Dr. Marc Bustin

Professor

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Biography

Marc Bustin is a Professor at the University of British Columbia (UBC) focusing on research related to reservoir characterization, particularly in unconventional petroleum resources. His expertise includes assessing factors that influence reservoir characteristics in various geological formations, including gas shales, oil producing shales, and coalbed methane. Bustin's research areas involve gas reservoirs, sedimentology, and the impact of diagenesis on pore systems and tight rocks. He has published extensively on the characterization of reservoir production modeling and mechanical stratigraphy. He obtained his Ph.D. from UBC, marking his established career in geosciences and applied research in energy resources.

Research Interests

Reservoir Characterization Unconventional Petroleum Resources Geochemistry Geology

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.