Researchers find caribou migration patterns are shrinking
Habitat loss and declining population affecting caribou travel between locations.
Robotics and AI used to advance wildfire, agricultural research
Drs. Mohamed Shehata and John Braun have launched a new research initiative that uses robotics and AI to tackle two of Canada’s most pressing challenges: wildfire mitigation and sustainable agriculture.
Dr. Bowen Hui awarded 2025 Killam Teaching Prize
The Killam Teaching Prize is awarded to a faculty member in recognition of their significant impact on the culture of teaching and learning at UBC Okanagan and beyond.
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.
