Master of Bioenvironmental Monitoring & Assessment M.BEMA
Program Overview
This professional master's degree in environmental sciences, offered online with a part-time option, focuses on principles and technical aspects of environmental monitoring and assessment. It includes a four-month placement with environmental sector partners, preparing graduates for success in the competitive environmental employment sector.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Gain a foundational understanding of the principles, technical aspects and human dimensions of environmental monitoring and assessment. As part of these online professional programs, gain professional skills and practical experience. This combination is attractive to organizations that require deeper understanding of specialized monitoring and assessment issues, including all levels of government, conservation authorities, non-profit organizations and environmental consulting companies. Complete the first professional masters degree in environmental sciences at Trent and be poised for success in the competitive environmental employment sector. As part of this full-time 12-month professional degree, you will complete eight online courses as well as a four-month placement experience. This placement will take place with environmental sector partners and be followed by a mandatory week-long face-to-face capstone course. Application Deadlines International Applicants: September 2024 intake - CLOSED Domestic Applicants: September 2024 intake - open Program Options Full - or part-time studies Online - course-based program with placement 12 months to complete September intake only or Graduate Diploma (G. Dip in BEMA).
Trent University
Overview:
Trent University is a public university located in Peterborough and Durham, Ontario, Canada. It is recognized as Ontario's top undergraduate university, known for its personalized learning experience and commitment to fostering global citizens. Trent University offers a transformative learning environment that prepares students for leadership and career success.
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Student Life and Campus Experience:
Trent University offers a vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community. Students have access to a wide range of opportunities to get involved, gain career experience, and make lifelong connections. The university boasts picturesque natural environments at both its Peterborough and Durham campuses, providing a unique and engaging learning experience.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Top-ranked undergraduate university in Ontario:
Trent University consistently ranks highly for its overall reputation and academic excellence.High graduate employment rate:
95% of Trent graduates are employed within two years of graduation.Personalized learning experience:
The university emphasizes small class sizes and close faculty-student relationships, fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment.Strong focus on global citizenship:
Trent University prepares students to be responsible and engaged citizens of the world, equipped to address global challenges.Academic Programs:
Trent University offers over 100 academic programs across various disciplines. The university is particularly known for its strengths in the following areas:
Environmental Studies:
Trent University is a leader in environmental research and education, with a strong focus on sustainability and conservation.Social Sciences and Humanities:
The university offers a wide range of programs in areas such as history, political science, psychology, and sociology.Arts and Culture:
Trent University has a strong arts and culture scene, with a vibrant theatre program, music ensembles, and visual arts studios.Other:
Trent University also offers online learning options, allowing students to access over 100 courses year-round. The university is committed to inclusivity and diversity, with initiatives such as the installation of an ablution station for the Muslim community on campus.
Entry Requirements:
- Academic Qualifications: Applicants must typically have completed a B.Sc. honours degree (a four-year undergraduate bachelor's degree) from a recognized university.
- Minimum GPA: A minimum B+ (77%) or equivalent in the work of the last four semesters or the last two undergraduate years (last ten full credits) is required.
- GRE Score: A GRE test score is not required for admission into this program.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- English Proficiency: Proficiency in English usage, both written and oral, is essential for graduate studies at Trent University. Applicants must demonstrate an adequate level of English proficiency, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin.
- Exemptions: Applicants who completed two or more years of post-secondary education at a university in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and the USA are exempt from this requirement. The School of Graduate Studies will consider alternate proof of English language proficiency for applicants who have completed two or more years of post-secondary education at a university where the primary language of instruction is English.
