Delivery: Online
Credential: Degree
Credits: 60
Next Start:
September 8, 2026
Application Deadline:
June 8, 2026
Later Start:
January 4, 2027
Application Deadline:
October 4, 2026
The Master’s Degree in Environmental Practice (MEP), offered in partnership with Royal Roads University, equips you with the advanced knowledge, interdisciplinary perspective, and practical experience needed to lead in today’s complex environmental landscape.
Choose the pathway that aligns with your career goals:
Both programs are delivered fully online, allowing you to advance your education while continuing to work and manage your commitments.
You can further enhance your degree by earning a Graduate Certificate in Science and Policy of Climate Change along the way, and may be eligible to pursue professional certification with ECO Canada upon graduation.
Completion timelines are flexible, with most students finishing within two years depending on their schedule.
Royal Roads University is ranked #1 among Canadian public universities for Active and Collaborative Learning and Level of Academic Challenge (NSSE 2013). You’ll benefit from a supportive, engaging environment designed to help you apply what you learn in real-world contexts.
At Royal Roads University, it’s not just one thing that sets the experience apart. From flexible admission to a unique, applied learning model and strong online delivery, everything is designed to fit your life while supporting meaningful, career-focused learning.
A Royal Roads education goes beyond subject expertise. It builds self-awareness, practical skills, and the confidence to grow both professionally and personally, preparing you to lead in your field and make a lasting impact.
Best for careers in policy, leadership, and sustainability strategy:
Best for technical, analytical, and science-based environmental roles:
The Master’s Degree in Environmental Practice (MEP) is designed for professionals ready to lead in a rapidly evolving environmental sector. This interdisciplinary program combines science, policy, and practical application to equip you with the skills to assess, manage, and solve complex environmental challenges.
Master of Arts (MAEP):
Master of Science (MScEP)
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The Master’s Degree in Environmental Practice (MEP) is designed for professionals with a strong academic foundation and a demonstrated interest in environmental work.
Standard admission
Applicants who meet the academic requirements but do not meet the GPA threshold may be required to complete Academic Writing and Critical Thinking prior to starting the program.
Flexible admission
Applicants without a traditional academic background may be considered based on a combination of:
Additional preparatory coursework, such as Academic Writing and Critical Thinking, may be required before beginning the program.
English language proficiency
If English is not your first language, you must meet the university’s English language requirements to be eligible for admission.
Additional recommendations
This program is best suited for individuals who:
As a guideline, applicants are encouraged to have at least three years of experience working with environmental or sustainability-related issues.
The partnership between Royal Roads University and ECO Canada is designed to meet the growing demand for skilled environmental professionals across Canada. By combining academic excellence with industry insight, the Bachelor’s in Environmental Practice (BEP) delivers practical, career-ready training informed by ECO Canada’s national workforce research and professional standards.
This collaboration ensures the program aligns with the competencies required across the environmental sector, helping you build the knowledge and experience employers are actively seeking.
Upon completion, you’ll meet the academic requirements for Environmental Professional (EP®) certification, positioning you to accelerate your career and connect with a national network of environmental professionals.
Master of Arts (MAEP)
Policy, leadership, strategy-focused roles
Master of Science (MScEP)
Technical, analytical, and science-based roles
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This land, known as Moh’kinsstis in the Blackfoot language and encompassing what is now Districts 5 and 6, is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3, within the historical Northwest Métis homeland.
We recognize and honour the deep connection these Nations have to the land, and we are grateful for the opportunity to share in its stewardship.
As we continue our work, we commit to learning from Indigenous knowledge systems, uplifting Indigenous voices, and fostering relationships rooted in equity, understanding, and reconciliation.
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