MA in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies in Prince George Canada | University of Northern British Columbia

University of Northern British Columbia | Prince George Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 7,797
(c. USD5,594.47)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The Master of Arts in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies [MA (NRES)] program enables students to explore the societal aspects of human-environment relationships through either community-focused or regional lenses. This degree stands out for its emphasis on human viewpoints regarding past and present environmental and resource challenges. It promotes research into the social, cultural, ethical, economic, and political factors influencing land use, resource management, and ecological transformations in northern regions.

Students are required to select one of these specialization areas:

Geography
Environmental Studies
Outdoor Recreation, Conservation and Tourism

Typically, students complete the MA (NRES) program within two academic years


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Entry requirements may vary from country to country, Applicants must have an four-year (120 credit hours) Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.

English language requirement:

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 90 or higher in the internet-based test, with not less than 20 in any of the Reading, Listening, Writing or Speaking components; or equivalent other TOEFL score.

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic score of at least 6.5 overall, with not less than 6.0 in any of the four modules.

CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment) or the CAEL CE : overall 70, with no subtest below 60.

MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery): 85 final score, with 3 in the speaking test.

PTE (Pearson Test of English - Academic): 65 overall score, with a score of not less than 60 in reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Deadline: September intake: December 15, January intake: May 1, and May intake: December 15.

Tuition CAD 7,797

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