Highlights
Tuition fee
10442 CAD / year
4348 CAD / year
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Tuition fee
10442 CAD / year
4348 CAD / year
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Duration
24 months
Duration
24 months
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Campus location
Lethbridge, Canada
Campus location
Lethbridge, Canada
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The M.A. in Geography at the University of Lethbridge is a research-focused programme delivered in person over 24 months of full-time study. This public degree explores human-environment interactions through a multidisciplinary lens, combining advanced coursework with a comprehensive thesis project in Lethbridge.

Overview

The Geography programme at the University of Lethbridge offers a sophisticated exploration of the complex relationships between human societies and the global environment. Students engage with critical contemporary issues, examining the various problems and opportunities that arise from our interaction with the natural world. This academic journey is designed to foster deep analytical skills through a combination of rigorous coursework and original research.

Why Geography at University of Lethbridge?

Choosing this institution provides students with a unique multidisciplinary experience within the Department of Geography & Environment. By integrating the fields of archaeology, environmental science, and geography into a single department, the university creates a collaborative atmosphere for diverse academic inquiry. Students benefit from personalised mentorship, developing their specific study plans in close consultation with expert supervisors to ensure their research aligns with professional and academic goals.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

  • International fee: CAD 5221 per semester
  • National fee: CAD 2174 per semester

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

  • Geography
  • Environmental Science
  • Archaeology
  • Research Thesis
  • Thesis Oral Defence

Careers with Geography

Graduates of this programme are prepared for diverse professional paths that require a deep understanding of environmental and spatial dynamics. The multidisciplinary nature of the training supports careers in environmental consultancy, urban planning, and resource management. Additionally, the strong emphasis on research and the successful completion of a thesis provides a robust foundation for those wishing to pursue further doctoral studies or roles in academic research and policy analysis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Graduate Research Methods
  • Contemporary research methods in Geography
  • Contemporary issues in remote sensing and image analysis
  • Advanced approaches to classification, modelling, change detection, and scaling
  • The role of remote sensing science in integrated studies of global change
  • Research and new directions

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months
  • Part-time
    • 48 months
    • Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
120
TOEFL® IBT
OR
86
PTE Academic
61
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Lethbridge, Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
3

English requirements

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120
TOEFL® IBT
OR
86
PTE Academic
61
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants normally must meet the following requirements:

  • Hold an undergraduate degree in a related discipline
  • Have a minimum grade point average of 3.00 (based on the uLethbridge 4.00 scale) on the last 20 graded university-level term courses.
  • Demonstrate English language proficiency (ELP) for graduate student
  • Secure a potential supervisor (except for Economics major)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    10442 CAD / year
    ≈ 10442 CAD / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    4348 CAD / year
    ≈ 4348 CAD / year

Additional Details

Fourth term:

  • Domestic: $640/semester
  • International: $1492/semester

Living costs

Lethbridge

Canada
1200 - 1800 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Geography.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
DFL Scholarship Program
Need-based

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Daughters for Life Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
International Peace Scholarship Fund
Need-based

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The International Peace Scholarship Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 CAD
Deadline
18 Nov 2026
Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program
Merit-based

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based

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Aga Khan Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Monthly Scholarship Series

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MPOWER Financing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 CAD
Deadline
Anytime
Niara Scholarships
Merit-based

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Niara
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
Amber Scholarship For September Intake

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12500 USD
Deadline
15 Dec 2026
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS)

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The International Peace Scholarship Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based

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AUFIN Education & Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
23 Jan 2027
Go City Education Scholarship
Merit-based

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Go City
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States Academic Scholarships Program

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Canadian Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Canadian Francophonie Scholarship Program (CFSP)

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Government Of Canada
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Nov 2026
Nora's Nursery Scholarship Program

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Nora's Nursery
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2027
Arctic Physical Therapy Scholarship
Merit-based

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Arctic Chiropractic Fairbanks
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available

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