B.Sc. in Environmental Science

The BSc. in Environmental Science is an accredited degree, and the first program of its kind in Qatar. It is developed to address escalating issues, and the environmental challenges that Qatar, and the region faces. In addition to meeting the current, and projected needs of stakeholders.

Objectives:

The major in Environmental Science strives to:

• Possess the fundamental knowledge of areas of environmental science
• Be proficient in the current techniques used in environmental research
• Carry out basic and applied research in environmental science.
• Develop high levels of communication
• Remain current with advances in environmental science
• Prepare students for professional practice, and to work in an ethical manner within their teams, and to develop within their career paths  .

Learning Outcomes:

Graduates of the Environmental Science major will be able to:

• Define and explain basic principles and concepts in different environments and ecosystems.
• Explain the underlying causes for environmental degradation and conservations
• Conduct experiments using modern lab techniques and analyze, evaluate and interpret data.
• Employ scientific approaches in interdisciplinary research in a safe and ethical manner, and to be aware of risk assessment, health and safety environmental regulations as well as environmental laws.
• Explain the human dimensions in their profession, including diverse social, cultural, economic, and international aspects.
• Apply skilled delivery using verbal, written and electronic communication to convey environmental issues.
• Explain contemporary and emerging environmental issues and to recognize the need for lifelong learning.
•  skills and modern environmental skills, tools, in integration with applying professional, ethical practices in multidisciplinary teams  integration with applying professional,  with multidisciplinary team in professional practice.

Graduates of the Environmental Science program are able to address the current demands, and projected stakeholder needs  in Qatar, as well as the global market. Graduates are presented with job opportunities in Government agencies, Non-Governmental Organization, Industry and the private sector.
The Environmental Science program allows its graduates to become employed in a wide range of fields, including but not limited to: Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Protection, Conservation Management, Environmental Control, Environmental Risk Management, Urban and Environmental Planning, Marine Environmental Science, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Technology, Marine Biology, Water Resource(s) Management,
Environmental Analysis and Monitoring, In addition to research in either Biotechnology or Marine Sciences.

Employment Options

• The Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME)
• The Ministry of Public Health (MOPH)
• Environmental Studies Center (ESC)
• Industry (Qatar Petroleum, Qatar Fertiliser Company (QAFCO), Qatar Aluminum (QATALUM )
• Kahramaa – Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation
• Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI)
• ExxonMobil Research Qatar (EMRQ)
• United Nations Environment Program (UNEP)
  
• United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
  
• Private sector research laboratories
• Qatar University
• Qatar Foundation
• Teaching at both school and college/university levels

Applicants must satisfy QU defined college and program requirements, including the minimum high school percentage requirement.
In addition, applicants must hold a General Secondary Education Certificate or its equivalent for students in the scientific discipline.

Concentration in Biotechnology (15 CH)

Students must complete a minimum of 15 CH in concentration requirements.

• BIOL 310 Molecular Cell Biology
• BIOL 433 Monitoring and Toxicology
• BIOL 443 Biotechnology and Bioremediation
• BIOL 451 Cell and Tissue Culture
• BIOL 452 Molecular Analytical Techniques

Concentration in Marine Science (14 CH)

Students must complete a minimum of 14 CH in concentration requirements.

• MARS 222 Chemical Oceanography
• MARS 325 Marine Pollution
• MARS 327 Plankton and Productivity
• MARS 455 Marine Ecology
• MARS 458 Fisheries and Aquaculture