Overview

Students selecting this major take a rigorous series of lower-division courses in chemistry, physics, biology, earth system science, and mathematics as a foundation for advanced courses in environmental science. In addition, students take upper-division courses in biology and chemistry, providing breadth of perspective for examining environmental issues. Upper-division coursework in communication and environmental ethics provides additional understanding, skills, and perspective for approaching environmental issues. The Environmental Science major at Hawai'i Pacific University also have opportunities to choose from a range of field-based practicum, internship, and career experiences with environmental science companies or institutions.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of the factual base, processes, and relationships that constitute a working foundation in the environmental sciences.
Demonstrate an understanding of the social, economic, political, and legal framework in which environmental issues are enmeshed.
Critically analyze and formulate possible solutions to complex environmental issues that include consideration of social, economic, and political as well as scientific issues.
Access, comprehend, and communicate information to and from the many audiences required by a practitioner in field of environmental science.
Develop a working knowledge of techniques used to gather and analyze information in environmental studies, including project design, sampling, measurement, geographic image interpretation, hazardous materials concerns, statistical and graphical analysis, and other computational skills.
Demonstrate an understanding of divergent ethical views of environmental issues, distinguish them from scientific or legal viewpoints, formulate their own environmental ethic, and articulate it to the others.
Be well-prepared for graduate studies in a related discipline or for entry-level positions in the discipline.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Biology
General Chemistry
Natural Disasters
Environmental Science
Statistics
Calculus

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Honolulu, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

A $45 non-refundable application fee is required.
Transcripts must be submitted both in the native language and in an official English language translation.
Proof of English Language Proficiency
Copy of Your Passport's Biographical Photo Page
Statement of Financial Sponsorship
Bank Statement of Government Sponsorship Letter

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

35784 USD / year

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Out-of-State

35784 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

35784 USD / year

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Living costs

Honolulu

United States

1640 - 2500 USD / month

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