Earth Sciences University of Regina

Overview

The Earth Sciences M.Sc. at the University of Regina provides a comprehensive platform for advanced research and professional development in the geosciences. This programme is designed to equip students with high-level technical skills through close collaboration with expert faculty members. Candidates engage in rigorous academic study while benefiting from the university's extensive network of industry and government partners.

Why Earth Sciences at the University of Regina?

Students at the University of Regina benefit from exceptional access to specialised facilities, including the Saskatchewan Subsurface Core Facility. This resource is vital for those specialising in sedimentary geology, providing direct access to extensive core data. The department maintains strong ties with the Saskatchewan Geological Survey and the Petroleum Technology Research Centre, ensuring research remains relevant to current industry needs.

The faculty offers expertise in diverse areas such as geofluids, mineral resources, and environmental geoscience. Students receive personalised supervision, allowing them to achieve specific research objectives while gaining hands-on experience in both laboratory and field settings. The programme's accreditation ensures that graduates meet the standards required by professional geoscientific organisations across Canada.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 29675 per year
• National fee: CAD 25511 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on advanced theoretical knowledge and practical laboratory applications. Modules may include:

• Advanced Mineralogy
• Recent Advances in Petrology
• Structural Geology
• Sedimentology
• Geology of Fluids
• Environmental Geochemistry

Careers with Earth Sciences

Graduates of the Earth Sciences programme are highly sought after by both the public and private sectors. Many alumni secure positions within mineral exploration companies, energy firms, and environmental service industries. The advanced research and technical writing skills developed during the course prepare students for diverse professional roles.

In addition to industry roles, the programme provides a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue further academic research or teaching positions at the university level. Graduates often find employment with provincial and federal geological surveys, contributing to national resource management and environmental protection efforts.