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BS(Hons) Environmental Science — Toxicology Emphasis

Western Washington University, United States
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Course Overview

The BS(Hons) Environmental Science — Toxicology Emphasis program at Western Washington University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles and methods used in environmental science, with an emphasis on toxicology. Students will learn about the effects of pollutants on the environment and human health, as well as the regulations and policies that govern environmental protection. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in government agencies, consulting firms, and non-profit organizations, where they can apply their knowledge and skills to address environmental challenges and promote sustainability.

Additional Information

The program offers a flexible curriculum that allows students to tailor their coursework to their interests and career goals. Students have the opportunity to conduct research with faculty members, participate in internships and field studies, and engage in community outreach and service projects. The program also offers a variety of courses on environmental policy, economics, and law, which provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the political and legal frameworks that govern environmental protection.

Discover the Beauty and Opportunity of Western Washington University

Western Washington University is an ideal location for studying environmental science, with its proximity to the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding natural beauty. The university has a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, and offers a variety of programs and resources to support students in their academic and professional pursuits. The faculty members are highly qualified and experienced in their fields, and are dedicated to providing students with a high-quality education.

Why You Should Study This Course

Students wishing to complete an Environmental Science Toxicology emphasis major in four years should complete the general chemistry series and the general biology series during their freshman and sophomore years. Prospective environmental science majors are strongly advised to take additional preparatory courses that provide a strong background in chemistry, biology and mathematics. The preparatory courses are listed with the major; preparatory classes may also be used to fulfill GURs. All preparatory courses required for admission should be completed on a lettered or numeric grading scale, not P/NP, and must be completed with a grade of C- or better.

General Eligibility

Academic Requirements for freshman students:

The admission requirements for undergraduate courses are given as follows:

  • Completed application form

  • Academic Transcripts(certified english translations if necessary)

  • Relevant High school degree/Grade Report/Certificates

  • SAT or ACT Scores (Optional)

  • A cumulative GPA of 2.0

  • Personal Statement or essay

  • One letter of recommendation

  • List of extracurricular activities(if any)

  • Portfolio

What You'll Study

1 Electives

Under advisement (11-32 credits) in order to fulfill the total major requirements of 65 credits:

  • A minimum of 11 credits from:

       ESCI 300- or 400-level

    Additional electives, if needed from:

       BIOL 300- or 400-level

       CHEM 300- or 400-level

       ENRG 300- or 400-level

       GEOL 300- or 400-level

       ENVS 300- or 400-level

       MACS 300- or 400-level

       MATH 300- or 400-level

    FAIR 330E - Ethnobotany Credits: 5

    FAIR 434P - Advanced Studies in Field Science Credits: 5-8

    MATH 125 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II Credits: 5

    MATH 203 - Linear Algebra and Differential Equations I Credits: 4

    MATH 204 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 4

    MATH 205 - Linear Algebra Workshop Credits: 1

    MATH 224 - Multivariable Calculus and Geometry I Credits: 5

    MATH 225 - Multivariable Calculus and Geometry II Credits: 4

    MATH 226 - Limits and Infinite Series Credits: 4

    Maximum three courses allowed from:

    PHYS 162 - Physics with Calculus II Credits: 5

    PHYS 163 - Physics with Calculus III Credits: 5

    PHYS 220 - Physics with Calculus IV Credits: 4

    PHYS 300- or 400-level

2 Major

❑ Choose either:

CHEM 251 - Elementary Organic Chemistry Credits: 5

or the following series:

CHEM 351 - Organic Chemistry Credits: 4

CHEM 352 - Organic Chemistry Credits: 4

CHEM 354 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I Credits: 3

❑ Choose one from:

ESCI 325 - Fundamentals of Ecology Credits: 3

BIOL 325 - Ecology Credits: 4

❑ Choose one from:

ESCI 340 - Biostatistical Analysis Credits: 5

BIOL 340 - Biostatistics Credits: 5

❑ Choose one Capstone class from list below:

