Waterloo,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Geography - Environmental Science in Waterloo Canada | Wilfrid Laurier University
Wilfrid Laurier University
|
Waterloo Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
20,655
(c. USD14,814.22)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Earn your PhD in Geography through our four-year Waterloo-Laurier Graduate Program, a partnership that creates Canada's third-largest geography graduate program. This collaborative environment is strengthened by specialized research centers like the Laurier Institute for Water Science, Cold Regions Research Centre, and International Migration Research Centre.
In this vibrant academic community, you'll engage with expert faculty and peers while investigating diverse research areas - from critical social and environmental issues to fundamental theoretical inquiries.
Our PhD program equips you with comprehensive geographical knowledge through coursework, teaching opportunities as a TA or lecturer, and hands-on research experience via independent projects and assistantships. Graduates develop the skills to independently teach, conduct research, and publish academic work at the highest level.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A master's degree in geography, or a related field, with a minimum A- standing.
Applications are reviewed by the graduate program committee, which considers all prior university grades, a statement of research interests and letters of reference.
Exceptional students may obtain early entry to our PhD program from our master's program.
TOEFL iBT/TOEFL iBT Home Edition: minimum score of 83, with minimum skill scores of 20 in each of the skills tests (speaking, writing, reading and listening).
Paper-based TOEFL: minimum of 560.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS, IELTS Online): academic minimum score of 6.5 with no band score below 6.0.
Applications are reviewed by the graduate program committee, which considers all prior university grades, a statement of research interests and letters of reference.
Exceptional students may obtain early entry to our PhD program from our master's program.
TOEFL iBT/TOEFL iBT Home Edition: minimum score of 83, with minimum skill scores of 20 in each of the skills tests (speaking, writing, reading and listening).
Paper-based TOEFL: minimum of 560.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS, IELTS Online): academic minimum score of 6.5 with no band score below 6.0.
Tuition
CAD
20,655