Environmental Assessment Concordia University Montréal

Overview

The Environmental Assessment (MEnv) at Concordia University Montréal provides students with a comprehensive foundation in scoping, data collection, and geographical analysis. This professional programme is designed to equip graduates with the technical expertise required to oversee complex environmental projects and impact studies.

Students explore the methodologies of the assessment process, learning how to identify environmental risks and propose effective mitigation solutions. The curriculum emphasises the practical application of federal laws and policies, ensuring that graduates can develop robust impact studies for various plans and programmes.

A significant feature of the programme is the mandatory four-month internship, which allows students to work under professional supervision.

Why Environmental Assessment at Concordia University Montréal?

The programme is hosted by the Department of Geography, Planning and Environment within the Faculty of Arts and Science. Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and advanced data analysis, which are essential tools in the modern environmental sector.

The university provides a supportive environment for graduate studies, offering access to specialised facilities at the Sir George Williams campus. The programme’s focus on Indigenous perspectives and environmental governance reflects the institution's commitment to contemporary and socially responsible practices.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 691 per credit
• National fee: CAD 420 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of 45 credits, including compulsory coursework, elective options, and an internship component. Modules may include:

• EA: Concepts, Principles and Practice
• Getting Ready for the EA Internship
• Data Collection and Analysis for EA
• Geographical Information Systems for EA
• Field Course in EA
• Indigenous Peoples and Environmental Assessment
• Environmental Law and Policy
• Environmental Standards
• Advanced Topics in Environmental Assessment
• Special Topics in Geography
• Advanced Quantitative Research Methods
• Sustainable Resource Management
• Environmental Modelling
• Climate Change and Sustainability
• Environmental Governance
• Community-Based Conservation
• Advanced Seminar in Environmental Science
• Internship Report Peer Review
• Internship
• Internship Project Proposal
• Internship Report
• Internship Project Presentation

Careers with Environmental Assessment

Graduates are prepared for specialist roles in the development of impact studies and the management of environmental risks. Potential employers include all levels of government, where specialists are needed to navigate environmental laws and regulatory frameworks.

Opportunities also exist within international agencies and non-governmental organisations focused on sustainable development. Private corporations frequently recruit graduates to oversee technical reports and ensure compliance with environmental standards across various industrial sectors.