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Hons in Human Geography (HBA)

Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #32

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Offered by University of Toronto in Toronto, Canada, Hons in Human Geography (HBA) is a honours degree in Geography programme. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 66,356 per year.

At a glance

Degree: Honours Degree

Field: Geography

Duration: 4 years

International tuition: CAD 66,356 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: future.utoronto.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Human Geography (HBA) at the University of Toronto examines the social and economic problems of human settlement and land use and the key factors that shape societies, economies, regions and cities. The program is offered at both the University of Toronto Scarborough and St. George campuses as a Specialist, Major or Minor, structured around three concentrations: environmental geography, urban geography, and social and cultural geography. Students gain practical experience through fieldwork and empirical studies from their first year onward. No co-op component is required, and a combined-degree route with the Master of Teaching is available, extending total study to six years. About 91% of graduates report being employed within two years of graduation, in roles such as policy analyst, urban planner, GIS analyst, sustainability coordinator or development worker. The program runs over four years of full-time study.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Ontario applicants need the Ontario Secondary School Diploma with six 4U/M courses including English (ENG4U/EAE4U); the co-op component of Grade 12 courses is not used for admission. Admission requires a minimum of 70% in English, with a mid-70s overall average typical. The program is offered at both the Scarborough campus (OUAC code TUD) and the St. George campus (OUAC code TAX).

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About University of Toronto

“Velut arbor ævo”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1827

Students: 103,140

QS rank: #32

Programs: 507

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Hons in Human Geography (HBA) award?

University of Toronto awards a Honours Degree in the field of Geography on completion of this programme.

How long does Hons in Human Geography (HBA) take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Hons in Human Geography (HBA) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 66,356 per year.

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