Forest Management University of British Columbia

Overview

The Forest Management programme at the University of British Columbia provides students with the scientific and practical expertise required to manage complex forest ecosystems. This degree integrates various natural resource strategies, including the management of timber, wildlife, water, and recreational lands. Students learn to balance the needs of multiple resource users while ensuring the long-term sustainability of forest environments.

Why Forest Management at the University of British Columbia?

Students benefit from the world-class facilities at the Vancouver campus, including the award-winning Forest Sciences Centre which features high-tech labs and nature-inspired study spaces. The Faculty of Forestry manages over 25,000 hectares of research forests across British Columbia, providing an expansive outdoor classroom for practical training. This programme also provides academic credits toward a Registered Professional Forester designation, enhancing professional standing upon graduation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 51041 per year
• National fee: CAD 6079 per year

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

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Natural Resources Management
• Forest Management Plan
• Forestry Field School
• Timber Management
• Wildlife Management
• Water Resource Management
• Range and Recreation Management
• Forest Sciences

Careers with Forest Management

Graduates are highly sought after for leadership roles in sustainable forestry, environmental consulting, and natural resource policy. Alumni have secured positions such as Planning Foresters, Project Managers, and Vice-Presidents of Sustainability within industry and government sectors. Employment opportunities extend to First Nations organisations, private consulting firms, and international timber corporations where graduates manage the coexistence of human needs and diverse ecosystems.