MSc in Geophysics in Canada at UWO Canada

Program Overview for MSc in Geophysics in Canada:

The MSc program in Geophysics is offered in both project based (3 Terms) and also thesis based (6 Terms)

The project-based MSc program is designed to meet the growing demand in industry for highly-trained applied geologists. Project-based Master's students are an important component of Resource Geoscience Western, an endeavour that we are pursuing in collaboration with Industry Partners.

The thesis-based MSc program is designed to prepare young scientists for independent research, through the formulation of a research problem, the collection of data, development of analytical methods, review of literature, to writing of the final thesis. 

These are the international student eligibility for the MSc in Geophysics in Canada

Four-year degree in science, engineering, math, computer science, geography, or a related discipline from an accredited university. Achieved at least a 75% average over the last two years of the Bachelor's degree.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.

These are the domestic student eligibility for the MSc in Geophysics

Four-year degree in science, engineering, math, computer science, geography, or a related discipline from an accredited university. Achieved at least a 75% average over the last two years of the Bachelor's degree.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.

These are the test eligibilities for the MSc in Geophysics to qualify.

The scholarships available for the MSc in Geophysics are:

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Country: Canada Level: Graduate & Phd Scholarship for: International and Domestic Students students

Admission Criteria

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We know some students may be facing additional financial challenges, even with the maintenance of our funding guarantee. We are looking at the possibility of some funding relief and are working with our provincial and federal partners to address issues that fall within their purview. Over the coming weeks, we will provide more information to you via and email and on this page as it becomes available regarding available financial supports, including possible government actions in areas such as study/work permits, student loan policies and/or EI eligibility.

In our pursuit of scholarly and research excellence, Western is committed to graduate education. Western places great importance on helping graduate students finance their education, and we will continue to ensure that the university community is fully aware of all the funding opportunities available to help students succeed.

As one of Canada's leading research institutions, Western places great importance on recruiting exceptional graduate students.  The following chart illustrates the average funding Western graduate students receive from all sources.

Degree Type	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019
Doctoral	$30,579	$32,065	$32,858	$33,271	$32,299
Master's	$22,696	$23,060	$23,202	$23,154	$23,352

We offer competitive funding support packages to help achieve this goal, allowing graduate students to focus on their research and development.

Western's Doctoral Funding Guarantee

While at Western, you will want to devote your full energy to the successful completion of your studies, so we want to ensure that stable funding is available to you. Western guarantees minimum annual funding for doctoral students, from all sources, of $13,000 plus tuition.

For doctoral students who start in September 2020 (September 1, 2020 – August 31, 2021), the Doctoral Funding Guarantee for domestic and international students is $19,360.

In addition to the financial support available from federal and provincial sources and research grant support, Western offers a variety of internal awards that are among the best available to outstanding scholars in Canada. Full-time Western graduate students are eligible for support from the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, provided they meet the appropriate criteria.

The international student tuition fees and costs for MSc in Geophysics in Canada.

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.Western recognizes that students who choose to undertake full-time graduate studies are choosing to delay their entry into the full-time workforce. To help off-set the cost of full-time graduate enrolment, Western provides funding support packages for eligible research-based Master’s and PhD students. Other Financial Assistance:

• Graduate Bursary Assistance
• Work Study Program
• Students with Disabilities
• Society of Graduate Students (SOGS) Bursary
• Society of Graduate Students (SOGS) Financial Support
• International Student Awards
  1. Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS)
  2. Ontario Trillium Scholarships (OTS)
  3. Trudeau Doctoral Scholarships
  4. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships