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Master of Science in Environment and Management

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Build skills in environmental management, research and problem solving. Tackle complex global sustainability and environmental problems. Prepare to lead sustainability initiatives in multiple sectors.

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September 05, 2023

Start date
September 05, 2023
Application deadline
June 05, 2023
Delivery model
Blended
Domestic tuition
$ 27,938 CAD
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$ 36,447 CAD
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Program description

You’re passionate about, and deeply involved in, practical environmental issues. Perhaps your interest ignited through an undergraduate degree in  science, or environmental science. Or maybe you’ve already been working in the environmental field for a few years.

Now, you want to take your energy and commitment to the next level, furthering your career in creating a more sustainable world.

The Master of Science in Environment and Management is a transdisciplinary two-year blended program. It combines leading-edge research with on-the-ground practice and theory. You'll be prepared to excel and lead change in your life-long career trajectory, with skills in solving sustainability and environmental challenges in diverse contexts and across sectors.

You’ll examine many topics related to sustainability, from climate pollution and biodiversity loss, to reconciliation and social and community innovations. You’ll learn about strategic decision making, teamwork and the nature of change. And you’ll learn how to address technical and policy questions using systems and sustainability perspectives.

By studying the inter-relationships between human, social and ecological systems, and learning about critical management concepts, you'll be ready to lead sustainability initiatives in multiple sectors, from government to industry and more. 

The elective difference

The Master of Science in Environment and Management shares some courses with the related Master of Arts in Environment and Management. The difference is in the elective courses that you'll take.

Master of Science in Environment and Management elective courses include:

  • environmental analysis and remedial technologies
  • science and impacts of climate change
  • toxicology and risk assessment
  • ecosystem science and management
  • global environmental systems and processes

If you identify a critical skill or knowledge gap in your learning agenda, you have the option of substituting a course elective from another university, upon approval of the program head and director of the school.


Program outcomes

Once you have completed this program, you'll have skills to address global and local environmental and sustainability challenges, and to lead change in multi-sector organizations. You'll be prepared to work in government, public and private sectors.

Program delivery

This program is delivered through a blend of online learning and on-campus residencies.

Online learning

Online courses consist of assigned readings, synchronous or asynchronous lectures, interactive discussions, and individual and team assignments.

You’re expected to meet deadlines and contribute meaningfully to your class. Your contributions are a big part of everyone’s learning.

You’ll take one online course at a time for a period of 10 weeks each. Each online course requires approximately 10-15 hours of work per week.

You'll start your program with a non-credit, but required, course about academic integrity.

Residencies

This blended program has three three-week residencies.

Residencies are intensive and immersive. Many students say this time together is the highlight of their program.

During your residency, you can expect to:

  • attend classes full time (e.g., Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
  • complete homework and individual and team assignments outside of class hours

You can also expect to:

  • be intensively engaged in deep dialogue and inquiry
  • engage in an innovative project, open space technology and fieldwork
  • participate in an integrated social and natural science inquiry
  • attend planned recreational and evening events

Completion options

You'll complete your degree by writing a thesis or conducting a Major Research Project.

Thesis option

A thesis is a systematic study of a significant problem, issue or phenomenon. It demonstrates your ability to analyze research and data, and apply it to solve a problem, understand an issue, or explore an opportunity. The result is a synthesis of information and/or recommendations for further action.

In the Master of Science in Environment and Management, your thesis will be related to the topics you'll study in the natural or physical sciences. You might test a hypothesis relating to the natural and/or physical world. Or you could conduct a scientifically based case study and analysis. Thinking ahead about what you would like to do for this project is helpful, as it is useful information to include in your application.

Major project option

A Major Research Project is an alternative to the more traditional thesis. It is a good option if you have a very specific challenge to address. To complete it, you may collaborate with an organization, community or association to conduct a participatory research project that leads toward positive ecological, social and/or structural change.

