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B.Sc. Environmental Science or Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science is an Environmental Science undergraduate course. Environmental Science covers the study of

subjects like understanding of earth processes, evaluating alternative energy systems, pollution control and mitigation, natural resource management, effects of global climate

change, etc. The course covers the study of topics like Ecosystem Dynamics, Biodiversity Components, Natural Resources and Forest Management, Physico Chemical Environment, Environmental Techniques & Impact Assessment, Pollution Control, Industrial Hygiene, Radiation Protection, Hazardous Waste Management, Toxic Materials Control, Water Supply & Water Management, etc. The duration of this course is three years and the course is divided

into six semesters.

B.Sc. Environmental Science Eligibility

The basic eligibility criterion for pursuing a B.Sc. (Environmental Science) degree is qualifying 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Some reputed colleges and institutes demand a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 as qualifying criteria to secure admission in this degree course.

Some of the reputed colleges and institutes also conduct entrance examination to get admission to their B.Sc. (Environmental Science) degree course. Selection to the degree course in these colleges is based on marks secured in the final merit i.e. total marks aggregated in the final exams of 10+2 and the entrance exam.

Advantages or Benefits of Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

The basic objective of the course is to create professionals who can propose new innovative methods in building up and in maintaining a clean environment. Students who have completed the course study successfully can devise new methods in pollution control and waste management. Another benefit related to the coursed is in its higher education prospects and career opportunities. The candidate can build up a rewarding career in environmental science both in Indian firms as well in international ones.

Application Procedure of Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

The applications for the course can be made through the authorized portal of the college that offers the course. Those candidates who visit the official portal of the college can collect details regarding the course and the application process. Most of the institutions have got online method of application submission. From the pool of applications received, the candidates are shortlisted for final round interview.

B.Sc. Environmental Science Course Suitability

Candidates those who have research skills and the ability to solve problems, useful in both environmental and non-environmental-related jobs; competence in developing arguments from different points of view including scientific, ethical and philosophical perspectives are the good suit for this course.

Second, who have the ability to collect, analyze and communicate complex and often diverse technical data to others, developing both written and oral communication skills also are good match for it.

Those who want to become teacher and lecturer also are suitable for it.

Colleges offering Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

Al-Ameer Institute of Management and Technology
B.B.K. College
Barbhag College
Bharati Vidyapeeth University
C.M.R. Institute of Management Studies
Chandernagore Government College
Chaudhary Dilip Singh Girls College
Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Agricultural Viswavidyalaya
Cochin University of Science and Technology
Dayanand Brajendra Swarup College (D.B.S)
Dayanand College
Dr. Rammanohar Lohiya Mahavidyalaya
E.I.I.L.M. University
Fergusson College
G.M.R. Nagar Rajam
Gandhi Memorial National College (GMN College)
Gourmohan Sachin Mondal Mahavidyalaya
Government Degree College, Kanker, Chhattisgarh
Govind National College
Guru Nanak Khalsa College
Guskara Mahavidyalaya
Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University
Holy Cross College of Management & Technology
I.I.S. University
Jaiprakash University
Jyoti Nivas College
Kanchrapara College
Kelkar Education Trust’s Vinayak Ganesh Vaze College of Arts, Science & Commerce
Kisan Veer Mahavidyalaya
Kurukshetra University
Maharaja Bir Bikram College
Mount Carmel College
Mumtaz Post Graduate College
N.S.S. College
Nabadwip Vidyasagar College
Natubhai V.Patel College of Pure and Applied Science
Nehru P.G. College
Nilkanthrao Shinde Science and Arts College
Patna University
Rajasthan Vidyapeeth University
Sevadal Mahila Mahavidyalaya
Shri Shivaji Arts, Commerce & Science College
Shridhar University
Sri Meenakshi Government College for Women, Madurai
St. Aloysius College
St. Edmund’s College
Vivekananda College, Kolkata

Text Books on Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

Problems and Prospects of Environmental Pollution in India by Kshetri Munal Singh
Ecology and Environment by P. D. Sharma
Environmental Problems & Prospects in India by Mundanthra Balakrishnan
A text book of Environmental Studies by D.K.Asthana, Meera Asthana
Global Resources and International Conflict: Environmental Factors in Strategic Policy and Action by Arthur H Westing
Essential Environmental Studies by S.P.Misra,S.N.Pandey
The Composition of Culture by Kathleen Costello
Media and Culture by Campbell
Environmental Education – A Conceptual Analysis by P.Kelu
Microbial Diversity and Plant Disease Management by Krishna Pratap Singh, D K Shahi
Text Book of Environmental Studies by Erach Bharucha
Introduction to Environmental Studies Turk & Turk
Microbial Diversity and Bioprospecting by Alan T Bull
Fundamentals of Ecology by Eugene P. Odum
Ozone Depletion Potential by Lambert M Surhone, Mariam T Tennoe, Susan F Henssonow
Principles of Ecology by P. S. Verma,V. K. Agarwal
Ozone Depletion and Climate Change: Constructing a Global Response by Matthew J Hoffman
Environmental Biology by P. D. Sharma
Environmental Biology by M. P. Arora
Energy Flow by Lambert M Surhone, Miriam T Timpledon, Susan F Marseken
Energy- Flow Studies in a Wetland Ecosystem by G Inhofe, K Burian
Environmental Science by Enger Smith, Smith, W. M. C.Brown
Principles of Soil Science by Watt K. E. F
Ecological Succession by Frederic P Miller, Agnes F Vandome, John Mc Brewster
Directing Ecological Succession by James O Luken, J O Luken
Nondestructive Characterization of Composite Media by Ronald A Kline

