Program Overview
The Sustainability: Science and Society at Brock University is a Master programme in Humanities over 16 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 humanities. 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 Sustainability: Science and Society 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: 16 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 7,834 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,002 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: St. Catharines, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Sustainability: Science and Society programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Sustainability Science and Society
- Methods for Environmental Inquiry
- Problem Solving in the Environment
- Transdisciplinary Seminar
- Water Resource Economics, Management, and Governance
- Climate Change Adaptation and Transformation
- Landscape Ecology and Ecosystem Management
- Current Topics in Conservation Ecology and Biodiversity
- Politics and the Environment
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to a Master\xc2\x92s program, a student will normally hold a four year degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited university with a minimum 75% (mid-B) average over the last two years of full-time undergraduate study.
You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program specific materials:- Two academic references are required.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Intent \xc2\x97 this document should convey the rationale for seeking entry to the program as well as describe how it advances his/her professional and academic aspirations.
- Agreement in principle of a core graduate faculty member to act as a tentative research supervisor is required for admission. This should be included as part of your statement of intent.
- Students must also indicate their intention to pursue Scheme A (co-op) or Scheme B (thesis) at the time of application.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 7,834 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,002 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 7,834 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; CAD 3,002 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Brock 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 Brock University
Brock University
St. Catharines, Canada
Brock 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 2004-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 16 months