Boreal Ecosystems and Agricultural Sciences

Program Overview

This program offers MSc and PhD degrees in Boreal Ecosystems and Agricultural Sciences, emphasizing an ecosystem approach to sustainable forest and agriculture systems. Students study land use and plant-soil-water-atmosphere relationships in boreal ecosystems, specializing in areas such as forest management, agroforestry, and climate change. The program provides hands-on research experiences and prepares graduates for careers in environmental consulting, natural resource management, and agricultural research.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The program focuses on Boreal Ecosystems and Agricultural Sciences and offers a Master of Science (MSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. It emphasizes developing an ecosystem approach to support science-based research on sustainable forest and agriculture systems. Students will study land use and complex plant-soil-water-atmosphere relationships in boreal ecosystems, with a focus on natural resources and agricultural sciences.

Outline:

MSc

The MSc program comprises core courses, specialization courses, and a mandatory thesis.

Core Courses:

• Boreal Ecosystems: An Introduction
• Research Methods in Boreal Ecosystems
• Forest Ecology and Management
• Agroforestry
• Soil Science

Specialization Courses:

• Cropping Systems
• Forest Management
• Plant-Soil Interactions
• Water Management
• Climate Change

PhD

The PhD program consists of core courses, a comprehensive examination, a research seminar, and a thesis. Students can choose to specialize in one of the following areas:

• Forest Ecology and Management
• Agroforestry
• Plant-Soil Interactions
• Water Management
• Climate Change

Assessment:

The program employs various assessment methods, including:

• Assignments
• Quizzes
• Exams
• Presentations
• Thesis

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who conduct research in various aspects of boreal ecosystems and agricultural sciences. Students benefit from hands-on research experiences through state-of-the-art labs in the Boreal Ecosystems Research Facilities. Fieldwork is also an integral part of the program to provide practical experiences in diverse boreal environments.

Careers:

Graduates of the program are equipped with knowledge and skills for careers in various sectors, including:

• Environmental consulting
• Natural resource management
• Agricultural research and development
• Education
• Government

| Tuition Fees and Payment Information | Details | |---|---| | Tuition (NL students) | MSc: $635-$953/semester | | Tuition (Other Canadian students) | MSc: $826-$1,239/semester | | Tuition (International students) | MSc: $1,074-$1,611/semester |