Bachelor's in Geography with Concentration GIS (Post-Diploma)

The University of Lethbridge is a public research university located in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. It was founded in 1967 and has since established a reputation for its innovative teaching methods and research contributions. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, science, education, management, health sciences, and fine arts. With a commitment to personalized education, the University of Lethbridge emphasizes small class sizes and a supportive learning environment. Students benefit from close interactions with professors and have ample opportunities to engage in hands-on research, experiential learning, and community involvement.

Geography deals with the diverse landscapes around us. It is about everything from the original formation of the earth’s surface, to the effects we have on our environment: past, present and future. The post-diploma BSc in geography, with a concentration in geographical information science, is a two-year program directed toward graduates of approved college programs in geography, geomatics and land resource information systems. Graduates of other diploma programs in geography will also be considered. Visit Admissions for a list of colleges with approved diplomas. The program complements previous technical training in geomatics or land information systems and the primary focus is to provide you with the theoretical knowledge and technical skills that will enable you to analyze the spatial organization and interaction of all creatures and ecological processes on the planet — and sometimes beyond it — in order to address real-world issues. As a geography student, you will have access to the latest hardware and software available in geography, economics, environment, agriculture, ecology, planning and a host of other disciplines. The department is particularly strong in the areas of geographical information science (GIS) and remote sensing, water research and rural & urban studies — areas of spectacular growth in research, teaching and employment for our graduates. You will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Alberta Water and Environmental Science Building. This facility provides the infrastructure to support the research interests of our award-winning faculty — your instructors — as they investigate diverse areas such as: weather and climate, water, glaciers, sediments, plants and insects. Situated in the Oldman River Valley, the University’s location offers an excellent centre for field research, surrounded by farm and rangelands, and in easy reach of the Rockies and the city of Calgary.