Academic Faculty/School: Faculty of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences (ALES). This Bachelor of Science program provides the knowledge and skills to manage soils, plants, and animals on public and private lands within an ecosystem management framework. It addresses land-use principles such as grazing, intensive agriculture, forestry, and recreational activities, focusing on improving productivity and sustainability. The curriculum offers a strong scientific foundation and integrates indigenous perspectives on the environment. Students develop real-world solutions for environmental issues like land degradation, water pollution, biodiversity, and climate change adaptation. A key feature is the opportunity to apply knowledge through a full-time, paid Science Internship Program (SIP). Graduates may qualify for Professional Agrologist or Professional Biologist designations in Canada with appropriate course selection.

Graduates are highly sought after in government, industry, and non-profit sectors. Career options include: Wildlife Biologist, Rangeland Ecologist, Conservation Manager, Environmental Consultant, Park Ranger, Resource Policy Analyst, Ecological Restoration Specialist, Land Reclamation Specialist, GIS Specialist, Forestry Technician, Environmental Educator, and roles in Sustainable Agriculture and Biodiversity Monitoring. This program prepares students for careers in organizations such as government ministries (e.g., Environment and Protected Areas, Agriculture and Irrigation), consulting firms, conservation organizations, and national/provincial parks. The full-time paid internship greatly enhances career readiness.

The University of Alberta is a Top 100 university in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025) and ranked #6 in the world for global impact (Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024), highlighting its academic excellence and commitment to addressing global challenges. The North campus is the University's largest and most historic campus, located near the heart of the city of Edmonton, providing a vibrant urban and academic environment. The Faculty of ALES focuses on applied solutions to global challenges, and the program offers a valuable full-time, paid internship option.