“Being a geography student allowed me to better understand how the world is organized and how it functions, with location being its key characteristic. I focused my studies on mapping theory and software that directly helps me in my current job where I manage spatial data.”
– Jami Cameron (BSc Geography) Land Information Technologist, Manitoba Hydro
Geography
Geography is a discipline that integrates the natural and social sciences; it explains how human and environmental systems function and interact.
The University of Winnipeg Geography program is divided into four areas of study:
Physical Geography examines components of the natural environment including landforms, weather and climate, soils and vegetative systems, and their impacts on humans.
Human Geography focuses on variations in the “human landscape” around the world–its agricultural systems, cities, industries, cultural expressions, and the particular problems faced by different societies.
Regional Geography combines both the physical and human features within specific areas of the world and provides a comprehensive understanding of the area in question.
Geomatics courses develop skills in cartography, map reading, satellite image analysis, geographic information systems analysis, and the statistical analysis of spatial and non-spatial datasets.
This program can lead to a Bachelor of Science Degree (3-year, 4-year, or Honours) or a Bachelor of Arts Degree (3-year, 4-year, or Honours). Students taking an undergraduate degree in another major may choose to add a Minor in Geography as a secondary area of interest.
Required High School Courses
You must meet The University of Winnipeg’s general admission requirements. For Science: You must also have either Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S or Applied Mathematics 40S. Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S, and /or Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S may also be required, depending on your course choices.
Ready to Apply?
Get StartedQuestions about the application process? Contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
“Being a geography student allowed me to better understand how the world is organized and how it functions, with location being its key characteristic. I focused my studies on mapping theory and software that directly helps me in my current job where I manage spatial data.”
– Jami Cameron (BSc Geography) Land Information Technologist, Manitoba Hydro
Program Contacts
Dr. Matt Dyce
Department Chair
phone: 204.786-9370
email: m.dyce@uwinnipeg.ca
Visit the Geography Department website
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this webpage differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
How to Apply
For details on application requirements and deadlines, and to apply online, please visit: uwinnipeg.ca/apply
For more information contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this fact sheet differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
Program Contacts
Dr. Matt Dyce
Department Chair
phone: 204.786-9370
email: m.dyce@uwinnipeg.ca
website: uwinnipeg.ca/geography
Last Updated: 08/01/2024
“Being a geography student allowed me to better understand how the world is organized and how it functions, with location being its key characteristic. I focused my studies on mapping theory and software that directly helps me in my current job where I manage spatial data.”
– Jami Cameron (BSc Geography) Land Information Technologist, Manitoba Hydro
Last Updated: 08/01/2024