---
title: University of British Columbia
description: Public research university in Vancouver with comprehensive arts faculty
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/university-of-british-columbia'
type: organization
createdAt: '2025-12-10'
updatedAt: '2026-09-06'
organizationType: School / university
location: 'Vancouver, BC, Canada'
website: 'https://www.ubc.ca'
yearFounded: 1908
---

# University of British Columbia

*School / university • Vancouver, BC, Canada*

## About

Public research university in Vancouver with comprehensive arts faculty

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a public research university in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Founded in 1908, the Faculty of Arts is the largest faculty at UBC, offering over 90 programs including visual arts, art history, theatre, film, and music. It emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, research, and community engagement.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1908
- **Address:** 2329 West Mall - Sme:Ntásəm, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada
- **Website:** https://www.ubc.ca
- **Social Media:** instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ubc_arts/, twitter: https://twitter.com/UBCarts, facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UBCArts/

## Programs

View current programs from University of British Columbia on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/university-of-british-columbia