Master in Environment and Geography (MSc)

The University of Manitoba, founded in 1877 in Winnipeg, is the oldest university in western Canada and a major public research institution. With roughly 29,000 students and about 4,000 international students, the university offers a welcoming and diverse campus experience. Its location provides access to cultural attractions, outdoor recreation and a supportive prairie community.

Academically the university offers more than 260 programs spanning faculties such as Engineering, Architecture, Health Sciences, Business and Agriculture, many of which are research active and professionally accredited. The campus hosts centers for global public health, functional foods and other applied research that connect students with real-world problems and industry partners, while student services emphasize academic advising, career planning and wellbeing.

International students benefit from extensive supports including orientation, visa guidance and targeted scholarships, along with numerous experiential learning and co-op opportunities in Winnipeg and beyond. For students seeking a research-led education with strong community engagement and practical pathways into professional fields, the University of Manitoba presents a balanced choice combining academic excellence, campus life and regional opportunity.

The Master in Environment and Geography (MSc) at the University of Manitoba is a graduate program for students interested in environmental sciences and physical geography. This Master's degree is taught in English and takes two years to complete.

The curriculum includes courses like Biogeography, Advanced Methods in Remote Sensing, and Climate Change. Students also learn about Techniques in Climatology and Advanced Ecotoxicology, and develop skills in research methods and data analysis.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Environmental Consultants, Geographers, Climate Change Researchers, Ecologists, or Conservation Scientists. They can work in industries like government, non-profit, or private sectors, and can be employed by organizations like the Canadian Wildlife Service or the International Institute for Sustainable Development.