About the course

The Applied Environmental Science and Planning Technology program prepares students to meet growing needs for technologists capable of assisting in all areas of land use and environmental planning, environmental chemistry and hydrology, applied ecology and microbiology, and geographic information systems. Graduates of this program are trained in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data entry and spatial analysis using Arc GIS and other software. Graduates possess the practical field and laboratory skills and technical competencies not only to acquire, compile, analyze, evaluate and present environmental information, but also to integrate it effectively into formal planning and review processes. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

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

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Castlegar
Fall (September), 2025	Castlegar

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Selkirk College

Successful completion of these high-school or equivalent courses:

　　Foundations of Mathematics 11 with a minimum of 67% or higher

　　Biology 11 with a minimum of 67% or higher

　　English Studies 12 with a minimum of 67% or higher

　　NOTE: Applicants in Grade 12 at the time of application must show proof of registration or completion of the above courses.

　　Additional Requirements

　　Applicants that require upgrading may still gain provisional acceptance for program seats if they can show proof of registration (with time for likely completion) of prerequisite high school courses before Fall term start dates.

　　All applicants must be in good health and reasonably good physical condition. A demonstrated interest in, and aptitude for, outdoor work is essential as much of the work is done in the field, often under adverse and arduous weather and topographic conditions. A self-assessment fitness check list is available on request.

　　Computer competency is an important element of success in the program. Prior to starting the program, it is strongly recommended that students have entry level experience with word processor, spreadsheet, and web browsing software. Check out Selkirk College Community Education & Workplace Training computer courses.

　　Applicants, whose first language is not English, or who have received their primary education in a

　　language other than English, are required to provide proof of English language proficiency in one of the

　　following ways:

　　(a) completion of BC English 12 with a minimum final grade of C+ at an English curriculum secondary

　　school where English is the primary language

　　(b) completion of International Baccalaureate (IB) English Language A (Higher level) with a minimum

　　grade of 3 or C

　　(c) completion of the Advanced 4 and 5 (or equivalent) of the Selkirk College English Language

　　Program with a minimum of ”C+” (60%)average in core subjects and provincial level English 51,

　　with at least a C+grade

　　(d) submission of an Official TOEFL score of 213 (CBT), or TOEFL (IBT) score of 79‐80, or TOEFL (PBT)

　　score of 550, or better,

　　(e) submission of an IELTS score of at least 6.0 overall with no band score less than 5.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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