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Earth sciences explore our planet's history and life forms, particularly as preserved in rock formations. The Earth Sciences Department equips students with both theoretical knowledge and technical skills to address challenges in resource extraction, mineral processing, and environmental conservation. This 90-credit, three-year general program provides foundational earth science education paired with focused coursework in a secondary subject. While not designed for aspiring geoscience professionals, this program serves as excellent preparation for students aiming to pursue a Bachelor of Education degree.
The following are minimum requirements for entry into the Bachelor of Science general (Earth Sciences) program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
The Bachelor of Science general (Earth Science) is an Advanced entry program. Advanced entry applicants are those who have completed one year (24 credit hours) or more of studies in another faculty at the University of Manitoba or another recognized post-secondary institution.
For guidance regarding how to minor in earth sciences, talk to an academic advisor.
English language proficiency
IAEP (Intensive Academic English Program): Minimum score required: Pass Level 5/AEPUCE (Academic English Program for University and College Entrance)
IELTS (Academic - computer or paper) or IELTS Indicator: Minimum score required: 6.5 overall; Minimum score of 6.0 in each of the four modules (listening, reading, speaking, writing); and IELTS One Skill Retake results are accepted by the Undergraduate Admissions Office, University of Manitoba
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Assessment) - Online or Test Centre: Minimum score required: 60
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Paper Edition or TOEFL iBT Home Edition (Test of English as a Foreign Language): Minimum score required: Minimum overall score of 86, and Minimum component scores: 20 in Reading, 20 in Writing, 20 in Listening, and 20 in Speaking
Cambridge Assessment English: C1 Advanced: Minimum score required: 180
Cambridge Assessment English: C2 Proficiency: Minimum score required: 180
Pearson Test of English: Minimum score required: 58
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 120, and Minimum component scores: 105 (Literacy, Comprehension, Production, Conversation)