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About the program
Research doctorate in geophysics at the University of Houston.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Design and undertake an original research project in Geophysics. Critically evaluate specialist literature and research evidence. Apply appropriate research methods and ethics
- and communicate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.
Career outcomes
- Laboratory Analyst
- Research Assistant
- Scientific Officer
- Quality Control Analyst
- Technical Specialist
Curriculum
- Requires manual verification.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Master's degree or equivalent from a university
- College or institute
- provide evidence of research potential. Achieved at least a 70% average in the Master's degree. An average of 78% in the Master's degree is necessary to be eligible to receive departmental funding.
Accepted academic background
Master's degree or equivalent from a recognized university, College or institute with evidence of research potential (direct entry from a bachelor's degree at the programme's discretion), Programme-specific supervisor, References and documents
Language tests
- IELTS 6
- TOEFL iBT 92
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
- Referee contact details
- Evidence of English proficiency if applicable
- Program-specific supplementary documents if required
How to apply
- Check the program page for requirements and the international deadline. Create an applicant account and apply online; the application fee is 185 CAD
- non-refundable (some programs charge differently). Upload transcripts from every post-secondary institution (unofficial copies are enough to apply; English translation if needed)
- enter referee emails and add program documents such as CV
- statement or writing samples. SGPS does a preliminary check
- then the program decides. Accept the offer in Student Center by the date in the offer letter and send official transcripts to [email protected].
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $7,794 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $185 CAD |
| Deposit | $31,242 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | London (main campus) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Science |
| Department | Geophysics |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion) |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
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Program starts
September 2027
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Program starts
January 2028
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No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $7,794 CAD per year. The application fee is $185 CAD. The deposit is $31,242 CAD. The estimated living cost is $21,000 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6, TOEFL iBT 92, Duolingo 120.