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Bachelor of Geography & Geospatial Sciences at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Geography & Geospatial Sciences at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 23, 2027.

About Bachelor of Geography & Geospatial Sciences

Broad And Flexible Program

Our bachelor's degree allows you to 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

Through our B.A. in Geography and Geospatial Science program, you will receive hands-on, applied learning opportunities in mapping technology, computer mapping techniques, analyzing spatial data from a variety of perspectives and 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 workable solutions to these complex problems.

Design a map that clearly demonstrates a geographic pattern or process and read and explain information displayed on specialized thematic maps

Collect data and information related to geographic problems and manipulate geographic information in digital formats

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

Determine and explain how a general geographic model or concept applies to a specific place, culture, or environmental system

Deliver an oral presentation that clearly explains geographical methods and concepts

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Geography & Geospatial Sciences 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 & Geospatial Sciences

Our alumni are:

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

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

Collect, measure, and interpret geographic information in order to create and update maps and charts for regional planning, education, and other purposes.

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

Study the weather and climate.

Collect soil data, consultation, investigation, evaluation, interpretation, planning or inspection relating to soil science.

Evaluate scientific data and research about the climate.

Professionals who plan the uses of land within cities and communities based on what those communities need.

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

Application Fee 80

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

University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)

United States of America, Aberdeen