Study Arts & Science in Environment on Canada’s #1 Island
Help contribute to a future we can all be proud of with a Bachelor of Arts and Science in Environment (BASE). CBU’s first fully interdisciplinary degree, the BASE program takes advantage of the natural resources available among the breathtaking scenery on Cape Breton Island. The BASE program reflects a university-wide commitment to teaching and research in environment and sustainability, and is enriched by Indigenous perspectives.
Program Start Dates:
September, January & May
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Estimated Tuition & Fees:
$8,500 (Nova Scotian Resident)
$9,800 (Canadian Resident)
$19,600 (International)
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Program Overview
Upon completing this program, you’ll walk away with:
- Universal Skills. With courses in public speaking, communication, and writing, you’ll earn noteworthy skills that position you for successful entry into the job market.
- Career Opportunities. Understand the day-to-day functions and roles that operate within a multitude of environments and industries.
- Co-op Experience. Take the hands-on approach and apply your knowledge to real workplace experiences in the community.
Course Details
Learn to lead through sustainability.
ENVS-1101 Art & Science of Environmental Studies
This course introduces students to Environmental Studies as an interdisciplinary field of research and will provide students with a wide-ranging introduction to current issues and practices in Environmental Studies. The emphasis is on exploring how arts and science disciplines approach knowledge, problem solving and communication, and how the approaches of different disciplines can be combined to expand our ways of acquiring and disseminating knowledge.
ENVS-2101 Canadian Environmental Perspectives
This course examines environmental issues specific to Canada, around a central topic each year and include multiple perspectives from different disciplines. This course also addresses the environmental perspectives from First Nations in Canada, from the pre-colonial era to the present.
ENVS-4103 Global Environmental Perspectives
This course is cross-listed with POLS4103. This course combines seminars and project-based activities to explore environmental issues and environmental actions outside North America. This class will consider nature and environmentalism in the context of globalization, war, aid, and rapid economic development or collapse. Case-studies will be included. Pre-requisites required.
Want to Know More?
To view the admission requirements for this program, please visit cbu.ca/base.
Like many institutions, CBU recognizes education completed at other post-secondary institutions. Students who have been successfully admitted to CBU and who already have some education behind them can apply for transfer credit.
Transfer credit is awarded for any course a student has successfully taken that is a good match with a course offered by CBU. Students can then use these credits to fulfill up to 50% of the requirements for their CBU degree. Learn more at cbu.ca/transfer.
Your time spent at CBU isn’t just about what you study, it’s much more than that. It’s about the friendships you make, the adventures you take and the sense of CBU pride you build while earning your degree.
Whether you decide to live off campus or on campus, getting involved in CBU’s campus life is an important piece of your university experience. Visit cbu.ca/recreation to learn more about ways you can get involved.
On Campus Housing
If you will require housing, our on-campus residence will be a big part of your university experience. It’s true when they say CBU residence will be your new home away from home. View our residence options by visiting cbu.ca/residence.
Off Campus Housing
CBU is surrounded by close-knit communities that offer amenities like grocery stores, fitness centres, urgent care centres and pharmacies. Visit cbu.ca/off-campus-living to learn more about housing options.
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Enrol in the Bachelor of Arts and Science in Environment program at Cape Breton University.
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