Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Horticulture Science - Urban Ecosystems)
STEM Course
4 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
CA$16,225/Yr
CA$16,225 /Yr
- BSc in Horticulture Science - Urban Ecosystems (Major) Marketing at Kwantlen Polytechnic University is offered for 4 years.
- This program is offered on a full-time and on-campus basis.
- The Bachelor of Horticulture Science Urban Ecosystems Major is the only undergraduate degree in North America dedicated to the study of urban ecosystems.
- At KPU, the Urban Ecosystems Major is an interdisciplinary program that combines horticulture, ecology, design, biology, chemistry, mathematics, business, and student-selected electives from the breadth of courses offered throughout KPU.
- Students synthesize the science and practice of horticulture to resolve community, industry, and research-related problems in urban environments. Innovation and creative critical thinking are important essential skills that students gain through applied research projects.
- The college program recognizes the significant role of plants in promoting human health and well-being in the urban environment. The program is built around the concept of "learning from experience".
- Students will be undertaking projects that cover a range of interdisciplinary topics such as ecosystem inventory, assessment and monitoring, urban agriculture, urban forests, and climate change adaptation, watershed, riparian and natural areas policy, planning and management, as well as small scales landscape interventions such as designing biodiverse roof ecosystems and walls, and creating, restoring, and managing wildlife and pollinator habitat.
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | CA$16225 (CAD 16225) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | CA$11534 (CAD 11534) |
| Others fees | CA$445 (CAD 445) |
| Total fees | CA$16670 (CAD 16670) |
| Total Cost | CA$28649 (CAD 28649) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have an official secondary school transcript to get admission.
- Students are required to maintain at least a 2.0 overall GPA.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Students must require one of the following:
- Indian Senior School Certificate (ISC)
- Intermediate Certificate
- Higher School Certificate
- Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or All India Senior School Certificate
Language Requirments:
- Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores.
- Students are required to submit an SAT or ACT score to be considered for admission.
International students who currently or will hold a degree from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction, do not need to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score report.
Scores Required
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Higher Secondary School Certificate - The certificate provided by the education board after completion of the Higher secondary education.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of your experience and skills.
- English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFL, IELTS,..etc.
VISA & Work Study
VISA
- Student Visa and Visitor Visa (Optional) are required to study in Canada.
- The Student visa is a document that the Canadian government issues that allow foreign nationals to study at institutions in Canada.
- A student visa is usually valid for the length of the student’s study program, plus an extra 90 days. The 90 days lets the student prepare to leave Canada or apply to extend their stay.
- The cost of the student visa is 113 USD.
- The students need these documents to apply for a study permit:
- Proof of acceptance i.e The offer letter that the student received from the university.
- Proof of identity
- Proof of financial support i.e Documents showing the financial status.
Career and Placement after Course
College graduates develop skills necessary for employment in the following areas:
- Technical positions in the Environmental Sector of the Economy
- Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Contractors
- Urban Horticulturists
- Technical Representatives for Horticulture or Agriculture Supply Companies
- Parks Managers
- Specialized Horticulture Enterprises (i.e. Green Roof Installation and Maintenance)
- Landscape Architecture (B. Sc. Hort. as a potential qualifying program)
- Graduate studies in Horticulture or related fields such as Landscape Architecture, Urban Forestry, and Community & Regional Planning (subject to specific graduate school admission requirements)Urban horticulture in the private and public sectors
- Environmental consulting
- Parks and natural area management (municipal and NGO lands)
- Landscape and Grounds Maintenance Contractors
- Specialized Horticulture Enterprises such as design, installation, and maintenance of rain gardens, living roof and wall ecosystems and other types of green infrastructure
- Managing urban agriculture programs
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per studentCA$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| BrokerFish International student scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| aaa updated | Scholarship per studentCA$ 567/Yr$567 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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Kwantlen Polytechnic University invites admission application in the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. The application process for the Fall semester will begin on 1st October 2022 and continue till 1st March 2023. You can check the courses available for admission in this semester from Kwantlen Polytechnic University Courses.