Faculty of Science

The broad spectrum of disciplines in the Faculty of Science – from the Geology to Entomology – mesh to create a unique environment for idea exchange and research collaboration to further scientific study. The Faculty is dedicated to fostering an environment that incubates ideas, offers world-calibre and meaningful research, advances the study of science, and impacts the communities it serves.

Find a Fund:

Priority Funds

Dean of Science Scholarship
Faculty of Science Bursary
Science 101 Fund

Department Funds

Computer Science Scholarship
Statistics Fund for Excellence
Mathematics Outreach Endowment
Earth and Ocean Sciences Field School Fund
Department of Chemistry Internship Support Fund
The CoSphere Development Fund
Botanical Garden Donation Fund

Projects and Success Stories:

  • Priority Project

    Support Women in Computer Science at UBC

    Support Women in Computer Science at UBC

    In today’s digital world, computer science forms the backbone of almost everything we use, from social networks to infrastructure to innovative healthcare solutions. Currently, only 25% of graduates more

  • Priority Project

    Biodiversity Internship Fund: Help our students help the Earth

    Biodiversity Internship Fund: Help our students help the Earth

    The Biodiversity Internship Fund helps solve biodiversity issues, sponsoring internships for UBC graduate students with agencies in Canada and abroad. more

    Student Learning

  • Priority Project

    Bringing the Power of Math into the Community

    Bringing the Power of Math into the Community

    The Mathematics Outreach Endowment Fund supports Aboriginal math programs and K-12 math workshops. more

    Community Engagement

  • Priority Project

    Science 101: Bringing Science to Vancouver's Inner City

    Science 101: Bringing Science to Vancouver’s Inner City

    Science 101 is a barrier-free, non-credit course offered through UBC Science. The course provides students of all ages with an introduction to a wide variety of scientific fields. more

    Community Engagement

  • Priority Project

    Project Seahorse

    Project Seahorse

    Seahorses are flagship species for marine conservation, charismatic symbols and ambassadors of the marine habitats where they make their homes. Like many other marine animals, seahorses are caught by more

    Research Excellence

  • Success Story

    Microbiology

    Microbiology

    Our Faculty is fully committed to the importance of science research and the benefits that ultimately accrue to society. Our aim is to create and advance scientific knowledge and understanding. This is important or those of us who live and work in Vancouver, BC, Canada… and beyond. more

  • Priority Project

    Growing UBC’s Botanical Garden

    Growing UBC’s Botanical Garden

    Support the operations and programs of UBC Botanical Garden, and help us preserve plant biodiversity. more

    Community Engagement

Contact Us

Allan Berezny
Assistant Dean, Development
Tel: 604.822.8686
Email: allan.berezny@ubc.ca

Krista Sheppard
Associate Director
Tel: 604.827.4137
Email: krista.sheppard@ubc.ca

Carly Martin
Associate Director
Tel: 604.827.4406
Email: carly.martin@ubc.ca

Sandra Hunt 
Associate Director
Tel: 604.822.3444
Email: sandra.hunt@ubc.ca

Tom Balke
Associate Director
Tel: 604.827.4464
Email: tom.balke@ubc.ca

Valerie Titford
Development Manager
Tel: 604.822.3404
Email: valerie.titford@ubc.ca

Sarah Fedorchuk
Development Writer and Communications
Tel: 604.822.4376
Email: sarah.fedorchuk@ubc.ca

Karolin Konig
Development Coordinator
Tel: 604.827.4466
Email: karolin.konig@ubc.ca

Melinda Sam
Development Assistant
Tel: 604.822.4114
Email: melinda.sam@ubc.ca

Kim Duffell
Associate Director, Alumni Relations
Tel: 604.822.1864
Email: kim.duffell@ubc.ca