School of Engineering

Our world-class School of Engineering draws students from around the globe to study in programs which are changing the face of industry in Canada and beyond. Our students and researchers are creative problem-solvers, innovative thinkers, and aspiring entrepreneurs who are pioneering advances in fields like robotics, infrastructure, environmental engineering, alternative energy, and sustainable construction materials. Our graduates are global, professional leaders who are developing innovative solutions to industry problems and promoting the values of a civil and sustainable society for the benefit of our province, our country, and the global community.

Consider how your support could help the School of Engineering develop innovative solutions for industry and society.

Projects and Success Stories:

  • Success Story

    Providing a bit of home for those who live on the streets

    Providing a bit of home for those who live on the streets

    UBC and community aim to provide secure storage for Kelowna’s homeless Shopping carts used by Kelowna’s homeless are going high-tech thanks to engineers at UBC’s Okanagan campus. In a unique industry-university-community project, Kelowna-based Waterplay Solutions, Metro Community Church, the RCMP, City of Kelowna, and UBC’s School of Engineering are hoping to develop a personal belongings […] more

    Community Engagement

  • Success Story

    UBC and Kal Tire announce research partnership

    UBC and Kal Tire announce research partnership

    Kal Tire’s Mining Tire Group and the University of British Columbia have formed a research partnership that will allow the two organizations to collaborate in developing technology and innovative solutions for the mining tire industry. In the recently-signed memorandum of understanding (MOU), both parties agree to pursue research and innovation as part of a partnership […] more

    Research Excellence

  • Priority Project

    Chemical and Biological Engineering Field Trip

    Chemical and Biological Engineering Field Trip

    For the students in third-year year Chemical and Biological Engineering, the annual class field trip has become a cherished tradition. A great opportunity for students to forge bonds and build more

  • Special Appeals

    UBC Materials Engineering: Celebrate 100 Years by Helping to Revitalize Undergraduate Labs

    UBC Materials Engineering: Celebrate 100 Years by Helping to Revitalize Undergraduate Labs

    The Department of Materials Engineering has been providing cutting edge education and research to serve our industries and communities for 100 years. To celebrate our centennial, we need your help more

  • Success Story

    Bursary Support Helps Engineering Student Pursue New Career Paths

    Bursary Support Helps Engineering Student Pursue New Career Paths

    Civil engineering student Darrell Smale knows hard work and a UBC education will help him make an impact in his field. more

  • Success Story

    Engineering Professor Pioneers Advances in “Green” Concrete

    Engineering Professor Pioneers Advances in “Green” Concrete

    One man’s junk is another man’s treasure- or research materials in Shahria Alam’s case. Shahria, assistant professor at the School of Engineering at UBC’s Okanagan campus, is researching how industrial waste can be recycled into new-generation concrete. more

  • Priority Project

    Engineering Student Experience Endowments and Awards

    Engineering Student Experience Endowments and Awards

    UBC Okanagan’s School of Engineering offers a unique and innovative curriculum to prepare students for the realities of engineering practice. more

    Student Learning

Contact Us

Colin Wilson
Associate Director
Tel: 250.807.9903
Email: colin.wilson@ubc.ca