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 Geography - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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SchoolUniversity of Waterloo - Graduate Studies
LocationWaterloo, ON, Canada
School TypeGraduate School
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 20,800
Full-time Graduate: 3,400
DegreeDoctorate
Honours
Co-op
Length48 Month(s)
Entry Grade (%)*80%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites Notes

A master's degree in geography or equivalent, with at least an 80% average in all graduate work is required.

Cost
International: $22,188

Cost is an approximation for the first year of the program.

Scholarships
Description

Generate new knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of the world around you with the PhD in Geography program.

Geography bridges social science, environmental information technology, and physical science to enhance the protection and sustainable use of both the natural and built environments.

In this program, you'll conduct research in your chosen topic (environmental and resource management, environmental science, geomatics or human geography), and produce a thesis that contributes novel, impactful knowledge to the field of geography.

Our graduates work in many different sectors including educational services, public administration, social advocacy organizations and professional, scientific and technical services.

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