At York University in Toronto, Canada, Cert in Meteorology is offered as a certificate in Climate Studies & Meteorology programme.
At a glance
Degree:Certificate
Field:Climate Studies & Meteorology
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Meteorology Certificate provides specialist education in atmospheric phenomena, building on a background in mathematics, physics, and chemistry to study the complex and varied processes that occur in the Earth's atmosphere. It prepares students for careers in atmospheric science across government, environmental consulting, and industry sectors. Applicants must have completed the certificate's prerequisite courses, or may be required to complete qualifying courses before being admitted. The certificate is offered by the Faculty of Science and admits students in the Fall term. On completion it is recorded on the transcript, either alongside a student's existing York degree or as a stand-alone credential for applicants who already hold a university degree, documenting focused study of atmospheric processes and meteorological methods built on a foundation of mathematics, physics, and chemistry coursework.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants must have successfully completed prerequisite courses as outlined in the certificate information, or they may be asked to complete courses in a qualifying program before being admitted to the certificate. The certificate is open to current York students, or to new applicants to York who already hold a university degree.