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Bachelor of Arts in Geocomputing Mount Allison University Mount Allison University, Canada

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CAD 20210

Tuition Fee (CAD)

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CAD 50

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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90

TOEFL

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65%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Geocomputing is an applied program that combines theory and practice of computer science and geography. The program gives students expertise to study and understand spatial dimensions of social and environmental problems such as minimizing environmental impacts and identifying critical habitat.

At Mount Allison, Geocomputing combines theory and practice of computing and geography, offering students a new way to look at the world.

Students in Geocomputing take courses in computer science, environmental science, and environmental studies, with spatial computing (geographic information systems) at the heart.

In Computer Science, you'll look at subjects like:

  • Programming techniques
  • Algorithms
  • Discrete structures
  • Data structures
  • Database systems
  • Object-oriented design and methodology
  • Computers and society

In Environment and Geography, you'll look at subjects like:

  • Geographic information systems (GIS)
  • The physical environment
  • The human environment
  • Data analysis
  • Resources management and environmental policies

In their final year, students complete an applied capstone project that integrates both fields.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 20

Program Intensity Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2024

Closed

Jan 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 90.0  Minimum Listening - 17.0  Minimum Reading - 18.0  Minimum Writing - 17.0  Minimum Speaking - 20.0  
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 51
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 110.0  Minimum Literacy - 120.0  Minimum Comprehension - 125.0  Minimum Conversation - 110.0  Minimum Production - 95.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • Grade 12 Math

6.5 IELTS Score
90 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

20210

Tuition Fee
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CAD 50

Application Fee
(CAD)

12000 Per year

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