Certificate Earth Sciences Certificate
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Campus & City BC, Canada
- Rent (1BR)
- C$1,400
- Groceries
- C$400
- Pint
- C$7.5
Cold winters (-15 to -30°C on prairies) and mild summers.
Toronto/Montréal/Vancouver have rapid transit; elsewhere bus-based.
Very low crime; winter commuting preparation matters more than safety.
Ranked in the QS Top 500 (2025) at #319. A recognised international research university.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Exceeded expectations"
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — winters are harder than you think but the spring-summer payoff is worth it. Overall, if you're considering Earth Sciences Certificate at Simon Fraser University, I'd say go for it.
"Would do it again"
I was sceptical before starting — now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — winters are harder than you think but the spring-summer payoff is worth it. Overall, if you're considering Earth Sciences Certificate at Simon Fraser University, I'd say go for it.
"Highly recommend"
This is the perfect place to study this subject. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — multicultural student body means you make friends from everywhere. Overall, if you're considering Earth Sciences Certificate at Simon Fraser University, I'd say go for it.
"Highly recommend"
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city — winters are harder than you think but the spring-summer payoff is worth it. Overall, if you're considering Earth Sciences Certificate at Simon Fraser University, I'd say go for it.
"Worth it overall"
It's been a mixed experience, but mostly positive. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city — winters are harder than you think but the spring-summer payoff is worth it. Overall, if you're considering Earth Sciences Certificate at Simon Fraser University, I'd say go for it.
"Mixed but mostly good"
It's been a mixed experience, but mostly positive. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — winters are harder than you think but the spring-summer payoff is worth it. Overall, if you're considering Earth Sciences Certificate at Simon Fraser University, I'd say go for it.
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