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Master of Science (MSc) Thesis-based in Geography at University of Calgary

University of Calgary, Canada

Programme overview

Master of Science (MSc) Thesis-based in Geography is a graduate programme of the University of Calgary, offered through the Faculty of Arts (Geography).

Faculty: Faculty of Arts  |  Department: Geography  |  Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In addition to Faculty of Graduate Studies requirements and Arts requirements, the Department requires the following: a) Twelve units in a two-year period, including History and Philosophy of Physical or Human Geography, and at least one graduate-level methods course in Geography. b) Four semesters of GEOG601 (Graduate Research Seminars).

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Application information

Entry requirements

ca/future-students/graduate/explore-programs/geography-master-science-thesis-based . In addition to Faculties of Graduate Studies and Arts requirements , the Department of Geography requires all applicants to submit: a) A proposal describing applicant’s intended research area. b) A current curriculum vitae or résumé. c) Two reference letters.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate academic term start dates are Fall (September 1), Winter (January 1), Spring (May 1) and Summer (July 1); intake terms vary by programme.

The graduate application fee is $125 for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents and $145 for international students, per application; applications are made online and deadlines are set by each programme.

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