MSc Geology at Western University

Entry requirements

Four-year degree in science, engineering, math, computer science, geography, or a related discipline from a recognized university or college. For course-based degree: achieved at least a 75% average over the last two years of the Bachelor's degree. For thesis-based degree: achieved at least a 70% average over the last two years of the Bachelor's degree. An average of 78% over the last two years of the Bachelor's degree is necessary to be eligible to receive departmental funding. Note: Equivalent or professional qualifications may be considered based on the standards of the discipline or profession. Additional Requirements. Scans of transcripts from all post-secondary study completed. A CV or resume. Statement of Intent for graduate study. Contact information for three referees, who will be asked to complete confidential letters of reference online. Application deadline: Domestic and International Applicants: Deadline is January 24 for a September 1 start date. Please note that students who apply to the thesis-based MSc can also start on May 1. We do not offer January or May admission for the one-year, course-based MSc. Students can be accepted who apply after the January 24 deadline in exceptional circumstances. Please visit the department website for more information. Acceptance notifications are processed on a rolling basis throughout the year beginning in March.