Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Integrated Environmental Management
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Programme Information
Environmental management is of growing importance in the daily operation of private and public sectors. Throughout the past few decades, new environmental tools and knowledge have emerged to enable policymakers and decision-makers to deal with environmental challenges presented in their planning and operation, including environmental management system, environmental risk assessment, environmental impact assessment, and pollution control technology, etc. At the same time, the establishment of environmental regulation in different jurisdictions makes it necessary for different sectors to comply with different legal and regulatory requirements. The multidisciplinary BSc(IEM) programme is catered for students who have a strong interest and dedication in environmental management and sustainability. BSc(IEM) has been accredited by the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Environmental Professional Limited (HKIQEP) under the HKIQEP Accreditation Scheme for Environmental Degree Programmes - Undergraduate Level.
Programme Features
In-depth Integrated Understanding
Tackle global sustainability challenges with a comprehensive understanding of scientific, regulatory, and ethical perspectives.
Experiential Learning
Engage in internships, local and non-local trips, and community projects to apply your knowledge in real-world settings.
Evidence-based & Communication-driven
Craft effective, evidence-based strategies for environmental sustainability, while mastering the art of impactful communication.
Increased Employability
The accreditation by the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Professional Limited (HKIQEP) signifies the programme meets the highest standards of environmental education and training standards and is recognized by government departments and the business community. Graduates will gain a competitive edge, opening doors to a variety of career opportunities in the environmental sector, requiring only 5 years of environment-related work experience compared to 8 years for graduates from non-accredited programmes.
Programme Structure / Curriculum
| Domain | Year 1 Admissions | Senior Year Admissions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Points (cps) | |||
| Major Core | Coursework | 36 | 21 |
| Major Elective | 3 | 3 | |
| Cross-Faculty Core Course | 3 | 3 | |
| Living and Working in Our Country | 3 | / | |
| Major Interdisciplinary Course | 3 | 3 | |
| Contemporary Environmental Issues (Overseas Field Trip) | 3 | / | |
| Internship | 3 | 3 | |
| Second Major* / Minor(s) / Electives | 30 | 15 | |
| General Education | 22 | 6 | |
| Language Enhancement | 9 | 0 | |
| Final Year Project (Honours Project / Capstone Project) | 6 | 6 | |
| Total: | 121 | 60 | |
*Not applicable to Senior Year Admission
Entrance Requirements
Year 1 Admissions
HKDSE students should have:
Level 3 or above in English Language and Chinese Language; and Level 2 or above in Mathematics (Compulsory Part); and “Attained” in Citizenship and Social Development; and
Level 2 or above in two elective subjects of which one is from the following subjects: Biology / Chemistry / Physics / Geography. The programme will also consider applicants with recognised qualifications other than HKDSE.
Please visit www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/nonjupas for details.
Senior Year Admissions
The programme reserves a number of Senior Year (i.e., Year 3) places for quality students holding Associate Degree/Higher Diploma (or equivalent) qualifications. Admitted students are only required to take 60 credit points and can complete the programme in two years. Applicants shall be considered on the basis of their academic achievements and interview performance.
