Program Overview

Geological Engineering Program Details

Overview

The Geological Engineering program at the University of Saskatchewan connects the worlds of nature and engineering, applying engineering principles to natural materials and fluids found in the earth, including rocks, soils, groundwater, petroleum, and natural gas.

Program Structure

• The program is a four-year degree offered by the College of Engineering.
• It is a full-time program that can be entered directly from high school.
• Students can begin the program off-campus.

What You Will Learn

The program includes a redesigned first-year engineering curriculum known as RE-ENGINEERED, which focuses on helping students succeed and making engineering more enjoyable. This includes:

• More assignments and quizzes instead of high-stakes exams.
• Daily tutorials for immediate help.
• Hands-on courses to explore different branches of engineering.
• Students choose their engineering specialty (major or discipline) at the end of the first year.

First-Year Courses

The first-year classes are shorter and more intensive, covering a broader range of material. Essential courses include:

• Introduction to Engineering
• Mechanics (Dynamics and Statics)
• Design
• Engineering Mathematics
• Electrical Circuits
• Engineering Communication
• Additional first-year courses may include:
  • Computer Science
  • Natural sciences and their connection to engineering
  • Process Engineering
  • Hands-on experiences in the engineering disciplines

Featured Classes

Some of the classes students might take include:

• GEOE 218: Engineering Geology, which introduces engineering geology and the engineering properties of geomaterials.
• GEOE 315: Rock Mechanics, covering physical properties of rock, rock stress-deformation behavior, and failure.
• GEOE 466: Petroleum Geomechanics, focusing on geomechanical, geotechnical, and petrophysical problems in the petroleum industry.

Why Study Here?

• The RE-ENGINEERED first-year program is designed to help students succeed and thrive.
• State-of-the-art technology is used in labs for hands-on learning and experimentation.
• Daily tutorials and academic advisors provide support.
• The program fosters a welcoming community where students are noticed and supported.

Careers

Graduates with a degree in Geological Engineering have many career options, including:

• Working with mining and petroleum companies.
• Consulting as an engineer in geotechnical and geoenvironmental settings.
• Working for provincial or federal government.

Tuition Estimates

• For Canadian students:
  • Tuition: $12,567
  • Student fees: $1,308.24
  • Books: $1,500
  • Total: $15,375.24
• For international students:
  • Tuition: $60,823
  • Student fees: $1,308.24
  • Books: $1,500
  • Total: $63,631.24

Program Options

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.E.) in Geological Engineering.
• Optional enhancements include:
  • Mining Engineering Option
  • Certificate in Professional Communication
  • Certificate in Technological Innovation
  • Co-op Internship Program

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements depend on the student's situation and background, including high school or university/college attendance and location.

Application Deadlines

• Fall term: Application deadline is February 15, with documents due by March 1. Early admission deadline is December 1, with documents due by December 1.

Related Programs

• Environmental Geoscience
• Geology
• Precision Agriculture
• Soil Science