Eligibility Criteria
Admission requirements are as follows:
Applicants to our graduate programs should have a Honours Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in geology with no less than a 75% (B) standing. Outstanding students in other fields will also be accepted, but will have to take extra courses to strengthen their background preparation.
Three letters of reference, at least two of which must be from academic sources
An official transcript showing the awarding of the previous degree
If applicable, a score of at least 570 minimum overall average on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and 4.0 on the TWE is required. A score of at least 230 is required on the computer version of the TOEFL. Other tests of English may be accepted. (See Academic Regulations – English Language Proficiency Certification, for other acceptable tests of English.)
GRE scores for all applicants who have completed their post-secondary education outside of Canada or the United States.
Students who do not meet the requirements outlined above may be considered for admission to a transitional, probationary or qualifying program depending on their academic background.