Work while you learn

Online courses, combined with residencies, allow you to learn without having to give up your current employment. While you'll want to check with your employer about your course schedule and any time off you might need, in many cases, employers can support, mentor or sponsor you in your studies.

Courses

ITAI

Introduction to Academic Integrity

0.0 Credits

ENVR545

Theories and Stories in Sustainable Development

3.0 Credits

ENVR530

Economics for Decision Making

3.0 Credits

ENVR582

Environmental Analysis and Remediation

3.0 Credits

EECO503

Foundations for Environmental Communication

3.0 Credits

EECO586

The Biosphere and Sustainability

3.0 Credits

ENVR571

Legal Aspects of Environmental Management

3.0 Credits

EECO510

Worldviews, Ethics, and the Environment

3.0 Credits

ENVR560

Environmental Accounting and Reporting

3.0 Credits

ENVR505

Ecosystem Science and Management

3.0 Credits

ENVR581

Toxicology and Risk Assessment

3.0 Credits

ENVR550

Research and Analysis

3.0 Credits

EECO508

Learning Theory and Program Design

3.0 Credits

ENVR514

Global Environmental Processes and Current Issues

3.0 Credits

INDS505

Academic Writing and Critical Thinking Across Disciplines

3.0 Credits

ENVR504

Sustainability Science and Management

3.0 Credits

ENVR590

Reconciliation and Regenerative Innovation

3.0 Credits

ENVR662

Systems Methods for Environmental Management

3.0 Credits

ENVR655

Governance Innovations for Sustainability

3.0 Credits

ENVR660

Environmental Management Tools

3.0 Credits

ENVR695

Master of Science Thesis

12.0 Credits

SPCC614

Science and Impacts of Climate Change

3.0 Credits

SPCC615

Climate Policy and Governance

3.0 Credits

ENVR685

Major Research Project in Environment and Management

9.0 Credits

ENVR627

Learning in a Living Lab

3.0 Credits

Faculty

Chris Ling

Program head

Program head

Matt Dodd

Professor

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Robert Newell

Assistant professor

Sarah Elizabeth Wolfe

Professor

William T. Dushenko

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Standard admission

  • Four-year (or comparable) science-focused undergraduate degree in a related field, with a minimum GPA of 'B' (3.00/4.33), from a recognized post-secondary institution.
  • At least two years of relevant work or volunteer experience.
  • Applicants who meet the degree requirement, but not the GPA requirement, will normally be required to complete "Academic Writing and Critical Thinking" several weeks prior to starting the program and obtain a minimum final grade of B (73%).

Flexible admission

Applicants who do not meet the Standard Admission requirements will be considered for flexible admission and assessed as follows:

  • Normally, six years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • All flexible admission applicants will normally be required to complete "Academic Writing and Critical Thinking" several weeks prior to starting the program and obtain a minimum final grade of B (73%).

English language proficiency

  • If English is not your primary language, please review our English language requirements.

Additional recommendations

  • Our program is designed to be of most benefit to environmental practitioners who have an interest in, or a responsibility for, leadership and sustainable decision-making. As such, work and volunteer experience are key requirements of admission to the program.
  • Indication of potential thesis topic and thesis sponsor is beneficial to a candidate’s application.

All applications to this program require submission of the following information and supporting documents before your file can be assessed for admission:

Application form

In order to apply online, you will be required to create a log-in account using your email address. You will be required to list all credit courses and/or programs you have completed or are currently enrolled in. An application fee will be required. If your application fees are being paid by a third party, review sponsored student information. Once submitted, you may check the status of your application at any time.

Official transcripts

Applicants are responsible for arranging for the submission of official transcripts from ALL post-secondary (higher education) institutions currently or previously attended, for all credit courses and/or programs. Transcripts are not required for non-credit programs or courses, though some programs may require proof of professional certifications or designations.

Transcripts are considered official only if submitted directly by the Registrar or other recognized authority of the providing institution in the institution's original, sealed envelope. If the envelope has been opened, the transcripts are no longer official and new (official) transcripts will be required to complete your application.

