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Creating solutions for an everchanging world. 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.

Future Students

The Faculty of Land and Food Systems at UBC is where you’ll uncover your interests and get connected with the global issues that matter to you most.

Research

We take an interdisciplinary approach to investigating and solving problems, because today’s problems are complex. Working through them involves many different areas of expertise.

Continuing Education

Advance your career, upgrade your skills. Flexible micro-courses, micro-certificate programs and seminars to support lifelong learners.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Indigeneity

By listening and learning from different perspectives, we aim to build pathways for transformation and continuous improvement.

Student Services

Undergraduate students can access academic advising, career and other support services in a welcoming and respectful environment.

News Stories

Flavour of the Month: Matcha

We asked Jenny Kim, our 2024-2025 LFS|US president, for her favourite flavour! Jenny is in her final year in our Global Resource System (GRS) program. Read more about her highlights in LFS and top tips for new LFS students.

Flavour of the Month: Matcha

Events to commemorate Orange Shirt Day 2024

From cattle emissions to carbon sinks: agricultural research receives major funding

Appointment of Dr. David Kitts as Dean pro tem

Killam Postdoctoral Fellow looks for agriculture solutions at the molecular level

Carbs: An Athlete’s Best Friend