Forestry (HBSCF)
As part of the Faculty of Natural Resources Management, our Forestry program will provide you with a background in the biological, social and operational fundamentals of forestry and its relationship to our ecosystems. You will gain the business skills, scientific expertise and practical experience needed to solve modern conservation and sustainability challenges.
Our Honours Bachelor of Science in Forestry shares a common curriculum with the Honours Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management for the first two years.Through a specialization, you will delve deeper into the areas of Forest Management, Forest Health and Protection, or the emerging area of Forest Products and Marketing.
You will be exposed to the high-tech world of modern forest management through the use of GPS/GIS technologies, 3-D visualization, remote sensing with satellite imagery and airborne systems including drone (UAV) technology, and genetic research.
We are nationally accredited by the Canadian Forestry Accreditation Board, meaning you will meet the academic requirements of membership for a number of professional forest associations across Canada. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to receive your Registered Professional Forester (RPF) designation and become a member of the Canadian Institute of Forestry. This feature is unique to Lakehead University and provides you with an impressive professional advantage.
Lakehead Advantage
Our location in the heart of Northwestern Ontario, surrounded by diverse forests, lakes and other unique geographical features, makes Lakehead University the ideal institution to learn about Forestry. We maintain great relationships with regional organizations dedicated to ecological health and outdoor education, facilitating experiential learning and fieldwork opportunities in one of the most beautiful and diverse forests Canada has to offer.
Each year, employers from across Canada visit our campus to recruit due to our great reputation for providing students with the hands-on experience needed to excel in the workforce. As a graduate, you will have your pick of exciting career opportunities in Thunder Bay and beyond.
Transfer Options
It’s easy to transfer to Lakehead. Our pathway and general transfer policies are designed to help you maximize your credits from your current or previous studies at either college or university – or even both.
There are a number of ways to transfer to Lakehead. Let us help you achieve your degree completion goals. For more information regarding specific admission requirements from college or university, check out the “Admissions Requirement” tab above and select your most recent level of study.
Applying to Lakehead University is easy and we are here to help you along the way.
Step 1 – Determine your general admission requirements:
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Forestry (Co-op Available)Degree:ForestryAlberta/NWT/Nunavut:English Language Arts 30-1, 3 from: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Math 30-1, Math 30-2, Math 31, Physics 30, or World Geography 30Program Specific Requirements for Ontario High School Students:English (ENG4U), 3 from: Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Biology (SBI4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Computer Science (ISC4U), Geography (1 of: CGO4M, CGR4M, CGU4M, or CGW4U), Data Management (MDM4U), Earth and Space Science (SES4U), or Physics (SPH4U)Program Specific Requirements for Alberta/NWT/Nunavut High School Students:English Language Arts 30-1, 3 from: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Math 30-1, Math 30-2, Math 31, Physics 30, or World Geography 30Program Specific Requirements for British Columbia/Yukon High School Students:English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12, 3 from: Anatomy and Physiology 12, Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Computer Science 12, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Human Geography 12, Physical Geography, Physics 12, Pre-Calculus 12, or Statistics 12Program Specific Requirements for International Students:English, 3 from: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geography, Math, or PhysicsProgram Specific Requirements for Manitoba High School Students:English Language Arts (Comprehensive Focus, Literary Focus, or Transactional Focus) 40S, 3 from: Advanced Mathematics 45S & Introduction To Calculus 45S, Applied Math 40S, Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, Computer Science 40S, Physics 40S, Pre-Calculus 40S, or World Geography 40SProgram Specific Requirements for Mature/Transfer Students:English (ENG4U), 3 from: Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Biology (SBI4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Computer Science (ISC4U), Geography (1 of: CGO4M, CGR4M, CGU4M, or CGW4U), Data Management (MDM4U), or Physics (SPH4U). Other secondary or post-secondary courses that are equivalent to these requirements are accepted. College transfer students entering via a transfer pathway are not required to satisfy these specific prerequisite requirements.Program Specific Requirements for New Brunswick High School Students:English Language Arts 121 or 122. 3 from: Biology 121 or 122, Canadian Geography 120, Calculus 120, Chemistry 121 or 122, Computer Science 120, Foundations of Math 120, Physics 121 or 122, or Pre-Calculus A120 or B120Program Specific Requirements for Newfoundland/Labrador High School Students:English 3201, 3 from: Academic Math 3201, Advanced Math 3200, Biology 3201, Calculus 3208, Chemistry 3202, Physics 3204, or World Geography 3202Program Specific Requirements for Nova Scotia High School Students:English 12 or English 12 African Heritage, 3 from: Biology 12, Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Global Geography 12, Mathematics 12, Pre-Calculus 12, or Physics 12.Other Admission Requirements & Important Information:
Only one Geography course may be used.
