Location was a big factor. The better weather, closeness to downtown played a major role. UBC being pretty reputed and the quality academic faculty made me very inclined towards this degree.
Course Curriculum :
Course load is well distributed and taught very well by the faculty. Assignments are assigned at regular time periods
Exams :
I had to write a couple of essays and 2 LOR. Mentioning in detail what inspires me and drives me really helped me a lot. Being passionate about my field and thorough about it was a good impression. Lors were written by my teachers. Essays had a very personal touch and exemplified the content.
Placement :
Co-op opportunities are great and really amazing work opportunities can be found downtown as well.
Internship :
Not yet
Events :
Campus life and extracurricular activities are very engaging and participative. They occur on regular basis and receptive in every way.
Fees :
Around $50000
Scholarship :
I received the Outstanding Student scholarship for $15000 and was considered for it by the university itself.
Faculty :
Faculty to student ratio varies from lectures. The faculty is very approachable through assigned office hours.
Hostel :
On-campus housing is very good, hospitable and honestly, it feels very important to experience that. Infrastructure is very good and there is always help available.