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introduction
Natural sciences to understand human impact
Social solutions to manage human nature
AN ECOSYSTEM IS A COMPLEX BC, Canada and the world. As a Conservation scientists help
system of unique interactions society, we choose which natural society make the best possible
between plants, animals, geological resources to use, and in what environmental choices for achieving
processes, and climatic influences. manner these uses will take place. resource sustainability .
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the degree
Bachelor of Science in
Natural Resources Conservation
THE PROGRAM IS fundamentally
interdisciplinary involving
courses in biology, geography,
economics, sociology, terrestrial
and aquatic ecology, philosophy
and ethics, wildlife and fisheries
management, math and computer
science, policy and planning,
globalization and sustainability, to
name a few. The program has its
foundation in the biological and
social sciences, teaching direct
applications in the lab and in the
field of technologically advanced
tools available to resource
planners and managers, such as
Geographic Information Systems,
satellite image and aerial photo
remote sensing technologies,
computer modeling software,
and quantitative statistical
techniques. The program provides
a thorough understanding of
function, process and structure of
natural ecosystems, and provides
an appreciation for the political,
legal and socioeconomic contexts
which affect design and outcomes
of conservation and management
strategies. The program emphasizes Photo: Katherine Bryan
development of communication
and problem-solving skills,
teamwork, and leadership.
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Northwest planning, management a global context. Two notable to the Science and Management
and conservation issues, and is features of this major are the Major, the Global Perspectives
more in line with criteria to obtain international education that Major examines additional resource
status as a Professional Biologist or students receive through either a systems, has more emphasis
Professional Forester (see page 10 study abroad period or an intensive on international policy and
details). international field school or related planning, and requires mandatory
experience, and the global issues international experience.
The Global Perspectives Major capstone course which uses
focuses on the conservation and international case studies and Both majors have the opportunity
management of renewable and modeling approaches to explore for international educational
non-renewable resources, policy the effects of decision-making on and students in the Science
formation and planning within resource sustainability. Compared and Management Major are
encouraged to also participate
“The NRC program provided me with a broad environmental background that in international education. The
has proven ideal for my job. NRC courses provided the basics of forest, fish, Faculty of Forestry boasts links to
and wildlife ecology, all of which gave me a great environmental knowledge over 25 different universities in
base. The hands-on skills I learned in the Integrated Field School are essential 18 different countries, allowing a
for entry-level biological technician jobs. Industry presentations during my student to spend up to one year
studies also provided a real world glimpse of where the NRC program can take studying abroad. In consultation
you in industry. Resource-based companies are increasingly scrutinized for with our International Exchange
environmental practices and the NRC program is a great source for well rounded Advisor, often these placements
environmental staff.” can be credited towards your
degree program, and, best of all,
Dave Hunter, BSc.(NRC) – Class of 1998 you still only pay UBC tuition fees
Biologist, BC Hydro Generation Environmental Department while taking courses at universities
around the world!
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or participation in an international with people to resolve passionate Co-op and volunteer
field school, volunteer period, issues. There are several courses work experience, the
co-op term, or internship. It has in the program that involve NRC program is far more than just
considerable breadth in courses field work; these courses, along the average science degree.
that examine resources systems with the field schools, stress
and has a senior-level cap-stone practical skills, teach the design Flexible
The NRC program provides
“The NRC program provided me with practical skills (public speaking, presenting, opportunities for students to
report writing and IT)….it also provided me with the context of environmental, choose the courses they’re
social and economic issues to help me understand the complexities involved interested in – up to 18 elective
with forest management and conservation. I now work for a small consulting credits in the Science and
firm based in the UK, where I coordinate the UK Government’s Central Point for Management Major and up to 24
Expertise on Timber procurement. I advise government and suppliers on how elective credits (nearly one whole
to purchase timber and timber products that meet the UK’s policy for legal and year equivalent) in the Global
sustainable sources. “ Perspectives Major. Students can
create a sub-specialization, or
Kate Bottriell, BSc.(NRC), MSc – Class of 2003 explore diverse and alternative
CPET Coordinator, ProForest, Oxford, UK course options to round out their
education.
course involving student-led and implementation of research
projects, using analytical and projects, and expose students to
modelling approaches, of resource conservation professionals who
management, environmental and are at work today. With the added
social sustainability in countries in choice of up to 20 months of paid
different stages of development.
Applied
Employers are looking for
graduates with ‘real-world’ skills and
training, who can go beyond the
theoretical concepts taught in the
classroom. Unlike most other B.Sc.
programs, the Natural Resources
Conservation program is an applied
program that emphasizes practical
field skills and exposure to the
sophisticated tools needed to
manage resources and people.
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co-op education
What is Co-op?
Co-op is short for Cooperative
Education, and is an exciting option
for any student in the Faculty of
Forestry.
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program outlines
Major in Science and Management
Four Year NRC Program Map – non co-op option
(Those students not enrolled in the Co-op option may complete their academic course work in four years)
Term 1 Term 2 Summer
September – December January – April May – August
Year 1 Basic Sciences, English, Math, Introduction to Conservation, Soil Science, Summer
Economics, Sociology
Year 2 Conservation Foundations, Forest Biology and Ecology, Introduction to Biometrics Summer
and Computer Applications, Introduction to Physical Geography
Year 3 Resource Economics, Conservation Biology and Biodiversity, Geographic Information Summer
Systems, Hydrology, Wildlife and Fish Biology, Conservation Planning, Resource Sociology
Year 1 Basic Sciences, English, Math, Introduction to Conservation, Soil Science, Economics, Summer
Sociology
Year 2 Conservation Foundations, Forest Biology and Ecology, Introduction to Biometrics and Co-op 1
Computer Applications, Introduction to Physical Geography
Year 3 Resource Economics, Conservation Biology and Biodiversity, Geographic Information Co-op 2
Systems, Hydrology, Wildlife and Fish Biology, Conservation Planning, Resource Sociology,
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program outlines
Major in Global Perspectives
Four Year NRC Program Map – non co-op option
(Those students not enrolled in the Co-op option may complete their academic course work in four years)
Term 1 Term 2 Summer
September – December January – April May – August
Year 1 Basic Sciences, English, Math, Introduction to Conservation, Soil Science, Summer
Economics, Sociology
Year 2 Conservation Foundations, Forest Biology and Ecology, Introduction to Biometrics Summer
and Computer Applications, Introduction to Physical Geography
Years Geomatics, Conservation Biology and Biodiversity, Resources and Economics, Summer
3&4 Resources and Society, International Policy/Governance and Resources, Indigenous
Perspectives, Globalization, Aquatic Resources, Agriculture/Food Resources, Forestry
Resources, Energy Resources
Resource Systems electives, International experience*, language, general electives
Year 2 Conservation Foundations, Forest Biology and Ecology, Introduction to Biometrics and Co-op 1
Computer Applications, Introduction to Physical Geography
Years Geomatics, Conservation Biology and Biodiversity, Resources and Economics, Resources and Co-op 2
3, 4 & 5 Society, International Policy/Governance and Resources, Indigenous Perspectives, Globalization,
Aquatic Resources, Agriculture/Food Resources, Forestry Resources, Energy Resources
* International experience can include: study abroad, international internship, field school or volunteer experience. Students should obtain their international
experience during their NRC degree prior to entering 4th year (or 5th year for the co-op option) though international experiences obtained within 1 year prior
to entering the NRC degree would be considered at the discretion of the program director. Experience must be gained outside of Canada, and for international
students, it must also be in different country from which they most recently lived. Some exceptions may be granted at the discretion of the program director.
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student life
Academic Resources professionals dedicated to supporting the College of
Applied Biology and its members. Membership in the
There are many resources available for students at UBC. UBC
Association of Professional Biologists of B.C. requires
LEAP is your online gateway to academic resources. Online
that you first be a member in good standing of the
tutoring, peer academic coaching, first-year blogs, and an
College of Applied Biology. Please visit: www.cab-bc.
exam database are just some of the resources available to
org for more information. (See page 19 for additional
students; for more information please visit www.leap.ubc.
information on courses needed to fulfill RPBio
ca. The Alma Master Society of UBC (AMS) also provides
educational requirements).
a range of services from a thorough exam database to
tutoring services to volunteering and job postings. You can The Association of British Columbia Forest
also find details on their ‘safewalk’ and ‘speakeasy’ programs
Professionals (ABCFP)
on the AMS website at www.ams.ubc.ca.
