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Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Geography - Thesis-based at University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan, Canada

Programme overview

Research is encouraged in both human and physical geography. While the department can accommodate a wide range of research interests, most thesis topics should fall into one of the following areas of specialization: Demography, Environmental Studies and Resource Management, Hydrological Processes and Modeling, Community Development & Social Impacts (at urban and regional scales), Geographic Information Science and Aboriginal Issues.

Faculty: College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

What you will study

Degree requirements: A minimum of 12 credit units of graduate course work, including the following:; an approved research proposal within 8 months of admission; students must conduct a needs assessment within 4 months of admission.

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Application information

Entry requirements

a cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units); a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study

Domestic applicants: CAD 5,706 a year (2026-2027). Standard thesis/project-based master's rate, assessed in three terms of $1,902 (total $5,706 per academic year); the source states it applies to all thesis and project-based master's programs except those with listed special rates. Tuition only; excludes Source

International applicants: CAD 12,837 a year (2026-2027). Standard thesis/project-based master's rate, assessed in three terms of $4,279 (total $12,837 per academic year); the source states it applies to all thesis and project-based master's programs except those with listed special rates. Tuition only; excludes Source

Academic units set their own application deadlines. The application fee is $125 CAD for domestic students and $145 CAD for international students, paid online by Visa or Mastercard.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.usask.ca/programs/geography.php

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