Program Overview

Program Overview

The Diploma of Specialized Studies in Environment and Sustainable Development is a 30-credit program that aims to provide students with the tools and competencies to succeed in various sectors and environments related to sustainable development. This interdisciplinary program combines learning in environment and sustainable development with specialization in a chosen field.

Program Structure

• The program consists of 30 credits.
• It is offered on a full-time or part-time basis.
• The program includes a variety of courses covering social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences.
• Students can choose from different specializations, including biogeochemical environmental science, social issues and governance, water management, biodiversity management, and development perspectives.

Specializations

• Biogeochemical Environmental Science: This specialization focuses on the study of interactions between living organisms and the Earth's surface materials, including the study of contaminant availability, mobility, and fate in the environment.
• Social Issues and Governance: This specialization explores the human dimensions of sustainable development, analyzing social issues at multiple scales and in various contexts, including biogeographical, societal, political, economic, and cultural.
• Water Management: This specialization provides professional training in water management, integrating protection of the resource, preservation of aquatic ecosystem health and biodiversity, and efficient use of water resources.
• Biodiversity Management: This specialization enables students to understand biodiversity and its value, evaluate its modification, and propose healthy practices for its conservation.
• Development Perspectives: This specialization offers a multidisciplinary training focused on exploring the issues related to the implementation of sustainable development, considering various sectors such as agriculture, circular economy, and sustainable mobility.

Admission Requirements

• To be eligible, candidates must satisfy the general admission requirements of the University.
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent is required, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 out of 4.3.
• Additional documents, such as a curriculum vitae and a letter of motivation, may be required.
• French language proficiency is required for admission, with specific requirements depending on the language of previous studies.

Tuition Fees

• The tuition fees vary depending on the student's status (Quebec resident, Canadian non-Quebec resident, international student).
• Estimated fees for a full-time semester:
  • Quebec resident: $2,183.05
  • Canadian non-Quebec resident: $5,393.20
  • International student: $11,998.60
  • French or Belgian francophone student: $2,183.05

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program can pursue careers in various sectors, including:

• Public administration (municipal, provincial, federal)
• Associations and NGOs (local, national, international)
• International organizations
• Consulting firms in environment and sustainable development
• Research institutions
• Educational institutions

Research Areas

The University of Montreal offers various research opportunities and projects related to environment and sustainable development. Students can participate in research activities under the supervision of professors and researchers in the field.

Additional Information

For more details about the program, including the application process, tuition fees, and research opportunities, please refer to the official University of Montreal website or contact the relevant faculty or department.