The Foresters Act defines the roles and responsibilities
Forestry Undergraduate Society (FUS) of Professional Foresters in the management of our
publicly owned forest land. It is the responsibility of
The Forestry Undergraduate Society (FUS) is the student
the ABCFP to ensure that foresters are educated and
government of the Faculty of Forestry. As a part of the UBC
qualified to manage forest resources, that they remain
student government, known as the Alma Mater Society
up-to-date on changes in their field and make decisions
(AMS), the FUS is made up of over twenty student-elected
based on a strict code of ethics. The ABCFP takes great
members from all year levels and degree programs across
care to make certain that professional foresters act in
the Faculty. The FUS is responsible for all official student
the best interests of the people of British Columbia.
social and recreational activities within the Faculty, as well
Students in the Faculty of Forestry can get directly
as liaising between the Faculty and the undergraduate
involved in the Association by joining through the
student population. The society organizes two large social
START (STudent ARTiculation) program. START does not
events each year; “Undercut” in the fall and “Coconut” in
give a student full member status, but rather aims to
the spring. It runs a variety of events during Forestry Week
raise awareness of the profession and helps students
(usually the third week of September), organizes numerous
to enter the profession once they have completed
intramural sports teams, and hosts monthly social
their studies. With a low annual fee, students receive
functions for the students and staff.
a subscription to ‘BC Forest Professional’ (the ABCFP
magazine), links to the professional forester network,
1. These are only the courses required for applicants following the BC/Yukon secondary school curriculum. High school students following other curricula should
refer to the course requirements online at www.you.ubc.ca, and contact us for more details.
2. A score of 67% or higher in Principles of Math 12 is required to register in first year math at UBC, otherwise UBC MATH 002 or MATH 003 will also be required.
3. Information on approved language courses is available online at www.you.ubc.ca. Please note that students who entered the BC secondary system after Grade
9 are eligible for a second-language waiver. A written statement from the school principal or counsellor indicating the student’s date and grade of entry into
the BC school system, and UBC reference number, is required for verification purposes. Students from outside British Columbia do not require a language 11.
4. You can be admitted without Chemistry 12 but its equivalent CHEM 111 must be completed during the first year of your program.
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Students Applying from a College Admission to major in Global Perspectives
or University All students are by default in the Science and Management Major of
Students transferring from a post- the NRC program. Students apply at end of 2nd year NRC to enter
secondary institution are expected to the Global Perspective Major. Because space is limted in the Global
have successfully completed a minimum Perspectives Major, the best 27 credits from the year of application will
of 24 credits before applying to UBC. be used to assess academic standing and to rank applicants.
Students with 24 credits or more will have
their admission average based on their
post-secondary studies. Students must
have achieved a minimum average GPA
of 2.2 in their most recent 30 credits of
post-secondary courses attempted prior
to applying to UBC. If a student has not
achieved this minimum GPA, they are
Apply to UBC online at:
encouraged to continue their studies at
a post-secondary institution to improve
their average. Students applying with
www.you.ubc.ca
more than 30 credits of completed course
work will be evaluated based on the most
recently completed 30 credits. Students
must still have successfully completed
the high school prerequisites set out
in the table above, although the marks
for these courses will not be taken into
consideration.
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the faculty of forestry
Educating professionals and scientists since 1924
The Faculty of Forestry has a long and
rich history at UBC. Originally housed
as a department within the Faculty of
Applied Science, the first undergraduate
degrees in Forest Engineering were
awarded in 1923 and the first Masters
of Forestry and PhD degrees in 1933. In
1951 the department officially became
the Faculty of Forestry. In 1956, after the
Soviet invasion of Hungary, the Faculty
was joined by 196 students and 24
faculty members of the Sopron Forestry
School. In a recent review of the Faculty,
it was stated in the final report that “[the
review committee] rank the UBC group
among the premier forestry schools in
the world…”
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Bachelor of Science in Natural Forest Sciences Centre Centre for Advanced Wood
Resources Conservation The Forest Sciences Centre is Processing
Major in Science and Management home to the Faculty of Forestry. Connected to the Forest Sciences
Major in Global Perspectives This award-winning building, Centre is the Centre for Advanced
showcasing engineered wood Wood Processing (CAWP).
Bachelor of Science in Forestry products, offers over 15,000 square CAWP is an advanced wood
Major in Forest Operations
metres of teaching, laboratory and processing laboratory, containing
Major in Forest Resources
office space. A stunning four story a simulation lab, a computer
Management
atrium provides a central study area lab and several classrooms for
with wireless internet access. High- teaching practical and applied
Bachelor of Science in Forest
tech classrooms wired with Ethernet components of the Wood
Sciences connections and large computer Products Processing degree.
teaching labs, ensure that students CAWP also offers extension
Bachelor of Science in Wood
learn with the latest technologies programs, continuing education,
Products Processing and software. Recently completed is and applied research facilities for
our brand new student lounge: The industry.
Treehouse.
