About the course

LMU's Environmental Science major helps students understand how society?s intense use of resources and waste management practices have resulted in a variety of environmental concerns on the local and global scales. Only through sound, multidisciplinary science can we understand the causes and ramifications of environmental disturbances, and then determine ways to eliminate or reduce them.

　　The Environmental Science major provides students with a rigorous understanding of the basic sciences of biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, as well as the practical knowledge and skills associated with environmental research, monitoring, and effective communication of technical data. Internship programs in which students work with environmental professionals are a key component of the major.

　　The major prepares students to attend graduate programs and work as environmental scientists in the private sector and with government agencies and public interest groups.

　　Environmental Science majors enjoy an interdisciplinary program that involves coursework from various LMU departments. The undergraduate Environmental Science Program is part of the Department of Natural Science. (The Civil Engineering department offers a master of science in Environmental Science.)

　　Environmental Science majors gain theoretical and technical knowledge of the generation, transport, and fate of pollutants. Students look at how pollutants affect natural resources and human health, learn about resource management, and become expert at conveying technical information. Laboratory courses emphasize the collection of samples from various media and provide opportunities for students to use an array of equipment to characterize these samples. Many courses include field trips to the LMU-adjacent Ballona Wetlands and Santa Monica Bay to collect samples and study environmental conditions and resident biota. 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	Los Angeles
Fall (August), 2024	Los Angeles
Spring (January), 2025	Los Angeles
Fall (August), 2025	Los Angeles
Spring (January), 2026	Los Angeles

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Loyola Marymount University

High School or Secondary School Transcripts , English translation required, Proof of English Proficiency TOEFL 80 iBT (minimum),IELTS 6.5 overall bandwidth (minimum), 550 (paper-based TOEFL), 213 (computer-based TOEFL), Letter of Recommendation.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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

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