Program Overview

Introduction to the MA in Environmental Policy Program

The MA in Environmental Policy program at Memorial University is a rigorous, interdisciplinary study of environmental policy in terms of its theory, application, methodology, and approaches with reference to central contemporary debates. It is also an applied program that equips students with practical skills in the field, making links to the labour market through a required internship program.

Program Description

The MA in Environmental Policy program is offered by the School of Science and the Environment at Grenfell Campus, located in Corner Brook in traditional Mi'kmaw territory. The program attracts students from around the world, who regularly go on to establish professional careers in public service, private industry, and non-governmental organizations. Others have received admission to leading PhD programs.

Description of Program

• The MA program offers thesis and research paper options.
• The research paper route can be completed in one year of full-time study, while the thesis option can be completed in two years.
• Both options include an internship.

Admission Requirements

• Minimum admission requirements: Bachelor's degree (minimum second class) in an appropriate area of study.

Potential Career Options and Outcomes

• Policy advisor/analyst
• Consultant
• Resource management officer
• Environmental lawyer
• Environmental journalist
• NGO program/outreach officer
• Academic/researcher

Program Information

Degrees Offered

• MA

Routes

• Course
• Thesis

Duration (Full-time students)

• MA: 1-2 years

Campus

• Grenfell

Application Deadline

• January 15 for Fall admission

Funding

• MA: $12,000-$15,000

Tuition

NL Students

• MA: $635-$1,313/semester

Other Canadian Students

• MA: $826-$1,707/semester

International Students

• MA: $1,074-$2,218/semester

Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that the lands on which Memorial University's campuses are situated are in the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous groups, and we acknowledge with respect the diverse histories and cultures of the Beothuk, Mi'kmaq, Innu, and Inuit of this province.