University Research Forests
The Faculty of Forestry operates
three Research Forests across
British Columbia: the Malcolm
Knapp Research Forest near Maple
Ridge on the coast, the Alex Fraser
Research Forest near Williams
Lake in the central interior of
BC, and the Aleza Lake Research
Forest near Prince George in the
northern interior (jointly operated
with the University of Northern
British Columbia). These forests
host three field schools for UBC
Forestry students: a fall field
course at Alex Fraser Research
Forest, a spring field course at
Malcolm Knapp Research Forest,
and sections of the conservation
field course which is held in both
of these forests. The variety of
ongoing research projects in
these forests make them ideal
places for teaching students
from UBC, other post-secondary
institutions, and continuing
education programs.
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scholarships & awards
A number of awards and Bursaries are non-repayable awards Awards & Financial Aid Office
scholarships are available to which are allocated primarily on the
Phone: (604) 822-5111
students entering or registered in basis of financial need. Any student
Fax: (604) 822-6929
the Natural Resources Conservation with assessed financial need
E-mail: awards.enquiry@ubc.ca
program. The Faculty of Forestry can apply for a bursary, but first
plays an active role in raising consideration is given to those who UBC – Brock Hall
funds for scholarships and awards have also applied for government 1036 – 1874 East Mall
as part of their commitment to assistance. Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1
making education accessible to
everyone. Students enrolled in the The University offers a wide range http://students.ubc.ca/finance/
Co-op option are also eligible for of other programs to recognize
scholarships and awards. students with high academic
achievement and provide
Entrance Scholarships are based financial assistance to those who
on students’ entrance admission cannot meet basic educational
average and based on the four costs. Academic awards for
Grade 12 courses outlined in undergraduate study as well as
the previous table. A student financial need-based awards are
must attain a minimum average administered by the Office of
of 75% to be considered for Awards and Financial Aid Office. For
a scholarship. Students are more information please contact
automatically considered for the Awards Office:
a number of scholarships and
awards, both general to UBC and
those specific to the Faculty of
Forestry. Scholarships are also
available for university and college
transfer students, the application
can be found online at you.ubc.
ca/ubc/vaouncer/finances. Other
scholarships may be available, and
students are encouraged to contact
the Awards and Financial Aid Office.
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additional information
Fees For more information on housing, and to download an
application form, contact the Housing Office directly or
Detailed information on fees and other costs are available
visit their web site:
online at www.students.ubc.ca/calendar/.
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courses
All courses are subject to change. Please consult the online UBC calendar for the most current info.
http://students.ubc.ca/courses/.
Year 1
Common Year 1 for Science and Management major and
MATH 184 (4) Differential Calculus for Social
Science and Commerce
CONS 101 (1) Introduction to Conservation and MATH 190 (4) Calculus Survey
Forest Sciences
If you did not complete Calculus 12, it is strongly
BIOL 121 (3) Ecology, Genetics, and Evolution recommended that you choose Math 190 (or 184)
If you did not complete BIOL 12 you are required to take SOCI 100* (6) Introduction to Sociology
BIOL 111 in Term 1. Students with BIOL 12 should take
3 credits of electives. Students without CHEM 12 need SOCI 100 can be taken in year 1 or 2. Will also accept
to take CHEM 111 in year 1; Students with CHEM 12 do SOCI 200-level (3) and one general elective (3) in place
NOT need to replace it with 3 credits of electives. of SOCI 100.
ECON 101 (3) Principles of Microeconomics APBI 200 (3) Introduction to Soil Science
MATH 100 (3) Differential Calculus with FRST 232 (3) Computer Applications in Forestry
Applications to Physical Sciences
and Engineering GEOB 102 (3) Introduction to Physical
Geography: Climate and
or Vegetation
GEOB 103(3) Introduction to Physical
MATH 102 (3) Differential Calculus with Geography: Water and Landscapes
applications to Life Sciences
GEOB 102 & 103 can be taken in year 1 or 2
or
General Elective (3)
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Major in Science and Management
Year 3 Year 4
SOCI 360 (3) Sociology and Natural Resources CONS 451 (15) Integrated Conservation Field
School
CONS 330 (3) Conservation Biology
Field methods, research and analysis, community
CONS 340 (3) Introduction to Geographic oriented projects, and the interactions between
Information Systems for Forestry biological and social aspects of conservation research.
and Conservation Students may not take any other courses in conjunction
with CONS 451. Restricted to students registered in
FRST 318 (3) Conservation and Forestry fourth year of the B.Sc. (NRC), major in Science and
Economics Management.
