Overview

This Natural Resources and Environmental Management program will prepare students to pursue independent research aimed at solving the complex issues facing the world environment using a variety of tools and methods.

Features

A hallmark of the program is the collaboration with other University of Manitoba academic units and other Manitoba universities through an extensive community of adjunct professors and cross-appointments.

PhD students have access to a variety of agencies external to the University of Manitoba, including:

The Freshwater Institute
The International Institute for Sustainable Development
Delta Waterfowl
Ducks Unlimited

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mineral Resources Management and Policy
Energy Resources Management and Policy
Sustainable Development and Natural Resources
Sustainability, Economics, and Natural Resources
Natural Resources Administration and Law
Human Dimensions of Natural Resources and Environmental Management
Ecological Dimensions of Resource and Environmental Management
Regional Development in Northern Manitoba
Environmental Impact Assessment
Conservation Biology and Biodiversity Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

86

Credits

12 alternative credits

12-21

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Environmental Management Natural Resource Management View 9 other PhDs in Environmental Management in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

86

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Other requirements

General requirements

A candidate must normally complete a master's degree before entering the PhD program.
PhD applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 in the last 60 credit hours of study.

Applications must be completed online and include several parts:

$100 application fee (non-refundable)
Transcripts from previous institutions
CV/Resumé
Statement of intent
Publication/writing sample
Research proposal (optional, can be completed after student is admitted into the program)
Letter from your advisor, indicating that they are willing to supervise your work
Three letters of recommendation, including one from your advisor

Tuition Fee

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International

6068 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3034 CAD per semester during 48 months.
National

6068 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3034 CAD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Winnipeg

1056 - 1650 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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