York University

The Master in Environmental Studies (MES) program is self-directed and interdisciplinary. Centered on a plan of study, you will create your own, unique program one that will not only focus on your passion to make positive change but will also land you the career you never knew you always wanted. When you graduate from the 3+2 program, you will be in demand by employers that are looking for the future policy-planners, decision-makers and project leaders that will make positive change for a just and sustainable future.

With the support of faculty advisors, you will be able to choose your own direction in the MES program and can explore critical issues in:

• Environmental Conservation and Management
• Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Transitions
• Sustainable Food Systems
• Environmental and Indigenous Justice
• International Development and Global Inequities
• Decolonization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Environmental Education, Arts & Culture

Eligibility for the Pathway to the Master in Environmental Studies Program

To be eligible for the Pathway to the Master in Environmental Studies program, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Apply and be admitted to EUC’s Cities, Regions, Planning (BES), Environmental Arts & Justice (BES), Global Geography (BA) or Sustainable Environmental Management (BES) program as either a direct from high school, college or university transfer or mature applicants.
• Maintain a minimum average of A (or 8.00 on the 9.00 grading scheme or 3.90 on the 4.0 grading scheme on the YU Grading scale) in your program.
• Complete the graduate application and be admitted to the MES program in the Fall of Yr 3

Note: Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Admissions to the 3+2 with the MES program will still be based on eligibility requirements and an MES Admissions Committee review of the research interests applicants will explore in the MES program.

How to Apply:

1. Apply to Cities, Regions, Planning (BES), Environmental Arts & Justice (BES), Global Geography (BA) or Sustainable Environmental Management (BES) program on the Ontario University Application Centre’s 101 or 105 Application or via the York University’s Online Undergraduate Application.
2. Be admitted to the above program.
3. At the end of Year 1, complete a supplementary application form with your academic advisor declaring your interest to pursue the 3+2 pathway.

Key Contact Information:

EUC Recruitment & Admissions - [email protected]