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STUDENT TESTIMONIAL
“During the past two years at Lakehead University I met many enthusiastic and energetic professors and students. This
was an enriching and delightful journey! The program has provided me multiple research and funding opportunities, equipped me with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, and encouraged me to pursue my research and study at a higher level.”
Peizhi Yan, MSc student in Computer Science, Recipient of Governor General’s Gold Medal
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CHEMISTRY (MSc)
Our Department of Chemistry offers a graduate program that provides students with diverse opportunities across the sub-disciplines of analytical, biochemical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry.
Areas of faculty research include, but are not limited to:
Electrochemistry and surface analysis
Material science
Molecular design
Pulp and paper research
Organometallic chemistry and catalysis
Organic synthesis Aqueous silicon chemistry
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Photochemistry
Environmental and medicinal chemistry
Food Chemistry
Radiochemistry
Medical Imaging
Colloid and Interface Science
Separation Science and Technology
MASTER OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (MES)
The thesis-based 2 year MES focuses on field training and interdisciplinary study, focusing on challenges in the relationships between humans and the natural environment.
Areas of faculty research include, but are not limited to:
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE (MSc)
The MSc in Computer Science provides an opportunity to explore the breadth and depth of advanced knowledge in the discipline. Faculty, staff, and students are equipped with state-of-the-art computing facilities including smart lecture rooms, labs, and a variety of computing technologies (e.g. virtual reality, parallel computing). Students benefit from a selection of advanced courses and a chance to pursue research that aligns with their interests and aspirations.
A co-op option is available after completion of two terms (four half graduate courses). Suitability for the co-op option will be based on academic performance in the program.
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SPECIALIZATION IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) OPTION
Students will develop the skills and knowledge to conduct research in
the field of Computer Science with a focus on core AI techniques. Upon completion, students will be able to apply and select appropriate AI algorithms and techniques in a variety of industrial sectors and further advance the AI-related research. Topics will include deep learning, natural language processing, machine learning, image processing, pattern recognition, and other emerging technologies. Finally, students will develop research and application-based ethical awareness. In 2020, five of our MSc students have been awarded the 2020-21 Vector Institute Scholarships in Artificial Intelligence to conduct research using AI techniques.
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This specialization is only available for the thesis-based Computer Science program.
MASTER OF ARTS IN ECONOMICS (MA)
The Economics program offers training in core economic theory subjects while emphasizing several applied fields such as index number analysis, industrial organization, labour economics, public economics, international trade, economic development, natural resource economics, and econometrics. Our graduates are well-prepared for employment in government agencies and the private sector, as well as for further academic studies in reputed doctoral programs in North America.
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Sustainable communities
Indigenous land use and occupancy
Social impacts of natural resource extraction
Resource management Nature-based tourism
Treaty and Aboriginal rights Urban and rural food security Culture and identity
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Economic development Protected areas Conservation Traditional subsistence Paleo-ecology
Climate change
Biological and aquatic remediation
GIS, remote sensing
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