About the course
This major provides the foundation for applying science and economics to environmental issues to produce effective environmental policy. Students gain an understanding of the policy tools and market mechanisms for managing our natural resources effectively. Knowledge and skills learned in this major will enable students to identify, prioritize and solve environmental problems by integrating both scientific and economic theories and data. Equipped with the ability to look at current topics from the perspectives of economics, politics and environmental sciences, students have a number of interesting career opportunities in the public, private and NGO sectors. At the same time, the major fully prepares students to move onto professional and research graduate programs.
EEP graduates are pursuing exciting careers across Canada and around the world in consulting firms, government agencies, and non-government organizations.
Here are just a few careers our EEP program graduates have successfully pursued: Environmental policy analyst, Resource management specialist, Business sustainability manager,Environmental business risk assessment Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
Start dates and prices
Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.
Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available
Intake |
Location |
Fall (September), 2024 |
Guelph |
Fall (September), 2025 |
Guelph |
How to apply
Entry requirements for University of Guelph
All Official Transcripts. High school/secondary school Degree or Diploma. IB Diploma from outside Canada, you should present a minimum score of 28. IELTS - 6.5 (No band less than 6). TOEFL IBT - 89 (No individual scaled score less than 21). TOEFL PBT - 600.
English language requirements
6.5
Overall IELTS band score
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 89.0
Application deadline:
This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.
Further information
Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Guelph. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.
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