Dr. Kevin Turner

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kevin Turner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Tourism Studies at Brock University. He holds a PhD in Physical Geography from Wilfrid Laurier University and has additional training in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) from Sir Sandford Fleming College, along with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Geography and Biology from Trent University. His research focuses on northern water resources, particularly in the context of climate change. Kevin's work includes significant field studies in areas such as Old Crow Flats, Yukon, where he explores the hydrological and biogeochemical cycles of northern landscapes. His research utilizes a variety of methods including water chemistry and isotopic tracers, remote sensing, and paleolimnological analyses to assess changes in land cover and hydrology in response to environmental shifts. Kevin teaches courses on remote sensing, quantitative research design, and geographic information systems. He co-founded the Water and Environmental Laboratory and is an affiliate of the Environmental Sustainability Research Centre at Brock University.

Research Interests

Courses

GEOG 3P07 Remote Sensing GEOG 3P22 Quantitative Research Design Methodology GEOG 3P05 Geographic Information Systems GEOG 3P95 Advanced Geographic Information Systems SSAS 5P11 Water Resource Economics, Management, Governance GEOG 5P03 Quantitative Analysis Geography

Requirements for Brock University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.