BCS Hacks is a hackathon for students in UBC's Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) second-degree program. It's an opportunity to bring ideas to life, explore new technologies, and collaborate with fellow students to build something meaningful.

Whether you're an experienced developer or writing your first lines of code, BCS Hacks is a space to experiment, learn, and challenge yourself. You don't need to have everything figured out before you begin. Bring your curiosity, find your team, and see what you can create.

One of the strengths of the BCS community is the diversity of experiences people bring to computer science. Students come from different academic disciplines, professional backgrounds, and walks of life. We want to see that diversity reflected in the projects built at BCS Hacks 2026.

Maybe you'll build a tool that solves a problem you've encountered in your previous field. Maybe you'll use technology to make a positive social impact. Maybe you'll explore an unfamiliar technology, turn an unconventional idea into a working prototype, or build something simply because you've always wanted to.

• Best Overall
  Awarded to the project that demonstrates the strongest overall combination of technical execution, creativity, practical impact, and presentation.
• Best Use of Tech for Social Good
  Awarded to the project that most effectively uses technology to address a meaningful social, environmental, or community challenge.
• Best Beginner Project
  Awarded to a project that demonstrates impressive learning, creativity, and execution by participants who are relatively new to building technical projects.
• Best Use of Interdisciplinary Background
  Awarded to the project that most effectively combines knowledge, skills, or perspectives from different academic disciplines to create a stronger solution.