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The Master of Science in Forestry (MScF) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs focus on research and thesis work within specialized fields aligned with faculty knowledge and resources. Key areas encompass forest conservation biology, wildlife ecology, biosphere science, invasive species and forest health risks, sustainable forest management, fire ecology, conservation planning, sustainable development economics, forest governance, socio-cultural ecology, urban forestry, and biomaterials science.
MScF and PhD candidates pursue targeted research projects guided by faculty advisors. Faculty research frequently adopts interdisciplinary and practical approaches, enhancing the real-world relevance of findings and fostering collaborations across public, private, and non-profit organizations. Applicants originate from diverse academic disciplines such as biology, ecology, economics, environmental science, engineering, agriculture, mathematics, computer science, and social sciences.
An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university, with a final-year average of at least mid-B. A minimum of B+ is required for the collaborative specialization.
English language requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Required score: 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component.
Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Including Writing and Speaking Sections: Overall score: 93; Writing: 22; Speaking: 22
Academic English Level 60: Required score: B
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Online: Required score: 70 minimum total with at least 60 in each part.
The Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): Required score: 76 minimum total with at least 22 in each component and 32 in writing
Cambridge Assessment English: Required score: minimum 185 overall with at least 176 in each component.