UBC Future Global Leaders
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UBC Future Global Leaders
UBC Future Global Leaders is an immersive two-week pre-university program designed for motivated high school students from around the world.
Participants explore university-level subjects, strengthen essential academic skills, and experience life at one of Canada’s most prestigious institutions.
Students enroll directly in UBC’s official summer program, gaining access to university classrooms, expert instructors, and preparation workshops that help them understand what it takes to succeed in their first year of university.
The program is designed for students ages 15 to 18 and welcomes participants from a wide range of countries.
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is one of the world’s top public universities, recognized for its academic excellence, global impact, and leadership in sustainability and research. Located in Vancouver, one of the most beautiful and student-friendly cities in North America, UBC offers an inspiring environment where innovation and curiosity thrive.
During the program, students live in modern on-campus residence halls, each with a private single room that ensures comfort and privacy, and enjoy three daily meals in the university’s dining facilities.
With secure access, common social areas, and easy walking distance to classrooms, museums, recreational centers, and coastal trails, the campus offers a complete and authentic university experience that reflects UBC’s reputation for world-class teaching, community, and student life.
Academics
University Preparation Workshops
Alongside their academic coursework, students participate in daily workshops designed to guide them through the transition to university life.
Workshops include topics such as:
• Creating outstanding university applications
• Building effective study habits
• Understanding professors’ expectations
• Choosing the right academic path
• Maintaining wellbeing during the first year
• Using artificial intelligence strategically as a student
Sample Course Options
Subjects offered in 2026 will be similar to the following:
• AI in Action: Ethics, Innovation and Application
• Business and Social Impact
• Crime and Society
• Digital Media and Entrepreneurship
• Forensic Anthropology
• International Criminal Law
• Introduction to Business Foundations
• Introduction to Engineering
• Introduction to the Global Political Economy
• Introduction to Psychology
• Medical Anthropology
• Neuroanatomy: The Human Brain
• Virtual Anatomy: Inside the Human Body in 3D
Weekend Trips & Activities
The program includes exciting weekend excursions that allow students to experience Vancouver’s natural beauty and cultural energy.
Past field trips have included visits to:
Grouse Mountain – panoramic views, nature, and mountain activities
Granville Island – vibrant markets, artisan shops, and waterfront scenery
These activities help students bond, explore the city, and enjoy an unforgettable Canadian summer experience.
Tuition
Residential Program
2026 Tuition: USD $4,350
Dates
Course dates
July 19 – August 1, 2026
