“The Applied Environmental Science program provided me with a well-rounded education where I was prepared for the realities of employer demand.”
– Bryan Kehler (BSc)
Applied Environmental Science
Applied Environmental Science, offered jointly by The University of Winnipeg and RRC Polytech, is specifically designed to provide you with both theoretical and applied knowledge in environmental analysis and problem-solving careers in both industry and government. This is a 5-year program.
Students attend The University of Winnipeg in years one, two, and five, and RRC Polytech for years three and four. The program includes a full co-op work term, consisting of a minimum of 16 weeks of full- time, paid work experience. Students who successfully complete the entire program will receive a joint 4-Year BSc degree parchment from The University of Winnipeg and an Environmental Engineering Technology Diploma from RRC Polytech. Graduates are eligible for certification by the Certified Technicians and Technologists Association of Manitoba.
Required High School Courses
In addition to meeting The University of Winnipeg’s general admission requirements, you must have Chemistry 40S and either Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S or Applied Mathematics 40S.
How to Apply
Students must apply to The University of Winnipeg to complete 60 credit hours, and then apply to Red River College for their third year. No application is necessary when the student returns to UWinnipeg in their fourth or fifth year.
Step 1
Apply to The University of Winnipeg: http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/apply
Step 2
After completing 60 credit hours at UWinnipeg, apply to RRC Polytech by March 1: rrc.ca
Note: Students are required to pay an application fee at both institutions.
For more information visit www.uwinnipeg.ca or contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
“The Applied Environmental Science program provided me with a well-rounded education where I was prepared for the realities of employer demand.”
– Bryan Kehler (BSc)
Program Contacts
Dr. Kirit Patel
Department Chair
phone: 204.786.9313
email: environmental.studies@uwinnipeg.ca
OR contact the Program Coordinator at RRC Polytech at advisor@rrc.ca.
Visit the Environmental Studies websiteIn any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this webpage differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
Program Contacts
Dr. Kirit Patel
Department Chair
phone: 204.786.9313
email: environmental.studies@uwinnipeg.ca
OR contact the Program Coordinator at RRC Polytech at advisor@rrc.ca.
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this fact sheet differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
Last Updated: 08/01/2024
“The Applied Environmental Science program provided me with a well-rounded education where I was prepared for the realities of employer demand.”
– Bryan Kehler (BSc)
Last Updated: 08/01/2024