Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science Major
Environment
A course by
Lincoln University
Gain a comprehensive understanding of environmental science, including the science and sustainability of land, water, and ecosystems, and learn to apply practical skills for protecting and restoring natural environments.
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Core skills this course teaches
Sustainable use of soil and water resources
Evaluate and apply scientific principles underlying sustainable use of water and soil resources for food production and economic growth.
Understand biotic and abiotic systems
Examine the systems and processes relevant to the natural and managed landscape, both terrestrial and aquatic.
About This Course
This Bachelor of Science major in Environmental Science provides a firm grounding in all sciences relevant to the natural environment. Students learn about impacts of land use, natural processes in soil and water, and the requirements for protecting and restoring environments for future generations. The programme combines mandatory courses with electives, providing knowledge and practical experience in key environmental topics such as climate change, biodiversity, water resources, and sustainable land management. Courses can be tailored to individual interests, including options for double majors in areas like Water Management or Conservation and Ecology.
Course Content
- Introduction to Earth and Ecological Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Chemistry IA
- Environmental Physics
- Soil Science I & II
- Ecology I: New Zealand Ecology and Conservation
- Environmental Analytical Methods
- Water on Land: Quality and Quantity
- Biometrics
- Physical Landscapes: formation and function
- Climate Change and Land Use
- Environmental Pollution
- Advanced Field Research
- Field Ecology Methods
- Environmental Analysis with Geographic Information Systems
- Water Resource Management
- Environmental Planning
- Catchment Management
- Freshwater Resources
- Te Tiriti o Waitangi (The Treaty of Waitangi)
- Plant Science I
- Soil Management
- Advanced Soil Management & Science
- GIS and Applications in Natural Resource Analysis
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Land and water resource scientistIrrigation specialistClimate change mitigation specialistGroundwater and critical zone monitorDegraded land restoration specialistWetland managerEnvironmental advocateEnvironmental policy maker (government, councils)Environmental consulting organisationsIrrigation companies
