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Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies (PhD) at University of Northern British Columbia

University of Northern British Columbia, Canada

Programme overview

The PhD (NRES) develops advanced interdisciplinary training in scientific disciplines related to natural environments and the human dimensions that interact with them.

Department: Natural Resources and Environmental Studies  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Prince George, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

24 credits: nine credits of interdisciplinary core courses (Integrated Environmental Systems I to III), a graduate seminar and a 12-credit PhD thesis; qualifying exam, proposal defence and thesis defence.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a master's degree and a cumulative GPA of 3.33 (B+) over the last 30 graded credit hours; a faculty advisor must agree to supervise; transcripts, statement of intent, CV, three letters of reference, Teaching Assistantship Application, Funding Worksheet and a writing sample. GRE optional.

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 programs admit mainly for Fall (September); intakes and deadlines are listed per program.

Graduate application fee: CAD 76.50 for domestic applicants and CAD 153.00 for international applicants, non-refundable and paid at submission online or through the Cashier's Office.

Apply through the official page: https://www.unbc.ca/admissions/graduate

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