Program Overview
The Environmental Science program delves into the interactions between humans and Earth's natural systems, providing a comprehensive understanding of the biosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and atmosphere. Students gain a broad perspective on environmental change and develop skills in ecology, remote sensing, GIS, and environmental toxicology. The program prepares graduates for careers in environmental impact analysis, ecology, water quality, GIS, natural resource management, and environmental protection.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The environmental sciences focus on understanding the Earth’s natural systems and how we, as humans, interact with them. Environmental scientists study the impact of these interactions on the biosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and atmosphere using an interdisciplinary and integrative approach. They provide us with the information we need to address some of the most pressing issues facing humanity today — such as climate change and the loss of biodiversity.
Outline:
The major in environmental science will provide you with an appropriate background in the natural and physical sciences that is needed to understand how natural and man-made systems function. It will provide you with a broad perspective that is required to appreciate the role of humanity in global environmental change. As an environmental science major, you will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities, including those present in the Alberta Water and Environmental Sciences Building. These facilities house the infrastructure used in groundbreaking research by our award-winning faculty — ensuring that you are exposed to cutting-edge, multidisciplinary environmental research throughout your degree.
Careers:
Possible careers:
- Environmental Impact Analyst
- Ecologist
- Air & Water Quality Specialist
- GIS Specialist/Technician
- Hydrologist
- Natural Resource Specialist
- Environmental Protection Officer
- Graduate Research
- Interpretive Naturalist
- Renewable Resource Manager
- Environmental Auditor
- Environmental Education Coordinator
- Cartographer
- Fisheries Biologist
- Conservation Biologist
