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Faculty:

Faculty of Science

Degree:

Bachelor; Co-op; Honours

Field of Study:

Geography
Geology/Earth Science, General

Description:

Geology is the study of planet Earth, its origin and evolution, its fundamental structure, the properties of minerals, rocks, and fluids of which it is composed, and the evolution of its biosphere. Studying geology at UBC's Vancouver campus is an opportunity to live and work in a beautiful natural geological laboratory, literally at your doorstep.

Geology involves integrating many aspects of the physical and natural sciences to unravel the history and dynamics of our planet throughout geological time. Geologists are explorers and work outdoors in the remarkable natural laboratory that are planet presents.

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Geology at The University of British Columbia - Vancouver

Length:

4 Year(s)

Cost per year:*

National:	$5,729
International:	$44,091

This estimate represents the tuition for the first year.

Scholarships:

Careers:

Managers in Natural Resources Production and Fishing Geologists Paleontologists

Prerequisites:*	These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade12 English Grade12 Advanced Functions or Grade12 Precalculus Grade12 Biology or Grade12 Chemistry or Grade12 Physics Grade11 Chemistry Grade11 Physics Graduation from high school Minimum of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or their equivalents) At least six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended, but not required)
Application Notes :	English is the language of instruction at UBC. All prospective students must demonstrate English-language competency prior to admission. There are numerous ways to meet theEnglish Language Admission Standard.

Prerequisites:*

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

Grade12 English
Grade12 Advanced Functions or Grade12 Precalculus
Grade12 Biology or Grade12 Chemistry or Grade12 Physics
Grade11 Chemistry
Grade11 Physics

Graduation from high school
Minimum of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or their equivalents)
At least six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended, but not required)

Application Notes :

English is the language of instruction at UBC. All prospective students must demonstrate English-language competency prior to admission. There are numerous ways to meet theEnglish Language Admission Standard.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 08, 2022

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