Bachelor of Science in Physical Geography 48 months Undergraduate Program By University of the Fraser Valley |Top Universities
Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

10,584 CADTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

GeographyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Geography

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

UFV’s Bachelor of Science in Physical Geography provides you with a strong background in natural sciences, a comprehensive understanding of factors affecting the environment, and hands-on expertise in gathering, analyzing, and evaluating data.
Physical Geography major This Bachelor of Science major introduces you to the different sub-fields of physical geography including: climatology, geomorphology, biogeography, and geographic information systems (GIS).
You begin your studies by learning about the earth’s physical environment and various phenomena and understanding how these are affected by human activity.
In your third and fourth year, you can choose from a variety of physical and human geography topics that interest you. You can specialize in one or more sub-fields of Physical Geography, including climatology, geomorphology, biogeography, or geographic information systems (GIS).
Throughout your major, you get to formulate your own research questions and take what you’ve learned in the classroom and apply in the field.
The physical geography major is a good option if you are considering a Masters of Science in Geography, Earth Sciences, or a related field.

Program overview

Main Subject

Geography

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

UFV’s Bachelor of Science in Physical Geography provides you with a strong background in natural sciences, a comprehensive understanding of factors affecting the environment, and hands-on expertise in gathering, analyzing, and evaluating data.
Physical Geography major This Bachelor of Science major introduces you to the different sub-fields of physical geography including: climatology, geomorphology, biogeography, and geographic information systems (GIS).
You begin your studies by learning about the earth’s physical environment and various phenomena and understanding how these are affected by human activity.
In your third and fourth year, you can choose from a variety of physical and human geography topics that interest you. You can specialize in one or more sub-fields of Physical Geography, including climatology, geomorphology, biogeography, or geographic information systems (GIS).
Throughout your major, you get to formulate your own research questions and take what you’ve learned in the classroom and apply in the field.
The physical geography major is a good option if you are considering a Masters of Science in Geography, Earth Sciences, or a related field.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

61+
88+
6.5+

The entrance requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree will apply to the Physical Geography program.

4 Years
Jan
May

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

5,960 CAD
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International Students

10,584 CAD
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