The University of British Columbia

ENVR 200 Introduction to Environmental Science

An introduction, in seminars and field trips, to the major global, regional, and local environmental issues facing human societies.

ENVR 300 Introduction to Research in Environmental Science

An introduction to environmental research. Students investigate research methodologies and reporting in a range of scientific disciplines and fields.

ENVR 400 Research Project in Environmental Science

Students complete an original research project in environmental science undertaken in interdisciplinary groups.

ENVR 410 Energy, Environment, and Society

The role of energy in human societies throughout history and the environmental and social implications of energy use. Coverage of both the science and policy of energy use. Energy supply and demand, energy transitions, analytical tools, impacts, and alternatives.

ENVR 420 Ecohydrology of Watersheds and Water Systems

Analysis of water resources from a water-in-ecosystem perspective. Application to natural, managed, and urban systems, considering ecological interactions with hydrological processes. Exploration of biogeochemical processes related to water quality, and human impacts on water resources.

ENVR 448 Directed Studies in Environmental Sciences

Investigation of a topic to be agreed upon by a member of the faculty and the student. Permission of an undergraduate adviser and of the supervising faculty member is required before registration.

ENVR 449 Environmental Science HonoursThesis

Students complete an original research project in environmental science undertaken in interdisciplinary groups.

ENVR 490 Student Directed Seminars in Environmental Sciences

Self-directed, collaborative studies in environmental sciences, in a group-learning environment, initiated and coordinated by senior undergraduate students with the supervision of a faculty advisor. Course structure, enrolment, and delivery methods will comply with the Handbook for Student Directed Seminars.