Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences

The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences is a program designed to help students integrate biophysical sciences with real-world problem-solving. This program will immerse students in the studies of ecology, biology, zoology, oceanography, atmospheric science, soil science, geology, and chemistry.

Why Choose a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences?

This program promotes practical problem-solving and communications skills with real-world learning opportunities such as co-op, research, and international exchange programs. Students will gain critical management and decision-making skills combined with the scientific knowledge to solve environmental problems and evaluate environmental policies.

Majors

• Earth Observation and Geographic Information Science
  • This major focuses on the application of geographic information science and earth observation techniques to understand and manage the environment.
• Ecology
  • This major delves into the study of the relationships between organisms and their environment, providing insights into the complex interactions within ecosystems.
• Environment and Resource Management
  • This major prepares students to manage natural resources and the environment in a sustainable manner, considering both the ecological and social aspects.
• Environmental Economics and Policy
  • This major combines economic principles with environmental policy, enabling students to analyze and develop strategies for environmental management and sustainability.
• Environmental Sciences
  • This major provides a broad understanding of environmental issues, covering biological, chemical, and physical sciences to address complex environmental problems.

Benefits of Having a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences

Flexible Learning

• Undeclared first year allows students to find their area of interest.
• Students will declare a major at the end of the first year.

Gain Real Work Experience

• Final-year students work on an 8-month consulting project with industry partners.

Learn From the Best

• Learn from professors with world-renowned reputations and rich histories in agricultural science.

Hands-on Learning in Field Courses

• This includes arctic and field ecology, field entomology, and many more.

Access Unique Facilities

• Access the Guelph Arboretum, which consists of 400 acres of gardens, trails, native plants, and wildlife.

National Recognition

• Study at one of Canada's top 15 universities (ARWU, 2021).

Careers in Environmental Sciences

With a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences, career paths could involve computer work to model environmental impact, lab work to test samples, or field work for further research. This means graduates could be doing desk work, field work, or both, and could be working in a local community or traveling around the world regularly.

Careers Our Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences Graduates Successfully Pursue

• Air Quality Analyst
• Alternative Energy Developer
• Conservation Biologist
• Consulting and Assessment
• Environmental Assessment Analyst
• Environmental Policy Advisor
• Hydrologist
• Parks and Conservation
• Policymaking and Municipal Affairs
• Remediation Specialist
• Researcher
• Soil Conservation

Employers

• Alberta Parks
• Environment and Climate Change Canada
• Fisheries and Oceans Canada
• McKenzie Lake Lawyers
• Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs
• Stantec

Admission Requirements

Explore admission requirements for Canadian, international, transfer, and mature students.

Scholarships & Bursaries

The University of Guelph offers a wide range of financial aid programs to assist with funding education.

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences at the University of Guelph is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of environmental issues and the skills to address them. With a focus on practical problem-solving, communications, and real-world learning opportunities, graduates are well-prepared for careers in environmental sciences and related fields.