Faculty of Science

First Year Focus

Build a strong foundation in the computation or life sciences in a supportive, cohort-based program.

FYF program has been discontinued as of 2024W.

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.

Why FYF

Why First-Year Focus?

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.

Learn more about FYF

Class and Schedule

Classes and Schedules

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.

See FYF schedule options

Musqueam First Nation land acknowledegement

We honour xwməθkwəy̓ əm (Musqueam) on whose ancestral, unceded territory UBC Vancouver is situated. UBC Science is committed to building meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples so we can advance Reconciliation and ensure traditional ways of knowing enrich our teaching and research.

Learn more: Musqueam First Nation

First Year Focus

Faculty of Science

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