The Honours BSc Environmental Science at the University of Ottawa is designed for students eager to address pressing environmental challenges through an interdisciplinary approach. You will explore the intricate relationships between natural systems and human activities, gaining a comprehensive understanding of environmental science. This program is ideal for those who seek to integrate foundational knowledge from biology, earth systems, chemistry, and physics to develop solutions for complex environmental issues. You will be prepared to contribute meaningfully to a field critical for a sustainable future.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over four years, providing you with a robust curriculum that includes introductory courses in organismal biology, cell biology, chemistry, and earth systems. As you progress, you will delve into specialized areas such as ecology, environmental issues, and the practice of environmental science, with opportunities to focus on conservation and biodiversity, global change, or environmental geochemistry. In your final year, you will undertake a compulsory field course and a seminar, culminating in a research project or advanced coursework, equipping you with practical skills for careers in environmental consulting, research, and policy.