These interdisciplinary programs are administered by the U of T Mississauga Geography Department, which advises students and coordinates participating departments, faculty and programs. The curriculum stresses the integrative nature of the study of the environment. Students will develop the environmental problem-solving skills required for some of the most dynamic areas of today's job market. Environment faculty members encourage students to become involved in basic enquiry and critical thinking, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and the application of concepts to real-life problems.