Burnaby,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Geography in Burnaby Canada | Simon Fraser University
Simon Fraser University
|
Burnaby Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,198
(c. USD4,443.71)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The doctoral program provides a chance to enhance research capabilities and analytical thinking, while advancing knowledge in a specialized area of study. Candidates must pass comprehensive examinations, develop and defend a research proposal, and finish a dissertation alongside any mandatory classes. This program equips graduates for high-level positions in government, research, education, or corporate sectors, while also serving as a stepping stone for academic careers.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have a master of arts (MA) or a master of science (MSc) degree in geography or a related discipline. Those admitted without an appropriate academic background may be required to complete additional coursework.
English Language Requirements:
Internet-based TOEFL: 93 with minimum of 20 in each category
Paper-based TOEFL: 580 and TWE 5
IELTS (academic): overall band score of 7.0 of the academic (NOT general) test with a minimum of 6.5 in each section
CAEL: overall 70; minimum 60 in each section
Pearson Academic (PTE): overall 65; minimum 60 in all of their sections
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced - minimum score of 193; C2 Proficiency - minimum score of 200
Duolingo English Test (DET): Provisionally through the Fall 2026 admission cycle - Duolingo English Test (DET) 130 overall with a minimum of 120 in each section.
Tuition
CAD
6,198