Dr. Peter Mulvihill

Professor

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Biography

Peter R. Mulvihill is a Professor at York University specializing in Environmental Planning and Management. He holds a PhD in Environmental Planning from Université de Montréal and has extensive academic credentials including a Master's in Regional Planning and Resource Development from the University of Waterloo and an Honours Bachelor's degree in Environment and Resource Studies from the same institution. His research primarily focuses on environmental impact assessment practices, particularly regarding cumulative impacts of mega-developments in Canada’s North. He examines emerging practices in environmental management, the connections between ecological footprints and environmental assessments, as well as the interplay between disaster and environmental management. His publications include significant articles in reputed journals, addressing topics such as environmental disasters and the complexities of environmental governance. Mulvihill collaborates on projects including the Ecological Footprint Initiative within the Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change at York University. His teaching contributions include courses on Environmental Disasters, Environmental Assessment, and the Impact Assessment Process.

Research Interests

Courses

Environmental Disasters Environmental Assessment Impact Assessment Process Practice Nature Culture: Environmental Thought

Requirements for York University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor degree in a related discipline
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Specialization Notes

Department of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies graduate programs generally follow the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) B+ minimum requirement.