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Explore the wonder of science: As a Bachelor of Science (BSc) student at Victoria, you’ll absorb knowledge, observe phenomena, experiment with ideas, and maybe even be part of making new discoveries. With a strong practical focus, a BSc will take you far beyond the lecture theatre. Apply your curiosity to the many laboratories, field trips, and summer scholar opportunities offered within this degree.

Environmental Science

Environmental Science is about how humans connect with and change the natural environment. Gain an understanding of this relationship, drawing on a range of sciences including Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Maths and Physics. The state of the planet is one of the biggest issues facing humankind today. Learn to assess environmental problems and find solutions.

Course Structure

For this degree you'll need to:

Complete at least 360 points, of which:

• At least 270 points must be from courses listed for the BSc
• At least 210 points must be from 200 and 300-level courses, including:
• At least 150 points must be from courses listed for the BSc
• At least 75 points must be from 300-level courses listed for the BSc

Courses listed for other degrees may be counted as being BSc courses, including:

• A maximum of 30 points if taken to satisfy a BSc major
• A maximum of 60 points if taken to satisfy a second major from another first degree at this university
• A maximum of 60 points across both these categories
• Complete one course in MATH 100-399, PHYS 100-399, QUAN 100-399, STAT 100-399, ENGR 121-123 or Engineering Physics for Electronics and Computer Systems (ENGR 142)
• Complete one approved course that demonstrates competency in oral and written communications

In addition to the degree requirements, for this major you'll need to complete:

Must be studied with one partner major drawn from: Applied Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Ecology and Biodiversity, Geography, Geology, Geophysics, Marine Biology, Mathematics, Physical Geography, Physics, or Statistics

Four courses from BIOL, CHEM, ESCI, GEOG, MATH, PHYS, STAT 100-199, including:

• Statistics in Practice (STAT 193)
• One course in MATH
• Environment and Resources: New Zealand Perspectives (ENVI 214) and courses worth 40 points from BIOL, CHEM, ESCI, GEOG, MATH, PHYS or STAT 200-299 (in addition to those required by the partner major)

Courses worth at least 60 points at 300 level, including:

• Topics in Environmental Science (ENSC 301)
• Either Directed Individual Study (ENSC 302) or Directed Individual Study (ENSC 303)
• Further approved 300-level course(s)

At the end of your three-year BSc you can continue your learning with postgraduate studies. Give your career options a boost and choose from a range of postgraduate science programmes offered by Victoria University of Wellington.