Environmental Science

Degree:

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Level:

  • Undergraduate

Program Options:

  • Major

Start term:

Fall and Winter

Duration:

3 or 4 years

Why Study Environmental Science at Bishop’s?

Within this program, you will learn about human-environment interactions in a location with lots of physical diversity and opportunities for hands-on learning. You will learn to understand how and why the environment is changing through a variety of courses that explore both social and physical aspects of the environment, though an emphasis is placed on the physical environment through the addition of the hard sciences.

Program Details & Department Information

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Next Steps

Admission Requirements

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Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Support

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After your Degree

This program prepares you for a wide range of careers, including:

  • Arborist
  • Aquaculturist
  • Botanist
  • Conservation Officer
  • Development Officer
  • Eco-tourism Operator
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Environmental Educator/Communicator
  • Environmental Engineer
  • Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
  • Environmental Planner
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Field Technician
  • Forest Resource Officer
  • Hazardous Waste Manager
  • Horticulturist
  • Hydrologist
  • Industrial Ecologist
  • Natural Resource Specialist
  • Nature Conservation Officer
  • Research Analyst
  • Soil Conservationist
  • Treatment Plant Operator
  • Water Resources Technician
  • Waste Management Officer
  • Wildlife Conservationist
  • Water Quality Inspector

Did you know?

A degree in Environmental Science will provide you with a solid foundation in science and allow you to embark in a broad range of careers.

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