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Environmental Design
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4 years
Duration (years)
4 years, including foundation study
Environmental Design · official programme informationCo-op details
Work experience
Optional paid Environmental Design Co-op/I for ED3/4 students, normally four-month summer placements.
University · exact programme work-study requirements
Deadlines
October 2026
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Next deadline
2 deadlines
Application: Winter 2027: Environment, Earth and Resources; Arts; Science
2026 entry
Application: Winter 2027: University 1 (international applicants)
2026 entry
Requirements
Admission requirements
High-school prerequisites
EVDS 1600EVDS 1600: Introduction to Environmental Design (minimum C+)
EVDS 1602EVDS 1602: Visual Literacy (minimum C+)- EVDS 1680EVDS 1680: Environmental Technology (minimum C+)
University Written English course (minimum C)
University Mathematics course (minimum C)
- 30 university credits by the end of April examinations, with minimum adjusted GPA 2.50.
- 15 open elective credits with minimum C; required courses are level 1000 or higher.
Application steps
Step 1Check the admission requirements
- Check the published entry route for your applicant category.
Step 2Apply through U of M admissions
Step 3Official academic transcripts requested for your application
- Check the faculty's applicant requirement PDF and application portal. Declare all recognized postsecondary institutions attended, including exchange or letter-of-permission studies, and arrange official records directly from their issuers. Manitoba's own transcripts need not be resubmitted. Applicant uploads are unofficial.
Step 4Certified English translation for international non-English records
- Provide a translation from the institution or a certified English translator, with a copy of the original document. A certified translator must place the translation and original-language photocopy in envelopes signed across the seals.
Step 5Application fee: $100 domestic or $130 international
- The published application fee is $100 CAD for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and refugees, or $130 CAD for international applicants.
Step 6Complete the 30-credit qualifying year.
- Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
Step 7Submit the regular BEnvD application and official academic records.
- Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
Step 8Provide external course syllabuses or special-category supplements if applicable.
- Complete this item using the university’s applicant instructions.
Applicant pathways
Qualifying year
Regular BEnvD applicants; not the separate Architecture Master Preparation option
- 30 university credits by the end of April examinations, with minimum adjusted GPA 2.50.
- 15 open elective credits with minimum C; required courses are level 1000 or higher.
- EVDS 1600: Introduction to Environmental Design (minimum C+)
- EVDS 1602: Visual Literacy (minimum C+)
- EVDS 1680: Environmental Technology (minimum C+)
- University Written English course (minimum C)
- University Mathematics course (minimum C)
- EVDS 1660 and 1670 are required for progression/graduation but may be completed before or after admission.
- External courses must be assessed as direct equivalents; submit course syllabuses if requested.
- Completed-degree applicants or students admitted before September 1997 have the published Written English/Math exemption; elective credits still bring the qualifying year to 30.
Special-category supplements
Canadian Indigenous or Individual Consideration applicants
- Meet the same minimum academic eligibility and declare the category in the application.
- Autobiographical sketch, creative portfolio and three confidential evaluations. Work Experience applicants also provide a CV.
- Individual Consideration requires Canadian citizenship/permanent residence and the specified exceptional circumstances or at least three years of related full-time work.
Degree requirements
Credits and degree requirements
- Total Hours 129
- Total Hours 66
- Students must complete at least 2 of these courses.
Required courses and electives
- The University Written English (W) and Mathematics (M) course requirements and Open Electives must be at the 1000 level or higher.
- Please note: All students in 4th Year IE Option must complete 6 credit hours of Elective courses. EVIE 3000 and/or EVIE 3016 can be used towards this requirement, if offered.
Program facts
Entering averageNot published
The university does not publish a comparable percentage minimum or entering-average range for this program.
Current exact programme entry requirementsMajors & specializations
Architecture
BEnvD
Complete the upper-year Architecture option, including four architecture design studios.
Courses
Bachelor of Environmental Design requirements; the separate Architecture Master Preparation option is not substituted.
Year 1 Hours5 listed
Published academic-year or term allocation; alternatives remain choices.
