1. As a The University of British Columbia International Student

If you are currently enrolled as a UBC International Student:

a) Fill out the HGI Registration Form.
b) Register for the course directly through the UBC Student Service Centre (SSC).
c) Pay UBC tuition and other applicable fees.

2. As an International University/College Student not from The University of British Columbia

If you are an international student/non-resident of Canada at university/college in Canada or university outside of Canada, and would like to receive university credit for the HGI course(s) you are registering for:

a) Fill out the HGI Registration Form.
b) To ensure that the UBC credits you earn will be transferred back to your home university, meet with an academic advisor at your home university to obtain a letter of permission confirming course credit transfer.
c) Proceed to the UBC Non-Degree Studies webpage, follow the directions for applying to become a UBC Visiting Student. Additional information specific to applying for HGI courses are provided in the attached Guide for Visiting Students.
d) Pay UBC tuition and other applicable fees.

3. General Interest For-Credit

If you are not currently enrolled at a university or college, are a non-resident of Canada and would like to receive university credit for your HGI course(s):

a) Fill out the HGI Registration Form.
b) Proceed to the UBC Non-Degree Studies webpage, follow the directions for applying to become a UBC Access or Unclassified Student. Additional information specific to applying for HGI courses are provided in the attached Guide for Access Students and Guide for Unclassified Students.
c) Pay UBC tuition and other applicable fees.

4. General Interest Not-For-Credit/Auditing

If you would like to take the course(s) not for credit you have the option to audit the course(s). When a participant decides to audit a HGI course we expect that the individual will fully participate in the class (e.g., completing the required readings, assignments and contributing to classroom discussions and group work).

Haida Gwaii Institute courses aim to be interactive and experiential rather than heavily lecture based. HGI strives to create a safe space to foster connection and build a community of learners, and student participation is an important element for this. Every student is expected to contribute and be prepared to meaningfully discuss content and materials.

You can read more about the UBC policy on auditing courses here: https://students.ubc.ca/enrolment/courses/auditing-courses, as Haida Gwaii Institute’s policies align with UBC’s policies.

Individuals who are considering auditing a course are encouraged to reach out to HGI (hg.institute@ubc.ca) to discuss expectations and requirements.