r/ubcengineering

I studied C and CS50 for a week before getting blindsided today :(

Hi, I know it is super late, but I would love some more input before I submit my final decision for second year placement. I'm really torn between chbe and envl, although I know that envl is a subfield of chbe.

I love the environment and have spent a lot of my life thinking of going into env sci, but I really wanted to be a part of more direct/tangible work and I love math a lot. envl is appealing because of this reason, but i think that I am more interested in biomaterials, renewable energies and circular economies.

that is not to say that there isn't overlap, but from what i've seen on the websites it seems that it is more chbe...? but i feel like my heart has always been in envl and i love the department spirit so much, so it makes me torn to part with it.

if anyone has anything to say that would help me id appreciate the insight

I’ve been struggling with this decision for a while and honestly still can’t decide.
My options right now are:
UofT Chemical Engineering
UBC Engineering
UBC Science + BMM
A big reason I’m considering UofT Chem Eng is because of PEY/co-op and job opportunities. From what I’ve heard, it seems easier to get internships/work experience there, and that makes me feel safer about finding a job after graduation.
But personally, I actually prefer Vancouver and staying closer to home. UBC feels more comfortable to me socially and mentally. The problem is I’m scared about employment after graduation, especially with UBC Science. I also don’t really know how valuable the BMM program actually is. Some people say it’s useful, others say it’s kind of “watered down” and not that meaningful.
For engineering, I’m also worried about difficulty and pressure. I know UofT engineering is intense.

Hi, is it true that they are now teaching python instead of c? (ubcv) Can someone share the syllabus if so?

Im taking this class next year and I read a post about it so I don’t know if I should start studying c or python.

Thanks

excellent chance with an 83 yayy

hello, i’m a transfer student from another university into engineering at ubco.

first, i was accepted conditionally with a condition of “Maintain your current level of academic performance and any program minima outlined in the UBC Calendar.”

i got accepted with 3.2 GPA and it dropped to 3.08 this semester. the thing is that this term’s gpa is 2.86, which caused that drop, while all other were around 3.2-3.3 and ubc saw those ones.

my question is that would they revoke my offer or is it ok?

I’m in grade 11 now and I’m really anxious about my activities.
My grade is ok for now, I got 96 for law12, 97 on precal 12, 94 on physics 11 but i will take physics 12 on summer school so it doesn’t really matters. I took second language: mandarin with a score of 100.
However, i dont have much to write about my activities. I know it’s an important part of applying especially i dont have great marks. I was in the juvenile basketball team, doing shot puts but not into and competitions and I also do workouts. I’ve heard that UBC loves long-term activities and I’m already too late to start doing it so I’m really anxious and don’t know what to do or what I should do. Can I have some advices about what you have for applying ubc engineering? Thanks a lot!

I am an engineering student from tier 3 college I am fucked up by joining this college since 2 years I haven't progressed anything I have friends who doesn't match my vibe ,i not even participated in single hackathon.the college is only focused on outdated syllabus no actual skills and i feel lonely in my hostel my roommates are always watching reels, cricket that's all ,if i try to work on something i feel demotivated because of the environment i don't know what to do please give any advice for my situation so what can I do

CIVL 250 starts May 11 and Canvas seems to be completely down / hacked right now. Has anyone received any updates or emails from UBC or the prof yet?

I haven’t gotten any message regarding next steps, course access, or whether classes/labs are still happening. Just wondering if anyone knows what’s going on.

Hey guyss…Please help me out. I have been struggling with ELEC courses. I try hard but end up doing not so good. I am just starting my 3rd year now and am super scared. My overall grade is currently in high 60s. I really wanted to graduate with distinction for which I need an average of >= 80% in all my 300 level and above courses.
I have heard that a lot of students get past year exams from the seniors and so are able to score in high 80s and 90s. I feel like guys have more of this camaraderie than girls. 👀
Ngl, I have been a procrastinator often times but I am improving that. If someone could help me figure out a plan in general, I would really appreciate that. Also, if someone could share any material they have on this post or on dm, whether that’s good notes, past exams, I would be so grateful. God bless you. For those who do score really well in their ELEC/CPEN degree, how do you do that?
Thank you in advance.

Hi, I failed my PHYS 158 and MATH 152 with an avg of 67%, and now I'm a bit anxious for my placement. I wanted to go for MANU (a bit forcing it, I know), but seeing the courses that prereq those 2 courses is basically half of each term, I'm worried if I can finish it in 4 year. I'm on scholarship and the rule said I can't take more than 4 years to graduate. My other considerations is CHBE since it got that process/optimization engineer type. Or maybe CIVL or MTRL. I would be thankful if you guys can give some advise for me.

Hey guys, feeling super stressed right now and could really use some advice from anyone who has been in a similar boat.
I checked my grades and found out I got a 49% in APSC 101. I passed all the project stuff, but my combined midterm/final average was just under the 50% requirement, which resulted in the automatic fail.
Here is why I'm freaking out: Because I failed this course, I now only have 22 credits completed for this Winter Session. Since I came in with advanced AP credits, the placement guidelines say I need to complete at least 24 credits in my first year to be eligible for the 2nd-year program placement. So this shortfall means I'm currently disqualified from entering a specialization.
I've already sent a polite email to the prof and EAS asking if there's any chance my final exam could be reviewed for a fraction of a partial mark to bridge that 1% gap, but I want to prepare for the worst just in case.
My questions are:
1. Has anyone been in this exact situation (missing the 24-credit minimum for AP students)?
2. Is there any exception or appeal process for placement eligibility?
3. Would Engineering Advising allow me to take a Summer Session course to make up the missing credits in time for placement this year?
Thanks for your advice!!

I'm an incoming first year currently taking AP Physics c, but won't be taking the E&M test. I'm getting conflicting answers online if I can have my credits transferred if I just take the mechanics test, can one of yall clear this up for me?

Having a hard time deciding between the two.

Interested in CPEN since you have the flexibility between hardware or software, but I’m worried that the software job market will continue to get more competitive, making it irrelevant.

Interested in ELEC since there’s a greater breadth in career options and a bit more stability in those careers.

Not sure if I know enough about either to make an educated decision between the two - was wondering where I could learn more

160 was my favourite course and I also enjoyed 158, but apart from that I haven’t explored either much more.

Hi! I’m just hoping for some guidance in selection of my second year discipline. I want to do robotics as a whole as in learn and experience in mech, elec and software, but that’s not something that’s exactly offered at UBC. So I went to Igen as it is inherently multidisciplinary, but there are also several mandatory courses that arent exactly needed for robotics such as the chbe and civil or mining courses. So the second option would be mechatronics which I didn’t apply to early and would have to compete for in mech in third year.
I do have guaranteed placement, any advice helps, thanks!

I am filling out the specialization form and thinking about electrical engineeering. I hated apsc 160 and phys 158 was meh but interesting. I don’t wanna be bald by end of year 2 and idk if I will enjoy it at all. My parents kinda are pressing it on me but yea it has good job stability and stuff, but I also don’t wanna hate myself for the 4 years. I also really wanna somewhat try to pursue some of my hobbies in modelling/ acting which is something creative. How is elec eng?

Hey guys just wondering what my chances were of getting into ECE? I have around 78 average and have design team experience but thats about it.

I’m thinking of putting Manufacturing Engineering as my first choice and wanted to hear from people who are actually in the program. How heavy is the course load? Which courses are considered the toughest? Overall, how do you feel about the program and would you recommend it?