Yukon University signs articulation agreement with Acadia University from the Earth Sciences program to the Bachelor of Science
Students graduating with a diploma from Yukon University's Earth Sciences program can now easily complete their Bachelor of Science at Acadia University in Nova Scotia. Thanks to a new articulation agreement between the two universities, YukonU Earth Sciences students can transfer all courses in a standard course progression to Acadia and apply to enter directly into third year of either Geology or Environmental Geoscience.
YukonU’s Earth Sciences program uses Yukon’s dynamic environment as a laboratory to deliver the first two years of a B.Sc. geoscience degree. Instruction draws heavily upon the diverse geologic landscapes at the university’s doorstep, and partnerships with industry provide meaningful experiential learning opportunities. Graduates are positioned to play critical roles, from stewarding groundwater resources to meeting mineral and energy resource needs within the context of a rapidly changing environment.
“We pride ourselves on the hands-on, student-centric approach that cements strong foundations in geoscience,” says Dr. Joel Cubley, Associate Professor of Earth Sciences at YukonU. “Acadia similarly prioritizes the undergraduate student experience and has a long track record of producing quality geoscientists. Alignment in our philosophies is partly what makes this partnership so enticing. The joint experience, bridging both sides of the continent, will be an excellent educational opportunity for our graduates.”
“We are pleased that Acadia has recognized the quality of our Earth Sciences program. This agreement provides a new option for our students who wish to take their learning to the next level and achieve a degree,” says Dr. Shelagh Rowles, Provost, Yukon University.
“We are delighted to have this articulation agreement in place for YukonU students to join the Department of Earth and Environmental Science at Acadia University,” says Dr. Deanne van Rooyen, Associate Professor and Assistant Department Head, Earth and Environmental Science at Acadia University. “Our small classes and hands-on learning in Nova Scotia’s unique natural setting offers students meaningful and engaging educational opportunities. This agreement will provide excellent options for YukonU students to complete their undergraduate experience, and our programs will be enriched by the experiences and perspectives they bring to the Acadia campus. We look forward to this partnership and are excited to foster collaboration and connections with YukonU."
About Acadia University
Founded in 1838, Acadia University is recognized as one of Canada’s top liberal arts universities, known for its personalized learning environment and academic innovation. Acadia emphasizes hands-on learning and experiential opportunities, ensuring that students engage in meaningful research and practical experiences. Located just a one-hour drive from Halifax, Nova Scotia and its international airport, Acadia is an integral part of the quintessential college town of Wolfville, overlooking the Annapolis Valley and the Bay of Fundy.