Overview

What skills do human geographers develop?

In addition to building a strong knowledge of the relationship between society and space, students in human geography have the opportunity to develop a strong skill-set to make them highly attractive to employers. This includes:

Qualitative and quantitative research skills

Professional and academic writing skills

Analytical skills in geospatial computer techniques (i.e., GIS)

Community consultation skills

Ability to work in an interdisciplinary manner

Public presentation skills

Professional and academic writing skills

Human Geography program at the University of Alberta students have flexibility in their degree program allowing them to take courses in other disciplines and other faculties to support the development of both knowledge and skills.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Introduction to Human Geography and Planning

Introductory Planning History and Practice

Introduction to Design Fundamentals for Planners

Cities and Urbanism

Natural Resources and Environmental Management

Human Dimensions of Environmental Hazards

Land Use Planning and Policy

Community Planning and Engagement

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

Duolingo English Test

115

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Geography Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Natural Sciences View 47 other Bachelors in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in Canada

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

Duolingo English Test

115

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission is competitive; meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

You must meet the minimum requirements in all subjects, even after receiving an admission offer, in order to remain admissible. (See your admission offer letter for more details.)

Tuition Fee

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International

31895 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31895 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

6517 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6517 CAD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Human Geography.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

226 countries / Need-based

Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria

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