British Columbia,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Geography in Prince George Canada | University of Northern British Columbia
University of Northern British Columbia
|
Prince George Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
26,753
(c. USD19,188.16)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This program emphasizes geography as an earth science discipline, incorporating foundational studies in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics before advancing to specialized coursework in climatology, hydrology, geomorphology, soil science, and geomatics. The curriculum fosters comprehension of atmospheric, geological, hydrological, and biological system interactions through statistical analysis, cartography, remote sensing, and GIS technologies. Practical field experience and technical training prepare students for professional opportunities in related fields.
Undergraduates must complete at least 13 Geography courses (37 credits), with six being upper-level classes. The program also mandates 24 credits of science electives (15 at upper-division level), plus additional electives to reach the 120-credit minimum for graduation.
A Bachelor of Science in Geography requires completion of at least 120 credit hours.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
International secondary and post-secondary credentials are considered. International students must meet the equivalent of the criteria outlined for high school admission and university transfer in British Columbia. Admission is based on the comparison of standards for credentials and grading in the country of origin. Applicants whose first language is not English must be able to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency in English.
For admission from a GCE system (or equivalent) a minimum of two Advanced (A) level subjects and three Ordinary (O) level subjects must be completed with an overall GPA of C or higher in order to be considered for admission. All A level subjects presented for admission must have a grade of at least C. Students may substitute two Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level subjects for one A level.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 90 or higher in the internet-based test, with not less than 20 in each of the Reading, Listening, Writing or Speaking components, score of at least 230 in the computer-based test or at least 570 in the paper-based test,
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic score of at least 6.5 overall, with not less than 6.0 in any of the four modules
Duolingo English Test score of 105 or higher
MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of at least 80, with a minimum of 3 on the Speaking Rating Scale
For admission from a GCE system (or equivalent) a minimum of two Advanced (A) level subjects and three Ordinary (O) level subjects must be completed with an overall GPA of C or higher in order to be considered for admission. All A level subjects presented for admission must have a grade of at least C. Students may substitute two Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level subjects for one A level.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 90 or higher in the internet-based test, with not less than 20 in each of the Reading, Listening, Writing or Speaking components, score of at least 230 in the computer-based test or at least 570 in the paper-based test,
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic score of at least 6.5 overall, with not less than 6.0 in any of the four modules
Duolingo English Test score of 105 or higher
MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of at least 80, with a minimum of 3 on the Speaking Rating Scale
Tuition
CAD
26,753