Mineral Deposits and Precambrian Geology

Laurentian University

Canada, Greater Sudbury

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Laurentian University

Canada , Greater Sudbury

Key Facts

Program Level

PhD (Philosophy Doctorate)

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

On campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMay-2023

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,542 / year

Next Intake May-2023

Mineral Deposits and Precambrian Geology

About

Position yourself for employment success at the world-class Harquail School of Earth Sciences and its Mineral Exploration Research Centre; in Sudbury, the world's largest mineral exploration and mining-service cluster.

Access one of the largest Earth science resource centres in North America that provides ample opportunities to find employment within your field while studying at Laurentian University. Expand your knowledge as a professional in a field full of research and networking opportunities. Located in the same building, the Willet Green Miller Centre, are several mining-related organizations such as the Goodman School of Mines, MIRARCO Mining Innovation, the Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines, and the Ontario Geological Survey.

Prepare for a career of pushing the boundaries of geoscience research and innovation in today's mineral exploration industry, government and consulting agencies. The Harquail School contains a wide array of analytical instrumentation to support both the research and educational needs, and benefits from sharing laboratory facilities with the Geo Labs, one of the largest and most advanced geoscience analytical facilities in North America. Get a virtual tour of the instrumentation and Laurentian University campus via our ArcGIS StoryMap!

Choose a research project based on your geoscience interest. Our faculty is recognized internationally, have won reputable awards and are leaders in their respective sub-disciplines. Research areas range widely from ore deposit geology, volcanology, structural geology, sedimentology, paleontology, mineralogy, igneous petrology, metamorphic petrology, to geophysics, environmental geosciences, and bioremediation.

PhD program applicants are encouraged to choose their own specialization, or consider pursuing a funded research project. View a list of available funded projects on the Harquail School of Earth Sciences Careers page.

Disciplines

Faculty of Science

Engineering and Architecture

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Students entering the program must have a M.Sc. degree in Geology or an Earth Science related field, with a grade in excess of 75%. Students may also transfer from the M.Sc. program after one year, if approved by their Supervisory Committee.

Career

PhD graduates of the Mineral Deposits and Precambrian Geology program have extensive geoscience knowledge and skills. They are prepared for a career of pushing boundaries of research and innovation within their personal geoscience fields or professional networks such as

ore deposit geology
geophysics
3D computer modeling and geostatistics
planetary science
governmental consulting
academia
science communication
analytical laboratory technologist
financial analysis

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,542

How to Apply

1. Check your Program Requirements

For a list of all graduate programs. Found a program that you are interested in? Click on the Program Details section to find information such as: admissions requirements, degree options and much more.

Do you need a supervisor?

For some Graduate programs you will need to find a supervisor as part of your application process. For more information, please visit our Graduate Admissions page. Visit the Graduate Program page to find a list of Faculty members that are assigned for supervision in your program. If you have questions about securing a supervisor, contact the Program Coordinator listed on their program page.

When contacting a supervisor, we ask that you make an effort to understand their research and current projects. Being professional and well-informed will increase your chances of securing a supervisor.

What research are they working on?
Do you have mutual colleagues?
Have you published papers in their field?
Are you fluent in a language the supervisor speaks?
Is your email concise and professional?

2. Complete your Application

Once you have completed Step 1 - use this link to apply! Note that the link will take you to the Ontario University Application Centre page where you can complete your application. Within 72 hours of applying, you will receive an email from our Office of Admissions. This email will contain information on accessing your myLaurentian Portal where you will continue the application process.

3. Access your myLaurentian Portal

In order to complete your application, create your account on our myLaurentian Portal to ensure that you have submitted the supplemental information required in the Checklist for your application. The submission of all suplemental documents required for Graduate admissions is the responsibility of the candidate.

To activate your account, visit the myLaurentian Portal and click the yellow bar "New to Laurentian". If you have not received these instructions with 72 hours of applying, check your spam folder and contact info@laurentian.ca for further assistance.

4. Upload your Supporting Documents

Complete your Application

Upload all supporting documents to your Applicant Checklist on the myLaurentian Portal.
Click on the Reference tab and send your referees the reference form.

You can find the list of documents required to complete your Graduate application in the myLaurentian Portal. Be diligent in the identification and submission of required documentation as this is your responsibility as an applicant.