Re-routing to the Right FitStudent HanCanada 2+2 International Undergraduate Program

From an Initial UBC Program to the Target Major at Junior Level

A U.K. public-school graduate held a UBC offer but not in the desired major. After 19 courses (57 credits) at Alexander College with a GPA of 3.7, they transferred into the junior year of UBC's Faculty of Science.

Student Background

High School
U.K. public high school graduate
Earlier Offer
UBC admission (non-target major)

Domestic Phase

At Alexander College, Student Han completed 19 credit courses (57 credits) with a GPA of 3.7, methodically taking the prerequisites required for transfer into the UBC Faculty of Science — ultimately gaining admission to the target major.

19

Courses Taken

57

Credits Earned

3.7

Domestic GPA

Admission Results

UniversityFaculty / ProgramStatus
University of British Columbia (Vancouver)Faculty of Science (junior entry)Admitted
University of AlbertaFaculty of ScienceAdmitted

Key Takeaway

When an existing offer is not in the target major, this program offers a dependable route to re-align major choice — trading strong domestic performance for a junior-year seat in the intended program.

This admissions case reflects an actual student's path; name and selected details have been anonymized. Past admissions do not constitute any commitment regarding future applicants.