MA/MS in Sciences de la Terre

The Master of Science in Earth Sciences (Sciences de la Terre), research profile, at Université du Québec à Montréal trains specialized geologists through coursework and thesis research. The programme totals 45 credits: 15 in coursework and 30 in thesis research, completed over a nominal two years full-time (four years part-time). Students join research teams specializing in geochemistry, geochronology, Quaternary geology, and metallogeny, combining fieldwork with project-based study and critical analysis of scientific literature. Admission requires a bachelor's degree in geology or physical geography, or another science or engineering degree with relevant training and experience, completed with a cumulative average of at least 3.2 on a 4.3 scale; candidates averaging 2.8 to 3.2 may be considered case by case, and those averaging 2.5 to 2.8 may qualify with 15 or more additional university credits at 3.2 or above. Courses are offered during the day, with continuous admission for the research profile.