University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa

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Physical Geography and Geomatics

University of Ottawa/Université d'Ottawa

Faculty:Faculty of Arts
Degree:Bachelor; Co-op
Field of Study:Cartography
Geography
Course Based:Yes
Length:5 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,088
International: $36,161
Scholarships:48
Careers:Land SurveyorsGeographers

Description:

You will obtain a BSc with this Major if you register to this program first and combine it with another Major or Minor as part of an Honors program; if taken as part of a non-Honors program you will obtain a BA. The Major in Physical Geography and Geomatics is an interdisciplinary program that combines compulsory courses from physical geography, geomatics, computer and natural sciences. You will focus on core components of this program such as Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing which will provide you with skills that are in high demand in the work force and are essential for present day geography and other disciplines. Field work is a critical component of physical geography, thus you will be taking two mandatory field courses and will have several optional ones in Canada`s north or abroad. You will be focusing on areas such as northern environments, climate change and spatial analysis.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*73 to 76
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English  or  Grade12 Français 
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions 
  •  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors 
  •  Grade12 Biology 
  •  Grade12 Chemistry 
  •  Grade12 Physics 
A minimum combined average of 70% is required for all prerequisite courses in science and mathematics. Students who do not have Calculus and Vectors 4U or one of the science prerequisites (biology, chemistry or physics) can take the replacement course at the University either the summer before or during their first term.
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70] or Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages: Certificate in Advanced English [min. C1] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 86] or CanTEST [min. 4.5]

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* 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 23, 2021