| The School of Environmental Studies has three core interdisciplinary research areas in Ecological Restoration, Ethnoecology, and Political Ecology. We embrace the full range of learning opportunities spanning natural and social sciences, humanities and traditional ecological knowledge. Through cooperative arrangements across campus and with various organizations and agencies, graduate students can gain access to a wide array of facilities. Located on southern Vancouver Island, there is easy access to marine, freshwater wetlands, rivers, lakes, upland Garry Oak, temperate rainforest, and alpine ecosystems. There is also opportunity for collaboration with many First Nations, government agencies, environmental, and other non-governmental organizations and corporations. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 78 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Admission requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in an area of study related to your proposed graduate program, with a minimum overall average of B+, 6.5 on the University of Victoria 9-point scale. In practice, a higher GPA is typically required to ensure entry. |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 575]
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| Application Notes : | A brief essay telling us about yourself and highlighting your past accomplishments, evidence of creativity, and research potential is required. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
