Concordia University College of Alberta
Degree Requirements - 2009-2010 Academic Year
Four-Year Bachelor of Science:
Environmental Science Major
Environmental Science is an exciting and relatively new field which explores environmental principles and the interaction of humans and the environment. Concordia University College of Alberta is a leader in education in this non-traditional discipline; faculty members in our program are noted for their contributions to the private and public sector.
As a student in our Environmental Science program you will investigate the effect of human activities on the environment and ways by which we all can become environmentally responsible citizens. Our program takes a multi-disciplinary approach, demanding a strong background in the natural sciences and a working knowledge of social sciences, economics, and political science. You will study toxicology, risk assessment, environmental management, related health topics, and the ethics involved in environmental issues. The strength of our program lies in the balance between theory and practical learning.
Some courses in this program: Behavioral Ecology; Environmental Research Methods; Ecosystem Health; Aquatic Plant Ecology; Environmental Physiology; Environmental Toxicology; Environmental Management.
An Environmental Science major provides the appropriate background that can lead to these career options: Researcher, Impact Assessment Biologist, Environmental Health Officer, Environmental Engineer, Ecologist, Environmental Manager, Teacher, Consultant.
Faculty Members in the Environmental Science Department, Dr. Xin Chen, Dr. Sheri Dalton, Dr. Chris Earle, Dr. Harriet Harris, and Dr. Deborah Hemmerling are good resources for more information about the Environmental Science degree program. If you are interested in the Environmental Health (After Degree) program, consult the Director of Environmental Health, Dr. Karen McDonald.
Core Requirements
Core Requirements
English/Writing: 9 Credits
- ENG 100 or 110; and senior-level English or Writing
Religious Studies: 6 Credits Minimum
- REL 101 or 150; and at least 3 additional credits in Religious Studies
See also Religious Studies Residency Requirement, section 4.2.3 of the Concordia Calendar
Social Science: 6 Credits
- Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology
Natural Science with Lab: 6 Credits
- Biology, Biology/Environmental Science, Chemistry, Earth Science, Environmental Science, or Physics courses which contain a three-hour lab component
Computing Science: 6 Credits
- Computing Science or Information Technology
Mathematics: 6 Credits
- Mathematics
Major Requirements
Environmental Science
51-60 credits required to include:
a) BES 107 and 108
b) ENSC 204, BES 208 and BES 228
c) BIO 265 and 339
d) BES 308, ENSC 328 and ENSC 333
e) ENSC 318 or 319
f) ENSC 475, 485, 493 and 495
g) 6 credits of unspecified 300- or 400-level Environmental Science courses
h) 0-9 credits of unspecified Environmental Science or Biology/Environmental Science courses
In addition to the above courses students must complete:
i) CH 101, 102, 211 and 261
Sample Program
Below is a sample sequence of courses for your degree. Keep in mind that this is only an example; you may find that a different sequence works best for you.
| Fall Semester | Winter Semester | |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | BES 107 CH 101 ENG 100 or 110 MAT* REL 101 or 150 |
BES 108 CH 102 ENG 100 or 110 MAT 103* Minor |
| Year 2 | ENSC 204 BES 228 BIO 207 CH 261 CMPT or IT |
BES 208 BIO 265 CMPT or IT Minor Senior REL |
| Summer | ENSC 318 or 319: Field Course• | |
| Year 3 | BIO 339 ENSC 308 Senior REL Social Science |
300- or 400-level ENSC ENSC 475 ENSC 485 Minor Social Science |
| Year 4 | CH 211 ENSC 333 ENSC 493 ENG or WRI Minor |
ENSC 328 300- or 400-level ENSC ENSC 495 Minor Minor |
•ENSC 318 and 319 consist of fieldwork during the summer and oral presentations during the first two weeks of the following fall semester. Credit is assigned at the end of the fall semester.
* Indicates prerequisite planning for BES 228.
