School of the Environment

Ask the critical questions, create knowledge and work alongside globally recognized experts to address crucial environmental issues that will impact the future. Explore, research and enact change in key sectors, including the conservation of biodiversity, the spread of contaminants and infectious diseases, sustainability, and water quality. Take advantage of world-class research facilities, including the Trent Water Quality Centre, the Institute for Watershed Science, and the Natural Resources DNA Profiling & Forensic Centre.

Our unique program streams allow you to choose your pathway to future success as you apply critical thinking to current issues in environmental monitoring and assessment while learning and applying the latest techniques in sampling design, data analysis, science communication, geomatics, environmental genomics and landscape ecology.