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PROSPECTIVE UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Undergraduate applications close January 31st.
Step into the Faculty of Environment and find more than you think.
Build more resilience by making our cities more equitable and sustainable.
More collaboration allows us to advance social justice, support communities and reconciliation.
Create more impact by using science to inform policy and management decisions.
More knowledge will allow you to influence more decisions that steer us to a more sustainable future. The world needs us all to take on today’s challenges and work for a better tomorrow.
Environment is more than you think.
Have questions? Let's talk!
Our team can answer any questions you have about SFU's Faculty of Environment.
ECO CANADA REPORTS:
An expected 8% growth
IN THE ENVIRONMENTAL SECTOR BY 2029
173,000
NET ENVIRONMENTAL JOB OPENINGS BY 2025
EDISON TING
BA, Geography, 2012
Teghan Acres
BEnv, Resource & Environmental Management, 2021
TESICCA TRUONG
BSc, Environmental Science, 2018
MORE PROGRAMS THAN YOU THINK
MAJORS
MAJOR IN ARCHAEOLOGY
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Department: Archaeology
Is Archaeology for you?
- Do you like to solve mysteries old and new?
- Are you interested in biology, forensics or DNA?
- Does Indigenous knowledge, culture and heritage management interest you?
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MAJOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Department: Environmental Science
Is Environmental Science for you?
- Do you like debunking fake news like climate change isn’t real?
- Have you ever wondered if a water source was safe to drink?
- Are you curious about how to repair contaminated environments?
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MAJOR IN GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS
Degree: Bachelor of Environment
Department: Geography
Is Global Environmental Systems for you?
- Do you want to understand climate change and what we are doing about it?
- Do you want to know what environmental justice is?
- Are you curious about how to influence environmental legislation based on scientific evidence?
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MAJOR IN HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Department: Geography
Is Human Geography for you?
- Do social issues like homelessness, addiction, and racism interest you?
- Are you curious about how we can reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
- Are you interested in how we can make neighbourhoods and cities more equitable, sustainable and functional?
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MAJOR IN PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Department: Geography
Is Physical Geography for you?
- Have you ever wondered what happens when a landslide blocks a river valley or a highway?
- Do you want to know why our climate is changing and what our future climate will look like?
- Do you know that soil resources for food production are threatened?
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MAJOR IN RESOURCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Degree: Bachelor of Environment
Department: Resource and Environmental Management
Is Resource and Environmental Management for you?
- Do you think it is important to have access to local resources?
- Do you want to make industries such as forestry, agriculture and fisheries more sustainable?
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JOINT MAJORS
Archaeology and Anthropology
Specialize in two fields and explore the relationships between Archaeology and Anthropology while earning a Bachelor of Arts degree.
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Archaeology and First Nations Studies
Specialize in two fields and explore the relationships between Archaeology and First Nations Studies while earning a Bachelor of Arts degree.
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Business and Geography
Specialize in two fields and explore the relationships between business and place. Earn either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Business Administration in this Joint Major with the Beedie School of Business. Available to students already admitted into the Department of Geography.
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Sustainable Business
Specialize in two fields and learn about adapting business practices in an evolving global environment.This joint major consists of courses in both the social and biophysical aspects of environment as well as accounting, economics, finance and more. Earn either a Bachelor of Environment or a Bachelor of Business Administration in this joint major with Beedie School of Business.
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Enhance your degree
Enhance your degree in a variety of ways. We offer joint majors with other faculties, double majors, certificates and minor program options.
Gain relevant work experience and start building your resume by doing a co-op work term while working towards your degree.
Immerse yourself in diverse culture while participating in a field school or semester abroad.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I do if I'm interested in multiple areas of study?
The Faculty of Environment offers a wide variety of joint majors, double majors, minors and certifications—so you don't have to settle on just one area of study! It is also common for students to switch majors once they have have taken a variety of courses.
What is the cost to apply and when is the deadline?
The application fee is $81 CAD. You can see the comprehensive list of application deadlines here.
What are the admission requirements for the Faculty of Environment?
The admission requirements vary depending on which program you are applying to. You can learn more about specific requirements here.
What should I do if I'm not certain on my preferred area of study?
A good place to start is with your general interests. You have the ability to change majors or even transfer to different programs after you've been admitted and start taking classes. University is a great time to explore your interests!
How much does tuition cost?
Your semesterly costs will depend on a number of things including how many courses you take, the cost of books and supplies, living in residence and meal plans. Use the SFU budget calculator to see the number most relevant to your plans here.
What is the difference between a joint major and a double major?
Double-major programs consists of the major requirements of each of two subjects within a single degree, whereas joint major programs require a minimum of 30 units of specified upper division work in the joint major subjects.
What is a bachelor's degree?
A bachelor's degree is an undergraduate academic degree.
What is a graduate degree?
A graduate degree is a masters or a PhD, which is typically completed following the completion of a bachelor's degree.
Will I have many job opportunities after graduating from the Faculty of Environment?
There is a growing demand for green jobs! According to Eco Canada, while Canada's employed labour force shrunk in 2020, the environmental sector added 35,000 net new jobs (5% growth). An additional 74,000 net environmental job openings will be created between 2020-2025—resulting in an 11% growth from 2020 employment levels.
