Through hands-on learning in the classroom and field, in the St. Francis Xavier University Earth Sciences Department, will help students follow their passion to learn about the natural processes that have shaped Earth’s evolution for over 4.6 billion years, and continues to influence its modern environment.
Earth sciences uses physical, chemical, biological, and mathematical methods to study the Earth’s materials, behaviour, history and environment. Students will study fascinating field topics such as the origin of the majestic Rocky Mountains, the life and death of dinosaurs, climate change and greenhouse gases, and the origin and evolution of the oceans.
Often, the most important learning takes place in the field, where studies bridge the gap between textbook descriptions and actual occurrences. The StFX Earth Sciences Department has a natural laboratory just steps away, where over 620 million years of geological history are exposed for study, and where students can access ecosystems from soaring hardwood forest, to tundra, to coastal estuary.
As one of the most research-intensive departments on campus, students will have abundant opportunity to work one-on-one with professors on cutting edge research projects that are regional, national, and international in scope.
Career in Earth Science:
Data show that, since 2009, an incredible 100% of Earth Sciences majors have successfully moved into graduate studies and/or Earth Science-related or teaching careers. The reasons are simple: Canada needs well-prepared thinkers to support its huge resource economy, and to prevent and manage environmental issues.
This program will prepare students for graduate studies as well as a wide range of careers in geology, climatology, oceanography, environmental science, resources exploration and development, government, industry and financial institutions, where geological knowledge is vital for investments and economic planning.
| Level | Masters |
| Discipline | Sciences |
| Duration | 24 months |
| Intakes | Jan, Sep |
| Application Fees | CAD 100 |
| Tuition Fees | CAD 12752 |
| Campus | Main |
| Language proficiency (minimum) | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 90 |
| PTE | Not Required / Waiver |
| Duolingo | 115 |
| Exam proficiency (minimum) | |
| SAT | Not Required / Waiver |
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| ACT | Not Required / Waiver |
| GRE | Not Required / Waiver |
| GMAT | Not Required / Waiver |
Minimum GPA - 70.0%
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