Geography (HBA)
Geography brings together many subjects of interest, ranging from community health issues, urban form and globalization to electoral politics, transportation and economic developmen
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- Market Research Analyst
- Geologist
- Meteorologist
- Land Surveyor
- Wetlands Conservation Supervisor
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Admissions RequirementsLife in Geography (HBA)
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A new study from U of T Mississauga earth science researchers reveals surprising new information about how powerful winds shape the landscape in a remote part of the Andes mountain range.
The Niagara Region is known for its wineries, tourist attractions, and proximity to the United States border. But UTM researchers have found that it’s also home to species at risk, and many could be delisted and stripped of protection under the More Homes, More Choice Act.
A U of T Mississauga research team has bored into the past, unlocking the secrets hidden beneath tree bark, to meticulously record the history of Klondike-era pollution – prompting a larger study of mercury contamination in the north.
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Environmental Law and Policy
This program provides students exposure to Sustainability practices and policies within Canada and across the globe. The interdisciplinary nature of this program will have students take classes in Geography, Sociology, and Political Science.
Anthropology (HBA)
Anthropology is the study of humankind from its beginnings to present. In practice, the discipline divides itself into several subfields, each of which focuses on different aspects of human life across space and through time.
GeoSpatial Data Science
The GeoSpatial Data Science BSc offers an analytical perspective on geographical information. What you learn in the GeoSpatial Data Science program is applicable to employment in public and private sectors including public health and healthcare, urban transportation planning, natural resource management, and conservation agencies. In-depth studies — beyond basic geography — include mapping, spatial analysis, digital databases with specializations in modelling, statistical analysis and remote sensing.