If you're passionate about exploring the planet, understanding global issues, and finding sustainable solutions, the Geography and Environmental Studies program at the University of Regina offers you an exciting, meaningful path.
This cross-disciplinary program combines natural science and social science to help you make sense of major global challenges — from climate change to urban planning, from migration to water access.
What You’ll Study
The program focuses on three core areas:
Human Geography
Explore how people interact with places, and how culture, politics, and economics shape the world. Topics include urbanization, tourism, migration, and sustainability.
Physical Geography
Study natural processes like climate, landforms, water systems, and ecosystems — all critical to understanding Earth's physical environment.
Environmental Studies
Examine the relationship between people and the planet — including issues like deforestation, pollution, climate justice, and global sustainability.
Sample Courses
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Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Learn the technology behind mapping tools, navigation apps, and spatial data analysis. -
The Place of Craft Beer
Dive into local economics, sustainability, and cultural geography through the lens of the craft beer movement. -
Geography of Recreation and Tourism
Analyze how tourism shapes communities, economies, and the environment. -
(De)constructing Berlin
Travel to Germany and explore Berlin’s history and urban geography through a hands-on, immersive experience. -
Urban Planning
Understand how cities are designed and how planning impacts everyday life — with a focus on Canadian cities like Regina. -
Climate Change Policy
Evaluate global efforts to fight climate change and explore real-world policy solutions. -
Geomorphology
Study landforms and how they evolve through natural forces like wind, water, and tectonics.
Why Choose U of R?
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Blend classroom learning with hands-on fieldwork
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Work with experts in both science and social science disciplines
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Access to GIS labs, research projects, and global field trips
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Courses tailored to real-world issues and current global challenges
Career Opportunities
Graduates go on to careers in:
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Environmental consulting
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Urban and regional planning
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GIS and spatial analysis
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Climate policy and advocacy
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Government and non-profit sectors
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Tourism and cultural heritage management
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Education and research
Your degree equips you with critical thinking, research, technical, and communication skills that are valuable across many sectors in Canada and internationally.
- Academic Requirement: 70% average required
- ELP Requirement: English Proficiency Score (Only for students of Non-English speaking countries) • IELTS: overall score of 6.5 (with no band below 6.0). • PTE: Overall 59 • TOEFL: Overall 83 ( not less than 20 ) • Duolingo : Overall 120 (not less than 105)
Tuition Deposit & Partial Refund Policy for Undergraduate International Students
Undergraduate international students on a study permit are required to pay a $1,000.00 tuition deposit upon acceptance of admission. If the student's study permit application is denied, they can request a partial refund of the tuition deposit in the amount of $500.00.
Withdrawing from Courses
When you drop one or more courses by the official deadlines for your term or “part of term,” you automatically get a full or partial refund credited to your student account.
Finding Your Deadlines
Check the Academic Schedule or log in to UR Self-Service and view My Refund Schedule (or the Class Refund Schedule) to see the exact drop dates that apply to your courses.
Automatic Refund Levels
There are three refund deadlines each term:
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Deadline 1: 100% refund of tuition and mandatory fees.
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Deadline 2: 50% refund of tuition only (other mandatory fees are not refunded).
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Deadline 3: No refund.
Additional Fee Adjustments
If you withdraw after Deadline 1 because of serious, unexpected events—such as your own serious illness or accident, a close family member’s death or illness, hospitalization, or an involuntary job transfer—you can apply for an extra tuition adjustment. You must submit a formal request with supporting documents; mandatory fees are not eligible for adjustment.
How Your Refund Date Is Set
We use the date you formally withdraw in Self-Service (or the date we receive your written request). If you stopped attending earlier for a documented reason (for example, the day you were hospitalized), we can use that date instead.
Part-of-Term 1 Refund Schedule
If you’re in Part of Term 1 (full semester) and withdraw after Deadline 1, here’s what you get back on tuition:
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Week 3: 77%
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Week 4: 69%
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Week 5: 62%
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Week 6: 54%
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Week 7: 46%
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Week 8: 38%
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Week 9: 31%
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Week 10: 23%
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Week 11: 15%
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Week 12: 8%
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Week 13 and beyond: 0%
Withdraw later than Week 13, and you’re not eligible for a tuition refund.
- Application Fee: $100
- LOA Deposit: $1,000
- Annual Tuition Fee: $22,000
- Total Tuition Fee: $88,000
- Course Duration: 4 Year
- Credentials: Bachelor Degree
- Intake: Sep-25
Checklist for UG Program’s
- CV/Resume
- Passport
- Academic documents
- Proof of English Proficiency
- Third Party Consent Form (Signed)
- Visa copy, PPR letter & Study permit (If Onshore)
- Canadian address& Contact no (If Onshore)