Environment and Society (Environmental Studies) Diploma at Capilano University

The Environment and Society (Environmental Studies) Diploma at CapU is a great place to start learning more about environmental jobs and building skills to work in an emerging field. In the diploma, students take courses in various subjects, including anthropology, biology, ecology, economics, First Nations and Indigenous Peoples, geography, history, ethics, political science and statistics. Students have the advantage of studying in small classes and receiving mentorship from expert instructors who combine theory with practical, applied learning.

Faculty: Arts & Sciences  |  Department: Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time or part-time  |  Intake: Fall 2027, Spring 2027  |  Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Turn their diploma into a degree After completing the first two years of the Environment and Society (Environmental Studies) diploma, students can move into the Bachelor of Environment and Society (Environmental Studies) degree program to give their career prospects a major boost.

Career pathways

Career paths include: Environmental educator; Environmental issues advocate; Project leader in environmental organizations; Research assistant in natural resources policy and legislation; Recycling program coordinator; Sustainable development coordinator; Sustainability consultant.

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