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Hi all
it is time to start a new thread, best of luck to all of us,,,,
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Yep, what year are you in hasan? Do you go to UBC?
 
Yay for more seats this year. Good luck to us all! Remember, the application will be available in November 2010.
 
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I can't wait until November, I just want to get the application process over with. All the anticipation was stressful enough last year.
 
It was stressful for me just to read the UBC 2010 thread. Good luck this year lllix!
 
Based on threads from previous years, it looks like the application actually comes out before November, around 3rd week of October? So....stay tuned and definitely check the site before November hits.
 
Have you guys already taken the PCAT? I'm studying my butt off for the october one :(
 
bootbootcar said:
Have you guys already taken the PCAT? I'm studying my butt off for the october one :(
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Hey me too, Are you using Kaplan only? I am struggling with Quantitative reasoning section, it seems Kaplan is not enough for this section! are you using other sources?
 
hasan said:
Hey me too, Are you using Kaplan only? I am struggling with Quantitative reasoning section, it seems Kaplan is not enough for this section! are you using other sources?
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Yeah, right now I'm only using Kaplan. I did pretty good on the quantitative part on the diagnostics test so I haven't really looked into that section yet.
 
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slightly off topic:
How do you guys feel about enetering the pharmacy program considering the US seems to be saturated with pharmacists?

Is the job market still good in BC?
And will it continue to be good once UBC increasses their enrollment (atleast 50 for seats correct?)
 
I just hope that the increase in seats doesn't lead to a crazy amount of increase in applicants.

I'm actually studying for the PCAT too although I've kinda hit a slump with Ochem since I'm still in first year. Although I was told that the Ochem on the PCAT is super basic.
 
hey guys!

I'm also applying for the 2011 cycle and I was just wondering who you guys are planning to get your reference letters from?
 
Flyndance said:
hey guys!

I'm also applying for the 2011 cycle and I was just wondering who you guys are planning to get your reference letters from?
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I also have this same question. My options are: university professor (who has known me for about 1.5 years), a pharmacy manager who I volunteered for (known for about 5 months), a pharmacy owner/pharmacist who I have volunteered for (known for about 5 months), and finally a highschool principal (known for about 15 years, I went back and volunteered there also). I was thinking maybe I should ask them all to write me a reference letter and then pick two.
 
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wow you guys made the thread already?!
i made the one for 2010 applicants. haha.
 
anyone know when august pcat scores will reach van?

really just wanted to bump.
 
So what, who cares when the thread is made... its going to be made eventually. Your post was not necessary.

bebeLnJ said:
wow you guys made the thread already?!
i made the one for 2010 applicants. haha.
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Roid said:
So what, who cares when the thread is made... its going to be made eventually. Your post was not necessary.
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Good job being a jerk on the first page of this thread.
 
OMG Im shaking IM SOOOO SCARED, like I can't live without these forums... HAHAH... I've been reported to the Mods, big whoop I really don't care. I can speak my mind if I want... and I don't care if you like it or not.

UBCmicrobi said:
You've just been reported to the moderators.
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Roid said:
OMG Im shaking IM SOOOO SCARED, like I can't live without these forums... HAHAH... I've been reported to the Mods, big whoop I really don't care. I can speak my mind if I want... and I don't care if you like it or not.
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riiight. which is why you deleted your post. Not trying to scare you. Just alerting you to the fact that your comments and behavior are against the SDN terms of service.
 
Perhaps this exchange would work better by PM so you guys don't take up too many posts with this discussion.
Otherwise, please keep things civil and enjoy the thread.
 
Farmercyst said:
Perhaps this exchange would work better by PM so you guys don't take up too many posts with this discussion.
Otherwise, please keep things civil and enjoy the thread.
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Sorry? I'm not here to argue with anyone. Just waiting for the mods to do their job. But I agree with the sentiment of keeping things civil (hence why myself and others alerted roid that his behavior was not acceptable here)
 
Paid the 20 bucks and got my August PCAT score -- 91 percentile composite. Chemistry and Biology saved my horrible English scores (99 and 91 percentile compared to 76 Verbal and 58 reading comprehension).
I have about a 78 pre-req average and 83 overall, hope it all adds up to an acceptance.

I'm also a 4th year life science student at UBC, finishing my BSc this year.
 
I am applying this year as well. I paid for the scores too lol. I got 98 on the PCAT.I completed my first year pre reqs in Science and then switched into Commerce. I finished my degree in Commerce last year.

tarnc said:
Paid the 20 bucks and got my August PCAT score -- 91 percentile composite. Chemistry and Biology saved my horrible English scores (99 and 91 percentile compared to 76 Verbal and 58 reading comprehension).
I have about a 78 pre-req average and 83 overall, hope it all adds up to an acceptance.

