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Bachelor of Earth Sciences

University of Alberta

  • Edmonton, Canada
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Earth Sciences at Montana State University is a programme in geology, Geography and snow science research.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Formulate original research questions in Earth Sciences
  • Critically evaluate scholarly evidence
  • Apply rigorous research methods and communicate a substantial research contribution.

Career outcomes

  • Academia
  • Government
  • For-profit

Curriculum

  • Doctoral programme requiring 60 credits
  • A qualifying exam
  • A comprehensive exam and high-level thesis research. Admission is rolling with possible department deadlines
  • And the GRE is not mandatory.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Grade 12 or equivalent with five specific subjects including English 30-1 or equivalent
  • Minimum 70% average over the five required subjects (competitive averages are higher by programme)
  • Programme prerequisites
  • English proficiency (IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 90
  • Duolingo 120 or equivalent) unless exempt.

Accepted academic background

High school completion with five specific Grade 12 subjects (always including English 30-1 or equivalent, Subjects vary by programme and province or curriculum), Year One Foundation Program for those who do not yet qualify, Post-secondary transfer applicants have separate requirements.

Other requirements

  • Portfolio required

Documents you’ll need

  • Secondary School Academic Transcripts
  • English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
  2. Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year$41,980 CAD
Application fee$150 CAD
Deposit$8,400 CAD

Program details

CampusEdmonton North Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Science
DepartmentEarth and Atmospheric Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    1 Mar 2027

    107 days left

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.