About the course

This dynamic program focuses on challenges in research and site-specific problem solving, offering collaboration with Gannon’s Dahlkemper School of Business. Gannon University is a regional leader in environmental quality, health and management, and is well-known as a center for environmental research, education and protection. The program in Environmental Science and Management is diverse and dynamic, focusing on challenges in both the outdoor and indoor environment. The Department of Environmental Science & Engineering draws upon established relationships with local industries and environmental agencies making Gannon University a regional leader in environmental quality, environmental health, and environmental management.

　　The role of the environmental manager has evolved rapidly since the enactment of sweeping environmental legislation of the early 1970s. The need for environmental professionals continues to this day. Proper environmental stewardship can lead to greater competitiveness and profitability and is required under numerous federal regulations. The need for individuals who understand business and management principles, and who also have a thorough understanding of environmental science and technology is in high demand. Graduates of the Environmental Science & Management program Environmental Management option should demonstrate an understanding of current concepts in the science and technology of pollution management and the remediation of contaminated sites, and of the role of pollution prevention and minimization in the manufacturing and service sectors, knowledge of the health effects of pollution, and the strategies employed to promote a safe and healthy workplace, an understanding of business and management issues and strategies and the ability to apply scientific methods to define problems, gather relevant information, and analyze research results. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Erie
Summer (May), 2024	Erie
Fall (August), 2024	Erie
Spring (January), 2025	Erie
Summer (May), 2025	Erie
Fall (August), 2025	Erie
Spring (January), 2026	Erie
Summer (May), 2026	Erie

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Gannon University

Students should have a Bachelor's degree in science or engineering from an accredited college or university, with courses in math (calculus preferred), biology (preferably including ecology and microbiology), chemistry, physics, and earth sciences. If an applicant's undergraduate science and math preparation are not adequate, appropriate undergraduate courses may be required in addition to the graduate program. If the applicant's undergraduate grade point average is less than 3.0 (4 point scale), the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required as part of the application package.

　　IELTS - 6.0 and TOEFL iBT - 79

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Gannon University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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