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Master of Forest Science

Université de Moncton

Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

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Master of Forest Science is a master's degree in Forestry & Natural Resources programme taught at Université de Moncton in Moncton, Canada. The programme runs for 1 year. Tuition for international students is CAD 579 per credit (CAD 334 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Forestry & Natural Resources
Duration: 1 year
Local tuition: CAD 334 / credit
International tuition: CAD 579 / credit

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Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

This program leads to a Master of Forest Science, completed over a minimum of one year and totalling 42 credits. It allows students to gain in-depth knowledge in a chosen forest-research area, with a primary focus on the management of forest resources spanning silviculture, forest operations, forest economics, geomatics, and forest ecology. Students conduct original research under faculty supervision, culminating in a thesis, and are required to reach a formal research agreement with a supervising professor within their first year of enrollment. Admission requires a Bachelor of Science in Forestry or an equivalent qualification, along with completion of an academic and research interests form describing the applicant's intended area of study. The program suits graduates of forestry programs seeking specialized research training in forest-resource management, preparing them for advanced research, policy, or technical roles in the forestry sector, or for further doctoral study.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission requires a Bachelor of Science in Forestry or an equivalent qualification, and completion of an academic and research interests form; admitted students must reach a formal research agreement with a supervising professor within their first year, in addition to the university's general admission requirements for graduate (second-cycle) studies under University Regulation 22.1.

About Université de Moncton

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1963
Students: 5,452
Programs: 184
Location: Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Master of Forest Science award?

Université de Moncton awards a Master's Degree in the field of Forestry & Natural Resources on completion of this programme.

How long does Master of Forest Science take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Master of Forest Science cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 579 per credit (CAD 334 per credit for local students).

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