BSc in Physical Geography in Santa Barbara United States | University of California, Santa Barbara

University of California, Santa Barbara | Santa Barbara United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 48,636
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The Bachelor of Science in Physical Geography delivers comprehensive education in environmental and Earth system sciences, grounded in core principles of biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, and statistics. This adaptable program features interdisciplinary courses that explore the forces influencing Earth's systems, including weather patterns, climate dynamics, landform evolution, soil development, biogeochemical processes, oceanography, water resources, and vegetation distribution. A key program focus involves practical learning through fieldwork, lab experiments, and computational modeling. Your studies will be enhanced by courses in geographic methodologies like remote sensing, GIS, data interpretation, and geovisualization. This program equips you with robust scientific and technical skills for advanced academic pursuits or careers in environmental consulting, related ecological fields, and public sector positions.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Demonstrate English Proficiency By:
Score 24 or higher on the ACT English Language Arts (ELA)
Score 31 or higher on Writing and Language in the SAT
Score 3, 4 or 5 on the AP examination in English Language and Composition, or English Literature and Composition
Score 6 or 7 on an IB Standard Level examination in English (Language A only)
Score 5, 6 or 7 on an IB Higher Level examination in English (Language A only)
Score 6.5 or higher on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)* examination:
Internet-based test (iBT) or iBT Home Edition or iBT Paper Edition: Minimum score of 80 or better

Tuition USD 48,636

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