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    UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini School
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    UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini School

    by UBC Future Global Leaders

    A psychology mini school exploring social bias, identity and inequality through theories, experiments, lab meetings and research demonstrations.

    Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini 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

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    PsychologySocial Sciences
    Accommodation: Optional single-room campus residence
    Meals: Commuter lunch; residence full board
    Certificate / Outcome: Letter of Completion
    Campus experience: Psychology lab meetings and demonstrations
    Tutors / faculty: Jessica Lee; Gabrielle Ibasco
    Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday; 4.5 class hours daily
    Residence support: 24/7 staff; 10-to-1 student-to-staff ratio

    UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini summary

    This UBC mini school examines how social biases and identities influence inequality, combining psychological theories and experiments with lab meetings and research demonstrations.

    Its strongest fit is a student considering psychology who wants to connect academic ideas with questions about inclusion and social change.

    What is UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini School?

    The UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini School is an academic option within UBC Extended Learning's Future Global Leaders program. It explores the origins and consequences of social biases, the influence of social identities, and approaches to greater inclusion.

    Students connect theories and experiments with psychology lab meetings and research demonstrations. The campus experience combines subject study with student life activities, offering a practical way to explore an interest in psychology and social change.

    Why Succeed highlights UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini

    • Lab meetings and research demonstrations give the academic content a concrete connection to psychology research.

    • The focus on bias, identity and inequality offers a clear subject direction for students interested in social change.

    • The named instructors bring research experience in social development, emotions and moral psychology.

    • The mini school introduces learning pathways and career opportunities alongside its academic material.

    Who is UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini for?

    Best for

    Students considering psychology who want to investigate social identity, inequality and inclusion through academic study and lab exposure.

    Not ideal if

    You want a direct university admissions pathway or prefer a lighter schedule without morning and afternoon classes.

    Is UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini worth it?

    The mini school is a strong option if your main goal is to test an interest in social psychology through university-level ideas and lab exposure. Its focused subject matter gives you more to reflect on than a general campus visit.

    The value depends on how closely that focus matches your interests and your family's budget. Treat the experience and Letter of Completion as evidence of exploration; participation does not provide a direct pathway to university admission.

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    Cost and what is included

    $2,110 CAD; $2,855 CAD; includes 45 hours of mini school classes., Psychology lab meetings and research demonstrations., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card with 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 transfers, evening and weekend activities., Residence add-on: local medical insurance for international students..

    Accommodation

    Optional single-room campus residence

    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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    How much preparation does UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high.

    Best started

    Begin family, budget and travel planning several weeks before a future session; allow longer for visa or accessibility arrangements.

    Main challenge

    Sustaining attention across morning and afternoon academic sessions.

    Typical preparation

    • Write down a few questions about social identity, bias or inequality to bring to class.

    • Decide whether commuting or residence best fits your family's needs.

    • Prepare separate parent or guardian and student email addresses for the Family Account.

    • Plan to complete the information package within 48 hours of registration.

    Useful if

    You want to test whether social psychology interests you.

    What do students do on UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini?

    You study how social biases and identities shape people's experiences, using theories and experiments to examine inequality and inclusion. Psychology lab meetings and research demonstrations connect those ideas with research practice.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Explore where social biases come from and how they change.

    2. 2

      Examine social identities involving gender, race and social class.

    3. 3

      Use theories and experiments to investigate inequality at interpersonal, organizational and societal levels.

    4. 4

      Take part in psychology lab meetings and research demonstrations.

    5. 5

      Consider inclusion interventions and possible psychology learning pathways.

    UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Programme dates

    3-14 August 2026

    Reference date

    Full fee payment

    1 May 2026

    2026 payment milestone; later registrations required full payment at checkout.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • High school students ages 15-18.

    • Completed grade 10 or equivalent.

    • Canadian and international students may participate.

    • Recommended: 78% average, 3.5 GPA, B average or IB 5.

    • English learners: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80 or equivalent recommended.

    How much does UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini cost?

    Mini school fee

    $2,110 CAD; $2,855 CAD — Canadian/permanent resident and international fees, respectively.

    Funding or discounts

    • Optional residence: $2,650 CAD — 2026 add-on with accommodation, full board and residence services.
    • Registration deposit: $500 CAD — 2026 payment option before the full-payment milestone.
    • UBC President Bursary: Needs-based support for eligible British Columbia grade 11 students.