Program Specific Requirements for PEI High School Students:English 621A, 3 from: Biology 621A, Calculus 611B, Chemistry 621A, Computer Studies 621A, Foundations of Math 621A, Physics 621A, or Pre-Calculus 621BProgram Specific Requirements for Quebec (CEGEP) Students:2 English (603 or 604), 6 from: Biology I (NYA), Biology II, Calculus I (201-NYA or 201-103), Calculus II (201-NYB or 201-203), Chemistry (NYA, NYB, or NYC), Linear Algebra I (201-NYC, 201-105, or 201-106), or Physics (NYA, NYB, or NYC)Program Specific Requirements for Quebec (Private) Students:English (ENG4U), 3 from: Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Biology (SBI4U), Calculus & Vectors (MCV4U), Chemistry (SCH4U), Computer Science (ISC4U), Geography (1 of: CGO4M, CGR4M, CGU4M, or CGW4U), Data Management (MDM4U), or Physics (SPH4U). Equivalent courses to the Ontario prerequisite requirements will be considered.Program Specific Requirements for Saskatchewan High School Students:English Language Arts 30 A or English Language Arts 30 B, 3 from: Biology 30, Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, Computer Science 30, Geography 30, Physics 30, or Pre-Calculus 30
As a first year Forestry student you will share the same curriculum as the Environmental Management students. This is in order to gain a broad understanding of Natural Resource Management topics and issues before specializing after your second year. Required first year courses include:
Natural Resources Management 0190 – Writing Across the Curriculum
Natural Resources Management 1094 - Field School
Natural Resources Management 1010 – Canadian Forest Plant Species
Natural Resources Management 1110 – Natural Resources Inventory I
Natural Resources Management 1330 – Natural Resources Biometrics I
Natural Resources Management 1071 – Business Principles in Natural Resources Management
Biology 1110 – Animal Biology
Biology 1130 – Plant Biology
Chemistry 1050 – Foundations of Chemistry I OR Chemistry 1110 – Introductory Chemistry
Economics 2014 – Basic Economics–Theory
Geography 1170 – The Environment with Laboratory
Geology 1131 – Crust of the Earth with Laboratory
Additionally, you will be required to complete the non-academic First Aid Certificate to prepare you for fieldwork courses in your upper years of study.
Co-op Placement
During your undergrad you will have the opportunity to participate in our co-operative education program to gain rewarding experiences in the industry and acquire practical skills that go beyond typical fieldwork and research opportunities.
Certification
Our Honours Bachelor of Forestry degree is nationally accredited by the Canadian Forestry Accreditation Board, meaning you will meet the academic requirements of membership for a number of professional forest associations across Canada. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to receive your Registered Professional Forester (RPF) designation and become a member of the Canadian Institute of Forestry.
Undergraduate Research
As Canada’s #1 Undergraduate Research University, we make research in your undergraduate years a reality.
Our faculty also regularly contributes to international projects related to sustainability and environmental literacy, further establishing Lakehead University as a leader in the field. For more information, visit our International Projects page.
