Overview

In its four billion year old history, the Earth has changed – sometimes slowly (such as mountain building) and sometimes with violent and sudden transformations that can be devastating (such as a meteorite impact).

In the Earth Sciences programme from University of Waterloo, you'll learn about the make up of our planet, from rocks and soil to water and the effects of climate change. We depend upon resources that come from the Earth, such as minerals, oil, organic materials, gases, and the water we drink. Who finds these hidden and valuable resources? A geoscientist!

Key Features

Dig deep with your choice of specialization: Geology, Geophysics, or Hydrogeology. And if you're up for it, apply your knowledge through the paid work experiences co-op offers.

When you graduate, you’ll be eligible for a Professional Geoscientist designation — and be ready to develop meaningful environmental protection plans, predict natural disasters, advance health standards for water, and more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Disasters and Natural Hazards

Geological Impacts on Human Health

Volcanology and Igneous Petrology

Engineering Geology

Communication in the Sciences

Waves, Electricity and Magnetism/Laboratory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

63

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Waterloo, Canada

Disciplines

Earth Sciences View 50 other Bachelors in Earth Sciences in Canada

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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

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

63

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Other requirements

General requirements

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English language test results (if applicable) - To be sent directly from testing centre

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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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Tuition Fee

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International

52000 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 52000 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

9000 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9000 CAD per year during 48 months.

Domestic (Out of province students): $9,000

Living costs for Waterloo

810 - 1447 CAD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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