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About Environmental Science & Sustainable Development
The Associate Degree in Environmental Science and Sustainable Development treats learners to a deeper look at the environment, and the factors influencing its change.
Students examine humanity's role in environmental change, highlighting the actions which must be taken to ensure ecological sustainability, social well-being, and equitable economic growth. Additionally, learners are instilled with a solid comprehension of the management and conservation of natural resources.
Ultimately, graduates of this programme are equipped to approach today's environmental issues scientifically, proposing innovative and creative solutions backed by research and analysis.
Learning Outcomes
- Students build knowledge and expertise in the field of Environmental Science, utilizing ethical and sustainable practices.
- Learners develop a high level of critical thinking, teamwork, and professionalism from experiential learning.
- Students are poised to become resilient leaders within the Environmental Science field, leveraging their training and expertise to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to relevant challenges.
Course Breakdown
Environmental Science & Sustainable Development takes 2 years to complete and rewards students with an Associate Degree.
Year One
Semester One
General Education Courses
- Critical Reading and Writing (4 Credits)
- Algebra Essentials (4 Credits)
- A Survey of Saint Lucian History and Heritage (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
- Ecological Principles (4 Credits)
- A Level 1 course in a second science field. (4 Credits)
Semester Two
General Education Courses
- Speech, Self and Society (3 Credits)
- Modern Language (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
- Human Populations and Sustainable Development (4 Credits)
- A second Level 1 Course in the second science field chosen in Semester 1. (4 Credits)
- Elective 1 (4 Credits)
Year Two
Semester Three
General Education Courses
- Ethics and Professional Development (3 Credits)
- General Education Course: Social Sciences / Introduction to Physical Geography (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
- Pollution and Waste Management (4 Credits)
- A Level 2 course in the second science field chosen in Year 1. (4 Credits)
- Elective II (3 Credits)
Semester Four
General Education Courses
- General Education Course: Humanities (3 Credits)
Programme Courses
- A second Level 2 course in the second science field chosen in Year 1. (4 Credits)
- Energy and Sustainable Development (4 Credits)
- Practicum (2 Credits)
- Sustainable Cities (3 Credits)
Entry Requirements
You can visit our Admissions Page to read our general entry requirements.
- College entry requirements, as well as minimum of CSEC Grade III, or equivalent, in Biology and another science subject, or, minimum CSEC Grade III in Agricultural Science (double award) as well as minimum Grade III in one other science subject.
Fees & Tuition
Visit our Tuition page to download the fees of different programmes.
Tip: Scroll inside the table for more information.
| Fee | Year One | Year Two | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester One | Semester Two | Semester One | Semester Two | |
| Tuition for Saint Lucian & OECS Students | $ 1,055 | $ 1,110 | $ 1,080 | $ 1,080 |
| Tuition for CARICOM Students | $ 1,503 | $ 1,558 | $ 1,528 | $ 1,528 |
| Tuition for International Students | $ 3,201 | $ 3,256 | $ 3,226 | $ 3,226 |
| Audit | - | $ 30 | ||
| Registration | $ 30 | $ 30 | $ 30 | $ 30 |
| Students’ Council | $ 12 | - | $ 12 | - |
| Digital Technology | $ 110 | $ 110 | $ 110 | $ 110 |
| Insurance | $ 18 | - | $ 18 | - |
| ID Card | $ 25 | - | ||
| Total Fees | Year One | Year Two | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester One | Semester Two | Semester Three | Semester Four | |
| Saint Lucian Nationals & OECS Students | $ 1,250 | $ 1,250 | $ 1,250 | $ 1,250 |
| CARICOM Students | $ 1,698 | $ 1,698 | $ 1,698 | $ 1,698 |
| International Students | $ 3,396 | $ 3,396 | $ 3,396 | $ 3,396 |
