Undeclared (Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change)
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- Keele Campus, CanadaLocation
- Earth, Environment & Sustainability, Humanities & Social SciencesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Keele CampusCampus
- BAAwards
- $40,574Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
We know you are looking to make positive change and seeking a University major that will provide you with the knowledge, training and experience that will empower you to do just that! We also know choosing a major can be difficult and that you may need a little more time and some experience in University to make this “major” decision.
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The Undeclared major option offers you an open first year experience that will provide you with the opportunity to take foundation courses in four majors offered by the Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change (EUC) at York University. In EUC, we offer programs that will empower our students as changemakers through interdisciplinary thinking, experiential learning and global perspectives. In your first year as an EUC Undeclared major, you will become part of a learning and teaching community that is devoted to making the world a better place for all and will be able to tap into our student support services that will help you succeed and plan for your future. In your first year, you will enroll in courses that satisfy degree requirements in Environmental Arts and Justice (BES), Global Geography (BA), Cities, Regions, Planning (BES) or Sustainable Environmental Management (BES). By taking our foundational, first year courses you will get a better sense of what your major is all about, experience the hands on learning we offer in all our majors and explore potential future career pathways. Since these courses will count towards any of majors offered in EUC, you can narrow down your academic interests and career options before having to choose a major, all without losing time on completing your degree at York. If you are uncertain what major you should apply to, consider applying to York as an Undeclared major in EUC. We promise you will be supported by our professors, our student services team, our career development experts and our student peer mentors while you try out different courses in your first year to help you choose what major is right for you and your future career path. Disclaimer: This major option is available for first time university students only and does not include the option to transfer to Environmental Science (BSc) major in EUC.
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 - BA: 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$40,574 CAD / year≈ $29,833 / 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
Real students. Real results.
- Average rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews
- 360+
- Rated five stars
- 95%
Average rating
Google reviews
Rated five stars
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Undeclared (Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change) cost?
CAD 40,574 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
Indian curriculum - BA: 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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