MSc in Geography
at UBC, Vancouver

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(16 Reviews)

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MSc in Geography
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UBC
Overview

One of the most famous programs at The University of British Columbia is MSc in Geography at PG course with the duration of 2 years. Indian students applying for MSc in Geography program must submit all the required documents as per university guidelines. Indian students must submit proof of English proficiency exams such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE. Indian students must apply as soon as possible, as the seats are limited. The University of British Columbia tuition fee for first-year is CAD 9,884 (INR 681,106). Furthermore, students must prepare themselves for crucial living cost, accommodation, hosted fee, book and more. The cost of living at The University of British Columbia is CAD 15,405 (INR 1,061,559).

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Tuition & Fees	₹6.63 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MSc in Geography

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MSc in Geography
at
UBC
Fees

The University of British Columbia MSc in Geography fee structure includes first-year tuition fee that all the students have to pay. Apart from the tuition fee, the students also have to spend money on stay, food and other utilities, which comprises cost of living, which is CAD 15,405 (INR 1,061,559). The total expense may vary, depending on the additional charges provided by the The University of British Columbia. The total first-year tuition fees of MSc in Geography are CAD 9,884 (INR 681,106).

To know more about The University of British Columbia MSc in Geography fee breakup, check out the table below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 6,62,845

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 10,33,097
Total approximate fees	INR 10,33,097

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 CAD = INR 67.06245 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 19ᵗʰ November 2025

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MSc in Geography
at
UBC
Curriculum

Latest curriculum for MSc in Geography at UBC can be downloaded from the below link. The curriculum PDF has semester wise course structure, electives and detailed course content. You can also check course curriculum of other specializations offered in M.A. at UBC

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MSc in Geography
at
UBC
Entry Requirements

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76%
Usually a minimum overall average in the B range (76% at UBC).OR

Applicants should hold a four-year Bachelors Degree or a Masters degree with First Class/Division 1 (65%) or Very Good (8 on a 10 point scale)

Applicant must have a Bachelors degree in Engineering, Forestry, or Medicine, Bachelors degree
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3 year degrees are an acceptable basis of admission if:

The applicant’s overall standing in degree is 1st Class/Division, AND

The awarding institutions have been accredited by India’s National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a grade of A or better http://www.naac.gov.in/ OR

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Marks - 100/120
With 22 in Reading & Listening; 21 in Speaking & Writing

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IELTS

Marks - 7/9
Reading/Writing/Speaking/Listening with a score of 6.5 individually.

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MSc in Geography
at
UBC
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#22	Sociology QS, 2026
#52	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#33	Sociology ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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MSc in Geography
at
UBC
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2025)
Internship Available	Yes

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The University of British Columbia
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

31% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Friendly

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Liberal

Internships3.6

Part time work3.4

Post study jobs3.9

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.5

Value for money3.5

Public transportation4.8

Safety4.7

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.6

Anonymous

Master of Engineering in Chemical and Biological Engineering - Batch of 2027

3.8

Had a good time living here.

Tips: Studying here so far has been a good academic experience. You will be expected to do prep work and go through the presentations before classes and sincerity is a necessity here. Professors are helpful and my peers have mostly been friendly and happy to help out whenever needed. The city is both scenic and historic so it's fun to explore.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 850

Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 100650

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

Master of Data Science - Batch of 2026

3.7

Fast paced and educational.

Tips: The Data Science programme is very fast paced and you will be expected to have a solid understanding of the foundation of this programme. There are resources to help you out and my classmates and professors were truly helpful but sign up while being aware of the expectations and challenges. Canadas PGWP allows multi-year work permits if you land a decent job. Learn to budget.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1425

Prepping time for classes33 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 105275

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Applied Science in Manufacturing Engineering - Batch of 2025

4.2

UBC is good place to study if you do it properly.

Tips: The faculty is great but the first year of engineering decides what engineering stream you get to pick. You should focus on networking with professors and peers to make placement easier. At the same time, it’s a party school. A lot of events happen on and off campus that will keep you engaged.

Likes (Public transportation): Convenient and safe public transport. You can access the entire city using buses. Sky trains/ metros can be used to access other parts of the city. A public transport pass is issued as part of your tuition. There are cycles on campus that you can use to commute to and from classes.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The job market is in a very tough state. Very difficult to find a job as an engineer in the city. Many people had to move away from the city or to other provinces. The recent regulation changes have made it difficult to get a visa post graduation. Have to try harder than ever.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 2825

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 65150

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026Read more

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Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering - Batch of 2025

4.6

Campus is great and everything is on-point to help international students feel at home.

Tips: It was a very smooth ride, as long as you're open to new experiences and new cultures. I got a scholarship after my first year, which helped with my second year tuition. I got this automatically for academic excellence based on my first year grades and my relationship with professors. I'm absolutely satisfied with my university and the country, but the course entirely depends on what you want. If you want something purely software, Computer Science is better. If you like a mix of hardware and software, computer engineering is great.

Likes (Safety): Campus is great and everything is on-point to help international students feel at home and things are very easy and accessible. Campus security is available 24/7 and helps with any needs. Also provisions of safe-walk where the AMS community would help in closer to campus vicinity for dropping people off late at night for safety concerns. The city is great, filled with cops to help protect you. But there are some areas like East Hastings which should be avoided due to the high homeless population and drug use.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Post study job opportunities entirely depend on the individual. Unlike India, there's no concept of college placements so it's all up to the students how they shape their skills and personality during their studies to find their required job. A lot of companies offer visas, but you come out of your degree with a 3 year PGWP (post graduate work permit) which every company is good with to start off. Packages are pretty good, in the teaching field you start off bare minimum at around 65,000 CAD per annum.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 2500

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 65150

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering - Batch of 2025

3.8

UBC is great but could be better.

Tips: UBC is not for everyone. It is a really expensive place and Vancouver in general is a pretty expensive city. Be mentally prepared to work hard be it your studies or your part time work. There's a lot of distractions here however you'll do really well if you just keep working and put your head down.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 3075

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 78000

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025Read more

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MSc in Geography
at
UBC
Highlights

MSc in Geography is offered by Faculty of Arts under The University of British Columbia, Canada.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 2 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.