University of Victoria (in partnership with Kaplan International)
University of Victoria (in partnership with Kaplan International)

3800 Finnerty Road, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Bachelor of Science - Physical Geography and Earth and Ocean Sciences (Optional Co-op)

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

Those who are interested in the forces that shape the Earth’s surface and curious about natural resources and human impacts on the environment. This course is the answer for their curiosity. Students learn about remote sensing and digital mapping. This program lets students study the way Earth’s natural systems work.

Areas of focus

  • Environmental modelling
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Environmental protection
  • Natural hazards
  • Resource management
  • Soil conservation
  • Waste management

Careers

  • Environmental geoscientist
  • Environmental specialist
  • Exploration geologist (oil, gas, mineral, water)
  • Geographical information systems analyst
  • Geological consultant
  • Geomorphologist
  • Hydrologist
  • Remote sensing analyst

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

77%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6

Writing

6

Listening

6

Speaking

6

Program Intakes

Open date

September 27, 2024

Submission deadline

July 1, 2025

Open date

September 27, 2025

Submission deadline

July 1, 2026

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor’s degree

Program Length

$20635 CAD

Cost of Living

$0 CAD

Application fee

$29716 CAD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Estimated BC Medical Services Plan (MSP): $900 per year