Bachelor in Earth Sciences

Tuition is 20,400 CAD per year. Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Mar 1, 2027.

The Bachelor in Earth Sciences at the University of Manitoba is a 3-year program that helps students understand the history of the Earth and its life. It's for students who want to learn about the Earth and its resources. The program gives students a basic understanding of the discipline and helps them develop skills in a second subject area.

The curriculum includes courses like The Dynamic Earth, Introduction to Mineralogy, and Glacial Geology and Geomorphology. Students will learn about the Earth's history, rocks, and minerals, and develop skills in optics, spectroscopy, and geochemistry. They will also get hands-on experience in the Applied Geophysics Field Course.

Graduates of this program can work as Geologists, Petrologists, or Geochemists in industries like mining, energy, and environmental consulting. They can also work as Science Teachers or Museum Curators, helping others learn about the Earth and its history.

The University of Manitoba, founded in 1877 in Winnipeg, is the oldest university in western Canada and a major public research institution. With roughly 29,000 students and about 4,000 international students, the university offers a welcoming and diverse campus experience. Its location provides access to cultural attractions, outdoor recreation and a supportive prairie community.

Academically the university offers more than 260 programs spanning faculties such as Engineering, Architecture, Health Sciences, Business and Agriculture, many of which are research active and professionally accredited. The campus hosts centers for global public health, functional foods and other applied research that connect students with real-world problems and industry partners, while student services emphasize academic advising, career planning and wellbeing.

International students benefit from extensive supports including orientation, visa guidance and targeted scholarships, along with numerous experiential learning and co-op opportunities in Winnipeg and beyond. For students seeking a research-led education with strong community engagement and practical pathways into professional fields, the University of Manitoba presents a balanced choice combining academic excellence, campus life and regional opportunity.