Bachelor Of Arts In Environmental Studies

Environmental Studies combines natural and social sciences to better understand the human relationship with the natural environment. You'll focus on applied issues such as sustainability in the management of land and water, the formulation of environmental policy, and how to ensure a healthy future for humans and nature. Program Highlights First-year Environmental Studies courses combine classroom learning with hands-on tutorials, so that you get the opportunity to discuss and analyze real-world environmental challenges in small group settings. Upper-year students participate in field study courses, where they can design and carry out original research projects in places such as provincial parks, cities and northern Canada. You’ll have opportunities to develop real applied skills, including use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), highly desired by employers. Sample Courses Parks and Protected Areas Wildlife and Resource Management Environmental Impact Assessment Indigenous Ecological Knowledge Global Food Systems Environmental Migration Design Your Degree These are a few popular academic opportunities which allow you to dive deeper into your major area of study or broaden your knowledge: Sustainability Option Geomatics Option Community Engagement Option SAMPLE CAREER OPTIONS Environmental Studies graduates can work in the areas of environmental assessment, research and monitoring, land-use planning, parks and protected areas, resource management and policy-making. chief ecologist community developer/fundraiser ecologist economic development planner environmental consultant environmental officer environmental planner field technician forestry/park ranger industrial consultant land use planner/surveyor map analyst market research analyst natural resources officer outdoor education teacher public policy analyst recreational program coordinator resource conservation specialist surveyor/mapping scientist sustainability officer teacher/professor tourism consultant urban planner water efficiency assistant water resources specialist