2026 Summer Program registration opens February 18th at 9:00AM PST!
This summer, Geering Up is offering week-long programs for high school students at UBC Vancouver, UBCO Kelowna, and South Surrey! Our high school summer programs inspire and challenge youth through fun, innovative, and hands-on experiments and projects. We will be offering engaging day programs this year for our high school students.
- Weekly from JULY through AUGUST
9 HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM OPTIONS - 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
PACIFIC STANDARD TIME - UBC (Vancouver), UBCO (Kelowna),
and South Surrey - Grade Levels: entering grades 8-12
VARIES BY PROGRAM THEME AND LOCATION - Program Pricing: $440 – $500
VARIES BY PROGRAM THEME AND LOCATION Every person should be able to participate in our programs. Please see the information regarding our camp bursaries.
2026 HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAM THEMES:
Please note that each camp theme in the same grade level will feature the same curriculum each week. As such, we do not advise taking the same camp more than once throughout the summer.
Integrated Engineering Jr
Engineering makes a visible impact on our day-to-day lives in the technology we use, the transportation we take, the medical systems we navigate, and even the food we eat! Gain an introductory overview of the innovative world of engineering through projects, experiments, and lots of hands-on fun. Whether you already have your sights set on a university engineering degree or are simply curious about the field, the problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity that you’ll develop in this theme go far beyond any single subject. Come have fun learning about the engineering process and create some amazing final products!
Join this program if you’re interested in exploring engineering. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to learn. Have fun and discover how engineering makes a difference every day!
Software Engineering Jr
Dive deep into the exciting world of code and web design! This program is for beginners and experienced coders alike, so join us for an introduction to HTML, CSS, JavaScript, algorithms, and more. Explore the fundamentals of coding and computational thinking in a fun, low-stress environment. Bring your ideas to life by creating a week-long coding project featuring web development tools that you’ll learn to master throughout the program. Get ready for a week of coding, creativity, and innovation!
Join this program if you are interested in Computer Engineering, Web Development, or learning how to code. No prior coding experience required.
Biomedical Engineering Jr
Dive into the exciting world of Biomedical Engineering and unlock the secrets of innovation in the health sector! Discover how the human body inspires cutting-edge medical devices and explore the world of human-centered engineering. This camp blends theoretical knowledge and practical experience to encourage participants to envision and shape the future of healthcare innovation. Are you ready to revolutionize the way we design and heal?
Join this program if you’re passionate about helping people and curious about the intersection of science and creativity. No prior experience necessary!
LOCATIONS: UBC Vancouver, South Surrey
Experiential Physics Jr
Experience the wonders of phenomenal physics through hands-on experiments! Participants will have a chance to translate their learnings into creative experiments that blend physics, art, and technology. Explore the wide range of applications of physics through mirrors, prisms, lasers, and more! Whether you’re curious about optics or want to deepen a love of physics, you’re sure to get enLIGHTened in this camp.
Join this program if you're looking for an interactive physics playground – no experience necessary! Physics is a pre-requisite for many engineering programs. Come explore how physics can be fun and its real-life applications!
All Girls* Explorations in Engineering Jr
Engineering is for everyone. This week-long program is designed to provide girls* with a safe and supportive space to experience and learn about the pathways of engineering. From hands-on projects and interactive workshops to campus and facility tours, participants will gain valuable skills and insights into various engineering disciplines. Our undergraduate student instructors will guide you through engaging challenges, provide a glimpse of life in university, and foster a passion for innovation and critical thinking.
Join this program if you want to experience UBC Engineering and connect with students, mentors, and exciting hands-on content! This camp will feature new curriculum and can be taken by those who have participated in our Explorations in Engineering camps previously.
Mentorship and representation have a positive impact on girls* decisions to pursue Engineering. Geering Up provides intentionally curated camps for high school girls* to further amplify the impact of our programs. Girls* thrive within a focused space to discover, explore, and cultivate their love for science and engineering. Geering Up holds All Girls* camps during our All Girls* week every summer to encourage girls* and inspire the next generation of women* scientists and engineers.
*We use the words “girls” and “women” with an asterisk (*) to intentionally include students and stakeholders who are underrepresented in STEM fields. Cis girls/women and trans, genderqueer, or non-binary people are welcome at our All Girls* programming. For more information, visit our All Girls* page on our website.
Mechatronics Engineering Sr
Unlock the world of innovation and ignite your creativity in a camp where hands-on exploration meets technology! This is your chance to step into the exciting fields of mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering. Dive into programming tools and concepts and create real-world solutions through engaging challenges! Whether you’re building circuits or programming a robot, you will gain valuable experience in modern tech and design. This camp combines technical skills with creative problem-solving to inspire the innovators of tomorrow. No matter your experience level, this camp will help you unleash your potential and bring your boldest ideas to life. Get ready to invent, create, and learn... the future is yours to build!
Join this program if you are interested in robotics, coding, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering. No prior robotics or coding experience needed—just a passion for discovery.
