Programme dates
6-17 July 2026
In-person Program
UBC Physical Therapy Mini School: Empowering Movement, Inspiring Futures
Explore physical therapy through hands-on techniques, patient case studies and research lab visits, learning how science helps people improve movement and recover function.
Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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UBC Physical Therapy Mini School at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
High school; completed grade 10
Age range / Year group
Ages 15-18
Location / Region
UBC Vancouver campus, Vancouver, Canada
Cost
$2,110 CAD; $2,855 CAD
Duration
2 weeks
Format
In-person
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Accommodation: Optional single room; shared bathroom
Meals: Commuter lunch; residence full board
Certificate / Outcome: Letter of Completion
Campus experience: Physical therapy department and lab tours
Tutors / faculty: UBC professors and practicing physical therapists
Residence support: 24/7 staff; 10:1 student-to-staff ratio
Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday, 9 am-noon and 1:30-3 pm
UBC Physical Therapy Mini School summary
UBC's physical therapy mini school connects anatomy, physiology and medical terminology to the practical work of helping people move and recover.
Students practice techniques, discuss patient cases, visit research labs and learn from professors and practicing physical therapists.
Its strongest fit is career exploration: testing an interest in rehabilitation, sports medicine or kinesiology through active learning.
What is UBC Physical Therapy Mini School: Empowering Movement, Inspiring Futures?
The UBC Physical Therapy Mini School is a subject exploration program offered through UBC Extended Learning's Future Global Leaders on-campus program. It introduces human anatomy, physiology and medical terminology through interactive lessons focused on physical therapy applications.
Students practice techniques and work through patient cases involving sports injuries, pediatric care, stroke recovery and chronic disease management. Department and research lab tours, conversations with professionals and guidance on health sciences pathways connect the classroom experience to further study and careers.
Why Succeed highlights UBC Physical Therapy Mini School
Hands-on techniques make the connection between biological science and rehabilitation easier to test.
Cases across sports injuries, pediatric care, stroke recovery and chronic disease reveal the profession's breadth.
Teaching combines UBC academic expertise with the experience of practicing physical therapists.
Department and research lab tours give students context beyond a classroom introduction.
Who is UBC Physical Therapy Mini School for?
Best for
Students curious about physical therapy, sports medicine or kinesiology who want to connect science with practical rehabilitation cases.
Not ideal if
You need a direct university admission pathway or prefer a light schedule with little daytime classroom commitment.
Is UBC Physical Therapy Mini School worth it?
The mini school offers a useful way to test whether rehabilitation interests you before choosing a study pathway. Techniques, patient cases and research visits provide different perspectives on a profession that combines science with helping people.
Its value depends on whether you want that focused exploration enough to justify the family budget and travel planning. UBC Future Global Leaders is not a direct pathway to university admission, so the strongest return is clearer subject understanding and a more informed next step.
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Cost and what is included
$2,110 CAD; $2,855 CAD; includes Morning and afternoon mini school classes., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card for swimming and drop-in sports., Weekday afternoon student life activities., Residence add-on: private room and daily breakfast, lunch and dinner., Residence add-on: airport pickup and drop-off within designated windows., Residence add-on: weeknight and weekend activities., Residence add-on: international student medical insurance and visa-related custodianship if required..
Accommodation
Optional single room; shared bathroom
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
Substantial daytime commitment.
Best started
Allow several weeks before a confirmed session, and longer for travel, visas or accessibility arrangements.
Main challenge
Sustaining attention across morning and afternoon science classes.
Typical preparation
Review basic anatomy and physiology, then prepare questions about physical therapy work.
Plan the commuter or residence option with a parent or guardian.
Bring a laptop or tablet and complete the student account and Campus-wide Login setup.
After registration, submit the information package within 48 hours and record dietary or accessibility needs.
Useful if
You want to test an interest in rehabilitation careers.
What do students do on UBC Physical Therapy Mini School?
Students connect foundational science to rehabilitation through interactive lessons, technique practice and patient case discussions. Visits and professional conversations help them understand where physical therapists work and how further study could lead into the field.
Step-by-step process
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Explore anatomy, physiology and medical terminology through physical therapy applications.
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Practice physical therapy techniques in a supportive learning environment.
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Work through cases covering injuries, pediatric care, stroke recovery and chronic disease.
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Tour the Department of Physical Therapy and research labs.
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Meet professionals and discuss university admissions and health sciences career pathways.
UBC Physical Therapy Mini School 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 | 6-17 July 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
High school students ages 15-18.
Completed grade 10 or equivalent.
Canadian and international students may participate.
Recommended academics: 78%, 3.5 GPA, B average or IB 5+.
Recommended English: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80 or equivalent.
No admission application, transcripts or English proof required.
Parent or guardian must create the Family Account.
Submit the information package within 48 hours of registration.
How much does UBC Physical Therapy Mini School cost?
Mini school fee
$2,110 CAD — Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Funding or discounts
- International mini school fee: $2,855 CAD — International students.
