UBC’s Free Online Courses: What You Need to Know

Want to learn something new without breaking the bank? The University of British Columbia (UBC) is offering over 60 free courses this spring through edX

UBC Online courses

Want to learn something new without breaking the bank? The University of British Columbia (UBC) is offering over 60 free courses this spring through edX, covering a wide range of subjects from business to science to creative writing.

Why Take These Courses?

Learn at your own pace – No deadlines or pressure!
No tuition fees – Courses are free to audit.
Taught by UBC professors – Get expert knowledge without the cost.


Top Free Courses Available Now

Introduction to Marketing – Learn about brand strategy and market research.
Biospecimen Research Methods – Get insights into biological specimen collection.
Worldbuilding for Video Games – Explore game design and storytelling.
Excel for Everyone: Core Foundations – Improve your data management skills.


How to Enroll

Go to edX.org, pick a course, and start learning today!

shadesofyvr

More Articles

Never miss a thing!

Subscribe and get freshly baked articles. Join the community!

Join the newsletter to receive the latest updates in your inbox.

Featured Articles

A Read More

YVR InsightOctober 9, 2026

A Permanent Filipino Cultural Centre Is on the Table in Vancouver — Here’s Where Things Stand

A $15M election pledge puts a permanent Filipino Cultural Centre back in the spotlight, with an interim space at Library Square opening soon.

T Read More

Creative SpotlightOctober 9, 2026

The East Van Cross Has a Creator: Ken Lum and the Story Behind Vancouver’s Favourite Sign

From graffiti warning to Best Public Art winner, artist Ken Lum’s East Van Cross is on earrings, candles and beer cans. Here’s the story behind it.

K Read More

YVR guideOctober 9, 2026

Kavita’s Rajasthan Dinner Is Your Next Mount Pleasant Food Plan

Fresh off a Michelin Bib Gourmand, Mount Pleasant’s Kavita hosts a family-style Rajasthani dinner on October 21 with guest chef Tushar Shroff.