14 Full-time Master's in Ecology in Canada

The Ecological Restoration program of the British Columbia Institute of Technology is Canada’s first master’s program specializing in Ecological Restoration, offered as a joint program between BCIT and Simon Fraser University (SFU).

The Master of Health Sciences - Social-Ecological Systems, Sustainability and Health at Lakehead University is a thesis-based programme delivered on-campus in Thunder Bay. This full-time or flexible full-time course focuses on research skills and sustainability, typically completed within two to four years of study.

Address some of the world's biggest challenges head-on. Industrial Ecology is an applied science, which provides knowledge and methods for addressing climate change, ecosystem degradation and other stresses on our planet. Industrial Ecology program is offered at University of Victoria, British Columbia.

The Sustainability program at Brock University aims to facilitate society’s transition towards sustainability by offering high-quality graduate education. Enriching research and applied experiences and engagement in problem-solving through innovative pedagogy.

We’re constantly bombarded with news and information about air and water pollution, climate change, habitat and species loss, food shortages and other problems that threaten humanity. However, we are focused on solutions that will allow us to navigate towards a sustainable future. Social and Ecological Sustainability (Water) is offered at University of Waterloo.

The Environmental and Life Sciences at Brandon University is an interdisciplinary M.Sc. degree. This full-time programme integrates biology, chemistry, and geography to address complex ecological challenges. Students engage in high-level research within a supportive academic environment at this prestigious Canadian centre.

At the Memorial University of Newfoundland, the Cognitive and Behavioural Ecology Program (CABE) is an interdisciplinary graduate program focused on animal behaviour and behavioural ecology.

The Ecology and Evolutionary Biology M.Sc. at the University of Toronto is a research-focused programme delivered in a public study mode. This advanced degree explores biological systems across multiple levels of organisation, providing students with expert training in ecological and evolutionary synthesis over one year.

The Curriculum and Instruction - Ecological Education programme at Simon Fraser University is a two-year, in-person M.Ed. designed for working professionals. This public study mode course explores environmental frameworks and global issues through field experiences and research, fostering deep connections with nature.

The Family Ecology and Practice programme at the University of Alberta offers a comprehensive public study experience. This master level degree focuses on the complex dynamics of family systems and ecological environments. Students engage in advanced research and practical applications over a standard full-time duration.

The Public Health - Social-Ecological Systems, Sustainability and Health programme at Lakehead University is a Master of Public Health degree. This flexible course offers full-time or part-time study modes, available both on-campus and online. It typically spans two to four years, focusing on modern public health practice.

We offer a master degree in Social and Ecological Sustainability at University of Waterloo. Environmental challenges can seem overwhelming. We’re constantly bombarded with news and information about air and water pollution, climate change, habitat and species loss, food shortages and other problems that threaten humanity.

The Dual Master’s in Green Business is a unique dual degree program that offers qualified students the opportunity to earn a Master of Forestry (MF) degree from the University of British Columbia and a MSc. in Agriculture and Forestry from the University of Helsinki (UH) in two years.

The Resource Management programme at Simon Fraser University is a professional Master's degree delivered in a public study mode. Over five to nine terms, students engage in interdisciplinary research and advanced coursework to master the complexities of environmental planning and natural resource sustainability.