Program Overview

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Program Overview

The Diploma in Meteorology (D.Met.) at Dalhousie University is a one-year program that allows students to explore their interests in weather and atmospheric phenomena. This program is the only one of its kind in Atlantic Canada and provides a strong background in atmospheric science, training students for a career as a forecaster or preparing them for studies at the graduate level.

Why Choose This Program?

This program is ideal for students who are fascinated by weather and atmospheric phenomena. With a strong background in atmospheric science, students will be trained for a career as a forecaster or prepared for studies at the graduate level.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this program, students must meet the minimum academic criteria:

1. Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
2. Achievement of the minimum average for the program of choice
3. Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course)

Admission to many Dalhousie programs is competitive, and meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Program-Specific Admission Requirements

Students with a general 90-credit hour BSc degree in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, or other quantitative disciplines may apply for admission into the one-year Diploma in Meteorology program, provided they have completed the appropriate Physics and Mathematics courses. A strong background in Physics and Mathematics is necessary, and courses taken should cover Vector Calculus and differential equations.

Financial Information

A university education is a significant financial investment. Dalhousie University offers competitive tuition, a robust scholarship and bursary program, and resources and support to help students explore financial options and develop a plan that works for them.

Program Options

The following Meteorology program options are offered by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science:

• Diploma in Meteorology
• Bachelor of Science with Major in Physics combined with a Diploma in Meteorology
• Bachelor of Science with Major in Physics combined with a Diploma in Meteorology, with Co-op

What You Will Learn

To complete the DMet program at Dalhousie, students will need to take nine required courses:

• Introduction to Atmospheric Science
• Atmospheric Physics
• Synoptic Meteorology I and Synoptic Meteorology II
• Atmospheric Dynamics I and Atmospheric Dynamics II
• Physical Oceanography
• Atmospheric Chemistry
• and Light Scattering, Radiative Transfer, and Remote Sensing

After completion of the Diploma program, students are eligible to be considered for admission to a graduate program in Atmospheric Science at Dalhousie.

Careers

Graduates of the Diploma in Meteorology program will be qualified for dynamic positions in both the public and private sectors. Possible careers include:

• Storm chaser
• Aviation program manager
• Broadcaster
• Environmental engineer
• Meteorologist with the federal government or a TV network

Dal's Diploma in Meteorology program prepares students for further studies in various sciences such as physics, engineering, or meteorology.