This program has a professional orientation for those looking to establish their careers in the geo-science sector; covering geology, geochemistry, geophysics and geodynamics. Key benefits Students complete a capstone research project supervised by academic staff in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences in an area of expertise appropriate to their research and study area. All students are assigned an academic advisor within the Department who will assist in planning a course of study appropriate to his/her area of interest. Students can choose to follow either the (1) geophysics or (2) mineral & petroleum resources study stream.

The Master of Geoscience provides an advanced degree that prepares students to work in private industry and government agencies across a range of sectors; minerals and mining, land use management, petroleum, ecology and scientific research, and consulting.