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Overview
We have a strong tradition in research and graduate education with a history as one of the leading groundwater hydrology research groups in the world. At University of Waterloo we offer a master degree in Earth Sciences.
Key Features
- We feature a quantitative and scientifically rigorous education in water sciences, sustainable mining, Earth processes and geohazards.
- We explore the mechanisms behind our currently changing climate to derive a deeper understanding of our impact as humans on Earth systems, both at the surface and deep underground.
Programme Structure
Graduate research fields
- Aqueous and Organic Hydrogeochemistry
- Ecohydrology
- Foundational Earth Sciences
- Hydrogeology and Geophysics
- Isotope Hydrology and Geochemistry
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
45 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Earth Sciences View 61 other Masters in Earth Sciences in CanadaAcademic requirements
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- Students should have a Honours Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Earth Sciences, or equivalent (e.g. Geology, Geosciences), with no less than a 75% standing. Outstanding students in other fields will also be accepted, but will have to take extra courses to strengthen their background preparation.
- Before applying to the program, students are strongly advised to establish contact with potential supervisors. It is a good strategy to identify whether the potential supervisors that students would like to undertake research with have available positions and funding.
- Three references, at least two academic
- Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable. TOEFL 90 (writing 25, speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)
Tuition Fee
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International
15392 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7696 AUD per semester during 24 months. -
National
4508 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2254 AUD per semester during 24 months.
Living costs for Waterloo
810 - 1447 CAD /month
Living costs
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Financing
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