Environment, Resources and Sustainability

 Conserve and protect

Use insights from the natural and social sciences to help solve some of the world's biggest environmental and sustainability challenges – from water scarcity to pollution to loss of biodiversity.

Learn about conserving and restoring ecosystems, and explore issues in environmental governance. And thanks to our small classes, you'll develop a real sense of community right from first year.

When you graduate, you can apply your knowledge in a growing number of fields, from green technology to ecological consulting to environmental law. And if you want an early start, you can also apply that knowledge to paid co-op work terms.

• Get career-relevant skills. Whether you choose the regular or co-op stream, you'll get plenty of hands-on experience through case studies, field trips, and community projects.
• 30+ possible minors. In one of the most flexible programs at Waterloo, you can add one of more than 30 minors to your degree. Or do a double major. Or add an option. So go ahead: customize your degree to your interests!

• Work one on one with a professor. In your final year, focus on your interests and dive into the world of research during an eight-month independent research project on a topic of your choice.

Admission requirements

Ontario students

• Six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including any Grade 12 U English (a final grade of 70% is required)

Admission average: Low 80s

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