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Earth sciences explore our planet's history and the evidence preserved in its geological formations. The Department of Earth Sciences equips students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to address challenges in resource extraction, mineral processing, and environmental conservation. Geology focuses on understanding Earth's systems and their interrelationships, examining:
Earth's evolutionary timeline and the development of natural resources
geological hazards including seismic activity, volcanic eruptions, and landslides
the categorization of fossils, rock types, and mineral specimens
climate change projections derived from analyzing historical geological patterns
After completing their second year, geology majors and honors students participate in an intensive field mapping course. This is followed by an advanced program that enhances skills in regional geological mapping, aerial photo interpretation, data collection, and comprehensive report preparation.
Once admitted to the BSc (Earth Science) general program, students must speak to an advisor to transfer to the major or honours program in geology.
Direct entry applicants are those who have not attended a post-secondary institution or have completed fewer than 24 credit hours at a recognized university or college.
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.
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)