Overview

The Geoarchaeology program from Lakehead University is a collaboration between the departments of Anthropology, Geography, and Geology, and focuses on applying the concepts and methods in these fields to interpret artifacts left behind by ancient societies.

You will explore very diverse topics, related to humankind and Earth, including:

Archaeological Site Formation

Physical and Natural Science

Ancient Cultures

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Human Evolution

If you are inquisitive and enjoy being outdoors and learning about different cultures, Geoarchaeology is the program for you. You will have opportunities to immerse yourself in adventure and discovery with training in the field, access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities, and research collaboration with faculty members.

Future Careers

Paleontologist

Volcanologist

Geographer

Archaeology Curator

Field/Laboratory Technician

Climatologist

Land Use Analyst

Surveyor

Archaeologist (Geoarchaeologist)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biological Anthropology and Archaeology

World Cultures

Environment with Laboratory

Planet Earth with Laboratory

Geology

Crust of the Earth with Laboratory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

90 alternative credits

90 - 120

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Thunder Bay, Canada

Disciplines

Archaeology Geology View 14 other Bachelors in Archaeology 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent

Program specific prerequisite courses;

Equivalent of a minimum 70% overall final average

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30236 CAD / year

≈ 30236 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

6598 CAD / year

≈ 6598 CAD / year

Additional Details

Canadian/Permanent Ontario Resident: $5,985

Living costs

Thunder Bay

Canada

1149 - 1720 CAD / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Thunder Bay

Funding

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