Bachelor of Geology
- Thunder Bay, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Science in Geology is a four-year on-campus degree at Mount Royal University in Calgary focused on geology through classroom, Laboratory and field study.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core theories and methods in Geology
- Strengthen skills in field investigation
- Environmental systems
- Applied analysis and resource stewardship
- And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.
Career outcomes
- Environmental geologist
- Mineral exploration geologist
- Petroleum geologist
- Geoscientist
- Hydrogeologist
- Exploration geophysicist
- Geotechnical specialist
- Marine geoscientist
Curriculum
- Four-year degree with an Honours stream that includes research. Learning combines classroom study
- Laboratories and fieldwork
- With study abroad and field schools optional. Core course names are not listed
- And no co-op or thesis is stated for the standard stream. Graduates are eligible for APEGA membership.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation with senior-level (Grade 12) programme prerequisites and an overall average equivalent to 70% (Canadian); Higher for competitive programmes (Nursing compressed route 80%); University transfer applicants 60%; Engineering prerequisites need 60% in key subjects.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate
- English proficiency evidence
- Statement of purpose where requested
- Financial support evidence
How to apply
- Review the admission requirements for Bachelor of Geology. Prepare academic transcripts
- Graduation evidence
- Language results
- required supporting documents. Complete the application to Lakehead University. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
- Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $33,377 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $135 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Thunder Bay |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies |
| Department | Geology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Lakehead offers international entrance scholarships and other awards for eligible students. Values and renewal conditions depend on the award and academic results. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
2 Nov 2026
ClosedProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
107 days left
Scholarships
Lakehead offers international entrance scholarships and other awards for eligible students. Values and renewal conditions depend on the award and academic results.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $33,377 CAD per year. The application fee is $135 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176.
Lakehead offers international entrance scholarships and other awards for eligible students. Values and renewal conditions depend on the award and academic results.