Honours BA in Forest Conservation - St. George in Toronto Canada | University of Toronto

Historically, forestry education primarily emphasized managing forests for timber production and economic gain. Today, recognizing forests' vital cultural, social, and ecological importance, management priorities have expanded to encompass biodiversity preservation, ecosystem health, and wildlife habitat protection. Our Forest Conservation curriculum equips students for these essential responsibilities by integrating ecological sciences with social studies. Graduates enter diverse roles across private, public, and nonprofit sectors, where conservation professionals collaborate in interdisciplinary teams to address pressing environmental and community concerns - from Indigenous land rights and park conservation to urban green spaces and carbon capture initiatives.
The University of Toronto's Undergraduate Forestry program delivers thorough training in forestry's biological, social, and operational aspects within ecosystem contexts. Coursework spans conservation practices, tree science, urban forestry, wood technology, wildlife ecology, agroforestry, bioenergy systems, and fire management strategies.
Degree options include a Bachelor of Arts in Forest Conservation or Bachelor of Science in Forest Conservation Science. The arts track emphasizes community-based management, policy development, and forest economics with social science electives, while the science program focuses on ecological principles with natural science electives.
Our major programs cultivate students' forestry interests while encouraging complementary studies in environmental science, geography, biology, chemistry, or urban planning. Minor options are available in both Forest Conservation (Arts) and Forest Conservation Science (Science).
As future stewards of natural resources, forestry students develop solutions for critical landscape and ecosystem challenges. If you're committed to sustainable resource management, enjoy hands-on outdoor learning, and seek interdisciplinary training to address climate-impacted resource issues, our forestry programs offer ideal preparation.