Why study this program?
Accommodating our growing human population has negatively impacted the environment, but with the help of land reclamation experts, we can secure the livelihood of future generations. Land reclamation is an interdisciplinary science that converts damaged and disturbed land to its former or other productive uses, and it’s in high demand.
This program teaches you how to assess, mitigate, and minimize the impacts of activities such as industrial development and resource extraction, and how to restore impacted ecosystems. You’ll gain the knowledge and practical skills to conduct contaminant remediation, soil reclamation, and revegetation, as well as environmental assessment and land-use planning.
Students interested in diving deeper can participate in the Land Reclamation International Graduate School (LRIGS), an interdisciplinary hub of students and researchers dedicated to reclaiming disturbed lands around the world.
Why study Environmental and Conservation Sciences at the University of Alberta?
Our BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences degree in the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences gives you the opportunity to study and develop real-world solutions for environmental issues such as land degradation, water pollution, biodiversity, and adaptation to climate change. You’ll also have the chance to participate in a 10-day field school as well as a project-based capstone course.
Why study at the University of Alberta?
Pursue a degree that matters in the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences and secure a job in an in-demand career dedicated to people, the land and the lab. With flexible, interdisciplinary programs and integrated experiential opportunities, students can follow their passions inside and outside the classroom. Access one of the largest faculty scholarship programs at the institution and get involved with the thriving student community for a memorable and life-changing university experience.
- Agrologist
- Environmental / Indigenous Relations Advisor
- Environmental Assessment Analyst
- Environmental Auditor
- Environmental Consultant
- Environmental Coordinator
- Environmental Impact Assessor
- Environmental Planner
- Land Reclamation Specialist
- Land Use Advisor
- Land Use Planner
- Remediation Specialist
- Soil Conservationist
- Soil Scientist
- Sustainability Coordinator
- Wildlife / Conservation Biologist
Alex, from Balzac, is an Agriculture and Resource Economics student, VP Academic of the Agriculture Club, and a member of the UAlberta cheerleading team. Alex also helps out during harvest and calving on her family's mixed farm, and helps run the online side of the business.
Admissions Requirements for 2025 - 2026
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Because the U of A wants you to succeed, our admissions policy ensures that all students, regardless of citizenship, have the language skills they need to understand, participate and learn in our classes. The primary language of instruction in our classes, with the exception of those at the Faculté Saint-Jean, is English. For more information on the English Language Proficiency policy refer to the U of A Calendar. Information on writing ELP examinations is also available.
At the U of A, we are committed to encouraging Indigenous Students in their work towards a degree. Indigenous students have been under-represented in higher education in Canada, thus our policy is aimed at increasing opportunity, with the goal of our Aboriginal student population being representative of the public we serve. For more information on Admission of Indigenous Students refer to the U of A Calendar.
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The Office of the Registrar administers over $52 million each year in scholarships, awards, and financial support for undergraduate students, as well as financial and loan advising. Additional scholarships are also available for specific faculties and programs.
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