First-Year Focus (FYF) helps students build a strong foundation in the computational sciences (FYF-C) or life sciences (FYF-L) in a supportive, cohort-based program. You'll form friendships, be part of an inclusive community of diverse students, and build the skills you need to explore a wide range of disciplines as you advance to second year at UBC Science.
FYF makes it easy to meet other first-year students and form connections, cuts down on your commute, and introduces you to computational/data sciences and life sciences.
FYF Program has 2 tracks: FYF-C (Computation) or FYF-L (Life sciences). Students in either of the tracks are registered in a same set of courses together as a group. See what your schedule might look like as a part of FYF-C or FYF-L.
First-Year Focus is open and accessible to any first-year UBC Science student. You need to apply to UBC before joining FYF.
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