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Applying for and MA/Sc in Geography

Considering an MA or MSc in Geography? Graduate school offers upgraded knowledge and skills that enhance your competitiveness in the job market, providing a distinct student experience compared to undergrad. You may also qualify for additional graduate programs like a PhD. Financial aid is available—maintain a GPA of 78% or higher for full funding. Academic requirements include coursework, research proposals, and a thesis. Prepare for a rewarding journey with funding, TA positions, and engaging activities. Interested? Apply by February 15 for the first round!

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Applying for and MA/Sc in Geography

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  1. Applying for and MA/Sc in Geography

  2. Why Grad School? • New/upgraded knowledge/skills • More competitive in job market • Very different student experience • Qualify for even more grad school (PhD) • You get paid to go to school

  3. Is my GPA good enough? Depends… • 78%+ to receive university funding • if below 78% supervisor funding only first term, funding once 78% achieved in grad coursework

  4. What are the academic requirements? • 5 courses (2 decided for you) • Proposal • Research • Thesis

  5. What else will I do? • T.A. - priority to those 78%+ • Fall grad retreat in year 1 • Attend speaker series, intramurals sports, Christmas orals, and other fun stuff…

  6. I get paid to go to school? • Tuition in 2008/9 = $6,700 • MA/Sc student earned : • Average – $17,170 • $10,470 difference

  7. What is the deadline? • Feb 15 for first round • March 15 second round • April 15 third round Until we fill approx. 15 spots

  8. Now I know I want to go, what do I do next? • See our website “advice to applicants” • See our website “graduate research opportunities” • In a nutshell you need • A supervisor • 2 good references • Transcript • Application form • $90

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