Overview
Geological Engineering at University of British Columbia is an interdisciplinary field, in which principles of geoscience are used to solve engineering and environmental problems. It connects geology, physics and chemistry with civil engineering and other fields (e.g. mining, geography, forestry) to provide a versatile set of skills applicable to a wide range of contemporary problems.
Features
- The qualifications of a geological engineer are similar to those of a civil engineer with geotechnical or environmental specialization; however, our graduates have the advantage of better understanding of geological processes.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- The Geological Engineering program is housed in the recently constructed Earth Science Building and the associated buildings EOAS-Main and EOAS-South.
- The $75 million Earth Sciences Building was designed to inspire collaboration and creativity across disciplines.
- Research facilities include the Environmental Interfaces laboratory (EIL), the Centre for Experimental Studies of the Lithosphere (CESL), a wet lab and field staging areas.
- We have access to cluster-computing facilities in our own department, as well as high-performance computing facilities both at UBC and at large computing centers across Canada.
- In addition, software licenses paid by UBC covers powerful desktop data analysis, programming, and visualization apps.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Geology Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 5 other PhDs in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in CanadaAcademic 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
- All applicants have to submit transcripts from all past post-secondary study. Document submission requirements depend on whether your institution of study is within Canada or outside of Canada.
- A minimum of three references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. References should be requested from individuals who are prepared to provide a report on your academic ability and qualifications.
- Many programs require a statement of interest, sometimes called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.
- Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.
- Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card.
Tuition Fee
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International
9690 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9690 CAD per year during 72 months. -
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5515 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5515 CAD per year during 72 months.
Living costs for Vancouver
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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