Overview

Many Geoscience students at the University of Calgary participate in field schools during their program, and benefit from working on the doorstep of a fantastic geological laboratory: the Rocky Mountains.

Our vision is an improved understanding of Earth systems through innovative and impactful geoscience research, interdisciplinary learning and discovery, empowered and inspired teaching, and effective communication that not only raises our profile as a geoscience centre of excellence, but also creates a brighter future for our world.

Outcomes

Post-Secondary Teaching and Research, Oil and gas, Resource exploration, Resource Management, Environmental Consulting, Geo Hazards, Renewable Energy, Policy and Regulation.

Programme Structure

Completing this program:

Core Courses: Geology and Geophysics of Western Canada and either an Advanced Independent Study course or Readings in Geology or Geophysics.
Thesis: Students will be required to submit and defend an original research thesis.
Candidacy: Students will complete both oral and written candidacy exams.
Field Schools: Many students participate in field schools for 12-16 days in late summer or early spring. Activities include orienteering, mapping surficial deposts, measuring sections in sedimentary rocks, and mapping geologic structures in places like the Canadian Shield, Alberta prairies, Rocky Mountains and deserts of southwest USA.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

68

TOEFL^® IBT

97

Credits

12 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Geology View 11 other PhDs in Geology in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

PTE Academic

68

TOEFL^® IBT

97

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Other requirements

General requirements

GPA

A minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.

Minimum education

MSc or equivalent in geology or geophysics, or a related field such as physics or mathematics from a recognized institution.

Documents

A concise statement outlining the applicant’s research interests and reasons for wishing to attend the University of Calgary

Reference letters

Two

Tuition Fee

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International

5604 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2802 CAD per semester during 36 months.
National

2402 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1201 CAD per semester during 36 months.

fees per term

Living costs for Calgary

1247 - 1953 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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