Complex issues like water and energy security, climate change, and environmental degradation touch virtually every person, in every profession, in every part of the world. Studying Environment, Sustainability and Society (ESS) at Dalhousie will allow you to explore the links between complex environmental issues and poverty, globalization, consumption, and urbanization. You’ll gain skills that will make you a leader and change-maker in your chosen career path.
Careers and future study:
The unique interdisciplinary approach of the ESS program prepares you for jobs in virtually any area across society: public service, industry, not-for-profit, and the private sector. Depending on the program you combine your ESS major with, your career options may include:
Due to the flexibility of combining majors in the ESS program, you’ll have a variety of options for future study. This may include pursuing a Master of Science (MSc) or Master of Arts (MA) in topics such as environmental law, management, or sustainable materials architecture. You may also choose to go on to complete a Ph.D.
You’ll need to meet the general admission requirements as well as the program specific admission requirements before you can apply.
Minimum admission requirements:
Please note: Admission to many programs at Dalhousie is competitive; meeting the minimum average doesn’t guarantee admission. Typically, 70% or higher is necessary in all required subjects for early admission.
If you don’t currently meet these requirements, you may be eligible for one of our upgrading or pathway programs.
International High School Applicant Requirment Based on Curriculum:
You'll be assessed based on the equivalency of your home country.
You’ll need to meet the general admission requirements as well as the program specific admission requirements before you can apply.
Minimum admission requirements:
Please note: Admission to many programs at Dalhousie is competitive; meeting the minimum average doesn’t guarantee admission. Typically, 70% or higher is necessary in all required subjects for early admission.
If you don’t currently meet these requirements, you may be eligible for one of our upgrading or pathway programs.
Canadian HIgh School Applicant's Requirements Based on Provinces:
Canadian High School Applicant's Requirements Based on Curriculum:
In additional to above requirements, some programs may have additional admission requirements.
The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for BSc/BA/BMgmt in Environment, Sustainability and Society in Canada: are:
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Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
Living Cost | CA$10,800.00/year (CA$900.00/month) |
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Student Earning | CA$16,064.00/year |
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You will earn CA$16,064.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.55/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.55/h) at minimum wage of $12.55/hour. |
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Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
Living Cost | CA$10,800.00/year (CA$900.00/month) |
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Student Earning | CA$16,064.00/year | ||||||
This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$16,064.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.55/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.55/h) at minimum wage of $12.55/hour. |
Apply by March 1 to be considered for entrance scholarships.
For undergraduate admission inquiry, contact:
International students contact Kristen Fraser - kristen.fraser@dal.ca
Canadian students contact Peggy Griffin - peggy.griffin@dal.ca
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