
Geomatics Engineering — Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc in Eng)
Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- 4 yearsDuration
- Main Campus, CanadaLocation
- Schulich School of EngineeringField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Main CampusCampus
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc in Eng)Awards
- $41,487Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Geomatics engineers ask questions such as: How can we position autonomous vehicles? How should location data for natural resources, healthcare and transportation be collected and managed?
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How can aerial and satellite images be captured and used to observe climate change? Geomatics engineering is an information technology discipline that deals with the acquisition, modelling, analysis and management of spatial data. Geomatics engineers work in diverse teams in a discipline that is at the intersection of electrical, civil and mechanical engineering, math, physics, geography and law. Geomatics is a growing information technology field, which means the techniques and skills you’ll gain will be in high demand within a wide range of real-world work environments. While the program requires a good understanding of math, physics and computer programing, much of your learning will occur through practical exercises using the latest industry-standard technologies. This program is fully accredited by both the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board and the Canadian Board of Examiners for Professional Surveyors. Like other engineering programs, it features a common first-year, which consists of 10 courses in mathematics, sciences, computing, engineering principles, communications and design. These courses will provide you with a solid foundation for your engineering training, and introduce you to a variety of engineering disciplines. You'll apply for admission specifically to the geomatics engineering program at the end of your first year. Polytechnic transfer pathway Students with an approved diploma in geomatics engineering technology can earn their BSc in Geomatics Engineering in just three years through our polytechnic transfer pathway.
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- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
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University & programme
- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
International Baccalaureate (IB) — required courses for admission: Before entering this engineering major students experience a well-rounded, strong, fundamental engineering education through our common core of first-year courses.; See our Engineering (common first year) admission requirements.; You are guaranteed your choice of major when you successfully complete all 10 technical common-core courses in your first year. | International Baccalaureate (IB) — additional admission details: Transfer applicants who do not have the 8 required courses will be considered for the Engineering common first year. All applicants must meet the English language requirement to be considered for admission. Applicants who present Mathematical Studies (SL) need to meet a higher admission average. Estimated competitive average for those who present Mathematical Studies (SL) is 33 By presenting your IB Diploma you'll be considered for admissions based on your overall diploma score. Those who do not complete the diploma will be considered based on the 5 courses required for admission. Mathematics Analysis and Approaches (HL or SL) or Applications and Interpretations (HL or SL) Mathematics Analysis and Approaches (HL or SL) or Applications and Interpretations (HL or SL) can be used as two distinct approved courses (Mathematics and Calculus). | General Certificate of Education (IGCSE/GCSE and GCE AS/A Levels) — required courses for admission: Before entering this engineering major students experience a well-rounded, strong, fundamental engineering education through our common core of first-year courses.; See our Engineering (common first year) admission requirements.; You are guaranteed your choice of major when you successfully complete all 10 technical common-core courses in your first year. | General Certificate of Education (IGCSE/GCSE and GCE AS/A Levels) — additional admission details: Transfer applicants who do not have the 8 required courses will be considered for the Engineering common first year. All applicants must meet the English language requirement to be considered for admission. Please note that applicants who have completed only English as a Second Language (ESL) will be required to submit an English language proficiency test. Applicants without Calculus or equivalent may be considered at a higher average. Students who are admitted to the School under these conditions, will require enrolment in an alternative calculus stream. Applicants with fewer than 12 units of transferable post-secondary coursework will be considered as high school applicants. Admission averages are calculated using program-specific approved courses based on one of the combinations below: Students completing or who have completed the GCE curriculum will be considered using five academic courses. Applicants can be considered with two courses at Advanced Level (A) and three GCSE/Ordinary Level, or four courses at Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) and one at the GCSE/Ordinary Level. For GCSE/Ordinary Levels, grades of D or E (or 1, 2, or 3) are not accepted. Students currently completing AS or A Level courses must submit predicted grades. Students will automatically receive advanced credit in approved A Level courses where they present grades of A, B, or C GCSE Mathematics may be used to satisfy “Mathematics” course requirement. GCSE Additional Math may be used to satisfy “Calculus” course requirement. GCE Advanced or AS Mathematics may be used to satisfy both the Mathematics and Calculus requirements. Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP) courses or previously completed SAT2 subject tests are accepted. | Estimated competitive admission average — General Certificate of Education (IGCSE/GCSE and GCE AS/A Levels): Admission averages are competitive. Meeting the requirements for your program does not guarantee admission. These are the requirements the University of Calgary publishes for high-school applicants on the two curriculum-neutral international education systems it lists (International Baccalaureate and the General Certificate of Education). The University publishes a separate requirement set for each of roughly 230 other national education systems on this same programme page, selected through the ' · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: English Language Proficiency may be met without a test by any one of: three years of formal full-time study in English at a secondary school in a University of Calgary exempt country or accredited to offer Canadian, American or British curricula; two years of formal full-time study in English at an accredited or recognised post-secondary institution in Canada or a University of Calgary approved English-speaking country; 80% or better in Alberta English Language Arts 30-1 or equivalent; 5 or better in IB Higher or Standard Level English A (Literature or Language and Literature) or 6 or better in Higher Level English B; 4 or better in Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition or English Language and Composition; grade A or B (6 or higher on the GCSE 9-point scale) in GCSE-level, A/S-level or A-level English (non-ESL); three years at a school in English that is an accredited member of the Council of International Schools including a senior academic English course; or a University of Calgary English credit course, comparative literature course or university equivalent with a final grade of B- or better. The published exempt-country list is: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, American Samoa, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Cameroon (English curriculum), Cayman Islands, Cook Islands, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guam, Guyana, India, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Marshall Island, Mauritius (English curriculum), Montserrat, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Puerto Rico (English curriculum), Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, Saint Helena, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States of America, US Virgin Islands, Zambia, Zimbabwe. Sources: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements and A.12 English Language Proficiency, https://calendar.ucalgary.ca/pages/e9845c2c03e84596bcaf892d52666fbf · Application fee: CAD 145.00 for applicants with any international education (CAD 125.00 for applicants with Canadian education only), non-refundable, paid on submission of the online application. Source: University of Calgary How to apply, https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$41,487 CAD / year≈ $30,505 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsThe University of Calgary states it offers more than CAD 22 million in scholarships, awards and bursaries each year to prospective high school students and that the Entrance Award program is available for both Canadian and international applicants; 35% of incoming students receive an award in their first year. Automatic admission awards include the President's Admission Scholarship, valued at CAD 5,000, given to any student with an admission average of 95% or higher. High School Awards and Bursaries cover 1,100+ awards ranging from CAD 500 to CAD 10,000. Prestige awards are valued from CAD 20,000 to CAD 100,000 and many are renewable. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: International Baccalaureate (IB): Application dates for International applicants to the Fall 2027 intake August 15, 2026 to April 1, 2027 | General Certificate of Education (IGCSE/GCSE and GCE AS/A Levels): Application dates for International applicants…
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Geomatics Engineering — Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc in Eng) cost?
CAD 41,487 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
4 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
International Baccalaureate (IB) — required courses for admission: Before entering this engineering major students experience a well-rounded, strong, fundamental engineering education through our common core of first-year courses.; See our Engineering (common first year) admission requirements.; You are guaranteed your choice of major when you successfully complete all 10 technical common-core courses in your first year. | International Baccalaureate (IB) — additional admission details: Transfer applicants who do not have the 8 required courses will be considered for the Engineering common first year. All applicants must meet the English language requirement to be considered for admission. Applicants who present Mathematical Studies (SL) need to meet a higher admission average. Estimated competitive average for those who present Mathematical Studies (SL) is 33 By presenting your IB Diploma you'll be considered for admissions based on your overall diploma score. Those who do not complete the diploma will be considered based on the 5 courses required for admission. Mathematics Analysis and Approaches (HL or SL) or Applications and Interpretations (HL or SL) Mathematics Analysis and Approaches (HL or SL) or Applications and Interpretations (HL or SL) can be used as two distinct approved courses (Mathematics and Calculus). | General Certificate of Education (IGCSE/GCSE and GCE AS/A Levels) — required courses for admission: Before entering this engineering major students experience a well-rounded, strong, fundamental engineering education through our common core of first-year courses.; See our Engineering (common first year) admission requirements.; You are guaranteed your choice of major when you successfully complete all 10 technical common-core courses in your first year. | General