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BA/BS in Geology

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #30

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BA/BS in Geology at McGill University in Montréal, Canada is a bachelor's degree in Earth Sciences & Geology programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 64,786 per year.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Earth Sciences & Geology
International tuition: CAD 64,786 / year

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: mcgill.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Geology major at McGill, offered through the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, provides a foundation in earth science subjects including geology, meteorology, and oceanography, with further study in environmental geosciences such as petrology, mineralogy, geochemistry, hydrogeology, and volcanology. Coursework includes Introductory Mineralogy, Introductory Petrology, and Principles of Geochemistry, combined with hands-on field-based studies. The program meets the academic requirements shared by professional orders for geologists and environmental geoscientists in most Canadian provinces. Complementary minors are available in GIS and Remote Sensing, Natural History, Environment, and Earth System Science. Related majors include Physics and Geophysics, Earth System Sciences, and Economics and the Earth's Environment. Graduates pursue careers such as environmental geologist, exploration geologist, mine geologist, hydrogeologist, and geotechnical project coordinator, in industry, teaching, and research. Applicants apply through the Faculty of Science.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants apply through the Faculty of Science. McGill's admission requirements vary by educational background (Quebec CEGEP or high school, Ontario high school, other Canadian high school, U.S. high school, international curricula, home-schooling, university transfer, or mature-student status); grades equal to or above the published minimums do not guarantee admission, and the review may consider the complete academic record. English proficiency is required unless exempt: IELTS Academic 6.5 with no component below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 90, Duolingo English Test 125, or PTE Academic 65.

About McGill University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
QS rank: #30
Programs: 323
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Geology award?

McGill University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Earth Sciences & Geology on completion of this programme.

How much does BA/BS in Geology cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 64,786 per year.

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