Programme dates
20-31 July 2026
In-person Program
FutureMed Academy: AI & Medicine for Tomorrow’s Innovators
FutureMed Academy explores how AI is changing medicine through ultrasound activities, chatbot testing, research discussions, and teaching from UBC medical experts.
Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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FutureMed Academy at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
High school students, Grades 10-12
Age range / Year group
Ages 15-18
Location / Region
UBC Vancouver campus, Vancouver, Canada
Cost
$1,940 CAD; $2,620 CAD
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In-person
Artificial IntelligenceMedicineEthics
Accommodation: Optional single campus residence room
Meals: Commuter lunch; residence full board
Certificate / Outcome: Letter of Completion
Campus experience: University preparation workshops; recreation; social activities
Tutors / faculty: UBC medical faculty; clinicians; medical students
Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday: 3-hour classes; 1.5-hour workshops; no homework
Residential support: 24/7 staff; 10-to-1 student-to-staff ratio
FutureMed Academy summary
FutureMed Academy combines medicine and AI through practical exploration of ultrasound, diagnostic chatbots, research, and ethical questions.
Teaching involves UBC medical faculty, clinicians, and medical students, alongside university preparation workshops.
It suits students testing an interest in healthcare technology through collaborative learning without exams or homework.
What is FutureMed Academy: AI & Medicine for Tomorrow’s Innovators?
FutureMed Academy is UBC Extended Learning’s summer course exploring the intersection of medicine and artificial intelligence. It forms part of UBC Future Global Leaders and combines foundational AI learning with hands-on healthcare activities.
Students try point-of-care ultrasound, test medical chatbots, and evaluate research papers while discussing ethics and bias. Morning academic classes lead into afternoon university preparation workshops, with teaching from UBC medical faculty, practicing clinicians, and medical students.
Why Succeed highlights FutureMed Academy
Ultrasound activities and chatbot testing make the relationship between AI and patient care concrete.
Research-paper evaluation and ethics discussions encourage students to question medical AI’s limitations.
Faculty, clinicians, and medical students offer several perspectives on medicine and health-sciences careers.
University preparation workshops connect subject exploration with the transition to higher education.
Who is FutureMed Academy for?
Best for
Students curious about both medicine and AI who enjoy practical experimentation and discussion.
Not ideal if
You want a graded research project or a direct university admissions pathway; this course emphasizes exploration without exams or homework.
Is FutureMed Academy worth it?
FutureMed is worth considering if you want to test whether healthcare technology interests you through practical activities and conversations with medical experts. Its combination of chatbot evaluation, ultrasound, and ethical discussion gives students several ways to explore the subject.
The strongest value lies in learning and reflection rather than an admissions advantage. UBC explicitly says Future Global Leaders is not a direct university pathway, so families should weigh the campus experience against the course fee and optional residence costs.
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Cost and what is included
$1,940 CAD; $2,620 CAD; includes Morning academic classes and afternoon university preparation workshops., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card with swimming and drop-in sports., On-campus afternoon activities., Residence add-on: private room and breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily., Residence add-on: airport transfers and evening and weekend activities., Residence add-on: local medical insurance for international students..
Accommodation
Optional single campus residence room
Meals
Commuter lunch; residence full board
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
2 weeks; UBC Vancouver campus, Vancouver, Canada.
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Effort level
Moderate, with structured weekday learning.
Best started
For a future session, begin family and travel planning several weeks before registration; allow longer for visas or accommodations.
Main challenge
Evaluating medical AI critically rather than accepting its answers at face value.
Typical preparation
Prepare questions about how AI can improve diagnosis and where it might introduce bias.
Arrange separate parent or guardian and student email addresses for the Family Account.
Plan to submit the information package within 48 hours of registration.
Discuss commuting, residence, medical coverage, and any accessibility needs with your family.
Useful if
You want to explore medicine, technology, and health-sciences careers.
What do students do on FutureMed Academy?
You explore how AI tools are being used in healthcare through practical activities, research evaluation, and discussion. Academic learning is paired with workshops that prepare students for university.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Build a foundation in AI, machine learning, and large language models.
- 2
Try point-of-care ultrasound and explore AI-assisted diagnostics.
- 3
Test medical chatbots and consider their strengths and limitations.
- 4
Evaluate research papers and discuss ethics, bias, and healthcare technology.
- 5
Join university preparation workshops and campus activities.
FutureMed Academy dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Programme dates | 20-31 July 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
High school students ages 15-18.
Designed for Grades 10-12.
Canadian and international students.
How much does FutureMed Academy cost?
