Sustainability Solutions
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    Sustainability Solutions

    University of Saskatchewan
    University of Saskatchewan
    Canada
    Canada, Saskatoon
    University Rank:#378
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 714 / credit
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Sustainability Solutions

    About

    Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year will open in September 2025.
    Deadline for all applications is 15 May 2026. (Note: all certificates are intended to be completed online.)
    You do not need a faculty supervisor to apply for this program.

    Note: Any application documents that are intended to be personal statements (e.g., Statement of Intent, Statement of Research, etc.) must be written by the applicant. Any such documents that appear to be produced by generative artificial intelligence (e.g., ChatGPT) may be rejected.

    The Graduate Certificate in Sustainability Solutions teaches new strategies to design and implement solutions to sustainability challenges. Courses build competencies towards regenerative design and sustainability alternatives to common sustainability problems by teaching key concepts and practical tools. New professionals and longstanding professionals will become more effective practitioners by learning about sustainability innovations and how to apply them.

    The program is designed to allow working professionals the flexibility to complete the certificate while also continuing to work in their profession. Students will be required to take the following courses:

    • ENVS 818.1 Introduction to Sustainability (students that have successfully completed this course previously will not be required to repeat it)
    • ENVS 850.1 Systems Thinking for Sustainability
    • ENVS 851.2 Design Thinking for Sustainability
    • ENVS 853.3 Regenerative Sustainability
    • ENVS 807.3 Sustainability in Theory and Practice

    Students may take the certificate as a stand-alone program or may ladder this credential into the Master of Sustainability (MSs).

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission requirements

    Graduate Certificate (G.Cert.)

    • A four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, OR a three-year first cycle undergraduate degree, in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, from an institution meeting the criteria set forth in the Bologna Declaration, will be acceptable as the equivalent of an undergraduate degree.
    • A minimum cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g., 60 credit units).
    • Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English. A minimum overall TOEFL score of 86, a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, or another approved test as outlined by the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

    Academic Requirements

    • gmat

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 6.5
    • IELTSMin 86

    English Program Requirements

    The language of instruction and examination at the University of Saskatchewan is English. In order for students to understand, communicate and be successful in programs at the university, an acceptable level of academic English is required. You may be asked to provide proof of English proficiency.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    714 / credit
    Sustainability Solutions
    University of Saskatchewan
    University of Saskatchewan
    Canada

    Canada, Saskatoon

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