MA/MS in Geography

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #113 =

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MA/MS in Geography at University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada is a master's degree in Geography programme. The programme is delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,696 per semester.

Also offered as: Doctorate

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Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Geography

Delivery: On Campus

International tuition: CAD 7,696 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

Geography at the University of Waterloo leads to a Master of Arts (MA) in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management. The program bridges social science, environmental information technology, and physical science, covering research fields including environmental and resource management, environmental science, geomatics, and human geography. Students choose a thesis option for original research or a research paper option exploring topics in human geography, physical geography, or geomatics. Admission normally requires an honours undergraduate degree, or equivalent, with at least a 75% average; applicants must secure a faculty supervisor before admission. Applicants whose primary language of instruction was not English must meet Waterloo's English language proficiency requirement. The program is delivered on campus, with admission each Fall and Winter term.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 75.00 / %

Admission Requirements: An honours undergraduate degree, or equivalent, with at least a 75% average; applicants must secure a faculty supervisor before admission. Applicants whose primary language of instruction was not English must submit English language proficiency test results: TOEFL iBT 5 (writing 5, speaking 5) or IELTS Academic 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0).

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About University of Waterloo

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Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1957

Students: 41,000

QS rank: #113 =

Programs: 297

Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Geography award?

University of Waterloo awards a Master's Degree in the field of Geography on completion of this programme.

How much does MA/MS in Geography cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 7,696 per semester.

Can MA/MS in Geography be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at University of Waterloo.

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