Master of Science [M.Sc] (Earth and Ocean Sciences)

University of Victoria

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Earth and Ocean Sciences)

  • Country Canada
  • Course Duration 2 Years
  • Course Type Full Time
  • Courses Campus On Campus
  • Language Specification English
  • Program Level Post-Graduate
  • Education Required Graduate
  • Total Credits 15 Units
  • Admission intake September/ January
  • Minimum GPA 6
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Application Charges

Application Fee Tution Fee
INR 7,827 INR 458,149

Program Description

  • MSc in Earth and Ocean Sciences at the University of Victoria is offered as a 2-years program by the School of Earth and Ocean Sciences.
  • The University of Victoria also ranked 2nd in Maclean’s top Canadian Comprehensive Universities 2019.
  • In this program, students will receive a unique education that takes them out on field trips, field schools, and marine cruises.
  • Students will also have the opportunity to study with faculty from the Canadian Centre for Climate Modelling and Analysis and the nearby Institute of Ocean Sciences and Geological Survey of Canada (Pacific).
  • The research in Earth and ocean sciences is designed to offer a broad spectrum of skills and focuses.
  • Students can study integrated multidisciplinary programs in geology, geophysics, oceanography, and atmosphere and climate sciences.
  • The MSc program consists of a minimum of 15 units.

Other Requirements

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:
  • Students must have an undergraduate degree in Earth and Ocean Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • A grade point average of 6.0/9.0 (B+) in the work of the last two years (30 units) leading to the bachelor’s degree.
Indian Student Eligibility:
  • Students must complete a Bachelor’s (4 years) degree in Earth and Ocean Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • The minimum grade score for a degree should be 7/10 (60%), first class.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

Extra Notes

Required Document List

The following required documents are:
  • Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
  • Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
  • Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.