Program Details

Earth and Atmospheric Science School: York University Faculty: Science and Engineering Degree: Bachelor Field of Study: Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General Geology/Earth Science, General Description: Earth Science - Instruction in the Earth sciences includes the application of traditional geophysical techniques to environmental assessment and monitoring. One of the most important applications is the discovery and management of petroleum and mineral resources which accounts for a large part of the Canadian economy. Atmospheric Science - The most important application in the field of Atmospheric Science is weather prediction. In Canada, weather is undoubtedly one of the most influential factors in our daily social and economic activities and is also a major concern in travel safety. Increasingly, human impact on natural systems such as the ozone layer, sea levels and rain forests pose environmental hazards whose assessment depends on our understanding of the composition, chemistry and dynamics of the Earth, its atmosphere, ionosphere and magnetosphere. Website: Earth and Atmospheric Science at York University Course Based? Yes Length: 4 Year(s) Careers: 2 career(s) Admission Requirements Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*: 76 to 83 Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English Grade 12 Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus Grade 12 Chemistry Grade 12 Physics Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors Deadlines: Application Deadline Start Date February 1, 2013 * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.