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Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental & Life Sciences (Prairie Agro-Ecology)

Rigorous thesis-based master's degree investigating prairie wetland conservation, carbon sequestration in agricultural soils, and aquatic toxicogenomics in the Assiniboine River basin.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
Four-year BSc in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Environmental Science with GPA 3.0+
English language proficiency
6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each band)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Not required
Thesis / Research statement
Statement of research intent detailing field ecology, soil chemistry, or limnology interests
Recommendation letters
Two academic reference letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend
NSERC research assistantships and Manitoba Graduate Scholarships ($15,000 CAD)
Application fee
$140 CAD
Tuition / joining costs
$16,800 CAD/year for international candidates

Dates and verification

Application deadline
January 31, 2027
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

Facts reflect official Brandon University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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