One of Canada's only degrees devoted wholly to climate change: a 12-month, course-based programme in Waterloo's Geography and Environmental Management department spanning climate science, vulnerability and adaptation, and mitigation, with the option to transfer into the internship stream after a term of good standing — a single September intake, applications due 1 February.
Key facts
Duration
12 months (1 year)
Language
English
Format
Full-time
Intake
September (sole intake)
Curriculum modules
Climate science — The physical basis for practitioners.
Vulnerability & adaptation — Assessing and planning for climate impacts.
Mitigation — Emissions-reduction policy and technology.
Optional internship stream — Work placement via transfer after first term.
Admission requirements
Four-year honours bachelor's degree with at least 75% average in the final 20 courses
TOEFL/IELTS for non-native English speakers
Three references, transcripts and a 500-word statement of interest
Fees and deadlines change every year: always confirm them on the official page before applying.
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