Master Of Science - Forestry - (Thesis)

Academic Requirements

For the Master of Science in Forestry (thesis-based) program at Lakehead University, applicants must meet the following Academic Requirements:

• Graduates of a recognized university, college, or institute.
• Evidence of scholarly achievement, with a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent.
• A minimum academic standing of at least Second Class (B) based on the last 20 half courses or equivalent.
• For applicants from countries with a British-patterned grading system, a minimum grade of B or Second Class, Upper Division is required.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Program-specific requirements include:

• Mutual agreement with a faculty supervisor and appropriate funding.
• Applicants holding a four-year degree in an allied discipline (e.g., Biology, Geography, Agriculture, Environmental Studies, Resource Management, Outdoor Recreation) may need to take up to two full-course equivalents at the undergraduate level.
• Those with inadequate academic backgrounds may be invited to take a minimum of four full-course equivalents in forestry at the undergraduate level. If they achieve an average of B or better, they may then apply for admission to the graduate program.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. All applicants will be advised by the Office of Graduate Studies in writing regarding their admission status.

We encourage students to apply as soon as possible and to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding the application process.

Language Requirements

Update: English language proficiency requirements have recently changed.

Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate they can cope with the language demands of an English language university.

Lakehead University accepts the following as proof of English language proficiency:

• Successful completion of one of the below language tests with the required minimum scores
• Successful completion of Lakehead University’s Academic English Program
• Successful completion of one of our approved Pathway Partner’s ESL programs
• Successful completion of Senior Level English courses

To satisfy Lakehead University's English language proficiency requirements, applicants can complete one of the following recognized language tests with the required minimum scores:

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.