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PhD of Earth Sciences in Geophysics

Memorial University of Newfoundland

St. John's, Canada
4 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A 4-year doctoral programme in Earth Sciences: Geophysics 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

Apply scientific concepts and methods to Earth Sciences in Geophysics
conduct and interpret analysis
evaluate evidence
solve discipline-specific problems
and communicate scientific findings clearly.

Career outcomes

Research Scientist
Laboratory Analyst
Research Assistant
Quality Assurance Analyst
Technical Specialist

Curriculum

Graduate courses
a comprehensive exam and a thesis research project over four years full time.

Entry requirements

Academic

Master's degree (or in exceptional cases a bachelor's plus 12 months in a master's) with high standing in a relevant field
Supervisor commitment required in many programmes
Statement of interest
Two references and CV
English proficiency evidence.

Accepted academic background

Master's degree (or in exceptional cases a bachelor's with at least 12 months in a master's programme) in a relevant field; commitment from a supervisor

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 58

Documents you’ll need

Passport Copy
Academic Transcripts
Degree Certificates
Curriculum Vitae
Research Proposal
Recommendation Letters
English Proficiency Evidence
Statement of Purpose

How to apply

Check the programme requirements and deadline (official website Apply online at apply. Mun. Ca
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 5 or Duolingo 115 unless exempt). Add any programme-specific items. Submit before the deadline.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$6,483 CAD
Application fee	$120 CAD
Deposit	$1,500 CAD

Program details

Campus	St. John's
Faculty or school	Faculty of Science
Department	Department of Earth Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Institutional or program-based scholarships may be available to eligible students. Award availability, value, and eligibility vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
63 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.