BSc in Atmospheric Sciences and BSc Environmental Earth Sciences
Contact:
Warren Elgersma
Chairperson
Program Information:
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: (403) 342-3400 OR 1-888-732-4630
One-Year University Transfer Program
Earth and Atmospheric Sciences is the study of the atmosphere, surface and interior of the earth.
For the most current university program and transfer information, see Planning Guides in Academic Advising.
Related Careers
All levels of government
- planning commissions
- urban and housing project planning
- parks and recreation planning
- energy and natural resources planning
- overseas service
Teaching (with BEd)
Cartography (map-making)
The Program
RDC offers the first year of university study toward BSc Atmospheric Sciences/Environmental Earth Sciences.
Transfer Features
The courses offered in this program can be transferred to most universities.
Admission Requirements
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Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the
Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.
1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. ELA 30-1
b. Mathematics 30-1
c. Chemistry 30
d. Physics 30
e. Biology 30* OR
f. Subject from Group A, B, or C
OR
2. Mature Student
You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:
a. ELA 30-1
b. Mathematics 30-1
c. Chemistry 30
d. Physics 30
e. Biology 30*
* For the Environmental Earth Sciences program only.
Program Content (Please note these credits are U of A credits.)
University of Alberta
Environmental Earth Sciences
Atmospheric Sciences
Program Cost Estimates