The Master of Science in Environmental Sustainability at the University of Ottawa is designed for aspiring professionals and scholars seeking to address complex, multi-dimensional environmental challenges through effective policy and regulatory solutions. You will gain a robust interdisciplinary foundation, integrating knowledge from environmental science, law, economics, and policy. This postgraduate degree equips you with essential methodological skills for evidence synthesis and evaluation, preparing you to tackle pressing global environmental issues with a comprehensive understanding and practical approach.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over two years, offering a blend of compulsory courses and electives, allowing you to tailor your studies. You will engage with core subjects like Applied Environmental Sustainability, Foundations of Environmental Policy, and Environmental Law, alongside developing professional skills. The program culminates in a Major Research Paper, providing you with the opportunity to conduct in-depth analysis and contribute to the field. You will graduate prepared for diverse career pathways in environmental management, policy advising, and sustainability consulting.