Master of Science Program
The primary function of our M.Sc. program is 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. This
process is the principal means by which our students learn the process
of research. Learning through independent investigation is supplemented
by instruction in a variety of graduate courses that may include both
formal lectures and laboratories, and various projects, research papers
and seminars. Current graduate degrees include:
- M.Sc. in Geology
- M.Sc. in Geology (Planetary Science)
- M.Sc. in Geology (Environment and Sustainability)
- M.Sc in Geophysics
- M.Sc in Geophysics (Planetary Science)
- M.Sc in Geophysics (Environment and Sustainability)
Graduate students are encouraged to develop a passing knowledge of
fields peripheral to their thesis topics by regular attendance at the
weekly departmental colloquia, M.Sc. and Ph.D. defence lectures of
fellow students, and through participation in the graduate seminar
course and informal brownbag seminars.
Program Requirements
The foregoing course requirements can be found here. Courses are designed to supplement and
broaden the student's knowledge base, however, a thesis based on
original research, forms the most important part of both the M.Sc. and
Ph.D. programs.
Residence Requirements
M.Sc. students are required to be resident in the Department as full-time students for a minimum of one full year.
