B.Sc. in Environmental Science

The B.Sc. in Environmental Science is an accredited and the first program of its kind in Qatar. It is developed to address escalating issues and problems associated with the environment of Qatar, and the region, as well as imminent and consequential projected needs of stakeholders.

Objectives:

The major in Environmental Science strives to:

• Possess the fundamental knowledge of areas of environmental science
• Be proficient in the current techniques used in environmental research
• Carry out basic and applied research in environmental science.
• Develop high levels of communication skills
• Current with advances in environmental science
• To be prepared for professional practice and to work in ethical manner with professional teams and to show professional development in their career.

Learning Outcomes:

Graduates of the Environmental Science major will be able to:

• Define and explain basic principles and concepts in different environments and ecosystems.
• Explain the underlying causes for environmental degradation and conservations
• Conduct experiments using modern lab techniques and analyze, evaluate and interpret data.
• Employ scientific approaches in interdisciplinary research in a safe and ethical manner, and to be aware of risk assessment, health and safety regulations as well as environmental laws.
• Explain the human dimensions in their profession, including diverse social, cultural, economic, and international aspects.
• Apply skilled delivery using verbal, written and electronic communication to convey environmental issues.
• Explain contemporary and emerging environmental issues and to recognize the need for lifelong learning.
• Use techniques, skills and modern environmental tools in integration with applying professional, and ethical practices with multidisciplinary team in professional practice.

Graduates of the Environmental Science program are able to address the imminent and consequential projected needs of stakeholders in Qatar as well as the global market. Graduates are presented with job opportunities in government agencies, non-governmental organization, industry and private sectors.
The Environmental Science program allows its graduates to be able to be employed in a wide range of fields that include but are not limited to: Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Protection (Conservation Management), Environmental Control, Environmental Risk Management Urban and Environmental Planning, Marine EnvironmentalScience, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Technology, Marine Biology, Water Resource(s) (Management),
Environmental Analysis and Monitoring and Research in either Biotechnology or Marine Sciences.

Employment Options

• Ministry of Environment
• Environmental Studies Center
• Industry (Qatar Petroleum, Ras Gas, Shell, and others)
• Ministry of Municipal and Urban planning
• Kahrama
• Research Labs
• Qatar University
• Qatar Foundation
• Supreme Council of Health
• Teaching at both school and college/university levels

Applicants must satisfy QU defined College and Program requirements including the minimum high school percentage requirement.
In addition, applicants must hold a General Secondary Education Certificate or its equivalent for students of the scientific discipline.
Detailed Undergraduate admission requirements are available at the following link: http://www.qu.edu.qa/students/admission/undergraduates.php

Concentration in Biotechnology (15 CH)

Students must complete a minimum of 15 CH in concentration requirements.

• BIOL 310 Molecular Cell Biology
• BIOL 433 Monitoring and Toxicology
• BIOL 443 Biotechnology and Bioremediation
• BIOL 451 Cell and Tissue Culture
• BIOL 452 Molecular Analytical Techniques

Concentration in Marine Science (14 CH)

Students must complete a minimum of 14 CH in concentration requirements.

• MARS 222 Chemical Oceanography
• MARS 325 Marine Pollution
• MARS 327 Plankton and Productivity
• MARS 455 Marine Ecology
• MARS 458 Fisheries and Aquaculture