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Bachelor of Environmental Sustainability
- Orillia, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Orillia-based honours degree preparing graduates to protect ecosystems and living organisms.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate core knowledge in Environmental Sustainability. Apply relevant methods and tools to academic or professional problems. Communicate findings clearly and work responsibly in individual and collaborative settings.
Career outcomes
- Laboratory Analyst
- Research Assistant
- Science Technician
- Data Analyst
- Quality Control Analyst
Curriculum
- Honours programme with optional paid co-op starting after second year. First year: environmental sustainability
- Biology
- Geography
- Geology
- Mathematics and chemistry plus electives. Specialisations include environmental biotechnology
- A pathway from Georgian College ecosystem management exists.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation with senior-level (Grade 12) programme prerequisites and an overall average equivalent to 70% (Canadian); Higher for competitive programmes (Nursing compressed route 80%); University transfer applicants 60%; Engineering prerequisites need 60% in key subjects.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school graduation (academic programme, Or equivalent for the country) with senior-level (Grade 12) programme prerequisites; Overall final average equivalent to 70% (Canadian); University transfer applicants 60%
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate
- English proficiency evidence
- Statement of purpose where requested
- Financial support evidence
How to apply
- Review the admission requirements for Bachelor of Environmental Sustainability. Prepare academic transcripts
- Graduation evidence
- Language results
- required supporting documents. Complete the application to Lakehead University. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
- Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $33,045 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $135 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Orillia |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies |
| Department | Environmental Sustainability |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Lakehead offers international entrance scholarships and other awards for eligible students. Values and renewal conditions depend on the award and academic results. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
2 Nov 2026
ClosedProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
107 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $33,045 CAD per year. The application fee is $135 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176.