- EVDS 1600Introduction to Environmental Design3 credits
An introduction to the philosophies, theories, practices, processes and methods that collectively compose the discipline of Environmental Design.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVDS 1602Visual Literacy3 credits
This course examines the contemporary visual and spatial environment, its critical historical influences and emerging cultural issues.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVDS 1660History of Culture, Ideas and Environment 13 credits
Historical survey of key works from the foundations of civilization to the Enlightenment, including interdisciplinary perspectives in art, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture and urban planning considered in the physical, socio-economic, political, artistic and cultural contexts.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVDS 1670History of Culture, Ideas and Environment 23 credits
A historical survey of western movements in art, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture and urban planning considered within the physical, socio-economic, political, artistic and cultural context.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVDS 1680Environmental Technology3 credits
An examination of the scientific principles embodied in the natural laws which govern the science and technology of building, landscape and environmental design in the context of sustainable development.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description
Year 29 listed
Published academic-year or term allocation; alternatives remain choices.
EVDS 2100Urban Media Lab3 creditsAn introduction to visual methods of representation and related media including drawing, photography and video.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description- EVDS 2200Ecology and Design3 credits
An examination of principles of Ecology and Design works in which these tenets are considered, engaged, and/or demonstrated.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description 
EVDS 2300Materials, Structures and Assemblies3 creditsThis course provides an introduction to applied statics, construction materials and construction system assemblies for landscape, building, and interior constructions.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description- EVDS 2400Visual Media 13 credits
An introduction to technical and free-hand drawing processes and techniques, and in various media - to develop, to express, and to communicate design intentions.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description 
EVDS 2500Design Studio 16 creditsIntroduction to the elements and principles of visual and spatial design, design process and techniques, requisite methods of representation and communication, and design intentions.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description- EVDS 2600Tectonic Precedent3 credits
An examination of seminal built works of environmental design, at a range of scales, from the 19th and 20th centuries, with an emphasis on examples that are representative of diverse positions of key issues in contemporary design practice.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVDS 2702Natural and Human Systems3 credits
An application of the scientific principles embodied in the natural laws which govern environmental design.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVDS 2800Visual Media 23 credits
This course bridges technical and freehand drawing introduced in Visual Media 1, with computer/digital media.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVDS 2900Design Studio 26 credits
An exploration of the fundamental relationships between space, form and order in the context of the built environment, from body to place.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description
Year 3 Hours7 listed
Published academic-year or term allocation; alternatives remain choices.
EVAR 3000Pre-Modern Architectural History and Theory I3 creditsProvides a historical and theoretical understanding of early Greek, Roman, Gothic and non-western architectural topics and their influence.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description- EVAR 3002Pre-Modern Architectural History and Theory II3 credits
Provides a historical and theoretical understanding of Gothic and Renaissance architectural topics and their influence, up to the work of Claude Perrault.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVAR 3004ARCH TECH 13 credits
Construction materials and structural theory in the analysis and design of simple wood-frame, masonry and light steel construction; fundamental passive energy systems and design strategies for material and energy reduction.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description 
EVAR 3006Architectural Technology 2-Building Construction, Structures & Envelopes3 creditsArchitectural, environmental and technical aspects of construction focusing on low-rise and medium sized wood, steel and masonry construction including issues of material production/manufacturing, soils, foundation, envelope systems, basic mechanical systems and their integration and acoustic concerns.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description- EVAR 3008Architecture Design Studio 19 credits
An architectural study of the human condition in relation to the natural and built environment through design oriented research exploration, analysis, evaluation and interpretation of a selected subject of inquiry.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVAR 3010Architecture Design Studio 29 credits
Building upon first term explorations, architectural propositions are developed that seek to clarify relations between human inhabitation and the physical environment in a regional context.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVAR 3014Drawing: Freehand/Digital3 credits
An introduction to drawing skills that allows students to become articulate in proposing and studying architecture through drawing.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description
Year 46 listed
Published academic-year or term allocation; alternatives remain choices.
