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University of Manitoba

Winnipeg , Manitoba ,Canada

Bachelor of Science (Agroecology)

Since its inception in 1906, the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences has been a leader in the agri-food industry in Manitoba. The standard of excellence it has attained in its teaching and research programs is recognized across Canada and around the world.

The Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences has earned a reputation for its high-calibre teaching programs and its friendly helpful staff. Students benefit not only from the expertise of staff in the Faculty, but also from the close proximity of other faculties on campus, federal research facilities, and a vibrant Winnipeg-based agricultural community.  

Interesting courses and unique opportunities

Interesting courses 

  • World of Bugs
  • Frozen Dairy Products
  • Companion Animal Nutrition and Management
  • Economics of World Food Issues and Policies
  • Introduction to Environmental Economics
  • Urban Agriculture

Co-op programs
The Cooperative Education option integrates the student’s academic study with practical work experience in industry, government and the farming profession. To obtain the co-op designation, students must complete three 4-month work terms. Two of these can be during the summer. This program option will extend your degree time by one semester (slightly longer if a student takes more work terms in winter).

Exchange and Travel Opportunities
Exchange opportunities exist for agriculture students to study abroad in countries such as Sweden, Mexico, France, the U.S., China and India.

Intakes

  • Sep Deadline: March

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Professional opportunities

  • Plant biotechnologist
  • Food inspector
  • Animal nutritionist
  • Farm journalist
  • Sales and marketing representative

PSW Opportunity

PSW same as course duration For all courses (Minimum 8 months Course duration Required)

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

An equivalent minimum average of 70% over the following senior level courses, with no less than 60% in each course:

  •  English
  •  Senior Level Mathematics or Pre-Calculus Mathematics
  •  A third academic course
  •  A fourth academic course

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