About the course

Position yourself for employment success at the world-class Harquail School of Earth Sciences and its Mineral Exploration Research Centre, in Sudbury, the world?s largest mineral exploration and mining-service cluster. Access one of the largest Earth science resource centres in North America that provides ample opportunities to find employment within your field while studying at Laurentian University. Expand your knowledge as a professional in a field full of research and networking opportunities. Located in the same building, the Willet Green Miller Centre, are several mining-related organizations such as the Goodman School of Mines, MIRARCO Mining Innovation, the Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines, and the Ontario Geological Survey.

　　Prepare for a career of pushing the boundaries of geoscience research and innovation in today's mineral exploration industry, government and consulting agencies. The Harquail School contains a wide array of analytical instrumentation to support both the research and educational needs, and benefits from sharing laboratory facilities with the Geo Labs, one of the largest and most advanced geoscience analytical facilities in North America. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Sudbury
Spring (May), 2024	Sudbury
Fall (September), 2024	Sudbury
Winter (January), 2025	Sudbury
Spring (May), 2025	Sudbury
Fall (September), 2025	Sudbury
Winter (January), 2026	Sudbury
Spring (May), 2026	Sudbury

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Laurentian University

Students entering the program must have a M.Sc. degree in Geology or an Earth Science related field, with a grade in excess of 75%. Students may also transfer from the M.Sc. program after one year, if approved by their Supervisory Committee. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (minimum score: 230 computer-based, 88 Internet-based). International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic)(6.5 minimum overall for direct academic entry with no band score lower than 6).

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Laurentian University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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