Winnipeg,
MB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Physical Geography (Honours) in Winnipeg Canada | University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba
|
Winnipeg Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
22,300
(c. USD15,994.32)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Physical Geography explores Earth's natural systems, covering the atmosphere, biosphere, cryosphere (ice regions), hydrosphere (water systems), and lithosphere (land formations). Researchers in this field investigate interactions between these systems, their evolution through time, and the consequences of these transformations. Atmospheric Science
Fundamentally, this discipline involves analyzing Earth's atmospheric layers (and those of other planets). The atmospheric science curriculum in the Department of Environment and Geography primarily concentrates on tropospheric phenomena (the atmospheric layer nearest to Earth's surface where weather develops) and its exchanges with the planetary surface (including energy, moisture, carbon cycles, and other environmental processes).
Geomatics
Geomatics represents a growing discipline focused on gathering, processing, and interpreting spatial information. This field incorporates digital mapping techniques, spatial analysis methods, statistical modeling, satellite observation technologies, and computerized geographic data systems.
General physical geography
This branch of geography examines environmental systems through atmospheric studies, landform development, biological distribution patterns, and water cycle analysis. These investigations integrate principles from both pure and applied sciences to decipher natural environmental processes.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The following are minimum requirements for entry into the Bachelor of Science in Physical Geography program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
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)
Tuition
CAD
22,300