Overview
The Geological Sciences PhD programs from Queen's University students are required to pass a comprehensive qualifying examination in the geological sciences.
Key facts
- The Geological Sciences program at Queen's University consists of a thesis only as Science Council does not specify any course requirements, although the supervisor or comprehensive exam committee may specify certain mandatory courses in support of the thesis.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Geological Sciences
- Earth Materials
- Global Geophysics
- Evolution of the Earth System
- Geodynamics
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 88
- PTE Academic: 65
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Transcripts can be uploaded to the online application, as PDF files. The transcripts must be scanned (black and white recommended) and saved as a PDF file, and uploaded successfully. Complete instructions are available to applicants on the Transcript Upload section of the online application.
- If a transcript or transcripts cannot be successfully uploaded to the online application, applicants are responsible for ensuring that an official transcript or transcripts of all current and previous university-level studies are sent to the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs by all universities previously attended. All hard copy transcripts received as part of an application for admission must be received in sealed envelopes.
- Letters of Recommendation: For applicants to research programs, two current academic recommendations are required from professors under whom the applicant has recently studied.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before March 2027
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Kingston, Canada
Disciplines
Geology
Tuition Fees
- International: 5,860 AUD / year (approximately 5,772 CAD / year)
- Domestic: 5,860 AUD / year (approximately 5,772 CAD / year)
Living costs
Kingston, Canada: 1,030-1,640 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.