Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- 4 yearsDuration
- Keele Campus, CanadaLocation
- Business & Economics, Earth, Environment & Sustainability, Government, Law & PoliticsField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Keele CampusCampus
- BESAwards
- $41,780Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Explore some of the most critical issues facing the earth today: the climate crisis, the loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services, waste management, energy consumption and sustainable solutions. In the Sustainable Environmental Management program, you will investigate how the environment and its resources are managed, and how transitions toward more sustainable systems can be accelerated.
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You’ll learn key problem-solving, innovation and holistic strategies, combined with an understanding of policy, law and regulation, and economic and social dynamics with applied aspects of environmental science and technology. As you learn first-hand about energy, water, food and waste, you will develop the technical skills to analyze, synthesize and evaluate political, economic and social dimensions of environmental problems, including biodiversity loss, climate change, policy and planning responses, and pathways to sustainability transitions and innovation, especially those that address environmental and social injustices. You will explore such critical issues as: Low-carbon sustainable energy transition Environmental policy and governance Environmental law Ecological economics Climate change science and mitigation Urban ecology Sustainability and just transitions Community energy and planning Students benefit from practical experience through hands-on classroom activities, field and lab-based exercises, and community engagement. The program offers educational work placements and opportunities to participate in the Las Nubes EcoCampus in Costa Rica. You will develop transferrable skills in critical thinking, leadership, and project management to effectively engage in environmental issues in government, the private sector, and not-for-profit sectors in Canada and abroad, and make positive contributions toward a sustainable future.
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-Time, Part-Time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Indian curriculum - BES: Requirements for admission: Completion of one of the following: All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE) Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Indian School Certificate (ISC) Intermediate Examination Certificate Pre-University Examination Certificate · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if you have completed (or are completing) four full years of study in English or French at an accredited high school in Canada or in a country where English is the official primary language; or four full years of high-school study where English is the primary language of instruction; or one full year of an accredited English-language university degree programme in such a country; or two full years of an accredited college diploma/applied degree in such a country. ESL courses do not count. IB Diploma/IB Career Programme in English or French, GCE/GCSE/IGCSE (min 'B'/'6' in O-level English/English Language/ESL, or predicted 'C' at A/AS/AICE English), CSEC/CAPE and AP at an accredited English-medium school may also qualify for a waiver. Applicants from the York exemption-list countries (incl. India NOT listed; list includes UK, Ireland, US, Australia, NZ, Singapore, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa, Zimbabwe and others) do not need a test. Source: https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/language-tests · Application fee: CAD 140.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$41,780 CAD / year≈ $30,720 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsAutomatic international entrance scholarships, Fall 2026/Winter 2027 cycle, no application required: York International Scholarship of Distinction - final average 90%+ - CAD 15,000 year 1 plus CAD 7,500 in years 2-4 (max CAD 37,500), renewable/regainable; York International Merit Award - 80-89.9% - CAD 10,000 year 1 plus CAD 5,000 in years 2-4 (max CAD 25,000); York International Entrance Award - 75-79.9% - CAD 5,000 one time; York International Transfer Award - transfer applicants with 24+ transfer credits and 75%+ - CAD 2,500 one time. Open to full-time undergraduates paying international tuition. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: International applicants (most programmes): Fall 2027 - March 24, 2027; Winter 2027 - November 18, 2026; Summer 2027 - April 1, 2027. Applications continue to be assessed until each programme is full. Source: https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
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- Average rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews
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- Rated five stars
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Average rating
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Rated five stars
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Sustainable Environmental Management cost?
CAD 41,780 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
4 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Indian curriculum - BES: Requirements for admission: Completion of one of the following: All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE) Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Indian School Certificate (ISC) Intermediate Examination Certificate Pre-University Examination Certificate · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 88; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if you have completed (or are completing) four full years of study in English or French at an accredited high school in Canada or in a country where English is the official primary language; or four full years of high-school study where English is the primary language of instruction; or one full year of an accredited English-language university degree programme in such a country; or two full years of an accredited college diploma/applied degree in such a country. ESL courses do not count. IB Diploma/IB Career Programme in English or French, GCE/GCSE/IGCSE (min 'B'/'6' in O-level English/English Language/ESL, or predicted 'C' at A/AS/AICE English), CSEC/CAPE and AP at an accredited English-medium school may also qualify for a waiver. Applicants from the York exemption-list countries (incl. India NOT listed; list includes UK, Ireland, US, Australia, NZ, Singapore, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa, Zimbabwe and others) do not need a test. Source: https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/language-tests · Application fee: CAD 140.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
Is there a scholarship?
Automatic international entrance scholarships, Fall 2026/Winter 2027 cycle, no application required: York International Scholarship of Distinction - final average 90%+ - CAD 15,000 year 1 plus CAD 7,500 in years 2-4 (max CAD 37,500), renewable/regainable; York International Merit Award - 80-89.9% - CAD 10,000 year 1 plus CAD 5,000 in years 2-4 (max CAD 25,000); York International Entrance Award - 75-79.9% - CAD 5,000 one time; York International Transfer Award - transfer applicants with 24+ transfer credits and 75%+ - CAD 2,500 one time. Open to full-time undergraduates paying international tuition. Source View scholarship page
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