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University of British Columbia

The Faculty of Land and Food Systems (LFS) is where science meets society's urgent needs. Our students and faculty members use their diverse perspectives and experience to inspire their research. We work together to build resilient food systems, further sustainable agriculture, improve food security, promote healthier communities, and ensure the health and welfare of animals

 

LFS is dedicated to understanding the crucial connections between land, resources, environment and health. Our students develop positive solutions to pressing global challenges while building the foundations for a dynamic, change-making career in wide array of potential fields.

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LFS is a pioneering leader in researching key issues in food supply, health and nutrition, and sustainability and climate change. We work closely with community and industry partners to create real-world solutions to local and global challenges.

 

Our Vision is to balance our food systems and planetary health to create a better world. Our Mission is to develop change makers and leaders who improve global health through science, innovation and positive actions that recognize the critical connections between soil, plants, animals, humans and the environment.

Read more here.

 

Student in the LabUndergraduate

 

Connect your interests and passions to one of our four dynamic undergraduate programs. LFS undergrads work collaboratively to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Through hands-on, interdisciplinary study, you will discover how to engage confidently with issues from sustainability to climate change or from food security to animal welfare, fully preparing you for your future career path.

 

Browse our programs:

  • Applied Biology
  • Food, Nutrition and Health
  • Global Resource Systems
  • Food and Resource Economics

 

Read more about our undergraduate programs here.

 

Graduate Programs

 

Address, understand and rigorously pursue solutions to pressing global challenges via an LFS graduate program. You'll work with innovative faculty and inspiring peers in cutting-edge labs, well-equipped facilities and real-world settings. And while working on answers to some of the world's biggest issues, you'll actively progress towards a vital and rewarding career.

Browse our programs:

 

Research Based

  • Applied Animal Biology
  • Food Science
  • Human Nutrition
  • Integrated Studies in Land and Food Systems
  • Plant Science
  • Soil Science

Course Based

  • Master of Land and Water Systems
  • Master of Food Science
  • Master of Food and Resource Economics
  • Master of Nutrition and Dietetics

 

Read more about our graduate programs here.

 

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Certificate and Training Programs

Progress in your career by developing professional skills. Courses are taught by faculty members and industry experts.

 

Browse our programs:

  • Micro-certificate in Food Safety Management
  • Environmental Metrics for Sustainability Reporting
  • Packaging Leaders Training Program

Read more about our certificate and training programs here.

Students in LFS strive to address key global issues related to our food systems, global resources, economic prosperity, and the health of our planet.

If you are interested in applying, please view the admissions requirements to our site:

  • Undergraduate
  • Graduate
  • Certificate and Training Programs

Our alumni community creates solutions to local and global challenges.

 

Simran Panatch

For Simran Panatch, food is more than just something we feed our bodiesit is also a vessel for connection. This love of food has been a driving force in her academic and career pursuits, leading to her current role as the Managing Director of Athiana Acres, a 12-hectare regenerative farm in Steveston, Richmond.

 

Panatch (BSc FNH 2019) completeed her undergraduate degree in LFS, an experience she describes as transformative. During her studies, she spent semesters abroad at the University of Copenhagen and National University of Singapore, gaining an international perspective on food and health.

 

"Getting to try different cuisines and learn about food sciences in a different area was really interestingthe contrast of Europe and Southeast Asia and also my experience at UBC," recalls Panatch.

 

Read more about Simran's story here.

 

You can also browse through other alumni stories on our alumni profile page.

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