Geophysics (Honours) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By University of British Columbia |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

156,792 CADTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

GeographyMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Geography

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Geophysics is an interdisciplinary physical science that applies the knowledge and techniques of physics, mathematics, and chemistry to understanding the structure, subsurface, and dynamic behaviour of the earth and its environment. Science electives are normally selected from Geophysics, Mathematics, Physics, Geology, Astronomy, Oceanography, and Chemistry courses. An honours program in Geophysics is suited to students seeking to do research in the field. As Geophysicists typically work in teams, this specialization helps prepare you for future employment through seminars and student projects designed to help you perfect your communication skills and ability to work in groups.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Geography

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Geophysics is an interdisciplinary physical science that applies the knowledge and techniques of physics, mathematics, and chemistry to understanding the structure, subsurface, and dynamic behaviour of the earth and its environment. Science electives are normally selected from Geophysics, Mathematics, Physics, Geology, Astronomy, Oceanography, and Chemistry courses. An honours program in Geophysics is suited to students seeking to do research in the field. As Geophysicists typically work in teams, this specialization helps prepare you for future employment through seminars and student projects designed to help you perfect your communication skills and ability to work in groups.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
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90+
24+

Basic requirements for students from international high schools: Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school. Degree specific requirements include: Senior-level Pre-Calculus Math, Junior- or Grade 11-level Chemistry, Junior- or Grade 11-level Physics (may be waived with grades of A in senior-level Math and Chemistry).

4 Years
Jan-2000

Domestic
21,600 CAD
International
156,792 CAD

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