Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

Working on your thesis? This session will review the UBC formatting and submission requirements and include: Planning ahead Thesis formatting requirements Electronic submission of theses Facilitators Nick Rizzo, Senior Thesis/Information Clerk, Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Karol Pasciano, Thesis/Information Clerk, Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Registration Information General registration opens on Monday, September 9th […]

Some course-based Master’s programs are designed to prepare students for specific career paths; others equip students with skills that can be applied in multiple career options. Either way, students may find themselves wondering how to identify possible career options. This session will provide strategies for identifying possible career paths, and assessing those options, as well […]

Are you in the midst of writing your thesis? Are there images or portions of published manuscripts you are planning to use in your thesis?  Do you have concerns over how copyright laws could delay your thesis submission? In this session you will learn: to examine your thesis for copyright compliance the laws relating to […]

In this workshop, you will learn: Goal Setting and Planning: How to set realistic writing goals and create a flexible yet effective writing schedule. Writing Strategies: Techniques to overcome writer's block, maintain focus, and increase productivity. Time Management: Tips for balancing writing with other academic and personal responsibilities. Self-Motivation and Accountability: Methods to stay motivated […]

This interactive workshop will be facilitated by staff members of UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies and Counselling Services to assist graduate students in building strong working relationships with their supervisor and committee members to support their progress through their graduate programs. Become aware of conversation skills and tools to support a positive relationship with your […]

Many graduate students feel unsure how to describe their skills and competencies to non-academic employers. This workshop will address questions about: Highlighting accomplishments, transferable skills, and appeal to non-academic employers Strategies for looking for work and approaches to access the hidden job market. Informational interviews, and how they can help with the job search Finding […]

Are you interested in research, collaboration, and study opportunities in Japan? Funding opportunities are available to all fields (social-sciences, humanities, STEM, multi-disciplinary) for research at all Japanese Universities and public research institutions. Students enrolled in any undergraduate program (Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship and the JET Program) Students enrolled in any graduate program (Summer Program) Students […]

Graduate students today have a plethora of academic and professional obligations as well as opportunities they may engage in during their graduate journey. There are also many ways to define success both within and after graduate school. How do you choose which opportunities to take advantage of? Are you setting yourself up to succeed in […]

In today's world of work, having a professional LinkedIn profile can be a strong asset for job searching and networking. This session will provide suggestions and guidelines for digital networking and using LinkedIn as a career development tool. It will cover the following questions: Why use LinkedIn? How to create a strong profile? How to […]