Unique Learning Opportunities
Take your skills and passion across the world with the option to participate in at least one international field school excursions as well as internationally-focused courses. This experience will help you better comprehend global challenges and opportunities linked to the three pillars of sustainability- environment health, economic viability, and social well-being and acceptance.
More information about Payment Methods, and Payment Due Dates can be found here: Student Fees Information
All fees are displayed in Canadian Dollars ($CAD)
Environmental Management and Natural Resources Management (HBEM, HBScF)
Thunder Bay
Year | Tuition | Field Trip | Ancillary Fees | Total | 1st Installment | 2nd Installment | 1.0 FCE Tuition | 1.0 FCE Total | 0.5 FCE Tuition | 0.5 FCE Total |
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1 | $5,984.51 | $400.00 | $1,408.45 | $7,792.96 | $3,896.48 | $3,896.48 | $1,196.90 | $1,328.05 | $598.45 | $664.03 |
2 | $5,955.86 | $450.00 | $1,325.73 | $7,731.59 | $3,865.80 | $3,865.79 | $1,191.17 | $1,322.32 | $595.59 | $661.16 |
3 | $5,915.30 | $1,300.00 | $1,325.73 | $8,541.03 | $4,270.52 | $4,270.51 | $1,183.06 | $1,314.21 | $591.53 | $657.11 |
4 | $5,398.29 | $1,300.00 | $1,325.73 | $8,024.02 | $4,012.01 | $4,012.01 | $1,079.66 | $1,210.81 | $539.83 | $605.40 |
Year | Tuition | Field Trip | Ancillary Fees | Total | 1st Installment | 2nd Installment | 1.0 FCE Tuition | 1.0 FCE Total | 0.5 FCE Tuition | 0.5 FCE Total |
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1 | $6,283.74 | $400.00 | $1,408.45 | $8,092.19 | $4,046.10 | $4,046.09 | $1,256.75 | $1,387.90 | $628.37 | $693.95 |
2 | $5,955.86 | $450.00 | $1,325.73 | $7,731.59 | $3,865.80 | $3,865.79 | $1,191.17 | $1,322.32 | $595.59 | $661.16 |
3 | $5,915.30 | $1,300.00 | $1,325.73 | $8,541.03 | $4,270.52 | $4,270.51 | $1,183.06 | $1,314.21 | $591.53 | $657.11 |
4 | $5,398.29 | $1,300.00 | $1,325.73 | $8,024.02 | $4,012.01 | $4,012.01 | $1,079.66 | $1,210.81 | $539.83 | $605.40 |
Year | Tuition | Field Trip | Ancillary Fees | Total | 1st Installment | 2nd Installment | 1.0 FCE Tuition | 1.0 FCE Total | 0.5 FCE Tuition | 0.5 FCE Total |
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1 | $29,355.00 | $400.00 | $1,408.45 | $31,163.45 | $15,581.73 | $15,581.72 | $5,871.00 | $6,002.15 | $2,935.50 | $3,001.08 |
2 | $29,355.00 | $450.00 | $1,325.73 | $31,130.73 | $15,565.37 | $15,565.36 | $5,871.00 | $6,002.15 | $2,935.50 | $3,001.08 |
3 | $28,957.27 | $1,300.00 | $1,325.73 | $31,583.00 | $15,791.50 | $15,791.50 | $5,791.45 | $5,922.60 | $2,895.73 | $2,961.30 |
4 | $28,957.27 | $1,300.00 | $1,325.73 | $31,583.00 | $15,791.50 | $15,791.50 | $5,791.45 | $5,922.60 | $2,895.73 | $2,961.30 |
2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount |
Lakehead University Services Fees | ||
Athletic Building Fee (Wolf Den) | SABWF | 99.00 |
Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHF | 139.43 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMF | 25.00 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAF | 95.14 |
Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders Building | SCISF | 30.00 |
Lakehead Services Subtotal: | 388.57 | |
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | ||
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDF | 59.00 |
LUSU Medical/Dental | SMEDF * | 418.00 |
LUSU Bus Pass | SLBUS ** | 252.00 |
LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSF | 156.00 |
Aboriginal Programming Fee | SLRAB | 2.00 |
AFCASA African Caribbean Student Association Fee | SLRAF | 0.50 |
Nanabijou Fee | SLRNA | 5.00 |
Social Action Fee | SLRSA | 2.00 |
Sustainability | SLRSU | 5.50 |
WUSC - World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SLRWU | 7.00 |
Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) Fee | SLCFS | 20.16 |
LU Radio Fee | SRADF | 10.00 |
LUSU Fees Subtotal: | 937.16 | |
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay) | 1325.73 |
* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259
Co-op, Part-Time, Senior, and Graduate students are not covered, but may purchase the Plan.
