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Faculty of Land and Food SystemsMaster of Land and Water Systems (MLWS)

Empowering environmental professionals to inspire global citizens.

The Master of Land and Water Systems (MLWS) is a 12-month professional program that provides graduates with science-based skills, training and knowledge in natural resources and environmental sciences and effective communication alternatives.

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Featured Student Projects

Explore Past Major Projects

Weaving Indigenous and Western Ways of Knowing in Land and Water Conservation: Synthesis & Recommendations Towards Effective, Mutually Respectful and Beneficial Collaborations

MLWS Major Project

Jeff Sha, MLWS 2021

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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/all-projects/weaving-indigenous-and-western-ways-of-knowing-in-land-and-water-conservation-synthesis-recommendations-towards-effective-mutually-respectful-and-beneficial-collaborations/

Remediation of Acid Rock Drainage: Current Prevention and Mitigation Methods

MLWS Major Project

Ana Carolina Reinesch Souza, MLWS 2021

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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/all-projects/remediation-of-acid-rock-drainage-current-prevention-and-mitigation-methods/

What Is Soil Health? The First Step Towards Sustainability

MLWS Major Project

Josephine Killoren, MLWS 2021

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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/student-projects/agricultural-land-and-water/what-is-soil-health-the-first-step-towards-sustainability/

Evaluating the Potential Reduction of Domestic Outdoor Water Demand Through Rainwater Harvesting in Vancouver

MLWS Major Project

Mario Belmonte, MLWS 2021

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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/student-projects/evaluating-the-potential-reduction-of-domestic-outdoor-water-demand-through-rainwater-harvesting-in-vancouver/

An Evaluation of Potential Policy Tools and Frameworks For Urban Tree Canopy Cover Management in North Vancouver

MLWS Major Project

Jacquie Kwok, MLWS 2020

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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/all-projects/evaluation-of-potential-policy-tools-and-frameworks-for-urban-tree-canopy-cover-management/

Green Infrastructure Innovations: Developing a Sustainable Community in Pemberton, B.C.

MLWS Major Project

Skylar Kylstra, MLWS 2020

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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/all-projects/green-infrastructure-innovations-developing-a-sustainable-community-pemberton-bc/

What Our Graduates Are Doing

Learn About Potential Career Paths

Amy Sigsworth

"The relationships that I developed [in MLWS], not only with fellow classmates but also with the professors and program staff, were instrumental in my educational success. I am so grateful for my group of life-long friends and fellow MLWS 2020 graduates."
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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/alumni/amy-sigsworth-2/

Skylar Kylstra

"I most enjoyed the opportunities to get out on field trips and talking to MLWS alumni and other professionals working in the field! It was great to have the opportunity to learn about the kinds of career paths one can go on with an MLWS degree."
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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/alumni/skylar-kylstra-alumni/

Naomi Roberts

"It was this interdisciplinary approach to studying food and environment that drew me to UBC. The Master of Land and Water Systems’ professional focus also appealed to me… as well as the opportunity to discover Canada’s west coast!"
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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/alumni/naomi-roberts/

Luc Anderson

"Working with a small class group [in MLWS] was enjoyable because it gave us plenty of time with each other and the faculty. Everyone came from a different background and brought a different perspective."
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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/front-page/luc-anderson/

Rachael Roussin

"For my [MLWS] Major Project, I was connected with a local and relevant expert in my field of study, which was very useful for the project and for future networking."
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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/alumni/rachael-roussin/

Jenny (Jie Ying) Huang

"The communication skills I learned during the course of study improved my capacity to communicate with different groups and audiences."
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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/alumni/jenny-huang/

Erika Nassichuk

"I use the skills I learned in the program daily. From how to lead an effective meeting, to discussing stormwater management issues, I use many of the skills I learned during my degree program."
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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/alumni/erika-nassichuk/

Ashley Rose

"I was drawn to the MLWS program because I could receive a professional degree in one year and explore my interests in watershed management. The major project component was extremely rewarding, as I learned about the interconnections between land use and water management."
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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/alumni/ashley-rose/

Featured Faculty and Staff

Meet Our Experienced Team

https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/faculty-staff/dr-les-lavkulich/

Dr. Les Lavkulich, P.Ag.

Program Director

MLWS Director; Professor Emeritus, Soil Science and Resource Management & Environmental Studies
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https://mlws.landfood.ubc.ca/faculty-staff/dr-les-lavkulich/