Environmental Education
Master of Science – Environment and Management
Learning Mode
Blended delivery: online learning with three on‑campus residencies
Duration
24 Months (6 terms)
Start date
September 2, 2025 (application deadline June 2, 2025)
Qualification
Master of Science (MSc) in Environment and Management
Fees
Domestic: CAD 29,066 (entire program)
International: CAD 39,800 (entire program)
Location
Online with three residencies at Royal Roads University, Victoria, BC
About the Course
Designed for professionals aiming to lead in sustainability and environmental action, the MSc in Environment and Management combines online coursework with immersive residencies. You’ll tackle real-world issues—climate pollution, biodiversity loss, reconciliation, and social innovation—using a transdisciplinary lens that integrates environmental science, policy, and management
Why choose Science in Environment and Management at Royal Roads?
Industry connected
Learn from expert, practitioner-faculty and engage in applied projects during intensive residencies, including field-based inquiry
Global opportunities
Adopt systems and sustainability perspectives to address cross-cultural and global environmental challenges
Professional accreditation
MSc holders gain credentials that align with environmental leadership roles across governmental, not-for-profit, and private sectors
Course Overview
- Delivery Model: Online courses (10–12 weeks, ~10–15 hrs/week), plus three residencies (intensive, full-time, team-based learning)
- Projected Skillset: Strategic decision-making, systems thinking, collaboration, sustainability leadership across sectors
- Capstone Options: Choose between a science-based thesis (12 credits) or a Major Research Project (9 credits), tailored around “on-the-ground” sustainability work
Course Duration
Structured over two years (six academic terms), with online delivery paired with three residencies. Expect ~10–15 hrs/week study + residency involvement including fieldwork and group learning
Course Curriculum
Core and elective courses (30+ credits) include:
- ITAI – Academic Integrity (non-credit)
- MEMOR – Program Orientation (non-credit)
- ENVR545 – Theories & Stories in Sustainable Development
- ENVR582 – Environmental Analysis & Remediation
- ENVR505 – Ecosystem Science & Management
- ENVR581 – Toxicology & Risk Assessment
- ENVR514 – Global Environmental Processes
- SPCC614 – Science & Impacts of Climate Change
- ENVR550 – Research & Analysis
- ENVR662 – Systems Methods for Environmental Management
- ENVR655 – Governance Innovations for Sustainability
- ENVR695 (Thesis, 12 credits) or ENVR685 (Major Research Project, 9 credits)
- ENVR627 – Learning in a Living Lab
A breadth of science-based electives reflects environment‑focused orientation of the MSc
Admission Requirements
- A four-year (or equivalent) undergraduate degree in science or related field with at least a “B” average/GPA ≥ 3.0
- Two years of relevant work experience, or equivalent Indigenous/professional experience
- English proficiency (e.g., IELTS ≥ 6.0)
- Additional materials: references indicating suitability, academic writing sample, and resume
Fees and Funding
- Domestic Tuition: CAD 29,066 total
- International Tuition: CAD 39,800 total
- Flexible payment over six terms; residencies and field work may incur separate fees
- Scholarships, bursaries, and veteran education benefits available via Royal Roads
Career Opportunities
Graduates work in roles such as:
- Environmental Manager / Sustainability Coordinator
- Conservation Scientist
- Policy Analyst
- Ecological Consultant
- Environmental Educator
- Community Sustainability Advisor
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