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Resource and Environmental Management (MREM)

The MREM degree is an advanced professional degree aimed at management and practical problem-solving. 

Program Type
Master
Faculties
Unit
Location
Program Start
September
Program Options
Course-based
Internship

Why choose this program?

Earn a professional master’s in 16 months that blends intensive coursework with an internship and a culminating project so you graduate ready to solve real resource and environmental challenges.

Follow your passion, tackle real-world challenges, earn your degree in only 16 months, and be in high demand when you graduate at one of Canada’s longest running and most recognized Master of Resource and Environmental Management programs.

Dalhousie's Master of Resource and Environmental Management program combines coursework with real-life experience including a paid internship during your first year. You will pursue what you are passionate about and build a well-rounded combination of knowledge and experience that will serve you well on any career path you choose.

When you graduate, you will be able to confidently and collaboratively address the interdisciplinary dimensions of resource and environmental problems. 

Careers

Graduate with the skills and knowledge you need to pursue a career in natural resource and environmental management. 

96% Graduate employment rate within the first 6 months

Program options

Professional: This course-based master’s program will enable you to acquire specialized knowledge, enhance critical skills, and advance your career. Learn more about professional master's degrees at Dal.

Internship: You’ll participate in a paid internship during your first year. 

All graduate programs at Dalhousie are collaboratively delivered by a home Faculty and the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

Admission requirements

You'll need to meet the Faculty of Graduate Studies minimum requirements as well as any program-specific admission requirements before you can apply.

The next deadline to apply for the program is  January 31 to begin in September.


Program-specific requirements

This program requires you to meet the following criteria:

You’ll need a four-year honours bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)—or a bachelor’s degree with proven research experience, such as a capstone project, research internship, publication, independent study, or relevant work.

A minimum GPA of 3.0 (B) in your final two years is required, though most admitted students have around a 3.3 (B+) average.

If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to show proof of proficiency through a recognized test. Competitive scores include:

  • TOEFL iBT: 100+
  • IELTS: 7.5+
  • PTE Academic: 65+ (with no section below 60)
  • CCE: A
  • Dalhousie English for Academic Purposes (Level 2): minimum grade of A

In exceptional cases, a waiver may be considered after your application has been fully reviewed.

For more information about other English language proficiency tests, please visit the  Faculty of Graduate Studies English language proficiency requirements.

Financial information

Questions about tuition and fees? Contact Student Accounts.

Email student.accounts@dal.ca or phone 902-494-3998.

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