Resource Economics and Policy University of Saskatchewan

Overview

The Resource Economics and Policy BSc program offered by University of Saskatchewan combines science, field study, economics, policy, and project design and implementation to produce a unique educational experience for students. 

You will learn about:

• sustainable resource management
• economics of natural resource, water, forestry and land use
• finding practical ways to conserve water, forests, biodiversity and energy
• renewable resource and environmental decision making
• resource and environmental policy development

You will participate in a group project design course and complete a resource management group project, enabling you to gain real-world experience as you develop leadership and management skills. You will experience:

• practical, hands on experience in assessing environmental challenges
• opportunities to work with fellow students with different perspectives
• the opportunity to develop skills with a range of tools to assist renewable resource decision making

Careers

The renewable and non-renewable resource sectors are booming in Western Canada, creating a growing market for graduates. A variety of careers await graduates in both governmental and non-governmental sectors:

• Bioremediation of Contaminated Land
• Vegetation Management technicians
• Environmental Advocacy
• Environmental Consulting and Regulating
• Environmental Research
• Forestry and Agroforestry
• Greenhouse Gas Mitigation
• Indigenous Peoples’ Resource Management
• Parks and Land Management

Graduates of our programs will not only leave with excellent industry-endorsed scientific training, but also with a foundation of marketable career skills.

As well, the College's strong ties with industry and reputation for producing well-rounded, quality graduates means that many businesses turn here first when recruiting employees.