The Concurrent Certificate in Environmental Sustainability (ES) will provide students with an opportunity to develop expertise in the related fields of environmental studies, environmental science, and sustainability.

Completion of the ES Certificate provides students the opportunity to earn an additional academic credential that signals an in-depth knowledge of environmental sustainability and enhances their opportunities for graduate studies and careers in growing employment fields.

The ES Certificate may be taken by students pursuing any undergraduate degree and requires completion of 18 units of course work.

For more information, please review the Academic Calendar.

You can contact ugadmin@mcmaster.ca for more information regarding our courses and programs.

The Concurrent Certificate in Geographic Information Science (GIS) provides training in the use and application of geographic information systems and remote sensing relevant to a breadth of disciplines, including environment and earth sciences, geography, biology, anthropology, civil engineering, health science and business.

The Certificate offers a comprehensive and rigorous academic credential that will enhance students’ employability, as well as their qualification for future graduate studies.

The GIS Certificate may be taken by students pursuing any undergraduate degree and requires completion of 18 units of coursework.

For more information, please review the Academic Calendar.

You can contact ugadmin@mcmaster.ca for more information regarding our courses and programs.

The Concurrent Certificate in Urban Studies & Planning (USP) develops expertise in the related fields of urban geography and urban planning. Available courses cover topics ranging from urbanization and urban systems in the global north and the global south, the social geography of cities, urban planning, and sustainable urbanism.

Completion of the USP signals an in-depth knowledge of urban issues, enhancing students’ opportunities for graduate studies and employment in urban planning and related fields.

The USP Certificate may be taken by students pursuing any undergraduate degree and requires completion of 18 units of course work.

For more information, please review the Academic Calendar.

You can contact ugadmin@mcmaster.ca for more information regarding our courses and programs.