Bachelor of Science - Environmental and Conservation Sciences

One Year University Transfer Program:

Students can study one or two years at Red Deer College in the field of Environmental Sciences.

Students studying one year will follow a path tailored towards the University of Alberta Environmental and Conservation Sciences degree. 

Students studying two years will follow a path tailored towards Royal Roads University (RRU) in Victoria, British Columbia, working towards RRU's BSc Environmental Science or BSc Environmental Management.

For the most current university program and transfer information, see the Planning Guides or contact the School of Arts and Sciences.

Related Link: Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. Visit the Admissions page for detailed group descriptions.

1. Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

1. Biology 30
2. Chemistry 30
3. ELA 30-1
4. Mathematics 30-1
5. Subject from Group A, B, C or D

OR

2. Mature Student

You must be 19 years of age or older, out of high school for at least one full year before the program starts, and have a minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in:

1. Biology 30
2. Chemistry 30
3. ELA 30-1
4. Mathematics 30-1

Note: Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency in addition to the program admission requirements.

You must pass 20 term university transfer courses or a minimum of 60 credit hours, and achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 to receive a Diploma in University Transfer Studies.

A degree in Bachelor of Science is extremely versatile, allowing students the ability to pursue many careers in almost any field. BSc Graduates will have superior skills in such things as scientific reasoning, data analysis and interpretation, hands-on laboratory skills, and research acumen. BSc graduates will be integral to advancing scientific knowledge, evolving many existing careers, and identifying new areas of work that currently do not exist. 

Students are able to use a BSc Degree to pursue further studies in areas such as Medicine, Veterinary Studies, Dentistry, and Pharmacy, in addition to Masters and Doctoral designations in their field of Science.

Examples of careers include, but are not limited to:

• Careers in Environmental and Conservation Science
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Environmental Impact Assessor
  • Land Reclamation Specialist
  • Land Use Planner
  • Soil Scientist
• Careers in Government & Public Service 
  • Administration & Management
  • Armed Forces
  • Community Planner
  • Conservation Officer
  • Chiropractor
  • Dentist
  • Dental Hygienist
  • Counselling
  • Law Enforcement and Corrections
  • Medical Doctor
  • Pharmacist
  • Urban Planning
  • Veterinary Doctor
• Private Sector & Entrepreneurial 
  • Advertising
  • Consulting
  • Data Analysis
  • Laboratory Researcher
  • Industrial Relations
  • International Relations
  • Project Management
  • Research

Note: Some of these careers will require additional study beyond an undergraduate degree.