Fredericton,
NB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Earth Sciences in Fredericton Canada | University of New Brunswick
University of New Brunswick
|
Fredericton Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
14,535
(c. USD10,432.44)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Our alumni typically pursue careers in mineral exploration, petroleum industries, geosciences, geophysics, environmental consulting, government natural resource research, and academia. The department usually supports 30-40 students who collaborate with research-focused faculty members maintaining strong connections with provincial (NB-DNR) and federal (GSC) geological survey organizations.
A distinctive aspect of our program is providing hands-on field research opportunities across Canada. Students utilize advanced laboratory resources including Laser Ablation ICP-MS systems, geochemical and spectroscopic analysis tools, geophysical instruments and software, electron and optical microscopes, experimental petrology setups, and sample/thin section preparation labs (UNB Earth Sciences operates one of Canada's premier thin section preparation facilities).
Duration: Two Years (MSc) and Four Years (PhD)
Start Dates: Fall, Winter, Summer Terms
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants to the PhD program should have a master’s degree with research-based thesis from a recognized university.
International applicants whose first language is not English will be required to submit language scores.
Paper-based TOEFL score, minimum 580, and TWE of 4.0
Internet-based minimum 92 and writing 25
Computer-based minimum 237 and 4.0 in writing
IELTS (minimum score of band 7.0)
MELAB (minimum score of 85)
CanTest (minimum score of band 4.75)
Tuition
CAD
14,535