- Optional residence add-on: $2,650 CAD — Private room, full board, transfers and additional activities.
- UBC President Bursary: Needs-based support — For eligible grade 11 British Columbia students demonstrating financial need.
What's included
Morning and afternoon mini school classes., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card for swimming and drop-in sports., Weekday afternoon student life activities., Residence add-on: private room and daily breakfast, lunch and dinner., Residence add-on: airport pickup and drop-off within designated windows., Residence add-on: weeknight and weekend activities., Residence add-on: international student medical insurance and visa-related custodianship if required.
How to apply to UBC Physical Therapy Mini School
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Review program eligibility and the commuter or residence refund policy.
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Select the mini school session and accommodation option in the course cart.
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Have a parent or guardian create or sign into the UBC Family Account.
- 4
Add the student as a family member using a separate primary email address.
- 5
Assign the student to the selected session and complete checkout.
- 6
Select New Application in the Family Account and submit the information package within 48 hours.
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Follow the student's account and Campus-wide Login setup instructions.
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What does UBC Physical Therapy Mini School cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Anatomy and physiology
Explore human anatomy, physiology and medical terminology through physical therapy applications.
Physical therapy techniques
Practice physical therapy techniques in a supportive, hands-on learning environment.
Patient case studies
Work through sports injuries, pediatric care, stroke recovery and chronic disease management cases.
Research and professional practice
Visit research labs and meet physical therapists working in hospitals, clinics and sports teams.
Health sciences pathways
Explore university admissions and potential learning and career pathways in health sciences.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on UBC Physical Therapy Mini School?
A typical day during the program.
Morning classes
Three hours of mini school learning each weekday.
Lunch and afternoon classes
Lunch runs noon-1:30 pm, followed by class from 1:30-3 pm.
Campus activities
The sample schedule includes campus activities, study time and free time.
Residence activities
The sample schedule offers social activities, study time and free time for residence students.
Who teaches on UBC Physical Therapy Mini School?
The teaching team combines UBC professors and practicing physical therapists, with Janice Eng named as course advisor and instructor. Other named instructors are Teresa Liu-Ambrose, Marc Rizzardo, Courtney Pollock, Marie Westby, Bev Larssen and Kaya Yoshida, whose experience spans healthy aging, sports therapy, rehabilitation and movement research.
Where do students stay on UBC Physical Therapy Mini School?
Residential plan
- Private furnished room: Single rooms include a twin XL bed, desk, chair, lamp and bedding, with two laundry loads included.
- Full board and dietary options: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily, with vegan, vegetarian and Kosher options.
- Residence welfare support: Student life assistants provide 24/7 support with a 10-to-1 residence student-to-staff ratio.
- Transfers and social activities: The residence package includes airport transfers within designated windows and evening and weekend activities.
Non-residential plan
- Weekday lunch and recreation: Commuters receive weekday dining hall lunch, a UBC Recreation Card and optional afternoon activities.
- Commuting and supervision: Families arrange daily travel, and UBC monitors commuter attendance during class rather than providing residence supervision.
Residence rooms are on mixed-gender floors with shared bathrooms; students bring their own towel, and air conditioning and fans are not provided.
What happens after UBC Physical Therapy Mini School?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
A Letter of Completion when attendance and conduct requirements are met.
A clearer understanding of physical therapy and rehabilitation careers.
Exposure to professionals working in hospitals, clinics and sports teams.
Guidance on university admissions and health sciences learning pathways.
Firsthand experience of university study and campus life.
UBC Future Global Leaders is not a direct pathway to UBC or another university.
Where does UBC Physical Therapy Mini School take place?
Classes take place at the UBC Vancouver campus in British Columbia, Canada, with visits to the Department of Physical Therapy and research labs. Regular buses serve the central UBC Bus Loop, while Vancouver International Airport is about a 30-minute drive from campus.
Residence airport transfers operate within designated Sunday arrival and Saturday departure windows.
UBC Physical Therapy Mini School FAQs
Students explore human anatomy, physiology and medical terminology through physical therapy applications. Patient cases include sports injuries, pediatric care, stroke recovery and chronic disease management.
UBC professors and practicing physical therapists teach the mini school. Named instructors include Janice Eng, Teresa Liu-Ambrose, Marc Rizzardo, Courtney Pollock, Marie Westby, Bev Larssen and Kaya Yoshida.
Yes. Students can commute daily or choose the optional residence package. Commuter students receive weekday lunch and a UBC Recreation Card.
The residence option includes a private room, full board, airport transfers, evening and weekend activities, and a UBC Recreation Card. International residence students receive local medical insurance and custodianship if required for a visa.
Students receive a Letter of Completion if they remain in good standing with program and conduct expectations and do not miss more than one class without approval.
No. UBC Future Global Leaders is not a direct pathway to UBC or another university. It provides subject exploration, university experience and opportunities to develop academic and social skills.
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 certifications and undergo criminal record checks.
Students should bring their own laptop or tablet. They also need to set up a UBC Campus-wide Login to access program materials and campus Wi-Fi.
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