Course fee
$1,940 CAD; $2,620 CAD — Canadian citizens/permanent residents; international students.
Funding or discounts
- Optional residence: $2,650 CAD — Single room, full board, transfers, and residential activities.
- UBC President Bursary: Full tuition — 2026 scheme for eligible BC students; meals and housing depend on the option.
What's included
Morning academic classes and afternoon university preparation workshops., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card with swimming and drop-in sports., On-campus afternoon activities., Residence add-on: private room and breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily., Residence add-on: airport transfers and evening and weekend activities., Residence add-on: local medical insurance for international students.
How to apply to FutureMed Academy
- 1
Review the eligibility requirements and Future Global Leaders refund policies.
- 2
Have a parent or guardian create a Family Account using their email address.
- 3
Add the student as a family member using a different email address.
- 4
Select the course session and commuter or residence option, then assign the student in the cart.
- 5
Complete checkout and select New Application in the Family Account.
- 6
Complete and submit the information package within 48 hours of registration.
- 7
Follow the student account and Campus-wide Login setup instructions.
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What does FutureMed Academy cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
AI foundations
Explore AI, machine learning, and large language models in healthcare.
Ultrasound and diagnostics
Try point-of-care ultrasound and investigate AI-assisted diagnosis.
Medical chatbots
Test diagnostic and treatment chatbots and examine their limitations.
Research and ethics
Evaluate medical AI research and discuss ethics, bias, and healthcare’s future.
University preparation
Attend workshops on university success, applications, study habits, and career planning.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on FutureMed Academy?
A typical day during the program.
Academic classes
Monday-Friday, 9 am-noon: three hours of academic learning.
Lunch
Noon-1:30 pm in the residence dining hall.
University preparation
Monday-Friday, 1:30-3 pm: 1.5 hours of university preparation workshops.
Campus activities
The sample timetable allocates 3:30-5 pm to activities, study, and free time.
Who teaches on FutureMed Academy?
Students learn directly from UBC Department of Medicine faculty and experts, practicing clinicians, and current medical students. University preparation lectures involve UBC instructors and professionals experienced in advising high school students.
Where do students stay on FutureMed Academy?
Residential plan
- Private residence room: Single furnished room on a mixed-gender floor with participants and student life assistants.
- Full board: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included on weekdays and weekends.
- Student life support: Staff provide support 24/7 with a 10-to-1 residence-student-to-staff ratio.
- Transfers and activities: Airport transfers, evening activities, and weekend excursions are included within the program arrangements.
Non-residential plan
- Commuter lunch: Lunch in the residence dining hall is included Monday-Friday.
- Daytime participation: Commuters can join afternoon campus activities and must depart by 5 pm.
- Travel arrangements: Families arrange their own accommodation and daily transportation.
Residence rooms have shared bathrooms and no air conditioning; commuter supervision is limited to daily in-class attendance checks.
What happens after FutureMed Academy?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Build foundational understanding of AI applications in healthcare.
Explore medicine and health-sciences careers.
Develop critical thinking about medical research and ethical questions.
Prepare for university through academic and application workshops.
Earn a Letter of Completion subject to attendance and conduct.
Participation is not a direct pathway into UBC or another university.
Where does FutureMed Academy take place?
FutureMed takes place on UBC’s Vancouver campus, where students can commute or stay in university residence. The campus has a central bus loop, recreation facilities, museums, and medical services; Vancouver International Airport is approximately a 30-minute drive away.
Residence airport transfers operate within designated Sunday arrival and Saturday departure windows.
FutureMed Academy FAQs
Students explore AI, machine learning, large language models, and their applications in healthcare. Activities include ultrasound, medical chatbot testing, research-paper evaluation, and discussions about ethics and bias.
Students learn from UBC Department of Medicine faculty and experts, practicing clinicians, and current medical students.
FutureMed has no exams or homework. Learning centers on collaborative activities, experimentation, questions, and discussion.
Academic classes run from 9 am to noon, followed by university preparation workshops from 1:30 to 3 pm, Monday through Friday. Campus activities follow in the afternoon.
Yes. Commuters arrange their own accommodation and transportation, while weekday lunch and a UBC Recreation Card are included.
Student life assistants provide support 24/7, with a 10-to-1 residence-student-to-staff ratio. Staff have first-aid, CPR-C, and AED certification and complete criminal records checks.
Students receive a Letter of Completion if they remain in good standing with program and conduct expectations and miss no more than one class without approval.
No. UBC Future Global Leaders is not a direct pathway into UBC or another university; it provides subject exploration, university preparation, and experience of university life.
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