- Check your course syllabus to see what options you have.
- Learn what to do if you need to miss class due to an illness.
- Apply for an academic concession through your faculty.
- Faculty of Arts and Social Science
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
- Faculty of Management
- School of Health and Exercise Sciences
- School of Nursing
- School of Engineering
- Graduate students can speak to their program advisor or supervisor
Support for unanticipated circumstances
Courses, assignments, and exams
Mental and physical health
- Call or chat with a crisis responder 24/7.
- Access 24/7 mental health counselling using Here2Talk.
- Book an appointment with a healthcare professional at the Student Health Clinic.
- Access UBC Counselling for wellbeing support that meets your needs.
- Connect with a spirituality or faith group through a Spiritual and Multi-Faith Services chaplain at UBC.
Financial support
- See if you’re eligible for emergency funding.
- Email Admissions & Awards about your financial support options.
Sexual assault support
- Contact our Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Office (SVPRO) on campus for support.
Visas and study or work permits
- Check out the International Student Guide.
- Connect with an International Student Advisor.
Indigenous Student Supports
Indigenous Student Advisors are here to support undergraduate and graduate First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students experiencing unanticipated circumstances.
- Connect with an Indigenous Student Advisor to explore academic options, financial resources and other supports.