FRST 386 (3) Aquatic Ecosystems and Fish in 2 Electives (300/400-level) (6)
Forested Watersheds
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Major in Global Perspectives
Years 3 and 4
Core courses (21 credits) Language courses (6)
see below
Electives (15)
Resource systems course (12 credits) (6) From resources systems (see below)
see below
(6) General electives
International Experience (0)
Minimum of 1 term study abroad program, or (3) 300/400 level
international co-op work term*, or 2-4 week
international field school*, or international internship*. *Students who choose international experience other
*on consultation with program director. than a study abroad program may do so on consultation
with the program director.
CONS 452 (6) GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES CAPSTONE
Examination of global resources and sustainability
via scenario evaluation, modelling and prescription.
Students will apply their knowledge of resource systems
and assessment tools, and develop and compare
alternative resource management/policy scenarios that
satisfy criteria of environmental, economic and social
sustainability. [3-0-6]. Prerequisite: Fourth year standing
in the Global Perspectives major and a GIS course
(eg CONS 340 or GEOG 270).
Core Courses
Select one 3-credit course from each of the following topics:
Geomatics International policy/governance and resources
Conservation biology and biodiversity Indigenous perspectives
Resources and economics Globalization
Resources and society
FRST 491 (3) Visualization and Forest Design GEOB 373 (3) Introductory Remote Sensing
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CONSERVATION BIOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY (select 3 credits)
CONS 330 (3) Conservation Biology BIOL 445 (3) Darwin’s Fishes
BIOL 408 (6) Principles of Applied Ecology GEOB 307 (3) Biogeography and Global Change
BIOL 416 (3) Principles of Conservation Biology CONS 495 (3) Principles of Managing Problem
Wildlife
FRST 495 (3) Biological Diversity and Forest
Management
SOCI 360B (3) Sociology and Natural Resources GEOG 411 (3) Environment and Empire
FRST 470 (3) Forests and Society ANTH 330 (3) Anthropology of Rural Peoples and
the Global Economy
SOCI 420A (3) Sociology of the Environment
ANTH 360 (3) Introduction to Ecological
GEOG 310 (3) Environment and Resources Anthropology (Term 1)
CONS 440 (3) Conservation Policy POLI 351 (3) Environmental Politics and
Policy
FRST 415 (3) Forest Policy
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INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVES (select 3 credits)
CONS 370 (3) Perspectives on First Nations and FNSP 200C (6) First Nations of North America
Forest Lands
HIST 302 (6) History of the Native Peoples of
ANTH 220 (3) First Nations of British Columbia Canada
ANTH 304A (3) Ethnography of the Northwest IHHS 301 (3) Working in International Health
Coast
FRST 270 (3) Community Forests and
ANTH 401A (3) First Peoples of North America Community Forestry
CONS 486 (3) Fish Conservation and EOSC 478 (3) Introduction to Fisheries Science
Management
BIOL 402 (3) Aquatic Ecology
EOSC 270 (3) Marine Biodiversity
BIOL 465 (3) Diversity and Evolution of Fishes
EOSC 370 (3) Introduction to Physical and
Chemical Oceanography BIOL 466 (3) Applied Biology of Fishes
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AGRICULTURE/FOOD/RANGE SYSTEMS
APBI 260 (6) Agroecology I FRE 306 (3) Introduction to Global Food
Markets
APBI 360 (3) Agroecology II
FRE 340 (3) International Agricultural
APBI 401 (3) Soil Processes Development
APBI 402 (3) Sustainable Soil Management BIOL 343 (3) Plants and Peoples
FNH 200 (3) Exploring Our Food FRST 444 (3) Agroforestry
CONS 425 (3) Sustainable Energy: Policy and EOSC 312 (3) The Earth System and
Governance Environmental Evolution
EOSC 210 (3) Earth Science for Engineers MINE 290 (3) Introduction to Mining and Mineral
Processing
EOSC 311 (3) The Earth and its Resources
MINE 391(3) Mining and the Environment
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contact us
For more information on admissions to the Natural
Resources Conservation program please contact:
Prospective Students
Phone: 604-827-5195
or toll-free 1-888-933-9663
Email: advising@forestry.ubc.ca
Co-op
Geoff Anderson
Co-op Coordinator
Phone: 604-827-5196
Email: geoff.anderson@ubc.ca
Academic Advising
Dr. Scott Hinch
Program Director, Natural Resources Conservation
Phone: 604-822-9377
Email: scott.hinch@ubc.ca
www.forestry.ubc.ca
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