Engineering Entrepreneurship Sr
Kickstart your creativity and confidence in our hands-on introduction to engineering entrepreneurship! Campers will fuse the Engineering Design Cycle with the world of business to delve into the fundamentals of marketing, financial analysis, and business ideation, and participants will end up developing a culminating product to pitch to a panel of judges. Curious about what it takes to turn engineering ideas into reality? Sign up for this camp and get ready to dream big and build something amazing!
Join this program if you’re curious about how engineering skills intersect with business and want to build real skills in planning, pitching, and problem solving - no experience necessary!
Environmental Engineering Sr
Ready to gain a deeper understanding of our planet and how humans impact it? Explore what makes our earth rich in biodiversity and examine how it all comes together to create one interconnected system. Through investigative activities and hands-on modelling, participants will analyze the impacts of technology on the environment, exploring innovations and challenges alike. Throughout the week, participants will put their learnings to the test by designing and modelling their own sustainable cities using industry-standard software. This program gives participants the chance to connect, explore, and create while building a deeper understanding of the world around us.
Join this program if you are passionate about current environmental issues and want to contribute to a more sustainable future!
Bioinformatics Sr
Ever wonder how biological data is processed? Look no further! Step into the life of a researcher and explore the intersection of biology and data analysis through engaging topics and hands-on exploration. Examine how DNA makes us unique, how bioinformatics can help analyze forensic data, what the future of healthcare looks like, and so much more. For biology fans and data lovers alike, participants will build skills in a variety of topics and gain introductory knowledge of different analysis tools and ultimately apply learned skillsto work on a culminating project.
Join this camp if you want to explore topics such as biology, genetics, forensics, or data science.
All Girls* Explorations in Engineering Sr
Engineering is for everyone. This week-long program is designed to provide girls* with a safe and supportive space to experience and learn about the pathways of engineering. From hands-on projects and interactive workshops to campus and facility tours, participants will gain valuable skills and insights into various engineering disciplines. Our undergraduate student instructors will guide you through engaging challenges, provide a glimpse of life in university, and foster a passion for innovation and critical thinking.
Join this program if you want to experience UBC Engineering and connect with students, mentors, and exciting hands-on content! This camp will feature new curriculum and can be taken by those who have participated in our Explorations in Engineering camps previously.
Mentorship and representation have a positive impact on girls* decisions to pursue Engineering. Geering Up provides intentionally curated camps for high school girls* to further amplify the impact of our programs. Girls* thrive within a focused space to discover, explore, and cultivate their love for science and engineering. Geering Up holds All Girls* camps during our All Girls* week every summer to encourage girls* and inspire the next generation of women* scientists and engineers.
*We use the words “girls” and “women” with an asterisk (*) to intentionally include students and stakeholders who are underrepresented in STEM fields. Cis girls/women and trans, genderqueer, or non-binary people are welcome at our All Girls* programming. For more information, visit our All Girls* page on our website.
HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAM POLICIES & FAQ
Please read the information below regarding our policies in place for programs this year.
Registration Deadlines: Registration for each camp will close at 11:59 PM on the Sunday the week before the camp begins.
(i.e., if the camp begins Monday, July 25th, registration for it will close on Sunday, July 17th)
Geering Up operates as a non-profit organization and incurs substantial fees for each cancellation. The later the cancellation, the harder it is for us to fill the spot with somebody on the waitlist. To offset these costs, our cancellation and transfer policy is as follows:
| Date of Cancellation | Amount Refunded |
|---|---|
| More than 7 business days before the program’s start date: | 100% refund of program price, minus a $35 cancellation fee |
| 7 business days or less before the program’s start date: | 50% refund of program price |
| After 9am the Friday before the program’s start date: | No refund provided |
Program Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Lunch: Participants will go outside for a one-hour long lunch each day. Parents can select "Lunch Release" in registration to allow their youth to leave the program group during the lunch period to purchase food.
Activities: In our programs we will have a variety of activities including engineering building challenges, coding projects, experiments, creative design projects, and more.
Lunch Program:
- UBC Vancouver: the lunch program is an optional purchase when registering for your programs. Participants receive a main course, side, and drink for their lunch each day. The lunch program costs are for each day of the camp week.
- South Surrey: the lunch program is included in your registration, new for 2026! Participants receive a main course and side for their lunch each day.
Geering Up programming is deigned and intended for individual participants, not groups. Having a group (local or visiting) register for our programming greatly impacts the quality of the individual participant's experience; something that is extremely important to us. As such, group registrations are prohibited.
Please note that Geering Up will withdraw all participants without a refund who are found in breach of the group registration policy at any point before or after programming begins.
Unfortunately, Geering Up will no longer be offering Overnight Camp Programs. We apologize for any inconvenience.
If you are looking for an international boarding summer program, we recommend checking out Bodwell High School.
There is no difference! We are working to curate our programs and portray them in a way that appeals to high school students. While our programs are not considered a "course", we also feel that "camp" does not quite capture the essence of these programs. We can assure you that the content and approach remains the same, despite the change in language.
Check out our FAQ, or reach us at highschool.geeringup@ubc.ca.
