Faculty of Science
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Earth and Ocean Sciences

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UBC's Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences (EOAS) is a dynamic, interdisciplinary department where basic sciences of physics, chemistry, geology, mathematics, computing and biology are applied to understand how the Earth and planets work. Students are gaining the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for addressing challenges and opportunities related to resource and water exploration or management; climate change; coastal, mountain and other natural hazards; ocean systems; and more. Research disciplines encompass geological sciences, geophysics, geological engineering, hydrogeology, and oceanography, as well as atmospheric, environmental and planetary sciences. Programs of study are integrated and flexible. 

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Geological & Environmental Science Competencies

  • Geology Expertise in Mineralogy, Petrology, Geologic Time & Fieldwork
  • Oceanographic & Earth Systems Science (Integrating Math, Physics, Chemistry & Biology)
  • Applied Fieldwork, Laboratory Procedures & Environmental Data Collection

Quantitative Analysis & Technical Computing

  • Scientific Programming & Data Analysis (Python, GitHub)
  • Quantitative Problem-Solving Across Mathematical & Physical Disciplines
  • Advanced Data Collection, Analytical Modeling & Multidisciplinary Research

Project Management & Professional Capabilities

  • Up to 16 Months of Relevant Work Experience & Self-Directed Project Delivery
  • End-to-End Project Design, Execution & Technical Decision-Making

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170-6221 University Boulevard V6T 1Z1
604 822 9677
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Office of the Dean, Earth Sciences Building
2178–2207 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC Canada
V6T 1Z4
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