University of Victoria Courses and Fees 2025

Master of Science [M.S] [Earth and Ocean Sciences] From University of Victoria

Victoria, British ColumbiaLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1963established year
21800enrollment
Public
Partner [10 Courses]
8.3/10

Master of Science [M.S] (Earth and Ocean Sciences)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #401 out of 500 by ARWU Global Ranking 2022

$5,931 /Yr

CA$8,238 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$5931 (CAD 8238)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Room And Board$9593 (CAD 13323)
Total Cost$9593 (CAD 13323)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$5702 (CAD 7920)
2021$4447 (CAD 6177)

Important Dates

Applications may be submitted at any time.
  • MSc in Earth and Ocean Sciences at the University of Victoria is offered as a 2-years program by the School of Earth and Ocean Sciences.
  • The University of Victoria also ranked 2nd in Maclean’s top Canadian Comprehensive Universities 2019.
  • In this program, students will receive a unique education that takes them out on field trips, field schools, and marine cruises.
  • Students will also have the opportunity to study with faculty from the Canadian Centre for Climate Modelling and Analysis and the nearby Institute of Ocean Sciences and Geological Survey of Canada (Pacific).
  • The research in Earth and ocean sciences is designed to offer a broad spectrum of skills and focuses.
  • Students can study integrated multidisciplinary programs in geology, geophysics, oceanography, and atmosphere and climate sciences.
  • The MSc program consists of a minimum of 15 units.

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must have an undergraduate degree in Earth and Ocean Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • A grade point average of 6.0/9.0 (B+) in the work of the last two years (30 units) leading to the bachelor’s degree.

Indian Student Eligibility:

  • Students must complete a Bachelor’s (4 years) degree in Earth and Ocean Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • The minimum grade score for a degree should be 7/10 (60%), first class.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.


Scores Required

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

90 / 99

Avg. Score in

MELAB

6.0 / 9

Minimum gpa

GPA

15

ECTS Credits


Required Document List

The following required documents are:

  • Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
  • Statement of PurposeThis statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
  • Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

Ranking

202520242023202220212020

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Environmental Studies 351 out of 550 in Global Ranking
( #11 out of 20 in Canada 2025)

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Career and Placement after Course

The careers after graduation are:

  • Climatologists
  • Data Analysts
  • Environmental Consultants
  • Geologists
  • Hydrologists
  • Nature Resource Managers
  • Environmental Lawyers
  • Marine Biologists
  • Oceanographers
  • Professors


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