The Faculty of Forestry undergraduate degree programs provide students with a well-rounded theoretical and practical education – blending indoor and outdoor lab components, and interactive learning experiences.

If you have an interest in how renewable resources can provide sustainable alternatives for a bright future – find your belonging at UBC Forestry.

  • Research biofuels and other bio-alternatives for a sustainable future
  • Discover new building and manufacturing opportunities using renewable resources
  • Learn to manage forest ecosystems and understand the impact of climate change, pollution, disease, and other stressors
Forest Bioeconomy Sciences & Technology

Forest Bioeconomy Sciences & Technology

Gain a deep understanding of the bioeconomy by learning about sustainable alternatives and solutions that reduce our reliance on a fossil fuel economy.

  • Bachelor of Science in Forest Bioeconomy Sciences and Technology (BEST)

Minor in Commerce
Forestry

Forestry

Learn how to manage the biological, physical, and social fundamentals of forestry that are relevant in any ecosystem and political jurisdiction.

  • Bachelor of Science in Forestry
Major in Forest Resources Management or Major in Forest Operations
Minor in Commerce
Forest Sciences

Forest Sciences

Discover how to sustain the biological diversity of our forests while meeting our resource needs. Learn how plants and animals in forest ecosystems react to insects and disease, climate change, pollution, harvesting, and recreational use.

  • Bachelor of Science in Forest Sciences
Specialization in International Forestry
Natural Resources Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Develop the skills to play an active role in protecting and managing our natural environment, such as wildlife, forests, rivers, oceans and land.

  • Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Conservation
Major in Global Perspectives or Major in Science & Management

Wood Products Processing

This award-winning program is a fusion of science, engineering and business. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of wood science, business and advanced manufacturing operations.

  • Bachelor of Science in Wood Products Processing
Minor in Commerce
Urban Forestry

Urban Forestry

Learn how to plan and manage urban green-spaces and ecosystems for human welfare, ecological health, and protection of our cities’ support systems.

  • Bachelor of Urban Forestry
Minor in Urban Green-Space Management or Minor in Landscape & Recreation Planning
Elevate Your Degree

Elevate Your Degree

UBC Forestry strongly believes in providing unique professional and experiential learning opportunities for all of our undergraduate students.

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