Associate Of Arts - Geography

Academic Requirements

The Associate of Arts Degree in Geography at Kwantlen Polytechnic University has specific academic requirements that prospective students must meet. Here are the key points to consider:

• Minimum GPA: The minimum grade required in each course is a C.
• International Students: The Faculty's Admission Requirements, which consist of KPU's undergraduate English Proficiency Requirement, apply to this program. For international students, it is essential to ensure that all documentation is in order and meets the university's standards.
• Transcripts: Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
• Prerequisite Courses: Students must complete at least 60 credits, including the following courses:
  • Year 1:
    • GEOG 1101 - Human Geography (3 credits)
    • GEOG 1102 - Physical Geography (4 credits)
  • Year 2:
    • GEOG 2250 - The City (3 credits)
    • GEOG 2400 - Introduction to GIS (3 credits)
    • GEOG 2310 or GEOG 2320 - Climatology or Geomorphology (3 credits)
    • Select one of the following (3 credits):
      • GEOG 1160 - Geography of British Columbia
      • GEOG 2140 - Geography of Canada
      • GEOG 2185 - Geography of East Asia
      • GEOG 2190 - Geography of South Asia

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Language Requirements

To be eligible for the Associate of Arts - Geography program at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English through one of the following accepted tests:

• Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Score of 70 or higher with no sub score less than 60, taken within the last two years from the term of admission.
• Duolingo English Test: Score of 110 or higher, taken within the last two years from the term of admission.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Test: overall band of 6.5 or higher, with a minimum 6.0 in each band, taken within the last two years from the term of admission.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Score of 61 or higher, taken within the last two years from the term of admission.
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): iBT 88 or higher, with no sub score less than 20, taken within the last two years from the term of admission.
• Accuplacer: Reading score of 260, Writing score of 250 and WritePlacer Essay score of 6, or higher, taken within the last 2 years from the term of admission.

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DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.