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The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Geography is to explore the links between the natural environment and various other disciplines such as politics, history, culture, economics, and science. You'll be introduced to various aspects of the earth such as its: climate, evolution, landscapes, or rock formation, and choose from a variety of upper-level electives from the geography of food, climate change, soil, and swamps to religion, tourism, and urban planning. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in a Co-op program before going on to careers in urban planning, land and environment management, policy, academia, and more.

Geography Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major or Honours

University of the Fraser Valley

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Option A

1\. High-school graduation or equivalent
2\. English 12 (C+) or equivalent
3\. 2 additional grade 12 courses (B average)


Option B

1\. Prerequisites for ENGL 105 or CMNS 125.
2\. One of the following:
\- Completion of a minimum of 30 credits in courses numbered at the 100 level and above, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 on all credits attempted.
\- Completion of a minimum of nine credits at the 100 level and above, transferable to a degree program, with a minimum GPA of 3.00 on all credits attempted.
\- Completion of a post-secondary career or technical diploma (minimum of two years post-secondary credit) from a recognized Canadian or International post-secondary institution, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (equated to the UFV grading scheme), calculated on all courses taken.
\- Completion of a three- or four-year Bachelor's degree from a recognized Canadian or International institution, with a minimum GPA of 2.00 (equated to the UFV grading scheme). Students who have completed a previous degree are governed by UFV's Subsequent and Concurrent Bachelor Degree policy (98).

Academic Admission Requirement

1. If you have attended or are currently attending a post-secondary institution, it's also possible to be considered for admission based on the high school requirements (Option A) if you have both:
 
    - Completion of fewer than 30 credits of undergraduate study
    - All post-secondary courses attempted (C+ or 2.0 GPA)
 
2. If you do not meet the academic requirements for program entry, you may have the option of applying to Qualifying Studies.

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Application opening dates for specific intake applications:

Fall semester: October; Winter semester: May; Summer semester: October





 

Applications should be submitted as soon as possible after the first day to apply. 
 
Once applications are complete (all required documents have been received), an application date is recorded. Qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
 
Verify directly with UFV to see programs open for application. 

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Geography Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major or Honours

University of the Fraser Valley

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