About the course

In Acadia's Master of Science in Environmental Science you will both increase your employability in government, non-profit organizations, and industry. You will also be well prepared to move on to other graduate level opportunities. As part of a small, research-focused department, you will primarily be working ly with your supervisor on your research, field work, and thesis. You will also take additional courses to supplement your research and broaden your advanced knowledge in the discipline.

　　The faculty members in Acadia’s Environmental Science program are highly active researchers in the local region and internationally. You will benefit from a wide variety of dedicated field locations, engaging researchers, and friendly faculty and staff. Acadia’s faculty work in partnership with a wide range of NGOs, industry, and government departments to provide many networking opportunities. 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: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Wolfville
Fall (September), 2025	Wolfville

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Acadia University

Honours degree or equivalent in Geology. Initial inquiries should be addressed to the Graduate Coordinator, Department of Earth & Environmental Science, or to a potential supervisor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science.

　　Candidates for admission to the graduate programs of Acadia University must possess an honours degree, or a four-year bachelor's degree, from an approved university. Those candidates possessing a major in a field other than that of their graduate program will normally be required to take sufficient undergraduate courses to make up the equivalent of an Acadia undergraduate major. Special consideration may be given to those candidates wishing to change from one undergraduate field to a related graduate one.

　　One (1) original, official transcript from EACH post-secondary institution attended is required for ALL applicants.

　　Two (2) reference letters are required. Academic or professional in nature will suffice.

　　Acadia's minimum graduate studies requirements are as follows: IELTS (Academic ONLY!) - 6.5 overall with no subtest score below 6.0. TOEFL - 93 IBT with no subtest score below 20.Paper -based score is 580.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 93.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

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

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