Dr. Matthew Herod

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Matthew N. Herod is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Ottawa. He completed his PhD in Earth Science at the University of Ottawa in 2015 and holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Geological Sciences from Queen's University Kingston, which he attained in 2009. His research interests center around radioisotope and stable isotope geochemistry, radioactive waste disposal, hydrogeology, nuclear facility regulation, and geochemistry. His work focuses on understanding the complex interactions within geochemical systems and the implications for environmental and safety standards in the nuclear sector.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History