Overview

Why and how do volcanoes erupt? Where do we look for oil and reliable water supplies? Why is our climate changing? The disciplines of earth science play a crucial role in answering questions, such as these, about our complex world. Dalhousie's Earth Sciences programme will give you insight into the Earth's evolution, composition, processes and future.

What you will learn

You’ll explore how geological structures were formed and how changes are happening deep within the geosphere, the solid part of the Earth.

In weekly labs you’ll experience geological research and learn how to identify different types of rock by examining samples under high-powered microscopes. In addition to geosciences, you’ll also learn about the atmosphere, hydrosphere, our oceans and the biosphere.

Careers

An earth sciences degree from Dalhousie can open up a wide variety of career paths to choose from, both on land and at sea. Possible careers include:

Environmental Consultant Or Lawyer

Paleontologist

Geologist Or Marine Geologist

Petroleum Geologist

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Natural Disasters

Field Methods

Sediments & Sediment Rocks

Stratigraphy

Quaternary Sedimentary Environments

Geomorphology

Geoscience Information Management

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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Applications can be considered before the start of classes in September. Apply early to meet the February 15 deadline for general entrance awards

Language

English

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90

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61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Halifax, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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90

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61

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)

Achievement of the minimum average for your programme of choice.

Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).

Minimum overall average: 75%

Academic English 12

Pre-calculus Math 12

Three additional academic subjects

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Tuition Fees

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33814 CAD / year

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National: 5,122.50 - CAD per term

Living costs

Halifax

Canada

1235 - 1956 CAD / month

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