- EVAR 4000Modern Architectural History and Theory I3 credits
Provides a historical and theoretical understanding of the origins of modernity in architecture.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVAR 4002Architectural Technology 3-Building Systems3 credits
Intergrated building systems focusing on multi-story steel and concrete construction including: passive and active heating, cooling, and ventilation methods, strategies and designs, electrical, water, communication, security, fire protection, and vertical transportation systems; and building code constraints.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVAR 4004Architecture Design Studio 39 credits
This studio focuses on the broader cultural implications of social interaction and the collective inhabitation of the built and natural environments.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVAR 4006Modern Architectural History and Theory II3 credits
Provides an historical and theoretical understanding of 20th century topics in architecture (western and non-western).
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVAR 4008Arch Tech 4: Comprehensive Design Technology Report3 credits
A technical knowledge project-based course integrating with Arch Studio 4.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVAR 4010Architecture Design Studio 49 credits
The previous terms investigations are further developed and synthesized into a comprehensively designed environment.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description
Year 3 Hours8 listed
Published academic-year or term allocation; alternatives remain choices.
- EVIE 3002Interior Design History and Theory 13 credits
Examination of concepts, theories and writings related to the development of Interior Design as a discipline, to Modernism.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 3004Materials, Assemblies and Detailing3 credits
Workshop and lecture course on materials, joinery and invention.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 3006Interior Design Media3 credits
This course develops a student's ability to use drawing as a reflective, problem-solving, designing and visual communication tool; techniques for representing volume, depth and scale, and interfaces with digital photography and media are a focus.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 3008Interior Design Studio 3.16 credits
This studio introduces students to the interior design process with small to mid-size projects that focus on residential and commercial environments in a variety of contexts.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 3010Interior Design Studio 3.26 credits
An in-depth investigation, by design, of the nature of interiors including the physical and perceptual, spatial elements and order, human involvement and experience.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 3012Interior Light and Colour3 credits
This course examines interior lighting and colour theories and concepts emphasizing human and ecological issues, exploration of spatial design strategies and practices.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 4006Design Methods and Processes3 credits
Development of knowledge and abilities to collect, analyze, synthesize, interpret, and apply information for the purpose of identifying and solving interior design problems.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 4008Digital Media (AutoCAD)3 credits
This course focuses on the creation of two-dimensional architectural working drawings in a set of construction documents through the use of advanced features in CAD.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description
Year 47 listed
Published academic-year or term allocation; alternatives remain choices.
- EVIE 3014Human Factors and Environmental Experience3 credits
Theoretical and practical issues related to human characteristics, needs, behaviours, and interactions with and within the built interior environment.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 4000Interior Design History and Theory 23 credits
Examinations of concepts, theories and writings related to the development of interior Design as a discipline and profession, from Modernism to the present day.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 4002Indoor Systems 13 credits
In-depth, whole building examination of various integrated active and passive environmental controls systems.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 4004Indoor Systems 23 credits
Broad exploration of a variety of contemporary and innovative building technologies and their integration with interior design.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 4010Interior Design Studio 4.16 credits
Projects that explore the interaction between urban context, programmatic requirements and design concepts; integration of building technology and three-dimensional spatial development; development of communication skills and methods.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 4012Interior Design Studio 4.26 credits
Design studio with the potential for collaboration, exploring regional and global influences, communication technology, history and temporality in the design of interior environments.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVIE 4014Advanced Interior Design Media3 credits
Focus on the concepts of building information modeling (BIM), parametric design, analysis, and construction documentation using current software.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description
Year 3 Hours7 listed
Published academic-year or term allocation; alternatives remain choices.
