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 2025-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sustainable Development View 8 other PhDs in Sustainable Development in Canada

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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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)

Tuition Fee

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International

15668 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7834 CAD per semester during 48 months.
National

5450 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2725 CAD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for St. Catharines

1015 - 1615 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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