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Master of Geology

Laurentian University

  • Sudbury, Canada
  • 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

Bachelor of Science in Geology is a four-year on-campus degree at Mount Royal University in Calgary focused on geology through classroom, Laboratory and field study.

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 core theories and methods in Geology
  • Strengthen skills in field investigation
  • Environmental systems
  • Applied analysis and resource stewardship
  • And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.

Career outcomes

  • Environmental geologist
  • Mineral exploration geologist
  • Petroleum geologist
  • Geoscientist
  • Hydrogeologist
  • Exploration geophysicist
  • Geotechnical specialist
  • Marine geoscientist

Curriculum

  • Four-year degree with an Honours stream that includes research. Learning combines classroom study
  • Laboratories and fieldwork
  • With study abroad and field schools optional. Core course names are not listed
  • And no co-op or thesis is stated for the standard stream. Graduates are eligible for APEGA membership.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
  • Typically a B average (75% for most thesis programmes; 70% for some); WES evaluation for degrees from outside North America; Supervisor identified for thesis streams; Three references
  • Statement of interest and CV.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline (programme-specific; E.g. M.Eng. A bachelor's in engineering); WES evaluation for degrees from outside North America; Supervisor identified for thesis streams

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 88
  • PTE Academic 60
  • Cambridge 176
  • Duolingo 120

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport copy
  • Undergraduate transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • English proficiency evidence
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Statement of purpose

How to apply

  1. Review the postgraduate admission requirements for Master of Geology. Prepare degree certificates
  2. Academic transcripts
  3. Language evidence
  4. required supporting documents. Complete the application to Laurentian University. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
  5. Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year$23,996, $19,414 CAD
Application fee$113 CAD
Deposit$2,000 CAD

Program details

CampusSudbury
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Science, Engineering and Architecture
DepartmentHarquail School of Earth Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value24
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteLaurentian offers entrance and continuing-student scholarships for eligible students. International eligibility, Values, And conditions vary by award.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    May 2027

    Apply by

    15 Feb 2027

    93 days left

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    15 Jun 2027

    213 days left

  • Program starts

    January 2028

    Apply by

    15 Oct 2027

    335 days left

Scholarships

Laurentian offers entrance and continuing-student scholarships for eligible students. International eligibility, Values, And conditions vary by award.

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.