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Geography (Certificate)

Université Laval

Québec, Quebec, Canada•QS 2027 #526 =

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Offered by Université Laval in Québec, Canada, Geography (Certificate) is a certificate in Geography programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered in a hybrid format. Tuition for international students is CAD 903 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Geography
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: Hybrid
Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit
International tuition: CAD 903 / credit

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: ulaval.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This certificate introduces the fundamental concepts and principles of geography, examining environmental, geopolitical, sociocultural and economic questions that shape regional and global issues. Students analyze natural environments and explore the physical and human geography of major world regions, building a broad-based understanding of spatial relationships and territorial dynamics. The program totals 30 credits, with up to 15 credits eligible for recognition of prior learning, and is estimated at one year of full-time study. It can be followed partially or entirely at a distance, with hybrid and comodal course formats also available. Admission is offered for the Fall, Winter and Summer terms. The certificate suits students seeking a foundational credential in geography as a complement to other studies or professional interests, delivered through Université Laval's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Quebec applicants need any DEC diploma. Applicants educated elsewhere in Canada need a secondary school diploma plus one year of university study. International applicants need 13 years of pre-university study, or 12 years plus one year of higher education, or a French baccalauréat, or a Belgian certificate. Applicants who are not native French speakers must score at least 361/699 on the TCF-TP test and at least 8/20 on its written-expression component.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

About Université Laval

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1852
Students: 56,000
QS rank: #526 =
Programs: 543
Location: Québec, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Geography (Certificate) award?

Université Laval awards a Certificate in the field of Geography on completion of this programme.

How long does Geography (Certificate) take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Geography (Certificate) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 903 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

Can Geography (Certificate) be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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