Environmental Geoscience University of Manitoba

Overview

The Environmental Geoscience programme at the University of Manitoba provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the physical history of our planet and its evolving life. This degree is specifically designed to bridge the gap between traditional geological studies and modern environmental challenges, such as climate change and sustainable resource extraction.

Delivered through the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources, the curriculum focuses on the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy. Students explore how earth scientists are essential in evaluating the environmental impacts of development and managing the minerals required for new green technologies.

Why Environmental Geoscience at the University of Manitoba?

The University of Manitoba offers a unique learning environment through the Department of Earth Sciences, which provides access to the Centre for Earth Observation Science. This facility is a global leader in climate change research, offering students exposure to cutting-edge instrumental expertise and theoretical knowledge.

Teaching is distinguished by its practical focus, including optional geological field trips to significant sites like the Rocky Mountains and the Colorado Plateau. These experiences allow students to apply classroom learning to real-world landscapes, enhancing their understanding of mineral processing and resource extraction problems.

The programme is strategically aligned with provincial economic strategies, such as the Look North initiative. By focusing on the extraction of critical minerals like lithium and silicon, the university ensures its graduates are prepared to support the long-term economic prosperity and environmental health of the region.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 23700 per year
• National fee: CAD 6400 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is approved by Geoscientists Canada and provides the depth of study necessary for professional licensing. Modules may include:

• Dynamic Earth
• Our Evolving Earth
• Environmental Science
• Mineralogy
• Calculus
• Optics and Spectroscopy of Minerals
• Inorganic Geochemistry
• Paleontology
• General Physics
• Applied Geophysics Field Course

Careers with Environmental Geoscience

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within the environmental consulting industry, where they evaluate the impacts of resource development. The programme's focus on regulated professional practice ensures that students are on the path to becoming licensed geoscientists in Canada.

Career opportunities also exist within various levels of government and academic institutions. Graduates contribute to the renewable energy sector by identifying and managing the minerals essential for modern technology, while balancing economic needs with climate change considerations.