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    Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science

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    Vancouver, CAMScIn-person2 years
    CA$19,837.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    4
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    CA$168.00
    App fee

    Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$19,837.

    About the program

    The program engages in fundamental research in atmospheric science, focusing on processes and physical understanding of the atmosphere through field or laboratory measurements, data analysis, and numerical modeling. Research areas include boundary layers, numerical weather prediction, air pollution, climate, satellite remote sensing, ocean-atmosphere interactions, biometeorology, geophysical fluid dynamics, and machine learning tools.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    January 2027
    Jun 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE is optional.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Overall score requirement: 100 Reading 22 Writing 22 Speaking 23 Listening 22
    IELTS
    required
    Min Overall score requirement: 7.0 Reading 6.5 Writing 6.5 Speaking 7.0 Listening 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$18,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia is CA$19,837 across 30 required credits.
    Is Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia online or in-person?
    Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia is offered in-person.
    How long does Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia take to complete?
    Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC)
    How large is the Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia cohort?
    Atmospheric ScienceMaster of ScienceFaculty of Science at University of British Columbia typically enrolls around 4 students per cohort.