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Geology (M.Sc.) at Laurentian University

Laurentian University, Canada

Programme overview

M.Sc. in Geology with two streams: a thesis-based full-time option, and a course-based Applied Mineral Exploration option of eight courses that can be completed in as little as one year with part-time or full-time attendance. Offered by the Harquail School of Earth Sciences and its Mineral Exploration Research Centre.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Engineering and Architecture  |  Department: Harquail School of Earth Sciences  |  Duration: As little as 1 year (Applied Mineral Exploration)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time, online  |  Location: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

The thesis stream typically consists of four one-term graduate courses plus a thesis. The Applied Mineral Exploration stream is course-based with at least one two-week in-person field course; the rest can be taken in person or online (synchronous).

Career pathways

Exploration geologist, geophysicist, and related professional careers in mineral exploration, mining and consulting.

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Entry requirements

Thesis-based option requires a B.Sc. Honours degree with a minimum B average. Applied Mineral Exploration is restricted to geoscientists with a B.Sc. Honours in Earth Sciences (minimum B average).

Duration: As little as 1 year (Applied Mineral Exploration)

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