Master of Science - Environmental & Life Sciences

Academic Requirements

For the Master of Science in Environmental & Life Sciences program at Brandon University, the following Academic Requirements apply:

• Minimum GPA: Not specified.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.
• International students must adhere to the following deadlines:
• For September 2025: March 1
• For January 2026: TBD
• Canadian students must adhere to the following deadlines:
• For September 2025: May 15
• For January 2026: TBD

It is important to note that students should apply as soon as possible to ensure they meet all requirements and deadlines. For any clarification and support regarding the application process, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

At Brandon University, demonstrating English language proficiency is essential for all applicants, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin. The university recognizes that English is the primary language of instruction, and thus, a suitable level of academic English is required for success in its programs.

There are 12 ways to meet Brandon University’s English language proficiency requirement:

1. Successful completion of a three‐year secondary school program at a school where English is the language of instruction;
2. Successful completion of three consecutive years of full‐time post‐secondary study at a recognized institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0);
3. Any combination of three consecutive years of full‐time study in secondary and post‐secondary education at recognized institutions where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.0);
4. Graduation from a Manitoba high school with at least one Grade 12 English 40S credit with a minimum grade of 70%;
5. Graduation from a Canadian high school (outside Manitoba) with at least one Grade 12 English credit equivalent to Manitoba 40S with a minimum grade of 70%;
6. Completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level (HL) English course with a score of four (4) or greater;
7. Completion of Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature and Composition or Language and Composition with a score of four (4) or greater;
8. Completion of a recognized secondary school completion exam with minimum final grade in English subject as specified below:

Additionally, applicants can meet the requirement through:

1. Completion of an accredited undergraduate degree from a recognized post‐secondary institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.00);
2. Completion of an accredited graduate degree (minimum two‐year program) from a recognized post‐secondary institution where English is the language of instruction (overall post‐secondary CGPA must be 2.00);
3. Successful completion of Brandon University’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Tier 4;
4. Completion of a recognized English Language Assessment Test with the appropriate minimum score:

Examination results must be no more than two years old at the time of submission.

Mature and Home School applicants who cannot demonstrate proficiency through any of the 12 criteria will be assessed on an individual basis in consultation with the University Registrar and Dean of the faculty/school to which they are seeking admission.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.