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21 Master's degrees offered by the university
Planning
The field of planning practice (encompassing urban, community and regional planning, and related sub-specializations) has long been recognized as a professional field in Canada, as elsewhere in the world. Founded by Dr. H.P. Oberlander, the School of Community and Regional Planning (SCARP) at University of British Columbia is one of the oldest planning schools in Canada.
Sustainable Forest Management
The Master of Sustainable Forest Management (MSFM) programme from University of British Columbia is a comprehensive 9-month course-based master’s programme designed to prepare students for careers in professional forest land management.
Integrated Studies in Land and Food Systems
The MSc program in Integrated Studies in Land and Food Systems from University of British Columbia provides opportunities for students to broaden their knowledge base and gain research experiences.
Geological Engineering
The Geological Engineering program from University of British Columbia delivers an interdisciplinary experience, combining principles of geotechnical engineering, hydrogeology and geology, to provide a versatile set of skills needed to solve a wide range of practical problems related to engineering interactions with the earth environment.
International Forestry
The University of British Columbia’s Master of International Forestry (MIF) is an intensive, 12-month programme based on a mix of experiential learning and coursework that prepares students to explore, negotiate, and implement solutions to the complex challenges facing the world’s forests, and the people that depend upon them.
Occupational and Environmental Hygiene
Offered by the Occupational and Environmental Health Division in the School of Population and Public Health (SPPH), this Master of Science in Occupational and Environmental Hygiene program at University of British Columbia leads to professional or research careers that make a difference to community and work environments and to people's health.
Earth and Environmental Sciences
Students in the Earth and Environmental Sciences program from University of British Columbia collaborate with colleagues and top professors in the study of Earth dynamics, including its surface, interior, and human impacts.
Power, Conflict, and Ideas
Understand the causes and consequences of the issues that drive our world on this Power, Conflict, and Ideas program from University of British Columbia.
Geophysics
Theoretically, experimentally, and observationally oriented Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Applied Science (M.A.Sc.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programs are offered in a number of key areas of geophysics. The Geophysics program is offered at University of British Columbia.
Geological Sciences
Geologists study the materials that make up the earth, the features and structures found on Earth as well as the processes by which these features and structures formed. Our department has a wide range of expertise in geological sciences, including field-based studies. The Geological Sciences program is offered at The University of British Columbia.
Geophysics
Theoretically, experimentally, and observationally oriented Master of Science (M.Sc.) programs are offered in a number of key areas of geophysics. The Geophysics program is offered by the University of British Columbia.
Integrated Water Management
The Master of Engineering Leadership (MEL) in Integrated Water Management from University of British Columbia is a professional degree for engineers and environmental science graduates who want to excel and drive innovation in sustainable water management initiatives.
Geological Engineering
The Geological Engineering MEng program from University of British Columbia is a course-based Masters set up to provide students with a professional development experience that exposes them to new tools in Geological Engineering with an emphasis on the need to recognize and manage geological variability, uncertainty, and geo-risk in engineering design.
Sustainability
Seek solutions to the multifaceted challenges of sustainability on this Sustainability program from University of British Columbia . Sustainability is concerned with maintaining the conditions necessary for the wellbeing of humans and the environment.
Soil Science
A collaboration between the Faculty of Land and Food Systems and Faculty of Forestry, the inter-faculty Soil Science program at University of British Columbia offers opportunities for advanced study and research leading to MSc degree.
Resources, Environment and Sustainability
The mission of the Resources, Environment and Sustainability program offered by University of British Columbia is to foster sustainable futures through integrated research and learning about the linkages among human and natural systems, and to support decision making from local to global scales.
Human Development, Learning, and Culture
The Human Development, Learning, and Culture (HDLC) program at University of British Columbia addresses the interface of research and practice in education, weaving together theoretical models and concepts in their application to real world educational issues.
Planning
This Planning degree program from University of British Columbia is designed to provide a stimulating opportunity for students who have an interest in planning as career, and who seek a strong and robust graduate educational experience as platform for high-level planning and public policy work.
Atmospheric Science
The University of British Columbia engages in fundamental research in Atmospheric Science, both independently and in cooperation with federal and provincial laboratories and other research groups around the world.
Resources, Environment and Sustainability
The Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability (IRES) at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is a problem-focused and curiosity-driven interdisciplinary research institute and graduate program, with interest and expertise in a wide range of topics under the realm of environment and sustainability.