Program Overview
The Environmental Education and Communication at Royal Roads University is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Natural Sciences over 5 months, delivered Online. 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 Environmental Education and Communication 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: 5 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 7,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 6,050 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Victoria, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Education and Communication 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
- Developing Environmental Understandings
- Foundations for Environmental Communication
- Learning Theory and Program Design
- Introduction to Academic Integrity
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Four-year (or comparable) undergraduate degree in a related field, with a minimum GPA of \'B\' (3.00/4.33), from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- At least two years of relevant work or volunteer experience.
- Applicants who meet the degree requirement, but not the GPA requirement, will normally be required to\xc2\xa0take\xc2\xa0"Academic Writing and Critical Thinking"\xc2\xa0and obtain a minimum final grade of B (73%).
Applicants who do not meet the Standard Admission requirements will be considered for\xc2\xa0Flexible Admission\xc2\xa0and assessed as follows:
- Normally, six years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- All flexible admission applicants\xc2\xa0will normally be required to\xc2\xa0take\xc2\xa0"Academic Writing and Critical Thinking"\xc2\xa0and obtain a minimum final grade of B (73%).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 7,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 6,050 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 7,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 6,050 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Royal Roads University 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 Royal Roads University
Royal Roads University
Victoria, Canada
Royal Roads University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2009-04-18
- Start Date 2018-07-09
- Language English
- Duration 5 months