PhD in Soil Science in Canada at USask Canada

Program Overview for PhD in Soil Science in Canada:

he Soil Science graduate program provides core expertise in soil and environmental sciences and offers opportunities for advanced study and research leading to M.Sc. and PhD degrees.

Areas of research strength include:

• applied pedology
• nutrient cycling and management
• environmental soil science
• soil remediation and reclamation
• soil biology
• soil chemistry
• soil fertility
• soil physics and hydrology
• soil-plant interactions

These are the international student eligibility for the PhD in Soil Science in Canada

• Master’s degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline. Depending on previous academic preparation, the student may be required to begin their program in the Master’s degree, with the intention of transferring to the Doctor of Philosophy program.
• a cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of full-time study (i.e. coursework required for Master's program)

Other Documents Required are:

• Transcripts
• CV/Resume
• Three referees

These are the domestic student eligibility for the PhD in Soil Science

• Master’s degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline. Depending on previous academic preparation, the student may be required to begin their program in the Master’s degree, with the intention of transferring to the Doctor of Philosophy program.
• a cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of full-time study (i.e. coursework required for Master's program)

Other Documents Required are:

• Transcripts
• CV/Resume
• Three referees

These are the test eligibilities for the PhD in Soil Science to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for PhD in Soil Science in Canada.

Applications are accepted year-round. Students may begin their program in January, May or September each year.We recommend that you contact the faculty that are doing research in an area that interests you before beginning a formal application.All students accepted into the graduate program receive financial support from their supervisor’s research funds and/or scholarships. To be eligible for scholarship funding, students must have obtained at least 80% in the last two years of study. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and are not guaranteed.

Students cannot undertake graduate work without financial support; thus, the supervisor must write a letter stating that he/she will provide the financial support and other resources necessary for you to complete your program. This letter is required before a recommendation can be made by the Department to the CGPS for student acceptance.

In addition to potential funding from your department, there are scholarships and awards available to all eligible students. There are also special programs for international students from China and Mexico.