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Bachelor of Geography at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen

International students can study the Geography at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 23, 2027.

About Bachelor of Geography

Broad And Flexible Program

Students who pursue a minor in geography may choose from a broad, flexible program that meets personal educational goals and interests, including careers and graduate study in physical or human geography, planning or applied geography.

Applied-Learning Opportunities

The program focuses on providing you with hands-on, applied learning, opportunities to learn mapping technology, computer mapping techniques, analyzing spatial data from a variety of perspectives, to solve problems from local to global scales.

These problems span anything that is map oriented, such as deforestation, climate change, population growth and migration, social inequity, and natural disasters such as droughts, floods, and hurricane impacts.

Geographers use many kinds of spatial data to look for patterns and possible solutions to these complex problems.

Design a map that clearly demonstrates a geographic pattern or process

Read and explain information displayed on specialized thematic maps

Collect data and information related to geographic problems

Critically assess the format, value, and limitations of various data and information sources

Manipulate geographic information in digital formats

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Geography at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Entry Requirements

Completed online application.
- Fall Deadline: April 1
- Spring Deadline: October 15
Non-refundable $80 application fee (check or money order in U.S. dollars and drawn on a U.S. bank, payable to UNCW).
Official high school (secondary school) transcript, translated into English (translation must be certified).
Translated transcripts from institutions attended beyond secondary school.
- If the applicant wishes to receive academic credit, these transcripts (unless from a U.S. institution) must be evaluated by an accredited credential evaluation service. The applicant must choose a company that belongs to the National Association of Credential Evaluators (NACES).
TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, or Pearson Test of English score unless:
- English is applicant's native language.
- Applicant has completed 2 college-level courses in English composition at a U.S. college or university with a grade of B or higher.
- A student successfully completes Level 4 in UNCW's ESL program.

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 71

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Geography

Our alumni are:

Produce data layers, maps, graphs and reports using GIS technology. (Source)

Measure, record or evaluate geological data, using sonic, electronic, electrical, seismic or gravity-measuring instruments to prospect for oil or gas. (Source)

Collect, measure and interpret geographic information to create and update maps and charts for regional planning, education and other purposes. (Source)

Determine the data a project calls for, typically on behalf of surveyors, engineers and remote sensing scientists. (Source)

Study the weather and climate. (source)

Collect soil data, consult, investigate, evaluate, interpret, plan or inspect in relation to soil science. (Source)

Evaluate scientific data and research about the climate. (Source)

Assess and plan the use of land, community areas and other urban locations.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Geography at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Application Fee 80

How to Apply for Bachelor of Geography at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

Common Application: Application option 1 for future first-year students.

UNCW Application: Application option 3 for future first-year students and students enrolling in an online accelerated program such as RN to BSN or RRT to BSRT.

Bachelor of Geography at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen