Program Information

School: The University of British Columbia – Vancouver
Faculty: Faculty of Applied Science (Engineering)
Degree: Bachelor; Co-op
Field of Study: Geological/Geophysical Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering
Description: Geological Engineering is an interdisciplinary program housed in the Faculty of Science, but leading to the Bachelor of Applied Science of the engineering Faculty of Applied Science. Our research and teaching interests span virtually all aspects of understanding the history and dynamics of our planet, as well as management of its resources and the environment we live in. This program focuses on many important aspects of geotechnology, including construction, environmental protection, transportation, energy and water supply, mining, natural hazards management, and governmental oversight.
URL: Geological Engineering at The University of British Columbia – Vancouver
Length: 4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $44,463
Scholarships: 1
Careers: Geological Engineers

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* 70
Prerequisites:*

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions  or  Grade12 Precalculus 
  •  Grade12 Chemistry 
  •  Grade12 Physics 
  •  Grade11 Chemistry 
  •  Grade11 Physics 

– Final grade of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or equivalent course, including provincial examinations where applicable).

– Graduation from high school with a minimum average of 70% (or higher for many programs).
Additional Admission Requirements:

    Applying for co-op: Undergraduate students must have completed first year in the Faculty of Applied Science undergraduate program and achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 65%