NS,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Environmental and Sustainability Studies in Wolfville Canada | Acadia University
Acadia University
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Wolfville Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
21,786
(c. USD15,975.52)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Environmental & Sustainability Studies program is an interdisciplinary field that encourages you to integrate expertise from diverse disciplines. You'll develop a holistic perspective on both natural and human ecosystems and their long-term viability, while identifying key issues and potential resolutions.
Our ESST curriculum combines theoretical foundations with practical applications. We merge conventional academic methods with experiential learning opportunities, fostering students' abilities to think analytically and develop innovative solutions.
Upon completion, you'll possess deep knowledge of sustainability principles and the tools to drive meaningful transformation toward a more durable and sustainable future. Outside lectures, you'll have opportunities to collaborate with faculty on research initiatives and participate in community-based sustainability projects covering areas like:
eco-conscious nutrition
renewable energy infrastructure
equitable environmental policies
Indigenous sovereignty
Community engagement forms a fundamental part of the Acadia experience. Through ESST, you'll enhance your civic responsibility, evolving into a more effective environmental guardian and sustainability champion.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission from High School
When planning their secondary school programs, students should note that a number of courses taken in the first university year have secondary school prerequisites. Generally, students continuing university work in subjects available in secondary school are advised to have senior year secondary school standing in those subjects.
Only academic (university preparatory) high school courses are acceptable for admission. The University reserves the right to exclude inappropriate courses from among those presented.
All students must present a penultimate (NS Grade 11 or equivalent) high school year course in mathematics
Required courses:
- English 12
- Four additional Grade 12 Academic or Advanced course
Admission from the International Baccalaureate Program
Students will be considered for admission using the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 24. Students admitted to Acadia University with a score of 30 or higher on the IB Diploma will receive 30 credit hours (30h) of university credit.
Students who have completed IB courses but do not possess the diploma will be considered based on their coursework. Acadia gives individual credit for IB courses completed at the higher level with grades of 5, 6, or 7.
English Language Proficiency
TOEFL score is 80 (PBT 550) with a minimum score of 90 (PBT 580) with no subtest score below 20. Overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no subtest score below 6.0), a CAEL score of 70 (with no subtest score below 60), a PTE Academic score of 61 (no subtest score below 60), Cambridge English: Advanced with a total of 176 (no subtest score below 169), and MELAB with an overall score of 80.
Tuition
CAD
21,786