cost Calculator.
August 27th Events
Happening After Orientation
Want to stay on top of your game this school year? This interactive workshop is designed to help graduate students set meaningful academic goals, build effective routines, and develop practical strategies to manage their time and energy. Through guided goal-setting activities, and mindset-building strategies, you will develop a personalized action plan to boost focus, reduce procrastination, and start the academic year strong.
More Information Coming Soon
GRADUATE STUDENT SPACES
UBC’s Okanagan campus offers two spaces for exclusive use by graduate students. Access to both areas is granted to current graduate students who agree to abide by the terms and conditions. Learn more about graduate student spaces.
To gain access to graduate student spaces, please submit the Space Access Request form.
UBC 501
UBC 501 is a self-guided, online orientation designed to help prepare you for your arrival at UBC Okanagan. UBC 501 is made up of five modules and can be accessed anywhere, anytime with an internet connection. Each module takes approximately 20-30 minutes to complete. The modules cover topics such as graduate student expectations, working with your supervisor, familiarizing yourself with Kelowna and the Okanagan, history and traditions of UBC Okanagan and important on-campus resources to help you along the way.