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Master of Earth Sciences: Geology
Memorial University of Newfoundland
- St. John's, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A 4-year doctoral programme in Earth Sciences: Geology at Memorial University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying Earth Sciences: Geology can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
- Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
- Audience and ethical considerations
- And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- Mineral or oil and gas exploration and development
- Hydrogeology
- Environmental geology
- Secondary school teaching
- Geological surveys
- University teaching and research
- Law
- Business
- Banking and economics
- Space
Curriculum
- Graduate courses
- A comprehensive exam and a thesis research project over four years full time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Normally a second-class (about 70-75%) bachelor's degree from a recognised university
- In a relevant field (programme specific)
- Statement of interest
- Two references and CV
- English proficiency evidence unless the degree was taught in English. Grade guidance from source: Normally a second-class (about 70-75%) bachelor's degree
- Programme specific (Marine Institute programmes: second class or cumulative GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale).
Accepted academic background
Four-year bachelor's degree of second-class standing or better in a relevant field from a recognized university (programme specific, Some require a research supervisor or experience).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 58
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (if applicable)
- Personal Statement
- Curriculum Vitae.
How to apply
- Check the programme requirements and deadline. Apply online through the institution's official application portal
- Choose degree
- Route and semester
- pay the 120 CAD international application fee by Visa or Mastercard. Write the statement of interest and
- For research routes
- Name up to two possible supervisors. Upload transcripts
- Degree confirmation
- Two reference letters
- A CV and proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 80
- IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 115 unless exempt). Add any programme-specific items
- Submit before the deadline.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $4,833 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $120 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | St. John's |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Science |
| Department | Earth Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Graduate funding and scholarship eligibility vary by research programme and student status, 2027 award decisions remain programme-specific. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $4,833 CAD per year. The application fee is $120 CAD. The deposit is $1,500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $18,000 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 58.