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BA/BS in Geological Engineering

University of Waterloo

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #113 =

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University of Waterloo offers BA/BS in Geological Engineering, a bachelor's degree in Earth Sciences & Geology programme in Waterloo, Canada. Tuition for international students is CAD 34,942 per semester.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Earth Sciences & Geology
International tuition: CAD 34,942 / semester

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Geological Engineering at the University of Waterloo combines Civil Engineering coursework in design and problem-solving with Earth Sciences coursework in geoscience fundamentals, applying engineering principles to geological materials and processes. Upper-year courses cover geotechnical design, rock and soil mechanics, hydrogeology, and geophysics. The program is offered exclusively in the co-op format; students alternate between academic study terms and paid work terms throughout the degree, with no regular, non-co-op option available. Admission is assessed individually, with admission averages typically in the mid-to-high 80s. Ontario applicants require Advanced Functions, Calculus and Vectors, Chemistry, and Physics, together with Grade 12 U English, each with a minimum final grade of 70%. Graduates are awarded a Bachelor of Applied Science in Geological Engineering.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission averages are individually assessed, typically in the mid-to-high 80s. Ontario applicants require Advanced Functions, Calculus and Vectors, Chemistry, and Physics, together with Grade 12 U English (ENG4U), each with a minimum final grade of 70%.

About University of Waterloo

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1957
Students: 41,000
QS rank: #113 =
Programs: 297
Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Geological Engineering award?

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

How much does BA/BS in Geological Engineering cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 34,942 per semester.

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