Dr. Lael Parrott appointed Dean, Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science
Building on her tenure as Dean pro tem, Dr. Lael Parrott will provide leadership and strategic vision in the Faculty of Science while advancing research excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and student success in her five-year term as Dean.
Reducing the side effects of cancer therapy
Dr. Christina Haston, a professor of medical physics, leads a research cluster that is advancing personalized radiation therapy while empowering undergraduate researchers.
Read more about biology student Anita Perazzo’s journey into research.
Governor General Gold Medal for Academic Excellence
Congratulations Dr. Melanie Dickie, recipient of UBCO’s 2025 Governor General Gold Medal for Academic Excellence!
Wildfire Research
The Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science is home to several research and education programs designed in anticipation of, and response to, increasingly impactful wildfires.
Featured Degrees
Bachelor of Sustainability (BSust)
The Bachelor of Sustainability inspires students to understand and address complex environmental issues by integrating knowledge from different disciplines with hands-on and community-based learning.
NEW: Master of Biotechnology (MBtec)
A course-based Master’s program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the Biotechnology industry.
Academic Departments
The Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science is organized into four departments that are responsible for the programs offered by our Faculty.