Course Curriculum of Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

First Year

Concepts of Environment
Ecology
Lab Course - I
Lab Course – II
Environmental Chemistry
Population Ecology
Lab Course – III
Lab Course – IV

Second Year

Natural Resources
Environmental Microbiology
Lab Course - V
Lab Course – VI
Air Pollution
Solid Waste, Soil and Noise Pollution
Lab Course - VII
Lab Course –VIII

Third Year

Water Pollution
Environmental Geology and Meteorology Or Treatment Technology
Lab Course – IX
Lab Course –X
Environmental Issues
Toxicology Or Industrial Safety and Hazardous Waste
Lab Course – XI
Lab Course –XII

B.Sc. Environmental Science Job Types

Conservation Hydrologist
Assist. Director of Waste Management
Environment Journalist
Environment Photographer
Forest Carbon Specialist
Lecturer
Research Assistant
Research Fellow
Senior Catastrophe Risk Modeler
Senior Program Officer
Wildlife Film-Maker
Wildlife Photographer
B.Sc. Environmental Science Employment Areas
- Agriculture Industry
- Distilleries
- Fertilizer Plants
- Food Processing Industries
- Forest and Environment Department
- Mines
- NGOs
- Pollution Control Boards
- Refineries
- Textile Mills
- Universities
- Urban Planning Commissions
- Waste Treatment Industries
- Water Resources Management Companies

Other Certification Courses after B.Sc Environmental Science

There are various certification courses available in India for the graduates of B.Sc Environmental Science. Some of those certification courses are given below

Certificate course in Rural Development
Certificate course in Environmental Studies
Certificate course in Environment Awareness
Certificate course in Food and Nutrition
Certificate course in Disaster Management
Scope after B.Sc Environmental Science
There are wide opportunities available for graduates of B.Sc Environmental Science in various fields. Some of those fields are Research and Development, Environmental Journalism and Environmental Modeling. There are also various higher studies options available for these graduates.

How is B.Sc. Environmental Science Course Beneficial?

B.Sc. (Environmental Science) degree serves as a basis for further higher studies in this field such as M.Sc., Ph.D. and M.Phil. degree in Environmental Science, the successful completion of which makes one eligible for the post of a lecturer in any university/college as well as for an observer or a scientist.

B.Sc. (Environmental Science) degree graduates have the options of pursuing a career in various specializations of Environmental Science such as in Water and Watershed, Environmental Chemistry, Toxicology and Risk Assessment, Environmental Education, Environmental Policy and Conflict Management, Wildlife & Forestry, Disaster Preparedness & Executive Fire Leadership, Environmental Science & Engineering, Fire Science, Occupational Safety & Health/ Environmental Management, etc.

Urbanization brought up by industrialization has disturbed the natural balance of the environment. As a result there is increased realization about the protection and conservation of the environment. Thus Environmental Science graduates have multiple career options.

They can work with different government departments/ agencies and also with the Private sector firms working for environmental protection.

Scope for Higher Studies after B.Sc Environmental Science

Various Post graduation courses available for graduates in B.Sc Environmental Science are given below.
- Master of Science in Ecology and Environmental science
- Master of Science in Environment and Solid Waste Management
- Master of Science Environmental and Climate Change Management
- Master of Science in Environmental Biotechnology
- Master of Science in Environmental Chemistry
- Master of Science in Environmental Management
- Master of Science in Environmental Science and Technology
- Master of Science in Environment Science
- Master of Science in Global Warming Reduction
- Master of Science in Green Technology
- Master of Science in Habitat and Population Studies
- Master of Science in Mathematical Ecology and Environment Studies
- Master of Science in Mineral Exploration
- Master of Science in Pollution Control
- Master of Science in Sugar Technology
- Master of Philosophy in Environment and Sustainable Development
- Master of Philosophy in Environmental Biology
- Master of Philosophy in Environmental Sciences
- Master of Philosophy in Sugar Technology
- Master of Science in Disaster Mitigation
- Master of Science in Earth Science
- Doctor of Philosophy in Earth Science
- Doctor of Philosophy in Environment and Sustainable Development
- Doctor of Philosophy in Environment Studies
- Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Biology
- Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Science
- Doctor of Philosophy in Sugar Technology
- Master of Business Administration in Forestry and Environment Management
- Master of Business Administration in Global Peace and Security
- Master of Business Administration in Pollution Control Management
- Master of Business Administration in Safety Management
Candidates who have completed any of these post graduation course have high demand in the field of Environmental Science. Such candidates can pursue their career in Research field, Management field and Industrial field.