Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

What do I do in environmental sciences?

• Learn techniques used in analysis of air, water and soil samples
• Make environmental impact and risk assessments
• Perform environmental monitoring & analysis studies
• Use environmental modeling software
• Monitor environmental effects on wildlife and fisheries
• Analyze and formulate new protective regulations

For more information on the curriculum, please visit the university catalog.

Where in the UAE can I work?

Government sector (research & enforce regulations)

• Municipalities
• Arab Sea Institute
• Dubai Ports Authority
• Breeding Centre for Endangered Arabian Wildlife
• The Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research
• Environmental Research and Wildlife Development Agency (ERWDA)
• Natural resource/utility sector (oil, agriculture, hydro, etc.)
• Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC)
• Emarat Petroleum
• PETROFAC
• METITO

Manufacturers (chemicals, plastics, paints, pesticides, etc.)

• Emirates Industrial Gases
• Emirates Chemicals
• Dow Chemical
• Dubal

Service sector (consulting, waste management, emission control, etc.)

• Emaar Industries & Investments
• SEACOR Environmental Services
• Fender & Spill Response Services
• FAIRDEAL Marine Services

About the Degree Program

The environmental sciences major at the American University of Sharjah will give students an understanding of these issues, the skills needed to function as an environmental science professional, and the necessary undergraduate education to pursue a graduate program in environmental science.

Environmental sciences majors may choose one of the following options:

• a concentration in environmental biology and ecosystems
• a concentration in environmental chemistry and analysis
• a double concentration in the above areas

For more information on the curriculum, please visit the university catalog.

The department also offers minors in environmental sciences, environmental policy and biology.