Program description
Environmental Studies focuses on the complex relationships between humans, whether as individuals, communities or institutions, and the environment. It examines the social, cultural, institutional, political, policy and legal aspects surrounding environmental issues and concerns. The Environmental Studies Program uses not only scientific approaches but also traditional knowledge, and in doing so broadens the ways in which the environment is viewed. This is illustrated using local, regional, and international case studies, which reveal the implications of diversity and inequality. Students gain a broad and integrated understanding of diverse fields, and develop a wide awareness of human and environmental concerns, such as human health, community and urban planning.
Program options
Degree options
B.Env.St. (General) Bachelor of Environmental Studies (General) – 3 years
B.Env.St. (Major) Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Major) - 4 years
B.Env.St. (Major) Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Major) Co-op – 4 years
B.Env.St. (Hons.) Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Honours) – 4 years
B.Env.St.. (Hons.) Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Honours) Co-op – 4 years
Interesting courses and unique opportunities
Interesting courses
- Environmental Responsibilities and the Law
- Green Building and Planning
- Sustainable Manitoba
- Advanced Issues in Environment and Health
- Advanced Issues in Environmental Law and Policy
Professional opportunities
- Natural resource management
- Conservation & biodiversity
- Environmental assessment
- Sustainable development
- Environmental health
- Wildlife management
- Sustainable building
- Northern studies
- Land systems
- Policy & law
- Stewardship
Admission requirements & prerequisites
Direct entry option
Direct entry is not an option for this program. Please review the advanced entry option section for more information.
Note: Direct Entry option available for students beginning in September 2013
Advanced entry option
24 credit hours in U1 (or an approved bachelors program)
This entry option is open to students who have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of university level study. Specific program requirements will vary; details of these requirements are available on each program’s application page.
High school prerequisites
High school prerequisites: any Math 40S, Biology 40S recommended
Many programs will require or recommend specific high school courses over and above their admission requirements. These high school prerequisites are not always required to enter the program, but they must be completed to enrol in certain university courses within it. If a student does not have a particular prerequisite when they enter the program, they may complete an equivalent upgrading course at university that will satisfy the prerequisite requirement.
More details on admission requirements, application dates and how to apply is available on the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources apply for admission page.
What is unique about this program at the U of M?
Connection to Manitoba Environmental Industries Association (MEIA)
Important Links
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
Department of Environment and Geography
