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BSc in Geographical Sciences

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of British Columbia Vancouver

Program Overview

The study of geography can lead to either an arts or a science degree. The decision often rests on the level of high school preparation in science. The science-focussed program at UBC leads to the BSc major in Geographical Sciences. This program examines the fundamental interactions between life (including human societies) and the Earth s atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere.

Program Key Stats

$39197 (Annual cost)



52 %

Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Final grade of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or equivalent course, including provincial examinations where applicable), Graduation from high school with a minimum average of 70%, UAE Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Shahadat Al-Thanawiya Al-Amma). Certificates must be official, Grades required for admission will vary by program, but based on the UAE grading scale, the minimum average needed to fall within the competitive range is approximately 84% on a 60% pass-scale, Test scores: IELTS of 6.5, with no part less than 6.0, TOEFL iBT of 90.

Career Options

  • Cartographer
  • Commercial/residential surveyor
  • Environmental consultant
  • Geographical information systems officer

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