Overview

The complexity of contemporary challenges – ranging from climate change and biodiversity loss to social segregation and rising inequality – has inspired a new collaborative and problem-solving field of research and practice called sustainability science.

The concept of sustainability science articulates a new vision of harnessing knowledge from science and society for more effective problem-solving.

The PhD in Sustainability Science (SSCI) program at Brock University seeks to develop world-class sustainability scientists who take a transdisciplinary approach to identifying critical social-environmental challenges and work toward formulating and implementing innovative solutions that support decision-making, policy development, and best practices locally and globally.

Career outcomes

Government Agencies
Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs)
Research Think Tanks
Community Planning with Municipalities
Post Secondary Institutions
Energy Sector
Sustainability Consultancy
Post-Doctoral Studies
Public Affairs and Communications

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Apprenticeship in Sustainability Science
Engaging with Community in Sustainability Science
Transdisciplinary Tutorial and Seminar in Sustainability Science
Directed Study
Selected Topics in Sustainability Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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60

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St. Catharines, Canada

Disciplines

Sustainable Development View 7 other PhDs in Sustainable Development in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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88

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60

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of a Masters-level degree (or equivalent) in environmental sciences, environmental studies, or a related field from an accredited university with an average of at least 80%.
Successful completion of certain undergraduate courses, or their equivalent, is also required. Applicants without these courses may take them during their initial year of study.

You will need to submit:

Written statement of intent
Curriculum vitae
Core faculty supervisor arranged
Three academic references
Transcripts
Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)

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Tuition Fees

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13450 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

5450 CAD / year

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Living costs

St. Catharines

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

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Career outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

St. Catharines

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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