- Level
- Master Degree
- Duration
- 2 year Master Degree
- Open intakes
-
Off-shoreJan 2027, Sep 2027
- Field
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
- Institution
- Public University
- Offer speed
- Superfast Offer Speed2–3 days
- Next deadline
- 2026-09-01
Program overview
Master of Environmental Sciences (Thesis) at Nipissing University in North Bay, Ontario. A two year research master degree in environmental science, weighted toward laboratory and field investigation, quantitative methods and an original supervised thesis.
This is the science counterpart to the environmental studies master, and the distinction matters at application. The sciences route expects a quantitative and laboratory background, while the studies route accommodates policy and social science entrants, so applicants should match the route to their undergraduate training.
Degree level programmes are exempt from the field of study rules that apply to non degree credentials, so Master of Environmental Sciences (Thesis) needs no CIP code check. At the length recorded here, Master of Environmental Sciences (Thesis) sits in the category that remains eligible for a spousal open work permit, which married applicants should confirm before planning family finances. Every work permit decision rests with Canadian immigration authorities, and Apply Study Visa confirms the position for Master of Environmental Sciences (Thesis) in writing before you pay a deposit.
The stated bar for Master of Environmental Sciences (Thesis) is 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree with 70 percent, with an English profile of IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.5. Tuition for Master of Environmental Sciences (Thesis) is recorded at CAD 16,800 a year with a CAD 150 application fee, and 5 intake windows are listed. Apply Study Visa manages the Master of Environmental Sciences (Thesis) application, the attestation letter, the deposit and the study permit as one process.
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
Who can apply (guide for international students):
- Education: 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 70 percent.
- English (meet any one): IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.5; PTE Academic 63 overall with no component below 60; TOEFL iBT 93 total; Duolingo is recorded as not accepted at this institution.
- English waiver: No English proficiency exam waiver is offered for this institution.
- Application: Application fee CAD 150. A tuition deposit confirms the seat and triggers the provincial attestation letter.
- Work permit: Degree level programmes are exempt from the field of study rules that apply to non degree credentials, so Master of Environmental Sciences (Thesis) needs no CIP code check.
- Study permit: Apply Study Visa supplies the designated learning institution number and completes the submission with you.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bachelor's degree marksheets & final certificate
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Updated CV / resume
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
Typical destinations for graduates:
- Environmental Scientist: research and monitoring roles
- Research Associate: universities and institutes
- Laboratory Scientist: environmental testing
- Field Research Coordinator: ecological studies
- Doctoral Study: the standard research progression
- Technical Specialist: consultancy and industry
Reality check: laboratory based research master degrees depend on supervisor capacity, so early contact with the department materially improves the chance of an offer.
About Nipissing University
- Type
- University
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.7
- World rank
- #2470
- Reference No.
- O19395535971
