Master of Science [M.S] (Agriculture)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
₹10.1 L/Yr
CA$16,860 /Yr
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | ₹1009914 (CAD 16860) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Housing and Food | ₹588278 (CAD 9821) |
Books and supply | ₹161730 (CAD 2700) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2021 | ₹817336 (CAD 13645) |
- Dalhousie University offers a Master of Science in Agriculture for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The Faculty of Agriculture at Dalhousie University offers an MSc in Agriculture and a PhD in Agricultural Sciences, in a broad range of specialties.
- The MSc program is thesis-based and designed to provide a foundation for subsequent studies at the doctoral level, and for professional careers in research and development, teaching, industry, and extension.
- The research areas of the programs are:
- Agribiology
- Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, and Rural Studies
- Agricultural Chemistry and Agricultural Technology
- Animal Science
- Aquaculture
- Environmental Sciences
- Food Science, Plant Science, and Soil Science
- Students are required to take a minimum of 4 graduate courses (3.0 credit hours each).
- The remaining 3 courses are selected by the student in consultation with his or her supervisor.
- As the program is research centred, all students must complete a research thesis embodying original contribution in the thesis field of study. The thesis is defended at an oral examination.
- In addition, students must be admitted to candidacy within the first 4-6 months of their program, must do a teaching assistantship in at least one UG class in order to gain knowledge and experience in classroom instruction.
- Students can apply for scholarships, awards, bursaries, and prizes according to their eligibility skills.
- The average salary goes up to 44,000 USD after completion of the program.
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Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students should have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
- A minimum GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) in the last 60 credit hours of study is required to be eligible for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year undergraduate degree from an accredited institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
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Scores Required
Required Document List
Following are the required document:
- Online application form and fees: Students have to fill the online form and submit the application fees.
- Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Two Professional References: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of themselves, strengths, and any work experience and/or education that students have.
- Transcripts: Students have to submit transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, World Education Services Assessments, and English Language Proficiency test scores.
- Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Confirmation of Employment Form: Students must be emailed as an attachment by applicant or referee.
- Proof of name change: Required only if name discrepancies exist between transcripts/assessments/test scores and other application documents. Examples of proof: Marriage/divorce certificates, 2 copies of government-issued ID that include a previous and current name and date of birth.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Agrologists
- Agricultural engineer
- Agricultural economist
- Farm manager
- Soil and plant scientist
- Conservation planner
- Commercial Horticulturalist
- Agricultural salesperson
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Killam Predoctoral Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
A.S. Mowat Prize Scholarship at Dalhousie University | Scholarship per student₹ 64,932/Yr$1,084 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per student₹ 2.4 L/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 59,900/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 2.1 L/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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