Courses

UBC classes, grades, and more

Familiarize yourself with how classes work at UBC, including grading policies.

Introduction to UBC classes

Learn about UBC's different course formats, student evaluation criteria, exams, and instructors.

Grades at UBC

Read about UBC's grading practices, release dates, and other grade-related information.

How to register for courses

Determine what you'll need to register, including your registration date, worklists, and registration tips.

Search courses online

Visit the Course Schedule website for the courses offered in the academic year.

Course change dates

Check important dates for adding, dropping, or changing your courses, particularly in the first few weeks of term.

Taking a break from your courses

Find out what to do if you need to take an "academic leave" from your studies.

Immigration impacts of withdrawing from courses

Dropping a course can impact your full-time or part-time status as an international student.

Taking time away from school for international students

There are certain things to consider before requesting time away from your studies.

Types of coursework

UBC offers different coursework formats and options beyond lectures, labs, and seminars.

Auditing courses

You may request to audit a course out of self-interest or for academic exploration instead of satisfying credits.

Credit/D/Fail grading

Students in certain programs can take an elective course for Credit, D, or Fail standing instead of percentage grades.

Distance learning courses

Many subjects offer online learning options throughout the year.

Non-degree studies

If you're not pursuing a UBC degree, diploma, or certificate, you may still be able to take UBC credit-based courses.

Student Directed Seminar courses

Take 3-credit seminar courses led by upper-year undergraduate students on a topic of their choice.

Course delivery modes

Learn about how course activities are delivered through in-person, online, and hybrid learning.