Program Overview
The Earth & Space Science at York University is a MSc programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Earth & Space Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 6,525 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,845 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Earth & Space Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Directed Readings
- Time Series and Spectral Analysis
- Molecular Spectroscopy
- Space Geodynamics
- Aeronomy
- Spectral Imaging of the Atmosphere
- Physical Principles of Remote Sensing
- Earth and Planetary Physics I
- Atmospheric Dynamics
- Storms and Weather Systems
- Transport and Chemistry of Atmospheric Trace Gases
- Turbulence and Diffusion
- Numerical Weather Prediction
- Cloud Physics and Radar Meteorology
- Wind Energy
- Remote Sensing of Atmospheres
- Numerical Climate Modelling
- Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Advanced Spatial Analysis
- Advanced Satellite Positioning
- Advanced Geospatial Information Technology
- Research Exercise.
- Advanced Optimal Estimation Theory & Application
- Special Topics
- Research Evaluation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Graduates with an honours degree, or equivalent, in earth, atmospheric or space science, physics, chemistry, applied mathematics, astronomy, engineering, or engineering physics from a recognized university, with at least B standing (or upper second class honours in a degree from a British University), may be admitted as Candidates for the MSc degree, which normally requires at least 24 months to complete.
Language requirements
- Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based): 550
- Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based): 79-80
- IELTS (Academic module): 6.5
- York English Language Test (YELT): Band 6
- YUELI: Level 6 with Pass
- MELAB: Overall score of 80, no component score less than 80
- CAEL: Overall score of 60, no component score less than 60
- Minimum CPE Score: C1
- Minimum CAE Score: C
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 6,525 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,845 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 6,525 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,845 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact York University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About York University
York University
York, United States
York University is a major public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It’s one of Canada’s largest universities and known for its diverse student body, wide range of academic...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2019-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months