Are you interested in the environmental sciences? Think that tackling climate change could be in your future? Inspired to study in a place that prioritizes social justice, inclusion, and social responsibility? Choosing an undergraduate degree from the Faculty of Forestry could be your next important step! 

A bachelor’s degree in Forestry offers so many learning choices – from the latest innovation in biofuels, to hands-on learning in the forest to sustainably managing ecosystems – just to name a few. And not only do our graduates go on to have careers that make a difference in the world but they have some of the highest employment rates in the university. 

Browse through our program options below and be sure to get in touch with our award-winning Student Services team so they can walk you through your exciting future! 

Forest Bioeconomy Sciences & Technology

Forest Bioeconomy Sciences & Technology

Develop scientific solutions to the current climate crisis. Discover how the fundamental sciences drive the innovation of sustainable bioproducts and biofuels. Learn quantitative tools to measure environmental impacts and the sustainability of new products and practices.

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

Minor in Commerce
Forestry

Forestry

Learn how to responsibly 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 (both global and local) 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 stewardship.

  • 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’ social 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 our undergraduate students.

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