About UBC Student Services

UBC staff are here to help you throughout your university experience.

Academics

Contact your faculty’s academic advising office for program planning and degree requirements.

Browse services and tools to help you navigate your academic journey at UBC.

Learn about accommodations if you have a disability or ongoing medical condition.

Get help navigating UBC, from troubleshooting course registration to understanding financial support options.

Connect with an advisor on topics like study permits, working in Canada, and health insurance.

Find research material or get help on research and citations.

Health and wellbeing

Connect with a health professional

Book an appointment for medical care from healthcare providers on campus.

Learn about the services offered by Counselling Services to UBC students, including online programs, wellness advising, and more.

Get started with free, 24/7 single-session counselling by phone or online chat for all UBC students.

Visit a registered nurse at their weekly drop-in booths on campus throughout the school year.

Other wellness resources

Check out recreation programs and experiences, including intramural, group fitness classes, and sports facilities.

Speak to Wellness Centre Assistants for health, mental health, and wellbeing resources and support options.

Browse and purchase safer sex, sexual health, and sex toy products.

Travel on campus with the free, shared ride service if you have a condition that impacts your mobility.

Get one-on-one peer support in a safe and confidential setting or join a peer-based support group for addiction recovery.

Shop for affordable groceries and build food literacy through workshops on meal planning, practical cooking skills, and more.

Join a staff-facilitated peer group to discuss your experiences and concerns in a supportive environment.

Sexual assault support

Help is available if you have experienced sexual assault or sexual violence. We believe you.

Get support if you’ve experienced sexual assault or violence

Access support and educational resources if you’re a survivor of sexualized violence.

Student government

Your student government plays an active role at UBC by offering student-run services, businesses, and events.

Find out how the AMS supports undergraduate students through services, advocacy, and campus-wide resources.

Learn more about how the GSS assists graduate students through advocacy, services, and resources tailored to grad studies.

UBC community services

Browse on-campus spaces and services for everyday and long-term support.

Shop online for textbooks, lab equipment, UBC merchandise, and get your digital UBC Card.

Get information on living in residence and meal plans.

Check out what restaurants and eateries are open on campus, and get tips on cooking and eating healthy.

Join other students in a faith tradition or get pastoral or spiritual counselling.

Find a classroom or informal learning space on campus for conversation or quiet study.

Plan ahead for parking and know where to park when driving to campus.

Access 24/7 support for first aid, security services, and Safewalk.

Get confidential advising for discrimination or harassment concerns.

Receive confidential and impartial support if you need help navigating UBC policies and processes.

Learn about the dedicated space for Indigenous peoples to share their knowledge and cultures, and host a range of activities.

Drop by to study, connect, and attend events in a welcoming space for Black students.

Drop by the student space to grab food, eat lunch, work out, study, or hang out with friends.

Connect with UBC Life online

The UBC Life Instagram and TikTok are your go-to sources for the latest events, opportunities, and insights. From study hacks and wellness tips, to student stories and campus happenings, get the inside scoop on university life.

Discover campus highlights, key events, and need-to-know updates to make the most of your time at UBC.

Get a real look at students life at UBC—created by students, for students.

Crisis support 24/7

Get help if you or someone else is in immediate danger, or at risk of harming yourself or others. Call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room.

If you or someone you know is feeling hopeless or at risk of harm, call or text 988 toll-free at any time to reach the Suicide Crisis Helpline.