Dr. Osman Hersi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Osman Salad Hersi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Regina, where he specializes in sedimentology, stratigraphy, and sedimentary basin analysis. His expertise encompasses field studies in siliciclastic and carbonate rocks, focusing on paleogeographic evolution, tectonics, and reservoir characterization in various sedimentary systems. Before his tenure at the University of Regina, Dr. Hersi served as an Assistant Professor at Sultan Qaboos University in Oman and held positions as a Senior Geologist at AGAT Laboratories in Calgary, Alberta, and a Research Scientist and Postdoctoral Fellow in Canada. Dr. Hersi's research primarily investigates the intricate interactions between eustatic changes and sedimentation, as well as diagenesis in sedimentary rocks. His teaching portfolio includes courses on petroleum geology, stratigraphy, and sedimentology, engaging students with practical applications in geological sciences. Dr. Hersi has contributed significantly to the field through various publications focusing on reservoir quality assessment, stratigraphic frameworks, and sedimentological processes, enhancing the understanding of hydrocarbon systems across diverse geological settings.

Research Interests

Sedimentology Stratigraphy Basin Analysis

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-08-01 — Present

University of Regina • Regina, SK, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in sedimentology and stratigraphy as part of the Earth Sciences faculty.

Assistant Professor

2013-08-01 — 2015-07-31

Sultan Qaboos University • Muscat, Oman

Contributed to geology education and research in the fields of sedimentology and basin analysis.

Senior Geologist

2011-08-01 — 2013-07-31

AGAT Laboratories • Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Performed geological assessments and research for various projects.

Research Scientist

2007-08-01 — 2011-06-30

Carleton University • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Conducted research in geology and sedimentology.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2006-08-01 — 2007-07-31

Quebec Geoscience Centre • Quebec, Canada

Researched geoscience topics related to sedimentology and stratigraphy.

Courses

Geol 472 – Petroleum Geology Geol 414 – Geology of Siliciclastic Rocks Geol 416 – Geology of Carbonate Rocks Geol 340 – Stratigraphy Geol 314 - Sedimentology Geol 240 - Historical Geology Geol 220 - Invertebrate Paleontology Geol 201 - Internal Processes of the Earth Geol 102 - Environmental Geology Geol 840-AG – Siliciclastic Deposits & Sequence Stratigraphy Geol 840-001 – Topics in Sedimentology Geol 800-AH - Sedimentology of Carbonates & Evaporates Geol 841 - Regional Problems in Stratigraphy

Requirements for University of Regina

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.67
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:59
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Four-year baccalaureate degree
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Letter of Intent
  • WES ICAP evaluation (for international credentials in specific programs)
Specialization Notes

Standard graduate requirements applicable to most departments including Science, Engineering, and Arts.