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School of the Environment

Ecological Restoration

Graduate in four years with both a college diploma and university degree.
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By working to ensure our world’s precious ecosystems are preserved, the vision of Ecological Restoration is that of a better tomorrow for the world’s living organisms, including humans. Through a partnership with Fleming College, this unique degree program gives you the practical and theoretical knowledge needed to make your mark in the green revolution, teaching you how to restore our natural environment so that it survives and thrives for present and future generations.

Accelerated Masters

Earn your M.Sc. in Environmental & Life Sciences in only 12-16 months after graduating with your honours B.Sc

Degrees Offered:

  • B.Sc. (Honours)

Locations:

  • Peterborough
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Resume Boosters:

  • Get hands on experience in ecological problem solving with projects that include preserving and restoring natural wetlands through field camps, field courses and community based research
  • Combine skills and experiences from a broad range of disciplines at both college and university – the best of both worlds
  • Apply classroom knowledge to the field through internships and international study opportunities
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Ecologist

Biologists and related scientists conduct basic and applied research to extend knowledge of living organisms, to manage natural resources, and to develop new practices and products related to medicine and agriculture. They are employed in both laboratory and field settings by governments, environmental consulting companies, resource and utilities companies, chemical, pharmaceutical and biotechnical companies and health and educational institutions.

$20.00-$54.81/hr
Salary Range
23,700
Jobs in Canada
8,700
10YR Job Outlook
Source: Government of Canada

Career Opportunities

  • Landscape Restoration Ecologist
  • Stewardship Assistant
  • Shoreline Naturalization Biologist
  • Watershed Planning Technician
  • Wetland Habitat Ecologist
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Reclamation Ecologist
  • Soil Technician

Popular Courses:

  • Environmental Ethics
  • Ecological Design
  • Environmental Law and Regulation
  • Ecology and the Management of Wetland Systems
  • Indigenous Environmental Studies
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Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Requirements:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites

Program Requirements:

  • Apply at www.ontariocolleges.ca OSSD with majority of credits at the C and O level, inc: Gr 12 College (C) English, Gr 12 College (C) Math, Gr 11 College (C) Science course
  • A minimum 70% overall final average
  • ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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  • Geography
  • Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems
  • Environmental Monitoring and Assessment M.EMA. or G.Dip.
  • Environmental & Life Sciences M.Sc.
  • Environmental & Life Sciences Ph.D.

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