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Environmental science explores the relationships between environmental constraints and sustainable development. An emphasis is placed on the challenges faced in Canada, including the impact of climate change, agriculture, forestry, and oil and gas exploration on the environment.

You can begin this program off-campus

What you will learn

Environmental science looks at ongoing and emerging environmental issues such as:

• biological remediation agents,
• disposal of toxic chemicals,
• ground water contamination,
• overgrazing,
• ozone depletion,
• pesticides,
• preservation of wetlands and other natural habitats,
• production of greenhouse gases and
• the production of genetically engineered plants, animals and microorganisms.

Careers

A growing demand for scientists and professionals equipped to deal with agricultural and environmental issues means a wide variety of career choices for graduates specializing in environmental science or soil science.

• environmental consultants
• land reclamation specialists
• surveyors
• forestors
• agricultural producers
• land appraisers
• hazardous and non-hazardous waste specialists
• ecologists, technicians
• chemical, fertilizer sales
• agronomists

Opportunities abound in the private and public sectors, in Canada and abroad. Many graduates also find fulfilling careers in international development work.

Graduates of our programs will not only leave with excellent industry-endorsed scientific training, but also with a foundation of marketable career skills.

As well, the College's strong ties with industry and reputation for producing well-rounded, quality graduates means that many businesses turn here first when recruiting employees.