| Overall Rating | Gold |
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| Overall Score | 69.71 |
| Liaison | Sharmilla Raj |
| Submission Date | May 6, 2024 |
Toronto Metropolitan University
AC-4: Graduate Program
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Does the institution offer at least one sustainability-focused major, degree program, or the equivalent for graduate students?:
Yes
Name of the sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program:
Environmental Applied Science and Management
A brief description of the graduate-level degree program:
The graduate programs in Environmental Applied Science and Management at Toronto Metropolitan University offer studies in environmental sciences, technology, and environmental management systems and decision-making at the masters and doctoral level. These multidisciplinary programs are for students from a number of related disciplines including biology, chemistry, ecology, engineering, geography, geology, public and occupational health, urban planning and environmental studies.
Recent student research areas:
Assessment of Solar Energy Policy • Automating GIS Input for Distributed Urban Drainage Modelling • Best Practices For Mine Site Reclamation • Communication Networks in Rooftop Urban Agriculture • Community Stakeholders and the Sagarmatha National Park Forestry Project, Nepal • Corporate Responsibility in the Commercial Real Estate and Construction • Enhanced Biofuel Production Using Renewable and Sustainable Feedstock • Environmental Management in the Film and Television Production Industry
Recent student research areas:
Assessment of Solar Energy Policy • Automating GIS Input for Distributed Urban Drainage Modelling • Best Practices For Mine Site Reclamation • Communication Networks in Rooftop Urban Agriculture • Community Stakeholders and the Sagarmatha National Park Forestry Project, Nepal • Corporate Responsibility in the Commercial Real Estate and Construction • Enhanced Biofuel Production Using Renewable and Sustainable Feedstock • Environmental Management in the Film and Television Production Industry
Website URL for the graduate-level degree program:
Name of the sustainability-focused, graduate-level degree program (2nd program):
Building Science
A brief description of the graduate degree program (2nd program):
There is an urgent need to reduce the impact of buildings on the natural world. To do so, new and existing buildings must improve energy efficiency, improve indoor environmental quality, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve heritage, and reduce resource consumption and waste generation. We need to embrace these principles, and we need you—tomorrow’s building science professional.
The interdisciplinary graduate program of building science is unique in Canada. It offers graduates of related programs the opportunity to explore the principles necessary to deliver sustainable buildings and prepare for careers in the building science industry and related areas such as engineering, architecture and construction.
The program offers a doctor of philosophy (PhD) degree of building science for Fall 2019, a master of applied science (MASc) degree or a master of building science (MBSc) degree.
The interdisciplinary graduate program of building science is unique in Canada. It offers graduates of related programs the opportunity to explore the principles necessary to deliver sustainable buildings and prepare for careers in the building science industry and related areas such as engineering, architecture and construction.
The program offers a doctor of philosophy (PhD) degree of building science for Fall 2019, a master of applied science (MASc) degree or a master of building science (MBSc) degree.
Website URL for the graduate degree program (2nd program):
Name of the sustainability-focused, graduate-level degree program (3rd program):
Urban Development
A brief description of the graduate degree program (3rd program):
TMU’s Master of Planning (MPl) in Urban Development combines holistic examination and analysis of economic, socio-cultural, political, ecological and spatial elements in reimagining our communities, structured around the intertwined dimensions of urban culture and nature. Students explicitly address the principles of inclusivity and sustainability in designing for development.
Urban Development at TMU will challenge you to incorporate urban culture, nature, inclusion and sustainability frameworks into urban development and design.Our program is unique in Canada. It opens the door to advanced practice and leadership in the urban development field:Our two-year stream supports university graduates without prior experience in planning to launch their planning careers.
Our one-year stream gives professional planners and recent planning graduates a competitive edge and a fresh perspective. Toronto will become your living laboratory. Studios, internship placements and research opportunities maximize connections with the city we live in.
Multidisciplinary centres such as the TMU City Building Institute and the Centre for Urban Research and Land Development will engage you with critical urban challenges, alongside a community of experts, citizens and advocates.
Our graduates work at the cutting-edge of contemporary urban design and planning, actively shaping the future of our cities.
Urban Development at TMU will challenge you to incorporate urban culture, nature, inclusion and sustainability frameworks into urban development and design.Our program is unique in Canada. It opens the door to advanced practice and leadership in the urban development field:Our two-year stream supports university graduates without prior experience in planning to launch their planning careers.
Our one-year stream gives professional planners and recent planning graduates a competitive edge and a fresh perspective. Toronto will become your living laboratory. Studios, internship placements and research opportunities maximize connections with the city we live in.
Multidisciplinary centres such as the TMU City Building Institute and the Centre for Urban Research and Land Development will engage you with critical urban challenges, alongside a community of experts, citizens and advocates.
Our graduates work at the cutting-edge of contemporary urban design and planning, actively shaping the future of our cities.
Website URL for the graduate degree program (3rd program):
The name and website URLs of all other sustainability-focused graduate-level degree programs:
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Does the institution offer one or more graduate-level sustainability-focused minors, concentrations or certificates?:
Yes
Name of the graduate-level sustainability-focused minor, concentration or certificate:
Urban Agriculture (certificate)
A brief description of the graduate minor, concentration or certificate:
Urban agriculture is not only a growing field, but a necessary one. As people continue to move into cities, there will be an added need for professionals with urban agriculture training to lead the sustainability path in building resilient city regions. If you’re looking for a career to help create positive change in your community, our Certificate in Urban Agriculture will help you get there. This four-course, fully-online certificate equips you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to address food system challenges in local and global contexts.
Website URL for the graduate minor, concentration or certificate:
Name of the graduate-level sustainability-focused minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
Local Economic Development (Certificate)
A brief description of the graduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
Are you interested in working to improve a community’s economic health? A career in local economic development (LED) combines business administration and development as well as public administration skills with technical skills like planning, engineering, project management, airport development, real estate, marketing, and more.
Website URL for the graduate minor, concentration or certificate (2nd program):
Name of the graduate-level sustainability-focused minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
Facility and Property Management (certificate)
A brief description of the graduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
Every organization leases or owns their real estate and needs someone with the right training and background to manage this important asset for them. This fully online certificate will help set you up for career success in this in-demand profession. It combines direct facility and property management skills with the broader business and management knowledge needed to thrive in the profession. Facility and property managers provide productive, safe, and comfortable work environments for their organization’s employees. Equip yourself with the most important skills and knowledge necessary for a rewarding career in facility and property management.
Website URL for the graduate minor, concentration or certificate (3rd program):
The name and website URLs of all other graduate-level, sustainability-focused minors, concentrations and certificates:
Food Security Certificate: https://continuing.torontomu.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=194754
Landscape Design for Climate Resilience
https://continuing.torontomu.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=169912
Landscape Design for Climate Resilience
https://continuing.torontomu.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=169912
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