“My experience with the Forest Ecology program was wonderful. It’s small enough that professors and students can get to know each other well, yet it also offers a lot of opportunities for students to find out what interests them and to pursue those interests. I was able to take field courses, work for two summers as a research assistant, and even participate in academic conferences.”
– Katherine Dearborn (BSc-4yr), winner of the Chancellor’s Gold Medal for Highest Standing in Science (4-Yr) and the medal for achievement in a 4-Yr major
Environmental Sciences (BSc)
The Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences provides interdisciplinary programs that have a holistic view of the environment. Following the general principles of sustainability, the courses provide an integrated approach to understanding the environment, examining human impact, and providing a framework to develop solutions to environmental problems
Students in the BSc program choose from four different streams:
Forest Ecology - study of forest ecology, biology, and sustainable forest management and the role our forests play within the overall management of other natural resources
Forest Policy and Management – study of forest ecology and biology, with a focus on the administrative and cultural practices and the role of stakeholders in forest policy and management
Chemistry - study of the fundamental chemical nature of the environment with a focus on organic and inorganic chemistry and biochemistry
Global Environmental Systems - study of biogeochemical systems, environmental/ land management techniques, and human impact on the environment
This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree (4-year or Honours).
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. Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S is required for the Chemistry stream.
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Get StartedQuestions about the application process? Contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
“My experience with the Forest Ecology program was wonderful. It’s small enough that professors and students can get to know each other well, yet it also offers a lot of opportunities for students to find out what interests them and to pursue those interests. I was able to take field courses, work for two summers as a research assistant, and even participate in academic conferences.”
– Katherine Dearborn (BSc-4yr), winner of the Chancellor’s Gold Medal for Highest Standing in Science (4-Yr) and the medal for achievement in a 4-Yr major
Program Contacts
Dr. Kirit Patel
Department Chair
phone: 204.786.9313
email: environmental.studies@uwinnipeg.ca
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this webpage differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
How to Apply
For details on application requirements and deadlines, and to apply online, please visit: uwinnipeg.ca/apply
For more information contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
Program Contacts
Dr. Kirit Patel
Department Chair
phone: 204.786.9313
email: environmental.studies@uwinnipeg.ca
web: uwinnipeg.ca/environmental-studies
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
“My experience with the Forest Ecology program was wonderful. It’s small enough that professors and students can get to know each other well, yet it also offers a lot of opportunities for students to find out what interests them and to pursue those interests. I was able to take field courses, work for two summers as a research assistant, and even participate in academic conferences.”
– Katherine Dearborn (BSc-4yr), winner of the Chancellor’s Gold Medal for Highest Standing in Science (4-Yr) and the medal for achievement in a 4-Yr major
Last Updated: 08/01/2024