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Student Guide

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Graduate Certificate in Applied Geological Engineering

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Graduate Programs (M.Eng., M.A.Sc., Ph.D.)

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Contact Us

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Board of Study

The Geological Engineering program is jointly administered by the Faculty of Applied Science and the Department of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences. Oversight is provided by the Board of Study, a collaborative advisory body composed of faculty members, student representatives, and external advisors from industry. The Board guides curriculum planning, program development, and strategic direction for Geological Engineering.
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Graduates & Professional Development

Explore UBC Geological Engineering’s graduate programs, including MEng, MASc, PhD, and a Graduate Certificate, integrating Earth Sciences and Engineering across diverse pathways.
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About

Geological Engineering at UBC combines Earth science and engineering to train students to solve complex environmental and infrastructure challenges.
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Undergraduates

Explore the one-of-a-kind UBC Geological Engineering program, including career opportunities, application steps, and a comprehensive program guide—plus student experiences from GeoRox, field schools, and engineering design projects and competitions.
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Research

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Research Groups

Meet the research groups behind Geological Engineering research and innovation.
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