- EVLU 3000History of Designed Environments3 credits
A critical examination and appraisal of design for dwelling in the context of settlement with emphasis on representation of diverse positions on key issues in design practice.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 3002Site Planning3 credits
An investigation of the relationship between natural and cultural processes in the formation of the built environment, including a review of the methods and strategies employed for site programming, inventory, analysis, and development at different scales of intervention.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 3004Ecology and Design 23 credits
This course will focus on an examination of ecological and technological perspectives on the planning, design and making of the physical environment.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 3006Studio 3: Dwelling/ Precinct/ Everyday Life9 credits
A studio/lecture course that examines the notion of dwelling through spatial design with a concentration at the scale of the precinct in the private to semi-private realm focusing on the needs of the individual, on spatial qualities, materials, and site design detail.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description 
EVLU 3008Studio 4: Networks and Infrastructure9 creditsA critical exploration of analytical, conceptual, and developmental aspects of design of the public realm in an experimental studio setting.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description- EVLU 3010Landscape and Urbanism Theory3 credits
An examination through lectures, readings, seminars and essay assignments, of twentieth and twenty first century philosophical thinking, which has been influential in the theory and practice of landscape architecture, planning and urbanism.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 3012Site Morphology and Grading3 credits
An examination of the means and methods used to create landscapes that are shaped by earthwork grading.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description
Year 410 listed
Published academic-year or term allocation; alternatives remain choices.
EVLU 4000Philosophy, Ethics and Aesthetics3 creditsAn examination of philosophical issues and debates regarding ethics and aesthetics, and their influence and potential upon urban design and urban form in the past and present, and to speculate upon the future.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description- EVLU 4002Construction Materials
A comprehensive introduction to construction materials, methods and processes.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 4004Inquiry by Environmental Design: Researching Space-Place Transformation
An exploration of the design/research relationship, from a critical and creative thinking perspective will be the core of this course, viewing design and research as linked forms of inquiry into space-place transformation.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 4006Special Topics in Community Design
This course will involve a critical examination of specific topics such as: health and community design; inner city environments; and Canadian community planning and design, and its contexts.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 4008Plants, Ecosystems and Design
The examination of cultural and technical aspects of designing with plants will be explored in an urban context through field investigations, lectures, seminars and assignments.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 4010Community Design Process and Method: Advanced Placemaking3 credits
An introduction to the integration of perception, intention and placemaking associated with manifestations of community, especially communities of interest, and systems of 'communities of communities'.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 4012Studio 5: Possible Urbanism(s)9 credits
A radical exploration of analytical, conceptual, and socio-political aspects of urban public place in an experimental studio setting.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 4014Studio 6: Emergent Futures9 credits
This studio integrates planning and design from the scale of urban infrastructure through to design detail in the context of landscape and urbanism.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 4016History of Landscape and Urbanism3 credits
An historical survey of human made landscapes and urban settlement form, patterns, and types, including major themes and movements.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description - EVLU 4018Principles of Urban Design3 credits
This course will examine urban design principles, practices, and applications including political and social systems, and their impacts on the contemporary urban condition.
University of Manitoba2026–27 official course description
Elective choices
- The University Written English (W) and Mathematics (M) course requirements and Open Electives must be at the 1000 level or higher.
- Please note: All students in 4th Year IE Option must complete 6 credit hours of Elective courses. EVIE 3000 and/or EVIE 3016 can be used towards this requirement, if offered.
- The common first-year BEnvD plan includes nine Open Elective credits in 30 credits. Its later named options have distinct requirements; the separate 30-credit entry-eligibility table is not the first-year study plan.
Study locations
- Published academic-unit location
- The Faculty of Architecture lists its contact office in the John A. Russell Building, room 201, at 84 Curry Place on Fort Garry campus. The published contact is for Environmental Design. Individual teaching and studio rooms are separate.Manitoba: named envd academic-unit location
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Careers
Career examples
Architecture technician- Draftsperson
- Landscape technician
- Set designer
- Project manager
- Design assistant
Published employers
5
- National Film Board of Canada
- National Arts Centre of Canada
- DAVID's Tea
Banfield Marketing and Communications Agency- Urbis International
Published employersPublished career information
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Environmental Design offers a pre-professional architecture option. CACB accreditation applies to Manitoba’s professional Master of Architecture.
Scope and qualifications
University of Manitoba Fort Garry campus. The architecture focus is one option within Environmental Design.
Costs
Architecture
Published cost estimate
2026–27 · One credit hour · CAD
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Tuition$179.87Books and suppliesNot researched
ResidenceNot estimated
Meal planNot estimatedEstimated subtotalNot available
Course-category rates · A degree can mix categories
Housing and meals are outside this estimate.
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