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

Courses include:

Aqueous and Organic Hydrogeochemistry

Ecohydrology

Earth Sciences

Hydrogeology
Geophysics

Isotope Hydrology and Geochemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-05-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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90

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Student insurance

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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

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 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7696 CAD per semester during 24 months.
National

4508 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2254 CAD per semester during 24 months.

Part-time:

National: $1,127 per term
International: $3,848 per term

Living costs for Waterloo

810 - 1447 CAD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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