OpenFieldYork PhD in Earth and Space Science (CRESS Planetary Exploration)
World-renowned doctoral research at the Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science (CRESS), designing laser altimeters, atmospheric lidar systems, and planetary rovers for space exploration missions.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Earth Science, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or Geophysics with minimum A- average (80%+).
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each individual component.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not strictly required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated peer-reviewed publication record or high-impact Master's thesis.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters from faculty familiar with research ability.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full 4-year departmental support package of CAD $24,500/year plus planetary mission dataset access
- Application fee
- CAD $130 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full-time international tuition subsidized by supervisor research grants.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027 (Fall admission and scholarship consideration)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official York University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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