Minor in Ecological and Environmental Biology

The minor serves to provide students with latest knowledge in environmental and ecological sciences and how to deal with current environmental problems.

Admission Requirements

• Min grade requirement: None
• Pre-requisite: None
• Targeted students: All students except those with a major in Biology.

Program Objectives

• Develop appreciation to the vast and vital areas in ecology.
• Familiarize students with the interaction of physical and biological components of the environment and how each component influences the other.
• Explore the diversity of organisms globally and locally, and the adaptations of selected groups.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the importance of biodiversity for ecosystem functioning.
• Describe and assess the human impact on the environment.
• Describe ecological principles as a tool to solve environmental problems.

Degree Requirements

Required Credit Hours : minimum 18 hours

Required Courses