Master of Arts - Natural Resources and Environmental Studies University of Northern British Columbia

Program Description

The Master of Arts in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies [MA(NRES)] offers students the opportunity to pursue studies of the social dimensions of human-environment interactions from a community-based or regional perspective. The degree is distinguished by its focus on human perspectives on historical and contemporary resource and environmental issues. It encourages the study of the social, cultural, ethical, economic and political dynamics of resource and land use, and environmental change in northern ecosystems. All students must complete Graduate Colloquia (NRES 701-.5 twice) during their course of studies, NRES 700-3 and a research methods course approved by their supervisor and the Chair of the NRES Graduate Program.These required courses will provide students with an informed, integrated base for understanding multi-faceted resource and environmental issues. Elective courses will provide students with the option to pursue their specialized interests.

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