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Integrated Environmental Management (BSc)

Manage and protect the environment through integrated approaches.

Program Type
Bachelor
Faculty
Unit
Location
Program Start
September and January
Program Options
Honours
Major

Why choose this program?

If you’re looking to make a difference in the health of our planet through environmental protection and sustainable practices then Integrated Environmental Management is the program for you. Develop the confidence to tackle some of the greatest environmental issues facing our world.

Admission requirements

Minimum admission requirements

To be considered for admission to this program, you must meet minimum academic criteria:

  1. Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
  2. Achievement of the minimum average for your program of choice.
  3. Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).

Admission to many HÂþ»­ programs is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

Program-specific admission requirements

  • Minimum overall average: 75%
  • Academic English 12
  • Pre-calculus Math 12*
  • Three additional academic subjectsÌý

*If you do not have the appropriate pre-calculus math class, but are otherwise qualified, you may be admitted with the stipulation that you take the relevant non-credit introductory studies class in first year prior to registering in the degree level class

Financial information

A university education is a significant financial investment. Every student is unique, and so are their financial circumstances. We offer competitive tuition, a robust scholarship and bursary program, and resources and support to help you explore financial options and develop a plan that works for you.Ìý

Program options

Students get to learn by doing and are hands-on throughout their degree. Managed wetlands, energy-creating algae colonies, image analysis, and our Bio-Environmental Engineering Centre, one of Canada’s leading adaptive research and development facilities, are some of the unique resources available to our students. Each year of this program builds on foundations and knowledge gained through classroom learning and applied, experiential learning.

The following Integrated Environmental Management program option is offered by HÂþ»­ University’s Faculty of Agriculture. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options.  

  • Bachelor of Agriculture (for degrees only)

What you will learn

Studying Integrated Environmental Management at HÂþ»­ means you will learn about real-world problems and how to solve them. First-year students begin by building a foundation in the core sciences of agriculture, biology, chemistry, and calculus. In upper years, you will study technologies associated with biological and environmental systems as they apply to fiber fuel and food. Plus, you will apply your knowledge to solve industry-related problems.

Sample courses may include:

  • Agricultural Ecosystems

  • Biology I

  • General Chemistry I

  • Technology for Precision Agriculture

  • Practices & Mechanics of Materials,

  • Physics for the Life Sciences

  • Energy Production & Utilization

  • ElectrotechnologyÌý

  • Energy Production & Utilization

  • Energy Conversion & Assessment,

  • Watershed Management and Environmental Restoration

  • Wastewater Management

Studying Integrated Environmental Management at HÂþ»­'s Agricultural Campus in Truro, N.S. will offer you training in green science and technology.

Careers

Graduates of the Integrated Environmental Management major gain a strong scientific background and enhance their analytical and critical thinking skills, allowing them to practically and creatively address key issues facing the world today.

Future Studies

Demand is growing for resource management professionals beyond the bachelor’s level. Graduates of the IEM program have pursued master’s or doctoral degrees to gain further experience in consulting, research and teaching in the environmental, agricultural and biological resource industries.

Some programs you may choose to pursue include:

• Master of Science (MSc) in Agriculture Research, Environmental Sciences or Earth Sciences

• Master of Applied Science (MASc)

• Master of Environmental Studies (MES)

• Master of Resource and Environmental Management (MERM)