Environmental Science
An interdisciplinary program incorporating chemistry, biology, economics and statistics, Environmental Science at Dalhousie responds to the most critical issues faced by society today. Environmental Science students understand the environment’s direct relationship with energy, economics, technology, agriculture, legislation, population growth and urban development.
In co-op, Environmental Science students apply the research and principles of multiple disciplines to advance conservation efforts, create public awareness, develop social responsibility practices for businesses and assess critical ecosystems.
Student skills
- Data management
- Environmental research, analysis and interpretation
and interpretation - Statistical theory and practice
- Basics in Math, Chemistry, Biology, Earth Science, and Economics
- Environmental field techniques used in aquatic and terrestrial systems
- Renewable energy
- Able to describe work in written and oral forms to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Able to work collaboratively in teams made of diverse professionals
- Approaches to environmental problem solving
- Introductory Environmental Law
- Geographic Information Sciences (GIS)
- Environmental Impact Assessment
Industries
- Government environment offices
- Eco-tourism
- Conservation
- Institutional research
- Public water services
- Education
Past roles
- Land stewardship assistant
- Conservation officer assistant
- Research assistant
- Field technician
- Restoration field technician
- Data analyst
- Youth science instructor
- Science tutor
- Commentator
Past employers
- Fisheries and Oceans Canada
- Deep River Science Academy
- SuperNOVA Science Workshops
- Murphy’s Nature & Whale Watching
- Bluenose Coastal Action Foundation
- Environment Canada
- Fisheries and Oceans Canada
- Halifax Water Commission
- Nova Scotia Nature Trust
Work term schedule
| Fall | Winter | Summer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd year | Study | Study |
Work term 1 |
| 3rd year | Study | Study |
Work term 2 |
| 4th year | Study | Work term 3 | Final semester of study |
Environmental Science co-op student work term schedules may vary from the example displayed above.
Coursework
Average pay rates during co-op
| Hourly | $20.00 |
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Department
Faculty of Science: Environmental Science website.