Major: Environmental Science
School: Science and the Environment	Campus: Grenfell Campus
Degree(s) available: BSc, BSc Honours	Minor(s): Environmental Science, Environmental Science Biology, Environmental Science Chemistry
Time requirement: The minimum of 120 credit hours (typically 40 courses) over a minimum of 4 years on a full- or part-time basis.
Admissions:  To be accepted to this program at Grenfell, you must meet the general admission requirements for Memorial University and declare your major.
Prospective students: Email gcstudy@mun.ca to learn more.
See University Calendar for detailed information	Program Chair: Dr. Dmitry Sveshnikov

The environmental science program at Grenfell Campus focuses on applying natural sciences to better understand the environment.

The natural world with its complexity and beauty offers many opportunities to learn. The environment also provides energy, nourishment, employment and recreation – to use it wisely, we need to understand it.

Grenfell’s environmental science program is a four-year interdisciplinary degree with general or honours options. Program courses explore a science-based focus on the environment that extends from chemical reactions to ecosystem functions in response to human modification of the world around us. 

Why study environmental science at Grenfell?

It’s personal

Our small class sizes mean that you get to know your instructors well, and they get to know you. 

It’s hands-on

Small classes also mean that you have lots of chances to apply what you’re learning in practical labs. 

It offers real-world experience

There are more opportunities at a small campus like Grenfell to participate in faculty research projects. 

It's local

Our location on the west coast of Newfoundland offers unique opportunities and real life experiences in various natural habitats, including:

• Wetlands
• Boreal forests
• The ocean
• River systems
• Sub-arctic tundra

Career opportunities

A BSc in Environmental Science opens many doors, leading directly to the workforce or to further study.