Entrance Requirements (Non-local)
Mainland JEE Applicants 内地高考生
教大欢迎内地应届高考生申请来港入读本科专业。教大实行自主招生，不影响学生填报内地高校志愿。学生报读教大的同时，亦可填报其他内地重点高校，两者并无冲突。若学生未获教大录取，会返回内地统招系统，因此仍有机会在本科第一批本科录取时获其他重点大学考虑。
申请人必须为内地31个省市/直辖市/自治区的应届高考生 (包括复读生)。各省市并没有固定的名额分配，教大会综合考虑申请人的高考成绩及面试表现(如适用)，择优录取。
申请人必须在应届全国普通高等学校统一招生考试中的成绩达到以下要求：
总分(不含加分)达到所属省市的一本线以上或特殊类型招生控制分数线；及高考英语分数达120分或以上(满分为150分)。
更多详情： www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/mainlandjee
General International Qualifications
| International Examination | Entrance Requirements |
|---|---|
| GCE AL / IAL |
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| IB Diploma |
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| SAT Reasoning Test |
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More details: www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/nonlocal
Scholarship / Fellowship
The University offers a wide range of entrance scholarships to attract aspiring, high-quality students with outstanding academic and non-academic achievements to join our undergraduate programmes and to encourage and support them to develop their talents to their full potential. Set up by funding from the University and donations from various organisations and civic-minded individuals, these scholarships are granted on the basis of academic merit, personal qualities and contribution to the community, amongst other factors. For more informatio: https://www.apply.eduhk.hk/ug/scholarships
Course Outlines
Major Course List
| Course Code | Course Title | Remark |
|---|---|---|
| Major Core Year 1 Admissions: 12 courses-36 cps; Senior Year Admissions: 7 courses-21 cps | *Courses required for Year 1 Admission only | |
| *SSC2315 | Society and Nature | |
| *SCB2003 | Ecology | |
| *SES2049 | Environmental Science and Management | |
| *SES1050 | Statistics for Environmental Analysis | |
| *SES2051 | Pollution Control and Waste Management | |
| SES4052 | Environmental Impact Assessment | |
| SES3053 | Environmental Modelling | |
| SES3067 | Practical Skills in Environmental Science | |
| SSC3317 | Environmental Politics and Policy | |
| SSC3318 | Environmental Economics | |
| SES4054 | Environmental and Public Health Risk Assessments | |
| SES4055 | Food Security, Safety and Management | |
| Major Elective Course (3 cps) (Choose 1 out of 4 courses) | ||
| GGP3023 | Conservation and Management of Natural Resources | |
| SES3056 | Innovative Technologies for Environmental Management | |
| INS3069 | Environmental Education and Communication | |
| SES3056 | Environmental Ethics | |
| Overseas Field Trip (3 cps) | ||
| *INS3068 | ||
| Living and Working in Our Country (3 cps) | ||
| *GGP2033 | ||
| Major Interdisciplinary Course (3 cps) | ||
| INS4065 | ||
| Cross-Faculty Core Course (CFCC) (3 cps, 1 cp for each Component) | ||
| CFA1001 | Component I: Basic Law and National Security Education | |
| CFB3020 | Component II: Visits in Greater Bay Area | |
| Component III: Various Themes developed by Faculties Students can choose from a pool of courses offered by the departments under the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. | Students can choose from a pool of courses offered by the departments under the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. | |
| Internship (3 cps) | ||
| INS4070 | Internship | |
| Final Year Project (6 cps) | ||
| INS4071 | Honours Project I: Research Methods and Proposal | Students can opt for an Honours Project or a Capstone Project. |
| INS4072 | Honours Project II: Research Report | |
| INS4073 | Capstone Project I: Research Methods and Proposal | |
| INS4074 | Capstone Project II: Project Output | |
#For the list of Minor, please refer to: https://www.eduhk.hk/flass_prog/view.php?secid=56208
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Health Service
Located on the first floor of the Administration Building, the Health Centre provides medical and dental services for all students. It also organises health education programmes in the form of seminars, talks, games and exhibitions on a regular basis.
Student Accommodation
Hall Life Education is an integral part of the University’s non-formal education. We strive to make student halls a holistic living-learning environment which contributes to a positive campus life experience of our student residents; this aspect is fundamental to the self-actualisation of potentials and the formation of values that guide their future development as intellectually active, socially caring, and globally aware professionals.
For details, please visit https://www.eduhk.hk/sao/en/info/student_halls.
Internship
The Internship aims to provide real-life platforms for students to integrate and apply their knowledge and skills on integrated environmental management acquired in other courses of the programme. Through the Internship, students will be able to solve real-life environmental problems, and engage in reflection and analysis on their Internship experience. The Internship also offers students the opportunity to consolidate and utilize their acquired knowledge in environmental management to address related fields with their acquired knowledge. In terms of career development, the Internship provides students with a vision and inspirations on an environmental-oriented career, and better prepare them for future development in the field.
Career Prospect
Graduates can find employment across a wide range of fields, including Environmental Consultancy, Non-government Environmental Organisations, Public & Private Sectors in Environmental Management, Environmental Testing, etc.
Field Trips
A compulsory 3-cp Major course, the “Contemporary Environmental Issues”.
A series of seminars to allow students to understand selected environmental issues, along with field trips in the Greater Bay Area / Overseas.
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Disclaimer:
Any aspect of the courses and course offerings (including, without limitation, the contents of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University if necessary. Without limiting the generality of the University’s discretion to revise the courses and course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors including staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by change of circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.