About the course

The Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Environmental Sciences is an interdisciplinary program offered cooperatively by the faculties of the Department of Anthropology, Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Conservation Biology, School of Earth and Climate Sciences, School of Food and Agriculture, School of Biology and Ecology, School of Economics, and School of Forest Resources. Students majoring in the program are advised by over thirty-five faculty from these units. The program is designed for students who wish to pursue a professional career in ecology and environmental sciences in one of many applications: management, administration, planning, education, research or graduate school. Students in the Environmental Earth and Climate Sciences concentration will study in depth environmental processes from an earth science perspective with a focus on the physical and chemical processes associated with freshwater systems. Knowledge gained through this concentration will be applicable to many socially relevant environmental challenges including: climate and land use change, water quality problems, and water supply issues. This concentration is intended to prepare students for careers in environmental consulting, regulatory or conservation work in both government and NGO sectors, or to prepare students for graduate study in related areas. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Orono
Fall (August), 2024	Orono
Spring (January), 2025	Orono
Fall (August), 2025	Orono
Spring (January), 2026	Orono

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Maine

Submit transcripts of all previous secondary/high school or university work

　　TOEFL iBT - 79, TOEFL PBT - 550, IELTS - 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　The next application deadline is 01 November 2023

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Maine. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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