** The LUSU Bus Pass Fee (SLBUS): All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year - Undergraduate Full-Time Students (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount |
Orientation & First Year Experience Fee | SORIE | 82.72 |
Total Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay): | 1325.73 | |
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Students - Undergraduate Full-Time (Thunder Bay): | 1408.45 |
2024-25 Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students - Per Course (Thunder Bay) | Code | Amount (1.0FCE) | Amount (0.5FCE) |
Lakehead University Services Fees | |||
Athletic Building Fee (Wolf Den) | SABWF | 19.80 | 9.90 |
Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHF | 27.89 | 13.94 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMF | 5.00 | 2.50 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAF | 19.03 | 9.51 |
Capital Improvements C.J. Sanders Building | SCISF | 6.00 | 3.00 |
Lakehead University Services Subtotal: | 77.72 | 38.85 | |
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | |||
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDF | 11.80 | 5.90 |
LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSF | 31.20 | 15.60 |
Aboriginal Programming Fee | SLRAB | 0.40 | 0.20 |
AFCASA African Caribbean Student Association Fee | SLRAF | 0.10 | 0.05 |
Nanabijou Fee | SLRNA | 1.00 | 0.50 |
Social Action Fee | SLRSA | 0.40 | 0.20 |
Sustainability Fee | SLRSU | 1.10 | 0.55 |
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Student) Fee | SLRWU | 1.40 | 0.70 |
CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) Fee | SLCFS | 4.03 | 2.02 |
LU Radio Fee | SRADF | 2.00 | 1.00 |
LUSU fees Subtotal: | 53.43 | 26.72 | |
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees (Thunder Bay): | 131.15 | 65.57 | |
2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees For Part-Time Undergraduate First Year Students: | Amount (1.0FCE) | Amount (0.5FCE) | |
Orientation and First Year Experience Fee (Flat Fee - not per course) | SORIE | 82.72 | 82.72 |
Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees (Thunder Bay): | 131.15 | 65.57 | |
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate First Year/First Course (Thunder Bay): | 213.87 | 148.28 |
2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Orillia) | Code | Amount |
Lakehead University Services Fees | ||
Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHO | 111.56 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMO | 25.00 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAO | 95.14 |
Lakehead Services Subtotal | 231.70 | |
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | ||
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDO | 59.00 |
LUSU U-Pass Fee | SLBUO | 152.25 |
LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance * | SMEDO | 418.00 |
LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSO | 156.00 |
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SWUSO | 7.00 |
CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) Fee | SCFSO | 20.16 |
LUSU Fees (Orillia) Subtotal | 812.41 | |
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees - Undergraduate Full-Time (Orillia) | 1044.11 |
* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDF) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259
Co-op, Part-Time, Seniors, and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.
