Overview

The High Performance Buildings programme at the University of British Columbia offers a transformative educational experience for architects and engineers looking to lead in a rapidly evolving sector. This interdisciplinary degree bridges the gap between technical building expertise and high-level business management. Students gain the skills necessary to design sustainable structures that reduce environmental impact while improving user experience.

Why High Performance Buildings at University of British Columbia?

The University of British Columbia is globally recognised for its commitment to climate action and excellence in applied sciences. Students benefit from a unique partnership between the Faculty of Applied Science and the UBC Sauder’s Robert H. Lee Graduate School. This collaboration ensures that graduates possess both the technical mastery of green building design and the commercial acumen required to lead multidisciplinary teams. The curriculum is deeply rooted in a vibrant research ecosystem, providing access to world-class faculty and industry luminaries who are pioneers in regenerative design and energy modelling.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 68072 per year
National fee: CAD 32913 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of sustainable energy and building performance through a project-centric approach. Modules may include:

Green Building Design
Energy Modelling
Regenerative Design
Business Strategy
Operations
Project Management
Leadership
Sustainable Energy

Careers with High Performance Buildings

Graduates of this programme are highly sought after by both government agencies and private industry for their ability to speak the languages of both engineering and business. The degree serves as a catalyst for professional reinvention, with a significant majority of alumni ascending to senior leadership roles or pivoting into new sectors within the building industry. Common career paths include roles in sustainable development, energy consultancy, and project leadership within progressive architectural and engineering firms. The programme's focus on interpersonal skills and management ensures that graduates are prepared to implement innovative ideas in commercial and residential building projects globally.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Green Building Contemporary Practice

Building Energy Systems and the Indoor Environment

Organizational Leadership

Strategy & Innovation

Analytics & Interpretation for Applied Sciences

Whole Building Modelling and Simulation

Greening an Existing Building

Business Acumen for Technical Leaders

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-25 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Vancouver, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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65

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants are advised to use the online application system. Learn more about application fees, payment methods, and application fee waivers.

A statement of interest is an important part of most graduate school applications. It may also be called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application.

All students who are enrolled in programs that include a practicum component involving work with children or vulnerable adults will have to undergo a criminal record check before they will be permitted to register in the practicum.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

68072 CAD / year

≈ 68072 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

32913 CAD / year

≈ 32913 CAD / year

Living costs

Vancouver

Canada

1590 - 2686 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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