Study Geology (M.Sc.) at Laurentian University in Canada, Faculty of Science, Engineering and Architecture
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Geology (M.Sc.)

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What will I learn?

Further your knowledge in earth sciences through a comprehensive Master of Geology program that includes theoretical study, research, as well as lab and field experience. Develop your geoscience skills and toolkit and contribute to ground-breaking research. The Master of Science in Geology program offers 3 streams: MSc Geology - Applied Mineral Exploration (Course-based) The Applied Mineral Exploration option is a two-year, course-based degree program designed for industry geologists who wish to upgrade their skills while maintaining full-time employment. This program does not require a thesis, but students may opt to conduct a research project. MSc Geology - Applied Mineral Exploration (Course-based, Accelerated) The accelerated Applied Mineral Exploration option is designed for geologists who wish to upgrade their skills by taking an intensive, one-year, course-based degree program. This program does not require a thesis, but students may opt to conduct a research project. MSc Geology (Thesis-based, Full-time) The thesis-based Master of Science in Geology program typically consists of four one-term graduate courses, plus a thesis. You can complete your thesis with us by applying for an available fully-funded research project.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science, Engineering and Architecture

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$23,297.07 (US$ 16,745) per year
Incidental and GSA Fees - Full-Time Incidental and SGA Fees Per Year - $878.75
Application deadline

15/10/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Sudbury Campus

935 Ramsey Lake Rd,

Sudbury,

Ontario,

P3E 2C6, Central Canada, Canada

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$23,297.07 (US$ 16,745) per year
Incidental and GSA Fees - Full-Time Incidental and SGA Fees Per Year - $878.75
Application deadline

15/02/2027

Start date

May 2027

Venue

Sudbury Campus

935 Ramsey Lake Rd,

Sudbury,

Ontario,

P3E 2C6, Central Canada, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

M.Sc. in Geology - Thesis-based option (Full time). Entrance to the MSc. in Geology - Thesis-based option requires a B.Sc. Honours degree with a minimum B average. Note that students in this program cannot transfer into the Mineral exploration one-year option.. M.Sc. in Geology - Mineral exploration one-year option (Full time). Entrance to the M.Sc. in mineral exploration one-year option is restricted to geoscientists holding a B.Sc. honours degree in the Earth Sciences (minimum B average). Enrolment and residency requirements: students in this option are full-time students.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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