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Graduate Certificate in Ecosystem Restoration Niagara College - Niagara-on-the-Lake  Campus Niagara College - Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus, Canada

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CAD 19422

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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85

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Are you passionate about the environment with a desire to help establish an ecologically healthy relationship between nature and our highly industrialized world?
As an Ecosystem Restoration graduate you will be skilled in the restoration and management of disturbed ecosystems and will be prepared to play a leading role in the environmental labour market.

Program Highlights

  • Centred on ‘hands-on, boots-on’ learning opportunities via community-based, year-long ecological restoration projects.
  • The 125-acre Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake includes restored wetlands, The Wetland Ridge Trail, and is part of the Niagara Escarpment.
  • Supports bio-monitoring, bio-engineering and plant material management training via the Greenhouse/Nursery, community nurseries and a full complement of field equipment.
  • Restoration-oriented certifications and training provide graduates competitive advantages in the environmental labour market.
  • Engaged Program Advisory Committee with representatives from sectors involved in the planning, implementation, regulation and promotion of ecological restoration activities.
  • Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) has reviewed program curriculum and successful graduates of this program will be immediately eligible for certification designation as a CERPIT (Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner in Training).
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Additional Information

Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 35 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - Band in any one module - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 85 - Score in Speaking & Writing - 22
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 57
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 120.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have completed one the following:
    • Ontario College Diploma (or equivalent) in Environmental Technician/Technology; Ecosystem Management Technician/Technology; or
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Biology; Botany; Ecology; Environmental and Resources Studies/Management; Environmental Science/Technology; Landscape Architecture; Wildlife; Zoology or
    • Submit a cover letter and resume outlining an acceptable combination of environmental work experience and postsecondary education (as determined by the College). 

6.5 IELTS Score
85 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
120 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

19422

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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Scholarships

Niagara College Trailblazer Bursary

We are excited to introduce the Niagara College Trailblazer Bursary, a new limited time offer to support international students on their journey to Niagara College! 


Bursary Details:

  • Amount: $1,500 
  • Effective: March 19, 2025.  
  • Who is eligible? New international students from India and Nepal starting their first full-time postsecondary program in Fall 2025 or Winter 2026. 
  • Study Permit Requirement: Students must apply for their study permit before June 10, 2025, and email proof of submission to . 
  • No Application Needed: The bursary will be automatically applied to eligible students. 
  • One-Time Award: This bursary can only be received once during a student’s time at Niagara College.


Important Information:

  • The bursary is automatically applied to the student's account after Day 10 of the term start.
  • The bursary will be reflected on the student’s Letter of Admission (LOA) and final invoice.

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