Certificate in Water Science
The Certificate in Water Science provides students with theoretical and practical training in hydrologic science. Emphasis is placed on a quantitative understanding and analysis of the hydrologic cycle, including the presence and movement of water in and between the primary storage pools: atmospheric moisture, surface runoff, soil moisture, groundwater, and surface storage in ponds, lakes, rivers, and oceans.
Water is the elixir of life. We all depend on water everyday and in many different ways. This certificate reveals to students how we obtain, use, and in many cases abuse water on Earth. To be able to understand water as a resource, we need to understand where it is found, how it moves, and ultimately how fragile our water supplies are. Whether it is knowing how clouds form and deliver rainfall to the surface or knowing how groundwater supplies may be contaminated by surface pollution, humans need to understand and appreciate the wide variety of components of the hydrologic cycle to understand how we can preserve this life-giving resource.
The certificate provides students with an advanced knowledge of hydrologic processes as well as field instrumentation, data collection, and analysis for hydrologic study.
Intakes
- Feb
- March
- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 3
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
You will gain expertise and acquire an additional credential in Water Science, which will be advantageous for those seeking careers as a:
Hydrologist / hydrogeologist
Government scientist
Private environmental consultant
Municipal water manager
Hydro-electric power manager
Water management planner
Agricultural manager / farmer
Civil/environmental engineer
PSW Opportunity
Eligibility for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP):
Graduated from a designated learning institution (DLI) in Canada.
Desire to stay in Canada temporarily for work.
Important Note:
Graduating from a DLI doesn't automatically qualify you for a PGWP.
Validity of PGWP:
Depends on the length of the study program or the expiry date of your passport, whichever comes first.
Duration of PGWP Based on Study Program Length:
Less than 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials): Not eligible for PGWP.
At least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials), but less than 2 years: PGWP may be granted for the same length as the study program (e.g., a 9-month program results in a 9-month PGWP).
2 years or more: PGWP may be valid for 3 years.
Completion of Multiple Programs:
PGWP may combine the lengths of each program if:
Each program is PGWP eligible.
Each program is at least 8 months (or 900 hours for Quebec credentials) in length.
Important Restriction:
You cannot obtain a PGWP if you already had one after completing an earlier program of study.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
At least 3 years of full-time study in an approved English-medium secondary program including Grades 10, 11, and 12, as well as successful completion of Grade 12 English Language Arts A30 and B30 (or equivalents)
Students from overseas schools offering a Canadian education system curriculum in English require a minimum grade of 65% on their Grade 12 English course(s).
At least 2.5 years of full-time study in an approved English-medium secondary program including Grades 11 and 12, as well as successful completion of Grade 12 English Language Arts A30 and B30 (or equivalents) with minimum final grades of 70%
At least 2 years of full-time study in an approved English-medium secondary program including Grades 11 and 12, as well as successful completion of Grade 12 English Language Arts A30 and B30 (or equivalents) with minimum final grades of 80%
If completion of secondary standing occurred more than five years ago, additional proof of English proficiency may be required.
The requirements to enter each level are as follows:
IELTS (Academic)
International English Language Testing System
TOEFL iBT
including the TOEFL iBT Home Edition
Test of English as a Foreign Language
Duolingo ILAC Pathway Other
Level 1
Intro
4.5
(minimum 4.0 in all areas)
60
(minimum 10 in all areas) 65-75 General English Level 9
Level 2
Intermediate 5.0
(minimum 4.5 in all areas) 65
(minimum 12 in all areas) 80-90 Pathway 1.2 Successful completion of Level 1
Level 3
Academic Preparation 5.5
(minimum 5.0 in all areas) 70
(minimum 15 in all areas) 95-100 Pathway 2.2 Successful completion of Level 2
Level 4
Academic Success
6.0
(minimum 5.5 in all areas) 75
(minimum 17 in all areas) 105 Pathway 3.2 Successful completion of Level 3
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
76680 CAD
Average Cost of Living: 22895 CAD /year
Application Fee: 90 CAD
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