MA/MSc in Enviromental Studies in Canada at UVic Canada

Program Overview for MA/MSc in Enviromental Studies in Canada:

Effective environmental action and research require the participation of the land and the people who live on it. Cooperate with international communities, indigenous peoples, government agencies, etc. to carry out important environmental investigations. 

You will have access to various research facilities on campus, such as our Ethnoecology, Restoration, and Conservation Ecology and Visualization Laboratory. UVic's proximity to marine and alpine ecosystems, freshwater wetlands, rivers, lakes, and temperate forests makes us an ideal place for excursions.

Master's and Master's programs are research-intensive and focus on thesis creation. This original work will showcase advanced research and knowledge of environmental research. At the beginning of our plan, you must participate in a three-day field camp. The MA and MSc courses vary based on your elective courses and your thesis research. Discuss with your supervisor which is the best option for you.

Areas of focus

• Ecological restoration

• Ethnoecology

• Political Ecology

The eligibility for MA/MSc in Enviromental Studies in Canada for both domestic and international student is:

Initial inquiries should be made to individual faculty or the school's graduate adviser. There are two primary criteria in determining admission: prior academic achievement and fit with prospective supervisors and the school in general. We encourage applicants to contact us at least a year in advance of the program start to discuss research prospects, admissions, and financial support.

Applicants are required to meet the Faculty of Graduate Studies English Language Proficiency requirement. Those who have met the requirement may be required to take English language courses and their other coursework.

Admission requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in an area of study related to the proposed graduate research. The minimum GPA required for a master's entry is 6.5 on the University of Victoria 9-point scale (B+ average) in the last two years of undergraduate study. In practice, a higher GPA is typically required for admission. Some exceptions may be made, in extenuating circumstances, such as with mature applicants who have achieved significant work experience, who have shown evidence of ability to complete major projects in a competent and timely manner, and who have demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of highly accomplished undergraduate students.

In addition to the documentation required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies (see Faculty Admissions), applicants must also submit a statement of research interest (1-2 pages), a brief introductory essay that highlights past accomplishments (1-2 pages), and a CV.

Students will apply to enter either the MA or MSc program. The decision about which program is more appropriate will be made by the School’s Graduate Programs Committee and will be based on several criteria: the student’s academic background, the nature of the proposed project; proposed courses; specialties of the proposed supervisor.

Typically, students entering the program with a Bachelor of Arts degree will continue with a MA degree, whereas students with a Bachelor of Science will enter the MSc program.

Students may complete the program as full-time or part-time students.

Deadlines

January 15 for admission in September of the same calendar year.

These are the test eligibilities for the MA/MSc in Enviromental Studies to qualify.

The international student tuition fees and costs for MA/MSc in Enviromental Studies in Canada.

All graduate students must have a faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor. When you apply:

• You must list a potential supervisor on your application
• This faculty member must agree to be your supervisor and recommend your admission.

To find a supervisor, review the faculty contacts. When you've found a faculty member whose research complements your own, contact them by email.

Contact the graduate secretary at esgradsec@uvic.ca or 250-472-5516.

Graduate students registered in full-time programs are automatically considered for a fellowship. This is based on a qualifying GPA.

Individual award amounts may vary depending on the program.

UVic Fellowship Awards

• Up to $17,500 per year (masters)
• Up to $20,000 per year (Ph.D.)

UVic Graduate Awards

• Up to $10,000 per year (masters and Ph.D.)

Eligibility

• The minimum requirement for funding consideration is an A- average on the last two years of coursework
• Domestic and international students are considered equally for funding
• Full-time registration (3.0 units) for UVic Fellowship holders and at least part-time registration (1.5 units) for UVic Graduate Award holders
• Full-time registration for students registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) is 1.5 units

Every year we employ many graduate students to assist with teaching, research, and lab instruction.

• Their academic units hire teaching assistants (TAs) to assist with teaching and grading courses. These are unionized, hourly positions.
• Faculty members hire research assistants (RAs) to help with their research. These roles are sometimes called scientific assistants or laboratory instructors. RA salaries come from faculty members’ research grants. Because of this, RA hours, salary, and other details are worked out between you and the faculty member.

Work-study

The work-study program offers part-time jobs on campus that fit your course schedule.

To be eligible, you must:

• Be a full-time student
• Demonstrate financial need
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)

Co-operative Education Program (co-op)

UVic is home to the largest graduate co-op program in Canada. You can add a co-op to your master’s or doctoral studies for work experience in your field of study.

Bursaries

We offer non-repayable bursaries based on financial needs.

To be eligible for a bursary, you must be:

• Already receiving the maximum government student loans available to you
• In full-time status as determined by the Faculty of Graduate Studies
• In good academic standing