Certificate of Education (IGCSE/GCSE and GCE AS/A Levels) — additional admission details: Transfer applicants who do not have the 8 required courses will be considered for the Engineering common first year. All applicants must meet the English language requirement to be considered for admission. Please note that applicants who have completed only English as a Second Language (ESL) will be required to submit an English language proficiency test. Applicants without Calculus or equivalent may be considered at a higher average. Students who are admitted to the School under these conditions, will require enrolment in an alternative calculus stream. Applicants with fewer than 12 units of transferable post-secondary coursework will be considered as high school applicants. Admission averages are calculated using program-specific approved courses based on one of the combinations below: Students completing or who have completed the GCE curriculum will be considered using five academic courses. Applicants can be considered with two courses at Advanced Level (A) and three GCSE/Ordinary Level, or four courses at Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) and one at the GCSE/Ordinary Level. For GCSE/Ordinary Levels, grades of D or E (or 1, 2, or 3) are not accepted. Students currently completing AS or A Level courses must submit predicted grades. Students will automatically receive advanced credit in approved A Level courses where they present grades of A, B, or C GCSE Mathematics may be used to satisfy “Mathematics” course requirement. GCSE Additional Math may be used to satisfy “Calculus” course requirement. GCE Advanced or AS Mathematics may be used to satisfy both the Mathematics and Calculus requirements. Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP) courses or previously completed SAT2 subject tests are accepted. | Estimated competitive admission average — General Certificate of Education (IGCSE/GCSE and GCE AS/A Levels): Admission averages are competitive. Meeting the requirements for your program does not guarantee admission. These are the requirements the University of Calgary publishes for high-school applicants on the two curriculum-neutral international education systems it lists (International Baccalaureate and the General Certificate of Education). The University publishes a separate requirement set for each of roughly 230 other national education systems on this same programme page, selected through the ' · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: English Language Proficiency may be met without a test by any one of: three years of formal full-time study in English at a secondary school in a University of Calgary exempt country or accredited to offer Canadian, American or British curricula; two years of formal full-time study in English at an accredited or recognised post-secondary institution in Canada or a University of Calgary approved English-speaking country; 80% or better in Alberta English Language Arts 30-1 or equivalent; 5 or better in IB Higher or Standard Level English A (Literature or Language and Literature) or 6 or better in Higher Level English B; 4 or better in Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition or English Language and Composition; grade A or B (6 or higher on the GCSE 9-point scale) in GCSE-level, A/S-level or A-level English (non-ESL); three years at a school in English that is an accredited member of the Council of International Schools including a senior academic English course; or a University of Calgary English credit course, comparative literature course or university equivalent with a final grade of B- or better. The published exempt-country list is: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, American Samoa, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Cameroon (English curriculum), Cayman Islands, Cook Islands, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guam, Guyana, India, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Marshall Island, Mauritius (English curriculum), Montserrat, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Puerto Rico (English curriculum), Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, Saint Helena, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States of America, US Virgin Islands, Zambia, Zimbabwe. Sources: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements and A.12 English Language Proficiency, https://calendar.ucalgary.ca/pages/e9845c2c03e84596bcaf892d52666fbf · Application fee: CAD 145.00 for applicants with any international education (CAD 125.00 for applicants with Canadian education only), non-refundable, paid on submission of the online application. Source: University of Calgary How to apply, https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply
Is there a scholarship?
The University of Calgary states it offers more than CAD 22 million in scholarships, awards and bursaries each year to prospective high school students and that the Entrance Award program is available for both Canadian and international applicants; 35% of incoming students receive an award in their first year. Automatic admission awards include the President's Admission Scholarship, valued at CAD 5,000, given to any student with an admission average of 95% or higher. High School Awards and Bursaries cover 1,100+ awards ranging from CAD 500 to CAD 10,000. Prestige awards are valued from CAD 20,000 to CAD 100,000 and many are renewable. Source View scholarship page
Is it accredited?
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.): Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB), the accreditation board of Engineers Canada. The CEAB accredits UNDERGRADUATE (bachelor) engineering programmes only — in Engineers Canada's own words, “Individuals, courses, and institutions are not accredited”. There is therefore no such thing as an accredited master's or PhD in engineering in Canada: a taught MEng or MASc at any of these 26 universities carries no CEAB accreditation of its own, however good the…
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