Program Overview

University Program Information

The University of British Columbia offers various programs through its Extended Learning department. These programs cater to diverse interests and professional development needs.

Program Areas

• Coaching and leadership
  • Career coaching
  • Organizational coaching
• Communication
  • English communication skills
  • Intercultural communication
  • Science communication
• Environment and sustainability
  • Blue economy
  • Climate change
• Equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism
  • Anti-racism
  • Equitable systems design
  • Equity, diversity, and inclusion
  • Intercultural communication
• Health and medicine
  • Health analytics
  • Healthcare financial management
  • Indigenous health administration
  • Life sciences
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Regulatory affairs
  • Science communication
• Humanities and social sciences
  • Liberal arts and sciences
  • Political science
• Languages
  • American sign language
  • Arabic
  • Chinese reading and writing
  • English communication skills
  • Farsi
  • French conversation
  • French reading and writing
  • German
  • Italian and Portuguese
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Mandarin
  • Spanish conversation
  • Spanish reading, writing, and Latin American culture
  • Swahili
• Law
  • Mining law
• Pre-university for high school students
  • Academic
  • Technology courses for teens
  • University applications and skills
• Technology
  • Artificial intelligence (AI)
  • Cloud computing
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data science
  • Game design and development
  • Software development
  • Technology courses for teens
• Writing
  • Foundational writing
  • Freelance writing and self-expression
  • Marketing and website writing
  • Workplace writing

Specific Programs

Climate Action Planning: Foundations, Finance, and Implementation

This micro-certificate program is designed for policymakers, planners, and industry players to gain knowledge, skills, and tools for climate action planning. Developed by UBC’s Institute for Resources, Environment, and Sustainability, Sustainability Hub, and Campus and Community Planning, the program aims to create climate champions.

Course Details

• Format: Online
• Fee: $1,950
• Course Outline: The program guides participants through the foundational steps of climate action planning, including assessing organizational climate impact, engaging stakeholders, and identifying necessary data and funding.
• Weekly Modules:
  1. What is a climate action plan?
  2. Why do I need one? Science and policy
  3. Why do I need one? Justice
  4. Planning for the plan
  5. Identifying main emissions sources and impact areas
  6. Engaging key colleagues and stakeholders
  7. Scanning for key data and assets
  8. Developing your TOR
  9. Identifying funding opportunities
  10. Kickstarting your plan
• Technology Requirements: Participants need access to an email account, a computer or tablet, the latest web browser version, and a reliable internet connection. A video camera and microphone are also recommended.

Other Programs

• UBC Future Global Leaders: A program for high school students, including on-campus and online options.
• Summer Language Institutes: Offering courses in American Sign Language, French, and Spanish.
• Faculty Partnership Programs: Collaborative programs with various faculties.
• Vancouver Summer Program: A program offering courses during the summer.
• Other UBC Learning Opportunities: Various courses and programs available through UBC Extended Learning.

Financial Assistance

• StrongerBC Future Skills Grant: Available for eligible participants to support their learning.

Student Support

• Accessing Online Courses: Information on computer and browser requirements, using Zoom for live classes, and accessing course materials.
• Request Certificates and Transcripts: Procedures for obtaining certificates and transcripts upon completion of courses.
• Tuition Tax Receipts: Information on how to obtain tuition tax receipts.
• Academic Conduct and Appeals: Policies and procedures regarding academic conduct and appeals.
• Campus Resources: Access to various campus resources for support.