Looking for an education that will prepare you to make a difference in your community, country and the world?
Global in scope and interdisciplinary in nature, UBC’s Global Resource Systems (GRS) allows you to gain an understanding of natural and agricultural resources from an international perspective. The Bachelor of Science degree in GRS enables you to determine your own academic path. You will develop a holistic understanding of global resource issues by exploring courses from a wide array of disciplines, and gain an integrated educational experience that emphasizes experiential learning related to global issues.
Specializations
Global Resource Systems (GRS) is a program that can be customized to your interests by choosing both a ‘resource’ and a ‘regional’ specialization. For the resource specialization, you may focus on global health, international development, agricultural sustainability, and several other compelling options. Additionally, you will develop cross-cultural sensitivity and real-world experience by focusing on a region. Read more about these options below and career possibilities for when you graduate.
Meet Our Community
Jason Pang
Bachelor of Science in Global Resource Systems
Customized for GRS students
I hope to support businesses in their transition to a low carbon, resource-efficient, and socially-inclusive economy.
Brennen Gilbert
Bachelor of Science in Global Resource Systems
Environmental Sustainability
The amount of personal growth I’ve witnessed, both in myself and others, since joining this community is unbelievable.
Ainsley MacDougall
Bachelor of Science in Global Resource Systems
Food and Resource Economics
Classes are where I gain invaluable knowledge and make connections, but extracurricular activities have given me the leadership and organizational skills I take into all aspects of my life.