Master's Degree in Environmental Practice From Royal Roads University
Lead the Change with a Master’s Degree in Environmental Practice. Empower yourself with the knowledge and skills to address today’s complex environmental challenges. The Master’s Degree in Environmental Practice from Royal Roads University merges cutting-edge scientific expertise with real-world policy applications, providing you with the tools to drive impactful change. Whether pursuing a Master of Arts or Master of Science, this 100% online program is designed for working professionals dedicated to making a difference in the environmental sector.
At a Glance
Delivery: Online | Credential: Degree | Credits: 60 | Next start: January 06, 2025
Advance into a leadership or management role without putting your career on hold. Earn your graduate degree online in as little as two years.
Why take MEP at the Royal Roads University?
RANKED #1
- Royal Roads University has ranked as the #1 public University in Canada for Active and Collaborative Learning (NSSE 2013) and the #1 public University in Canada for Level of Academic Challenge (NSSE 2013).
NEW WORLD, NEW MODEL
- At Royal Roads University, it’s not just one thing that makes us different. It’s the powerful combination of how we do things differently. It starts with our flexible admission. It runs through our unparalleled educational environment, on campus and online. It shines in our unique learning model. All of this is what defines the RRU experience. And sets us apart.
A CHANGE-YOUR-LIFE EXPERIENCE
- The Royal Roads University educational approach isn’t just about deep knowledge subject matter, but an even deeper knowledge of self. A Royal Roads education not only provides graduates with practical skills to propel their careers, it also enables personal transformations to help create better people, not just better professionals.
Hear From Our Graduates:
My degree has helped me see the big picture, prioritizing what is important and helping my organization assess priorities relating to environmental protection and resource management. I have developed a true understanding of what ‘real’ sustainability is, and how to achieve it. I now have a much stronger realization as to how critical it is that we change our practices for the good of our planet.
– Daniel Dietrich
About the Master's Degree in Environmental Practice
The Master’s Degree in Environmental Practice offers a comprehensive education that blends academic rigor with practical skills. Through a combination of research-based learning, policy analysis, and scientific exploration, this program prepares you to address pressing environmental issues such as climate change, sustainability, and ecological preservation.
Choose the Master of Arts in Environmental Practice (MAEP) if you’re interested in environmental policy, leadership, and holistic problem-solving. If your focus is more scientific, the Master of Science in Environmental Practice (MScEP) emphasizes technical research and environmental analysis. Both programs are 100% online, offering the flexibility to enhance your career while managing your professional and personal commitments.
POSSIBLE CAREERS
MAEP
- Environmental
Policy - Health
- Administration
- Governance
- Law or Politics
MScEP
- Environmental
Impact Assessment - Pollution Prevention
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Climate Change
- Biodiversity
Program Details
This fully online program is built for flexibility, enabling working professionals to pursue their education without disrupting their careers. With a 30-credit structure (10 courses), the Master’s Degree in Environmental Practice is designed to be completed in as little as three years. Students engage in interactive online courses that include lectures, discussions, and team-based projects.
Depending on your chosen path, you can select from a range of electives and complete either a research paper or a practicum, applying your knowledge to real-world environmental issues. You’ll also have access to a network of environmental professionals and experts to support your learning journey.
Courses normally last for a period of 10 to12 weeks, each course requiring an average time commitment of 10 to 20 hours per week
Admission Requirements
To qualify for the Master’s in Environmental Practice program, applicants must have:
- Four-year (or comparable) undergraduate degree in a related field, with a minimum grade ‘B’ (3.00/4.33 GPA), from a recognized post-secondary institution.
- At least two years of relevant work or volunteer experience.
- Applicants who meet the degree requirement, but not the GPA requirement, will normally be required to take “Academic Writing and Critical Thinking” and obtain a minimum final grade of B (73%).
FLEXIBLE ADMISSION
- Applicants who do not meet the Standard Admission requirements will be considered for Flexible Admission and assessed as follows:
- Normally, applicants will have six years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- All flexible admission applicants will normally be required to take “Academic Writing and Critical Thinking” and obtain a minimum final grade of B (73%).
Master of Arts
Overview
If you’re passionate about environmental policy, leadership, and sustainable development, the MA in Environmental Practice is tailored for you. This stream covers essential topics such as:
- Environmental Policy and Planning
- Sustainable Development and Governance
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Project Management in Environmental Practice
With a focus on holistic solutions and leadership, the MAEP prepares you to influence environmental policies and drive impactful changes in sustainability-focused sectors.
There has been an increase in the need for arts-based environmental roles in areas of specialization including:
- Communications & Awareness
- Education & Training
- Research & Development
- Policy & Legislation
Domestic
$878 Per Credit
International
$1,187 Per Credit
Master of Science
Overview
For those aiming to excel in the scientific and technical aspects of environmental practice, the MSc in Environmental Practice provides a robust curriculum featuring:
- Environmental Risk Assessment
- Climate Change Science
- Environmental Impact Analysis
- Ecosystem Management and Restoration
The MScEP is ideal for those pursuing technical expertise in areas like scientific research, environmental consulting, or sustainable technology innovation.
Traditional environmental roles require a background in technical and scientific knowledge. Some key areas of specialization include:
- Site Assessment & Reclamation
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Environmental Research & Analysis
Domestic
$878 Per Credit
International
$1,187 Per Credit
Graduate Ready: Education Designed for the Workforce
The partnership between Royal Roads University and ECO Canada was created to address the growing demand for environmental professionals equipped with practical, industry-standard skills. This collaboration ensures that the Master’s in Environmental Practice (MEP) program provides students with cutting-edge training aligned with National Occupational Standards (NOS) and informed by ECO Canada’s leading environmental labor market research.
Upon completing the program, you’ll meet the academic requirements for Environmental Professional (EP®) certification, giving you a competitive edge and preparing you for immediate entry into the workforce.
Ready to take the next step?
Call RRU — 1.877.778.6227
Email — learn.more@royalroads.ca
Visit — royalroads.ca/environment
Embarking on higher studies can be both exhilarating and nerve-wracking. Get in touch with Royal Roads University Admissions Team to guide you on the next steps.
expand your environmental Knowledge
Advance into a leadership or management role without putting your career on hold. Earn your graduate degree online in as little as two years.
You see climate change and biodiversity loss as the world’s most pressing social-ecological challenges. The Masters of Arts or Masters of Science in Environmental Practice will equip you to solve legal, economic and social problems for positive global change. Whether you are in environmental work already, or feel compelled to join this rapidly growing field, this program will prepare you to advance in the rapidly growing range of environmental careers.
Delivered online, this program is meant to be as flexible as possible in what you’ll learn, and when you’ll learn it. You’ll choose from many electives, to shape your current, or future, career path. As a Master of Arts student, you’ll focus on the human dimensions of climate and sustainability. As a Master of Science student, you’ll focus on approaching environmental issues from a scientific foundation.
Standard admissions:
- You will have completed a four-year (or comparable) undergraduate degree in a related field with a minimum of ‘B’ (3.00/4.33 GPA), from a recognized post-secondary institution
- A minimum of two years of relevant work or volunteer experience, but it is recommended to have at least three years of experience working with environmental issues
Applicants who do not meet the standard admission requirements will be considered for flexible admission based on their work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Download the guide to learn more about:
- 100% Online Delivery Model
- Choose your stream – Master of Arts or Master of Science in Environmental Practice
- You can select elective courses from Royal Roads University or the University of Denver
- Candidates can select either a Research Paper or Practicum option to complete their degree
