The Bachelor’s in Geology at Lakehead University is a 4 years long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
Lakehead University is a reputable institution of higher education located in Ontario, Canada, with campuses in Thunder Bay and Orillia. Founded in 1965, Lakehead offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields, including arts, sciences, business, engineering, and health. The university is renowned for its exceptional research initiatives, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and addressing real-world challenges. Lakehead provides students with a supportive and inclusive learning environment, fostering critical thinking, innovation, and community engagement. With a commitment to sustainability and Indigenous education, Lakehead University prepares graduates to become future leaders and make a positive impact in their chosen fields and society at large.
Geology is a qualitative science that combines elements of physics, chemistry, biology and other sciences to study the Earth, the processes that make up the Earth, and the history of our planet. Our location amidst the Canadian Shield functions as an outdoor lab and classroom. Our faculty regularly holds classes outside and organizes field trips and extended field schools to take advantage of the superior environment and give you practical training that is highly valued by the industry from day one. Our faculty collaborates with industry, government, and other academics with research covering the spectrum, from pure to applied science. This breadth of expertise and course content can meet the interests of any student in the program. Our program is designed to ensure that you will have the necessary courses to register as a Professional Geologist with APGO, which is required to work as a geologist in Ontario. This experience makes our students highly employable post-graduation. Show less
As a first year Geology student you will be required to take:
Geology 1111 – Planet Earth with Laboratory Geology 1131 – Crust of the Earth with Laboratory Physics 1113 and 1133 – Physics Essentials I & II OR Physics 1211 and 1212 – Introductory Physics I & II Mathematics 1210 and 1230 – Calculus I & II for Engineers OR Mathematics 1151 and 1152 – Calculus I & II for Social and Life Sciences OR Mathematics 1171 and 1172 – Calculus I & II Chemistry 1110 & 1130 – Introductory Chemistry I & II English 1015 – Introduction to Academic Writing OR English 1016 – Introduction to Professional Writing
One half course elective
You will experience a balance of lectures, seminars, labs and field work to ensure a well-rounded education
Our first year Geology courses will expose you to a broad range of topics that you will study more in-depth as you proceed throughout your degree, including: Mineralogy Petrology Environmental Geology Economic Geology Sedimentology Geophysics Plate Tectonics
Lakehead University is a distinguished institution of higher education located in Thunder Bay and Orillia, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1965, the university is committed to providing a transformative learning experience that prepares students for success in their careers and lives. Lakehead offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, business, engineering, health, and social sciences. With a focus on research excellence, Lakehead University encourages innovative thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration to address complex global challenges. The university is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, promoting sustainability, and engaging with Indigenous knowledge and cultures. With its state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated faculty, and commitment to experiential learning, Lakehead University continues to inspire and empower students to reach their full potential and make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required. You need to be either: - A native English speaker - Studied a degree in English before - Can demonstrate a high level of English - Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: High School.
The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.
