Bachelor of Arts [B.A] - Bachelor [4 Years]
$23,977 /Yr On-campus full_time

Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Environmental Studies

  • BA in Environmental Studies at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 4 years.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • This course focuses on the scientific, cultural, economic, political, and social dimensions of environmental issues.
  • The major areas of concentration of Environmental Studies programs are:
    • Environment and Peoples of Canada
    • Politics, Society, and the Global Environment
    • Food and Society
  • The degree program will provide students with interdisciplinary expertise to identify, frame, and contribute to the solution of environmental problems.
  • This degree prepares students for further study or specialization in a variety of fields and careers, including law, business, economics, resource management, and journalism
  • The student-faculty ratio for this program is 21:1.
  • Students get the opportunity to apply for scholarships, fellowships, awards, and grants both internally and externally. 
  • Students will graduate with a broad educational foundation in environmental studies, social studies, and the humanities, for careers in law, business, economics, resource management, and journalism, as well as graduate education in either the professions or in research.
  • The University of Alberta is one of the top 5 universities in Canada and the top 100 in the world, with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, award-winning professors, a diverse and welcoming community.
  • The Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences at the University of Alberta provides solutions to global challenges in the areas of agriculture, nutrition, the environment, and human ecology.
  • Job opportunities after BA in Environmental Studies are Community Relations Advisor, Environmental Education Specialist, etc and the average salary goes up to 43,000 USD.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $22568 $22568 $22568 $22568
Health Insurance $97 $97 $97 $97
Books and supply $1313 $1313 $1313 $1313
Total Fees $23977 $23977 $23977 $23977

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 90 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
PTE Pearson Test of English 61 90 3
Duolingo Duolingo 115 160 1

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students have to complete the English (Literature and Composition) language course, Biology, and Mathematics courses.
  • Students have to complete one course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
    • Humanities
    • Languages other than English
  • Students have to complete three-course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
    • Humanities
    • Languages other than English
    • Math/Sciences
  • Students should hold an English Language Proficiency test score.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Complete International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
  • Secured a minimum of 70% marks in one of these certificates: All India Senior School Certificate, Higher Secondary School Certificate, Intermediate Certificate, Indian School Certificate.
  • Completed grade 11 and grade 12 with 70% marks.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.