All international transcripts or credentials are subject to an international transcript and/or credential evaluation.

Personal statement 

Your personal statement should be no less than a one-page letter indicating your motivation for seeking entrance to the program. Your statement should comment upon your personal and career goals, the expectations you have for the program in relation to the achievement of your goals, and the strengths you feel you can bring to the program. While it is not necessary, you can also include potential thesis interests and potential thesis sponsor.

Letters of reference 

It is ideal if one reference letter is based on your work experience and the other based on either your academic performance or community service that you have undertaken. However, two work-related references are acceptable in certain cases. There is no set standard for letter of reference format. The length and level of detail in each letter may vary.

Content of the reference letters should illustrate and support your suitability for admission to the Master of Arts/Master of Science in Environment and Management program. Content may include how your referee feels you will succeed in the program (and why) and how the program will benefit you. Indication of demonstrated skills, competencies and aptitudes and other relevant information about which the referee can comment is beneficial. The context in which the referee has come to know you should also be mentioned.

Résumé  

Your résumé should provide as much information as possible, with special attention given to the past ten years of your career. As a guideline, items in your resume should include:

  • Post-secondary education: List all post-secondary education, degrees, diplomas, and certificates you have achieved.
  • Training and professional development: List career-related training and professional development programs. Include the source of training, and the duration and year completed. List other training and personal development programs not already identified.
  • Work experience: Please include name of organization, position, length of service and brief description of duties. 
  • Voluntary/unpaid work experience: List and describe any voluntary/unpaid post-secondary employment and/or community service experience. Please include the name of the organization, length of service, and a brief description of duties. List positions you have held in this service.
  • Information technology training and experience: Briefly describe your level of training and experience in the use of information technology including computers, software and telecommunications networks as tools for business, education, teaching and personal use.
  • Professional memberships/affiliations: List memberships and positions you hold/have held in professional associations, service clubs, community/volunteer sector.
  • Other relevant information: Provide any other information which you believe is relevant to your application and will be of assistance to the review committee.

If applicable:

  • Applicants declaring permanent resident or Convention Refugee status in Canada, must submit a copy of their Permanent Resident Card (PR card) along with their application.
  • Transcript evaluation fee or credential evaluation report, if submitting international transcripts.
  • An official English language proficiency score report or other evidence of proficiency if English is not your primary language.
  • Other information or documents as may be requested to determine your eligibility.

For information on how and where to send your supporting documents, please refer to the document submission guidelines.

Financial aid and awards

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RBC Community Integrated Learning Grants

Funding for students completing a required career learning and development (CLD) work term in the community of at least 420 hours with an organization that cannot provide wages or compensation.

Up to $8,500

Development

ACT WEST Community Foundation Fund

The ACT WEST Community Foundation helps support single mothers build better lives for themselves and their children.

up to 4 years tuition

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Single Parents

Admiral John Charles and Mary Charles Scholarship

Awarded annually to a second year School of Humanitarian Studies student who is currently serving or retired military.

$1,500

Active students (In-course)

AEBC/Allyant Scholarship

The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) works to improve the lives of blind, deafblind and partially sighted Canadians...

From $1,500 to $2,500

External

Allan Cahoon Global Advancement and Diversity Award

Assist students in underrepresented populations who wish to promote diversity.

$1,000

Active students (In-course)

Allan Cahoon Scholarship

This scholarship aims to encourage academic excellence, supporting students who excel both academically and through their leadership.

$1,500

Active students (In-course)

Andrea Fallan Memorial Bursary

Provides financial assistance to a second year BCom student for exceptional leadership, community involvement, and dedication to promote a cohesive team environment.

$500

Active students (In-course)

Asper Foundation Communications Award

Awarded to students in communications-related degree working in, or seeking to work in the communications industry.

$5,000

Active students (In-course)

Assistance Program for Students with Permanent Disabilities

This program helps students with permanent disabilities pay for exceptional education-related services and adaptive equipment.

Up to $12,144/year

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