Overview

A combination of theoretical and applied knowledge, this Geography (Water) program at University of Waterloo allows you to pick from two study options so you can design the graduate experience that’s best for you.

Along with developing expertise in your area of research, two interdisciplinary water courses will capture both theoretical and practical components, including in-class lectures, fieldwork, interdisciplinary group work, and individual research seminars.

Key facts

The thesis option allows you to conduct research in your chosen topic (environmental and resource management, environmental science, geomatics or human geography), and complete a thesis that typically contains significant elements of publishable quality.
The research paper option allows you to explore a broad range of topics in human geography, physical geography and geomatics, often within an applied context. This option is normally completed in one year through coursework.

You’ll be prepared to work in areas like academia, federal and provincial agencies, international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or teaching.

The geography graduate program at Waterloo is one of the largest in North America through a join program/partnership with Wilfrid Laurier University, allowing you to conduct leading edge research in a vibrant and stimulating environment. You’ll be part of the most research-active unit in the Faculty of Environment, with opportunities to join ongoing nationally and internationally recognized research projects.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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7.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Waterloo, Canada

Disciplines

Geography Hydrology & Water Management View 8 other Masters in Hydrology & Water Management in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

An honours undergraduate degree or equivalent with at least a 75% average. Normally, the undergraduate degree will be in geography, but applications are welcomed from superior students regardless of background. However, students must demonstrate that they have the necessary background to pursue graduate work in their field of specialization.

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Tuition Fees

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15392 CAD / year

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4508 CAD / year

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Living costs

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810 - 1447 CAD / month

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