OpenFieldMaster of Science in Natural Resources & Environmental Studies
Research-intensive graduate degree exploring boreal forest ecology, watershed dynamics, fish biology, and environmental toxicology.
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 bachelor's degree in environmental science, forestry, or biology with minimum 3.3/4.33 GPA.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 overall.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research statement confirming prospective UNBC faculty supervisor.
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of academic assessment.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Graduate teaching and research assistantships: CAD $14,000–$20,000/year
- Application fee
- CAD $125
- Tuition / joining costs
- CAD $6,120 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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