Dalhousie University

Nova Scotia

Canada

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Earth Sciences at Dalhousie University, offered by the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, provides a comprehensive understanding of our planet's evolution, composition, processes, and future. Students delve into the fundamentals of geological structure formation and deep geosphere changes, complemented by weekly labs for geological research and rock identification. The curriculum extends beyond geosciences to include the atmosphere, hydrosphere, oceans, and biosphere. A strong emphasis on experiential learning includes fieldwork exploring Nova Scotia's geology, an Advanced Field School, and study abroad opportunities in locations like Italy, Chile, or England. The program also encourages participation in a co-op education program, preparing students for diverse career paths.

Location

6299 South Street, Halifax, B3H 4R2

Website

https://www.dal.ca/admissions/apply.html

Median Salary

$38,500

Ranking

#325

US World and News Report

#251

The World University Rankings

#275

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

70%

Cost and Scholarships

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Funding Options

Scholarship

Merit Scholarship

Need-Based Aid

Scholarships

Entrance Awards/Scholarships - Available for undergraduate students based on academic merit, financial need, and leadership qualities. High school applicants are encouraged to apply early to meet the February 15 deadline for general entrance awards.; Dalhousie International Entrance Scholarship - Notable scholarship for international students.; President's Entrance Scholarship - Notable scholarship.; H.L. Stewart Memorial Scholarship - Awarded annually to the student with the best record entering the final year of an Honours Philosophy degree program.; Roland Puccetti Undergraduate Award - Awarded annually to the undergraduate student with the best essay submitted for course credit in an upper-year (3000/4000) philosophy class.; Dr. Susan Leslie (Sue) Campbell Bursary - Provides a bursary to one or more fourth-year undergraduate students enrolled in the Department of Philosophy, and/or undergraduate fourth-year students from any other program at Dalhousie University who have taken at least two courses in the Department of Philosophy. Students must demonstrate financial need and satisfactory academic standing.; Merit-based scholarships (CAD 20,500) - Range from CAD $1,000 to CAD $40,000 or more per year.; Need-based financial aid - Available based on financial need and other criteria such as community involvement and leadership.; International grants and tuition waivers - Available for international students and other eligible candidates.; Undergraduate Bursary Program - Provides funds to assist students in financial need.; Student loans - Canadian and U.S. government loans, student lines of credit, and university temporary loans.; Work and study - Including summer employment, part-time jobs, co-op options, and job career services.

Entrance Scholarships
Bursaries
Entrance Scholarship Consideration
Merit-based scholarships
Need-based financial aid
International Undergraduate Scholarships
Entrance Scholarship
Entrance Awards
International grants and tuition waivers
In-Course Scholarships
General Entrance Awards
Undergraduate Entrance Award
Fall Undergraduate Bursary
Winter Undergraduate Bursary
Corp Finance International Limited Indian Scholarship
Richard & Melda Murray Scholarship
General Entrance Award
Early Entrance Awards
Undergraduate Scholarships, Student Employment, and Bursaries
Undergraduate Scholarships and Bursaries
Automatic Early Entrance Awards (EEA)
Other Awards
First Nations and Indigenous Black (FNIB) Scholarships
Dalhousie In-Course Scholarships
Canada Student Loans Program (CSLP)
Canada Student Grants
Automatic Early Entrance Awards
General Entrance Awards Program
Early Application Incentive
Early Entrance Awards (International high school students)
Entrance Awards/Scholarships
Dalhousie International Entrance Scholarship
President's Entrance Scholarship
H.L. Stewart Memorial Scholarship
Roland Puccetti Undergraduate Award
Dr. Susan Leslie (Sue) Campbell Bursary
Undergraduate Bursary Program
Student loans
Work and study
Early Entrance Awards (EEA)
Global Scholars Awards (GSA)
Fountain Undergraduate Performing Arts Scholarships (Theatre) - Stage Design and Technical Theatre (Renewable)
Fountain Undergraduate Performing Arts Scholarships (Theatre) - Stage Design and Technical Theatre (4th Year)