Skills you’ll develop
During your Combined Major in Science degree, you’re studying the world of scientific concepts, theories, and principles across multiple disciplines. You’ll develop important skills in data interpretation, modelling, and communication to apply in the fields you choose to study.
These skills may include:
- Mental agility to draw connections and identify relationships across disciplinary boundaries
- Collaborative research in diverse teams
- Experimental design and execution
- Laboratory techniques specific to the disciplines you combine
- Computing skills and data manipulation
- Quantitative interpretation of data
- Reporting on experimental results and statistical modeling
- Critical evaluation and communication of scientific findings
Make the most of your specialization
Your experiences will open doors to new opportunities and help clarify your values and interests.
- Combined Major in Science Student Association
Meet other UBC students with similar interests through events and programs. - UBC Science Co-op
Gain work experience between study terms. - UBC undergraduate research in Chemistry
Get involved in summer opportunities or take classes that incorporate lab experience in chemistry. - UBC Physics research
Work in a research role to support faculty on physics research projects. - UBC Life Sciences Institute
Discover research opportunities, events, programs, and student competitions in life sciences. - Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre
Take selected field courses in coastal and marine sciences for university credit. - UBC Mathematics outreach initiatives
Interact with elementary and high school students through workshops and sessions. - Mitacs Globalink Research Award
Apply to participate in 12 to 24-week research projects overseas. - UBC Medical Journal
Submit your academic research, case reports, and reviews for publication.
Build your network
Find UBC Combined Major in Science graduates on LinkedIn to learn about where they’re working, and their career and academic paths.
Professional associations are also great resources for meeting people, learning about specific industries, and finding job and volunteer opportunities.
Given the diverse subject areas combined within your degree, please check out other UBC Science specializations to find professional associations that interest you.
More information
Check out course package options for Combined Major in Science students.
From your Science degree, you’ll develop skills and experiences that can translate into many career paths. Check out other things you can do with your Science degree.