Physical Geography

University of Manitoba

Canada, Winnipeg

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University of Manitoba

Canada , Winnipeg

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

CAD 120

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines9-Jan-2023

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 643 / credit

Next Intake 9-Jan-2023

Physical Geography

About

Program details

Expected duration:

Major and honours: 4 years (120 credit hours)
Minor: 18 credit hours

Physical geography students choose from the following streams:

Atmospheric Science
In the broadest sense, this is the study of the Earth's atmosphere (and other planetary atmospheres). The atmospheric science program in the Department of Environment and Geography mainly focuses on processes and phenomena associated with the Earth's troposphere (lowest portion of the atmosphere closest to the surface, where all weather occurs) with connections to the Earth's surface (heat, water, carbon dioxide transfers and other biophysical processes).

Geomatics
Geomatics is an emerging field referring to the techniques of spatial data acquisition, handling and analysis. Included within this field have been geographic applications of computer analysis and spatial modeling, spatial statistics, remote sensing technology and geographic information systems.

General physical geography
Physical geography includes the study of the environment through aspects of atmospheric science, geomorphology, biogeography and hydrology. All of which draw upon the natural and applied sciences to understand the natural environment.

Sample course offerings

GEOG 1290: Introduction to Physical Geography
GEOG 2200: Introduction to Thematic Cartography
GEOG 2300: Atmospheric Thermodynamics, Clouds and Precipitation
GEOG 2310: Introduction to Process Hydrology
GEOG 3810: Quantitative Research Methods in Geography
GEOG 3730: Geographic Information Systems

For full course descriptions, please visit the Academic Calendar.

Co-operative education opportunities

Co-operative education is a structured educational program whereby students spend alternating periods in university and employment. Cooperative education opportunities are available to students registered in either the major or honours degree programs in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, or Physical Geography.

Co-op allows students to:

Acquire theoretical knowledge and practical work experience
Focus your education, and select areas of specialization for choosing senior courses and selecting a focus area
Improve your professional development by engaging in networking opportunities and participating in conferences and workshops
Develop mentoring relationships with employers
Explore many career options without a long-term commitment
Help finance your education through relevant work experience
Create an impressive resume that sets you apart from other students
Develop workplace skills that provide you hands-on experience with the latest tools and equipment

Physical Geography examines the natural and physical systems of the Earth including the atmosphere, biosphere, cryosphere (ice and snow), hydrosphere (water) and lithosphere (land surface). Physical geographers also look at the connections between these systems, how they change over time, and the implications of these changes.

Disciplines

Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment

Earth

and Resources

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Tawjihiyah Certificate (General Secondary Education Certificate)

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 643

Application Fee

CAD 120

How to Apply

Once you've checked requirements and gathered what you need, it's time to begin your online application.

The application is split into different sections and asks you for your personal information, post-secondary education, and may ask more detailed questions related to your program of application.

If you've already gathered required materials, the online application will take about 30 minutes to complete. For your security, you will be logged out after 30 minutes of inactivity. Make sure to save your progress before leaving your application. You can save and return to your application at any time using the login ID and password that you chose.

Education history

A complete listing of your educational background from Grade 12 (or highest grade level), College and University (including the University of Manitoba) is required as part of your application. Also required is the listing of institutions attended on an exchange or letter of permission.

Avoid application fraud or misconduct

If you commit application fraud or misconduct, your University of Manitoba acceptance and registration may be withdrawn and you may be disqualified from consideration, not only in the year of application, but also in all subsequent sessions. If discovered in a subsequent session it may result in dismissal from the university.

Application fraud or misconduct includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Failure to declare attendance at another post-secondary institution
Presenting falsified academic documentation or causing or encouraging another person to falsify records through translation or data changes
Presenting falsified personal documentation, e.g. using a false name, date of birth, country of origin, etc.
Presenting falsified or fictitious reference documentation
Cheating on or having another person write a standardized entry exam such as TOEFL, IELTS, MCAT, LSAT or DAT
Presenting another person's standardized test score as one's own to falsify a test result
Failure to report suspensions from another post-secondary institution
Paying for an application fee with a fraudulent credit card

Making changes to your application after submission

Once you've submitted your application, you can make changes to your email address, mailing address, and release of information under the "Application Summary" tab in your application portal.

If you've made an error in your application, please contact your admissions team. You can find their contact information in either the admission requirement PDF for your program or in the "Questions" tab under "Contact Us" in your application portal.