Master of Geology
California State University, Northridge
- Northridge, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
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: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): 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
- Undergraduate geology GPA of at least 3.0
- Or strong faculty sponsor support
- No GRE
- Additional academic criteria: 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (cumulative or last 60 semester units)
- Programmes may set higher.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80 (4.0 on new scale)
- TOEFL PBT 550
- PTE Academic 58
- Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Financial Support Statement
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
How to apply
- Review the Geology in M.S admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through Cal State Apply. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $21,405 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Northridge |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Science and Mathematics |
| Department | Geological Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Potential California State University, Northridge scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Geology in M.S. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
31 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
August 2027
Applications closed
31 Oct 2026
Closed
Scholarships
Potential California State University, Northridge scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Geology in M.S. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $21,405 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $26,297 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 (4.0 on new scale), TOEFL PBT 550, PTE Academic 58, Duolingo 105.
Potential California State University, Northridge scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Geology in M.S. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.