At University of New Brunswick in Fredericton, Canada, Master of Environmental Management is offered as a master's degree in Forestry & Natural Resources programme. The programme runs for 16 months. Tuition for international students is CAD 1,874 per credit (CAD 1,105 per credit for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Forestry & Natural Resources
Duration: 16 months
Local tuition: CAD 1,105 / credit
International tuition: CAD 1,874 / credit
Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This program covers environmental leadership training that addresses real-world environmental challenges from both biophysical and socioeconomic perspectives. The credential is a Master of Environmental Management (MEM), delivered over sixteen months with a single fall intake and a February 15 application deadline referenced on the program page. The program is self-funded, meaning it does not provide funding support to students, and combines coursework with project-based learning rather than a thesis requirement. The program page describes an active graduate community of more than 100 students engaged in internships, research, and management projects. The program suits students aiming for applied, project-based training rather than a traditional research thesis, with a focus on translating environmental science into management practice. Career paths referenced include natural resource manager, conservationist, project coordinator, and researcher, working within government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and consulting firms, often progressing into leadership and management positions. Past graduates are noted as having specialized in areas such as conservation biology, First Nations consultation, geospatial analysis, and environmental consulting.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree in science, forestry, environmental studies, social ecology, or an equivalent field, with a minimum 3.0 (B) average. A complete application includes three references, a resume, and a statement of interest. International applicants whose first language is not English must submit IELTS band 7 or equivalent, and those applying from outside Canada or the US must provide a WES ICAP evaluation of prior education. Unlike some other programs in the faculty, applicants do not need to arrange faculty supervision before applying.
