Overview

Program Details

This research based Geological Sciences MSc program at University of Saskatchewan allows you to pursue a degree in one of the following fields of geological sciences:

geochemistry
geophysics
paleontology, paleobiology and paleobotany
mineralogy, petrology and ore geology
structural geology and tectonics
sedimentology and stratigraphy

While studying in the Department of Geological Sciences, you will have access to world class facilities to support your research including:

Saskatchewan Isotope Laboratory
Electron Microprobe Laboratory
X-ray Diffraction Laboratory
Aqueous and Environmental Geochemistry Laboratories
Electronic Paramagnetic Resonance Laboratory
Hydrothermal Mineralogy and Geochemistry Laboratory
Global Geochronology and Lithostratigraphy Database
Advanced computing facilities

You will also have access to other world class facilities housed at the University of Saskatchewan including:

Canadian Light Source – Canada’s only synchrotron
Saskatchewan Structural Sciences Centre
Advanced (electron) microscopy facilities

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Isotope geology; Mineral deposits; Precambrian Geology; Trans-Hudson Orogen; base metals; lithogeochemistry; petrology; precious metals; rare earth elements; uranium
Canada; climate change; conifer; paleobotany
Ediacaran; Ichnology; Neogene; Paleobiology; Sedimentology; paleontology; stratigraphy
Applied Geophysics; Compaction; Geophysics; Mantle; Numerical modelling; Porous; Tektite
Southern Africa; exploratory data analysis; geochemical; geotectonic; hydrochemistry; isotope
Disease; health; mercury; metals; spectroscopy; toxicology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

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115

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Geography Geology Climate Studies & Meteorology View 52 other Masters in Geography in Canada

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

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115

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

a cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (U of S grade system equivalent)in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units)
a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study

Tuition Fee

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International

9396 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9396 CAD per year during 24 months.
National

4698 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4698 CAD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Saskatoon

1279 - 1865 CAD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Geological Sciences.

Available Scholarships

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

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