I'm also a 4th year life science student at UBC, finishing my BSc this year.
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I just want to inform everyone that they only look at pre-req average... I think? The website said nothing about calculating your average based on other non-related courses

I'm gambling on the Jan PCAT since I'm a first year student ^_^
Hope I get like a 85% or something
 
Roid said:
So what, who cares when the thread is made... its going to be made eventually. Your post was not necessary.
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wth is your problem? I was just making a comment.
funny how you have already finished a degree, yet still have less maturity than a 2nd year university student. ha :laugh:
 
Roid said:
OMG Im shaking IM SOOOO SCARED, like I can't live without these forums... HAHAH... I've been reported to the Mods, big whoop I really don't care. I can speak my mind if I want... and I don't care if you like it or not.
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You really have some growing up to do
 
Stick to the thread like the MOD said if you want to TRY insulting me PM me instead.. So these ppl reading don't have to see all this.
OhIEat said:
You really have some growing up to do
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lol keeping us in line is how the mods moderate here? How about banning the person who violated the terms of service when he used offensive language ("******ed")?
 
anyone received scores in mail today?
 
I bought my score online, but I believe they should be in your mail box end of this month of beginning of October. Good luck everyone! :)
 
Just a quick question, if you take a pharmacy elective before you actually enter the BSc Pharm program (for instance an FNH course), does it still count towards your electives once you enter pharm?
 
Yuuto said:
Just a quick question, if you take a pharmacy elective before you actually enter the BSc Pharm program (for instance an FNH course), does it still count towards your electives once you enter pharm?
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Definitely! Just make sure you look at the most recent list of pharmacy-approved electives, as of course it is subject to change (though I haven't noticed any changes).
 
UBCmicrobi said:
Definitely! Just make sure you look at the most recent list of pharmacy-approved electives, as of course it is subject to change (though I haven't noticed any changes).
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Awesome, thanks for your quick reply!
 
anyone know if there will be an increase in number of applicants because of the increase in number of seats?
 
Hello everyone. =)

I'm a second year BSc doing this for the first time. Been reading the 2010 thread. People here seem so competent! I feel so completely unprepared/unfit for pharm school. x.X

I don't know if it's the increased number of seats that's doing it, but so, *so* many people I know are going for pharmacy. Two former roommates, five high school acquaintances, seven new friends at UBC. I can't imagine how many people are applying this year. o_O
 
Hey everyone! I'm so glad this thread was created. I'm pretty excited to apply but nervous as well. Good luck to everyone applying! :)
 
Hey guys! I'm a second-year BSc at UBC and finally decided to get an account after lurking around these forums for god knows how long. Just finished reading the 2010 thread and I guess we're all in for a lot of drama together for the next year or so? :) Nice to meet you all!
 
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Hey all - I got my PCAT results! Can someone tell me if our writing scores are looked at by UBC?
 
bodybutter said:
Anybody selling Dr. Collins PCAT study guide???
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I am! I'm selling it for $150. It also comes with some other useful materials that I used for the PCAT (practice Pearson test questions)
 
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Oh gosh the oct pcat is next week! good luck to those who are taking it! :)
 
Thanks Chestnut! ^^

Good luck to those taking the Oct PCAT! Remember to stay calm. =)
 
OptimistPrime said:
I also have this same question. My options are: university professor (who has known me for about 1.5 years), a pharmacy manager who I volunteered for (known for about 5 months), a pharmacy owner/pharmacist who I have volunteered for (known for about 5 months), and finally a highschool principal (known for about 15 years, I went back and volunteered there also). I was thinking maybe I should ask them all to write me a reference letter and then pick two.
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I have a problem with my LORs as well. I wasn't very active on campus last year and never went to any office hours or did research or anything like that (yes I regret it), so I don't know any professors personally. This year, all my courses have 300+ students per section and office hours are like seeing the doctor - you have 10-20 mins to get your problem resolved and off you go. I only have one solid reference from my volunteer work and I have no idea what to do about the other one. I've tried applying for on-campus jobs but none of them ever replied. No idea what to do now - any suggestions? :(
 
I definitely think LORs should come from people you've interacted with at a decent amount for at least one year.
 
Lols I dont even have one solid reference yet. Haven't been involved in my first year at UBC. x.x Can't help but wonder whether it'd be going too far to run back to high school and get former teachers to ref for me. Wouldn't that sort of show that you haven't been getting involved since Gr. 12?

I know we're talking about references here, but can someone tell me what LOR stands for?
 
honeynutcheerio said:
Lols I dont even have one solid reference yet. Haven't been involved in my first year at UBC. x.x Can't help but wonder whether it'd be going too far to run back to high school and get former teachers to ref for me. Wouldn't that sort of show that you haven't been getting involved since Gr. 12?

I know we're talking about references here, but can someone tell me what LOR stands for?
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LOR stands for Letter Of Recommendation. The americans use that term more, UBC requires a reference letter which basically serves the same purpose.
 
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