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University of Saskatchewan - College of Graduate Studies and Research

College of Graduate Studies and Research
University of Saskatchewan
Room C180 Administration Building, 105 Administration Place
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan   S7N 5A2
Canada

Geological Sciences

PROGRAM INFORMATION
Faculty: College of Graduate Studies and Research
Degree: Doctorate
Field of Study: Geology/Earth Science, General;
Description: There are excellent teaching and research facilities for geology and geophysics, graduate programs in Geology, Geophysics, Environmental Earth Science, and Paleobiology. In order to promote opportunities for research, the department maintains close ties with other science and engineering departments, the National Water Research Institute, the Saskatchewan Research Council, the Saskatchewan Geological Survey, and various resource and exploration companies.
Website: Geological Sciences at University of Saskatchewan - College of Graduate Studies and Research
Areas of Research: Geochemistry; mineralogy; igneous and metamorphic petrology; mineral deposits; sedimentology; structural geology; paleontology (including invertebrate and vertebrate paleontology, ichnology, palynology and palaeobotany); stratigraphy; history of geology; applied geophysics (including seismology and gravity and electrical methods); hydrogeology; environmental geology.
Cost per year:
Provincial: $4,295
National: $4,295
 
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*: 70
Prerequisites:

Applicants must hold a M.Sc. A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. coursework required in Master's program).

*We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Program Last Updated: Sep 4, 2009