Overview

Program Details

The goal of the bachelor in Hydrologic Sciences and Policy at the University of California, Santa Barbara is to provide a rigorous framework for students to examine the hydrologic process in our environment. Although the program is housed within the Environmental Studies Program, the curriculum for this degree is offered cooperatively by the departments of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology; Chemistry and Biochemistry; Geography; and Earth Science.

Lower-division courses concentrate on the physical and natural sciences. In the upper division, students complete a core group of hydrology courses and then select one of the following three emphases: biology and ecology, physical and chemical sciences, or policy.

Programme Structure

Courses

Ecology

Evolution

Marine Biology

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Geography

Earth Science.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

, United States

Disciplines

Geology Hydrology & Water Management View 472 other Bachelors in Geology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.4

3.0 GPA For California residents

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The University of California sets slightly different criteria for applicants who are not California residents. If you are an out-of-state applicant, you must meet the same admission requirements as a California resident student.

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Tuition Fee

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International

14436 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14436 USD per year during 48 months.
National

14436 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14436 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

14436 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14436 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Santa Barbara

1640 - 2480 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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