Grow Your Future with Forestry
Embark on a journey of discovery with UBC’s Faculty of Forestry — the leading forestry school in Canada. Our undergraduate programs blend interactive learning with academic rigour and forward-thinking environmental concepts, preparing our graduates for exciting and in-demand careers.
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources
Explore the Faculty of Forestry’s Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources, offering hands-on learning, diverse majors and minor options, and practical skills to tackle today’s challenges. Our selection of foundational first-year courses will help you select the best major for you.
Majors:
Bioeconomy Sciences and Technology
4 years, full-time | Options: Minor in Commerce, Co-op, Land One
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Dr. Scott Renneckar
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Conservation
4 years, full-time | Options: Dual Degree, Co-op, Land One
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Dr. Jeanine Rhemtulla
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Forest Management
4 years, full-time | Options: Dual Degree, Co-op, Land One
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Dr. Andrés Varhola
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Forest Operations
4 years, full-time | Options: Dual Degree, Co-op, Land One
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Dr. Andrés Varhola
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Forest Sciences
4 years, full-time | Options: Dual Degree, Co-op, Land One
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Dr. Allan Carroll
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Wood Products
4 years, full-time | Options: Minor in Commerce, Dual Degree, Co-op, Land One
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Dr. Vincent Leung
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Bachelor of Indigenous Land Stewardship
The Bachelor of Indigenous Land Stewardship program trains future land stewards by combining Indigenous knowledge, governance, and sustainability through culturally appropriate, interdisciplinary education led by Indigenous scholars and allies.
Bachelor of Indigenous Land Stewardship
4 years, full-time | Options: Co-op
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Dr. Carlos Ormond
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Bachelor of Urban Forestry
Urban forests are essential for mitigating climate impacts, enhancing biodiversity, and improving community well-being, making the Bachelor’s in Urban Forestry ideal for those interested in sustainable urban planning and management.
Bachelor of Urban Forestry
4 years, full-time | Options: Co-op, Land One
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Dr. Andrew Almas
Applications now open