
Study Society, Environment and Global Change
Redefine the Future
Discover how you can make a positive impact on the pressing issues you care about. Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Do you want to understand the forces shaping our global community and be part of the solution?
A social science program focused on society, environment, and global change empowers you to explore the most urgent challenges of our time. From climate change and food insecurity to Indigenous rights and social justice movements, you’ll gain the tools to analyze, understand, and act.
Why Choose a Program in Society, Environment and Global Change?
- Interdisciplinary Learning: Combine insights from multiple social science disciplines, like sociology, geography, political science, and international development studies.
- Real-World Impact: Learn about what's affecting the everyday lives of individuals and communities. Engage in community-based research, policy analysis, and advocacy projects that make a difference.
- Global Perspective: Study issues that transcend borders and prepare for careers in government, international development, environmental policy, social science research, and more.
How Will You Make Your Impact?
When you choose a program like anthropology, geography, or environmental governance, you'll join a community of changemakers driven to help shape a better future.
Are you interested in:
- Indigenous knowledge and rights?
- Social movements and inequality?
- Global environmental challenges?
Whether you're driven by climate justice, human rights, or building human-centred communities, our programs will help you turn your passion into purpose.
Discover Your Society, Environment and Global Change Major

Anthropology
The anthropology program empowers students to critically explore human cultures, societal dynamics, and complex challenges around the world. With interdisciplinary learning and co-op opportunities, graduates gain the knowledge and skills to address issues like inequality and cultural preservation across diverse communities.

Sociology
The sociology program explores how social forces shape everyday life, culture, and institutions. Students engage in critical inquiry, collaborative projects, and experiential learning to understand diversity, power, and global challenges. Graduates emerge with analytical and communication skills for careers in research, community development, policy, and social innovation.

International Development Studies
Explore global challenges through an interdisciplinary lens, tackling poverty, climate change, and inequality. Gain hands-on experience via co-op, field schools, and study abroad. Customize your degree with five specializations and graduate ready to drive inclusive change locally and globally.

Geography
The geography program examines human-environment relationships and global challenges through fieldwork, labs, and research. Students develop GIS and analytical skills, with co-op options preparing graduates to advance sustainability, planning, and conservation.

Environmental Governance
Environmental governance prepares students to address climate challenges through policy, collaboration, and sustainable practices. Students build interdisciplinary skills for careers in policy, law, and advocacy, driving solutions for a resilient future.

Environment & Resource Management
Environment and Resource Management combines biophysical and social sciences to tackle environmental challenges. Students gain GIS and remote sensing skills through hands-on learning, preparing for careers in consulting, conservation, and policy.

Earth Observation and Geographic Information Science
EOGIS integrates remote sensing, GIS, and environmental science to monitor Earth's systems. Students gain geomatics and data analytics expertise through hands-on training and co-op, preparing graduates to drive sustainable solutions.
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