** The LUSU Bus Pass Fee (SLBUO): All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
First Year Students
2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Full-Time Students (Orillia) | Code | Amount |
Orientation & First Year Experience Fee | SORIO | 82.72 |
LUSU and LU Services Fees Total | 1044.11 | |
Total | 1126.83 |
2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Students (Orillia) | Code | Amount Per Course (1.0FCE) | Amount Per Half Course (0.5FCE) |
Lakehead University Services Fees | |||
Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHO | 22.31 | 11.16 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMO | 5.00 | 2.50 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAO | 19.03 | 9.51 |
Lakehead Services Fees Subtotal: | 46.34 | 23.17 | |
Lakehead University Student Union Fees | |||
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDO | 11.80 | 5.90 |
LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSO | 31.20 | 15.60 |
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SWUSO | 1.40 | 0.70 |
CFS (Canadian Federation of Students) Fee | SCFSO | 4.03 | 2.02 |
LUSU Fees Subtotal: | 48.43 | 24.22 | |
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fee (Orillia): | 94.77 | 47.39 | |
First Year Part-Time Orillia Students: | |||
Orientation & First Year Experience Fee (Flat fee - Not per course) | SORIO | 82.72 | 82.72 |
Part-Time Per Course Ancillary Fee (Orillia) | 94.77 | 47.39 | |
TOTAL Part-Time Per Course/First Course, First Year (Orillia) | 177.49 | 130.11 |
2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs except Engineering | Code | Amount |
Lakehead University Services Fees | ||
Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHG | 107.89 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMG | 25.00 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAG | 95.14 |
Lakehead Services Subtotal: | 231.70 | |
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | ||
LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance * | SMEDG | 418.00 |
LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSG | 156.00 |
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDG | 59.00 |
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SWUSG | 7.00 |
CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) Fee | SCFSG | 20.16 |
LUSU Fees Subtotal: | 660.16 | |
Georgian/Barrie U-Pass Fee ** | SLBUB | 199.04 |
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Full-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs except Engineering: | 1090.90 |
* The LUSU Medical/Dental Insurance (SMEDG) policy is effective September 1, for the 12 months ending August 31. All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee. Should a student have comparable coverage and choose to opt-out they may do so by going to the LUSU Website at www.lusu.ca and clicking on opt-out to proceed. No exceptions or extensions. Opting out does not remove the fee from your student account. For additional information regarding LUSU services including Medical and Dental please go to www.lusu.ca or contact LUSU directly by phone (807) 343-8259
Co-op students, Part-Time Students, Seniors, and Graduate students are not covered but may purchase the Plan.
** The Georgian/Barrie Bus Pass Fee (SLBUB): All full-time undergraduate students who have registered in 3.75 or more FCEs by the last day to register in September are automatically assessed this mandatory fee.
2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for First Year Full-Time Lakehead-Georgian (Barrie) - Non-Engineering | Code | Amount |
Orientation & First Year Experience Fee | SORIB | 82.72 |
LUSU and LU Services and Bus Pass Subtotal | 1090.90 | |
Total | 1173.62 |
2024-25 Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) All Programs | Code | Amount Per Course (1.0 FCE) | Amount Per Half Course (0.5 FCE) |
Lakehead University Services Fees | |||
Student Recreation and Wellness | SATHG | 22.31 | 11.16 |
Computer Enhancement (Technology) Fee | SCOMG | 5.00 | 2.50 |
Health Services Support Fee | SHEAG | 19.03 | 9.51 |
Lakehead Services Subtotal: | 46.34 | 23.17 | |
Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) Fees | |||
LUSU Activity Fee | SLUSG | 31.20 | 15.60 |
LUSU Capital Fund | SBLDG | 11.80 | 5.90 |
WUSC World University Service of Canada (Sponsor Refugee Students) | SWUSG | 1.40 | 0.70 |
CFS (Canadian Federation of Student) Fee | SCFSG | 4.03 | 2.02 |
LUSU Fees Subtotal: | 48.43 | 24.22 | |
TOTAL Compulsory Ancillary Fees for Part-Time (Per Course) Undergraduate Lakehead-Georgian Students (Barrie) - all programs: | 94.77 | 47.39 |