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Diploma in Environmental Sciences: General Major

Lakeland College

Vermilion, Alberta, Canada

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Diploma in Environmental Sciences: General Major is a diploma in Environmental Sciences programme offered by Lakeland College in Vermilion, Canada. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 16,100 per year (CAD 6,150 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Environmental Sciences
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 6,150 / year
International tuition: CAD 16,100 / year

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: lakelandcollege.ca · How we collect data ·

Program details

Overview

Environmental Sciences (General Major) is a two-year, on-campus diploma at Lakeland College's Vermilion campus, providing a broad introduction to environmental careers. Core coursework covers ecology, GPS and GIS software, rangeland management, soil classification, and forestry. In the second year, students choose four elective courses from options including fisheries biology, wetlands, wildlife habitat conservation, and environmental site assessment. Admission requires a high school diploma with minimum grades in English, math, and biology or chemistry (or their grade-20 equivalents), plus proof of English language proficiency for international applicants. Fall and Winter intakes are offered. Graduates gain a broad environmental sciences foundation applicable to conservation, land management, and environmental assessment roles, with the option to specialize further through elective coursework.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: High school diploma with a minimum of 50% in English 30-1 (or 65% in English 30-2), 50% in Math 30-1 (or 60% in Math 30-2), 50% in Biology 30 (or 65% in Biology 20), and 50% in Chemistry 30 (or 65% in Chemistry 20). Proof of English language proficiency is required for international applicants.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall and Winter

About Lakeland College

Type: College
Founded: 1913
Students: 6,000
Programs: 54
Location: Vermilion, Alberta, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Environmental Sciences: General Major award?

Lakeland College awards a Diploma in the field of Environmental Sciences on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Environmental Sciences: General Major take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Diploma in Environmental Sciences: General Major cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 16,100 per year (CAD 6,150 per year for local students).

Can Diploma in Environmental Sciences: General Major be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Lakeland College.

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