MA/MS in Sustainable Forest Ecosystem Management

This Master's in Sustainable Forest Ecosystem Management, a Class A professional program, trains qualified professionals to define, manage, and resolve interdisciplinary problems in forest ecosystems. Graduates are prepared to propose forest development projects, design ecosystem management and conservation strategies, manage urban forests, and lead public consultations. The 45-credit program follows a five-trimester full-time plan of study delivered jointly by participating institutions, with some courses requiring physical attendance at a shared location. Admission is offered in the fall term, with winter and summer admission limited to supplementary coursework by special recommendation. The program is designed for holders of a bachelor's degree in a related natural science, economics, social science, or humanities field, completed with a cumulative average of at least 3.2 on 4.3; candidates with an average as low as 2.8 may be considered with relevant experience. Applicants need intermediate-level statistics knowledge, coursework spanning multiple entry domains, French mastery, and English reading comprehension, and submit a 300-word French essay with a possible interview.