The MEM degree is a course-based graduate degree with an emphasis on integrating environmental science, policy and management.
Students will explore contemporary environmental challenges through their courses and a work-integrated, career-relevant internship. The degree is intended to be completed over a 16-month period and is self-funded by the student.
This degree is considered an intensive course-based degree – meaning that when students start, they continually take courses or the internship until their completion. The degree is not like other course-based programs where students take the summer off. The summer term is normally when the internship occurs. Note that this degree is an in-person program that offers online electives to meet program requirements during the internship.
Students must successfully complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of course work, in addition to the MEM Internship and report, for a total of 36 credit hours. Students must earn 24 credit hours from the MEM list of required courses and the remainder may be chosen from the list of constrained electives to enhance their studies. (see BELOW)
The MEM summer internship can be a paid position with an employer/organization or it can be a volunteer position. Students are required to find their own position for the internship program.
We have many employers that post jobs for our students and there are opportunities that are posted through UNB’s Experiential Education.
The internship is normally done during the 3rd term (summer). Students will then prepare presentation in the term following the internship.
Minimum requirements for the internship: 12 weeks and minimum 30 hours a week (minimum 360 hours for the entire internship).
Note: The faculty does not guarantee placement or funding for internships; we will provide access to opportunities for students to apply to and it is up to the student to secure employment. If the student is not successful, they will need to discuss volunteer options with their program coordinator.
Over the span of 16 months, you will be enrolled in 4 semesters (fall, winter, summer, fall). You are required to take 12 courses overall (10 required core courses + 2 constrained electives). Minimum three courses per semester for full-time student status.
Choose only two courses from this list, other environmental- or management-related courses 3000-level and above can also be considered; consult with the Professional Graduate Programs Coordinator.
Note: Course list is subject to change based on availability.
Students are able to choose from the list of online CEL courses below as their constrained elective options. Since they are online courses, it allows for flexible learning options while students are completing their program. CEL does give students 6 months to complete the course, however it is important for students registered in online courses to complete the course in the term that registration occurred due to the intensity of the program.
Note: Each open entry course offered includes a $150 non-refundable, non-transferable online fee, in addition to the standard tuition and fees.
*Entrance period: Fall semester only
For questions and concerns, contact foremprograms@unb.ca.
Whether you are a recent university graduate or a working professional looking to upgrade your skills, the 16-month course-based Master of Environmental Management program at UNB will help you build the tools you need to have a successful, meaningful environmental career.
There is a growing need for professionals who can approach environmental problems from both biophysical and socioeconomic perspectives. Our Master of Environmental Management program will prepare you for a career in a variety of roles including:
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