    What's included

    45 hours of mini school classes., Psychology lab meetings and research demonstrations., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card with 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 transfers, evening and weekend activities., Residence add-on: local medical insurance for international students.

    How to apply to UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini

    1. 1

      Review the age, school-stage and recommended academic requirements.

    2. 2

      Have a parent or guardian create a Family Account using their own email address.

    3. 3

      Add the student to that account using a different email address.

    4. 4

      Add the mini school and your chosen commuter or residence option to the cart.

    5. 5

      Assign the student to the course and complete checkout.

    6. 6

      Select New Application in the Family Account and submit the information package within 48 hours.

    7. 7

      Follow the student's email instructions to set up their student account and Campus-wide Login.

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    What does UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Social biases

    Examine the origins, consequences and changing nature of social biases.

    Social identities

    Explore how gender, race and social class affect people's experiences.

    Inequality and inclusion

    Investigate inequality across social levels and interventions for greater inclusion.

    Psychology research

    Connect theories and experiments with lab meetings and research demonstrations.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini?

    A typical day during the program.

    Academic classes

    Monday-Friday, 9 am-noon: three hours of mini school classes.

    Academic classes

    Monday-Friday, 1:30-3 pm: another 1.5 hours of subject study.

    Campus activities

    The illustrative timetable reserves 3:30-5 pm for activities, study or free time.

    Residence activities

    Residence students have evening social activities, study and free time.

    Who teaches on UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini?

    Jessica Lee is a UBC doctoral student and researcher in the Social Cognitive Development Lab, studying children's understanding of social status and leadership. Gabrielle Ibasco is a UBC doctoral student and researcher in the Emotion and Self Lab / Centre of Applied Moral Psychology, studying emotions, beliefs and social identities.

    Where do students stay on UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini?

    Residential plan

    • Single residence room: The optional residence add-on provides a private furnished room with bedding.
    • Full board: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included daily, including weekends.
    • Residence support: Student life assistants provide 24/7 support with a 10-to-1 student-to-staff ratio.
    • Transfers and activities: The add-on includes scheduled airport transfers and evening and weekend activities.

    Non-residential plan

    • Daily commuting: Students may arrange their own accommodation and commute to campus on weekdays.
    • Lunch and recreation: Commuter students receive weekday lunch and a UBC Recreation Card.
    • Afternoon activities: Commuter students can join weekday campus activities before departing by 5 pm.

    Residence rooms are on mixed-gender floors with shared bathrooms; air conditioning is not provided. Commuter families arrange transportation, and UBC's supervision rules differ from those for residence students.

    What happens after UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Explore whether university psychology study matches your interests.

    Understand psychology learning pathways and career opportunities.

    Develop academic and social skills through university life.

    Receive a Letter of Completion when attendance and conduct requirements are met.

    Participation does not provide a direct pathway to UBC or another university.

    Where does UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini take place?

    Classes take place on the UBC Vancouver campus in British Columbia, Canada, where students can commute daily or choose campus residence. The campus is served by buses at the UBC Bus Loop, and Vancouver International Airport is approximately a 30-minute drive away.

    Residence airport transfers operate within specified Sunday arrival and Saturday departure windows.

    UBC Psychology of Social Groups Mini FAQs

    It examines social biases, how they develop and change, and how gender, race and social class shape social identities. Students use theories and experiments to explore inequality and approaches to greater inclusion.

    Yes. The mini school includes psychology lab involvement through lab meetings and research demonstrations.

    Yes. Students can commute daily or choose the optional residence add-on. Residence students have a private room on a mixed-gender floor with shared bathrooms.

    Commuter students receive weekday lunch. Residence students receive breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, including weekends; menus include vegan, vegetarian and Kosher options.

    Student life assistants live in residence and provide support 24/7, with a 10-to-1 residence student-to-staff ratio. Assistants have first aid, CPR-C and AED certification and enhanced criminal record checks.

    Students can receive a Letter of Completion by meeting program and conduct expectations and missing no more than one class without approval.

    No. Future Global Leaders is not a direct pathway to UBC or another university; its value is subject exploration, academic and social development, and experience of university life.

    No transcripts or proof of English are required for registration. A parent or guardian must create a Family Account, and the information package must be submitted within 48 hours of registration.

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