Program Overview
The Family Ecology and Practice at University of Alberta is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Family Ecology and Practice programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 3,391 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,660 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Edmonton, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Family Ecology and Practice programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Agriculture, Forestry, and Home Economics
- Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science
- Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences
- Animal Science
- Agricultural and Resource Economics
- Environmental and Conservation Sciences
- Forest Science
- Forest Economics
- Human Ecology
- Nutrition and Food Sciences
- Nutrition
- Plant Science
- Rural Sociology
- Renewable Resources
- UNIVUniversity
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- 4-year undergraduate degree or its academic equivalent, from a recognized institution.
- Grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 out of 4.0 in the last two years (approximately 60 credits) of post-secondary study.
- A description of your research interests (Why are you interested in their work and why do you feel you would be a good fit?)
- Attach your Curriculum Vitae, including any publications
- Attach a scanned copy of your transcripts
- If applicable, attach a scanned copy of English language proficiency
- Application Checklist (Word)
- CV Form (PDF)
- Statement of Goals and Objectives (Word)
- Reference Letter Form
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,391 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,660 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 3,391 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,660 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Alberta directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada
public research university in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