ESCI 431 - Watershed Biogeochemistry Credits: 5

ESCI 454 - Science, Management and Outreach of Contaminated Sites Credits: 4

ESCI 470 - Ecological Restoration Credits: 5

ESCI 490 - Environmental Risk Assessment Credits: 4

ESCI 491 - Oceanography of the Salish Sea Credits: 4

ESCI 493 - Environmental Impact Assessment Credits: 5

or ENVS 493 - Environmental Impact Assessment Credits: 5

or UEPP 493 - Environmental Impact Assessment Credits: 5

ESCI 494 - Marine Conservation Credits: 5

ENVS 410 - Agroecology and Resilient Communities Credits: 4

or UEPP 410 - Agroecology and Resilient Communities Credits: 4

ENVS 417 - Science, Management and Outreach of Contaminated Sites Credits: 3

ENVS 429 - Pyrogeography Credits: 4

ENVS 430 - Borderlands: Resource Management Credits: 4

or C/AM 430 - Borderlands: Resource Management Credits: 4

ENVS 466 - Greening Business Applications Credits: 5

or MGMT 466 - Greening Business Applications Credits: 5

ENVS 474 - Planning for Sustainable Communities Credits: 4

or UEPP 474 - Planning for Sustainable Communities Credits: 4

ENVS 491 - Environmental Communication Credits: 5

ENVS 496 - Environmental Stewardship Credits: 5

Or other ENVS, ESCI or UEPP approved course with a capstone (CPST) attribute.

❑ Choose one from (minimum of 5 credits; maximum of 10 credits):

ESCI 498A - Senior Thesis Credits: 1-15

ESCI 498B - Internship Credits: 1-15

ESCI 498C - Senior Project Credits: 1-15

ESCI 498D - International Study Credits: 1-15

❑ One ENVS 300-level or 400-level course (minimum 3 credits)

❑ Choose two lab/lecture options from the list below. Options include a combined lecture/lab course or two separate courses with one being a lecture and the other being a lab, which together count as one option. Note: ESCI 431 can be applied towards either your capstone or one of your lab/lecture requirements, but not both.

ESCI 361 - Water Quality Credits: 5

ESCI 404 - Indigenous Resource Management in the Salish Sea Credits: 5

MANY MORE..........

3 Preparatory Courses

❑ BIOL 204 - Introduction to Evolution, Ecology and Biodiversity w/lab Credits: 5

❑ BIOL 205 - Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Biology w/lab Credits: 5

❑ BIOL 206 - Introduction to Organismal Biology w/lab Credits: 5

❑ CHEM 161 - General Chemistry I Credits: 5

❑ CHEM 162 - General Chemistry II Credits: 5

❑ CHEM 163 - General Chemistry III Credits: 5

❑ MATH 124 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I Credits: 5

❑ PHYS 161 - Physics with Calculus I Credits: 5

❑ Choose one from:

  • ENVS 203 - Physical Geography Credits: 4

  • GEOL 211 - Physical Geology Credits: 5

4 Toxicology Emphasis

Complete the following courses to fulfill the Toxicology Emphasis. Courses used to fulfill requirements in the emphasis may also be used to fulfill above major requirements.

❑  ESCI 455 - Environmental Toxicology I Credits: 4

❑  ESCI 456 - Environmental Toxicology II Credits: 4

  • ❑ Minimum two courses from:

    ESCI 321 - Oceanography Credits: 4

    ESCI 340 - Biostatistical Analysis Credits: 5

    ESCI 361 - Water Quality Credits: 5

    ESCI 428 - Freshwater Algae Bioindicators Credits: 4

    ESCI 430 - Limnology and Limnology Lab Credits: 5

    ESCI 431 - Watershed Biogeochemistry Credits: 5

    ESCI 433 - Population Biology Credits: 3

    ESCI 435 - Landscape Ecology Credits: 4

    ESCI 439 - Conservation of Biological Diversity Credits: 4

    ESCI 444 - Biogeochemistry of Marine Sediments Credits: 4

    ESCI 451 - Environmental Sampling and Analysis Credits: 5

    ESCI 492 - Climate Change Credits: 4

    ❑ Minimum four courses, including one lab, from:

    ESCI 333 - Introduction to Environmental Toxicology Credits: 4

    ESCI 453 - Science and Management of Contaminated Sites Credits: 4

    ESCI 454 - Science, Management and Outreach of Contaminated Sites Credits: 4

    ESCI 457 - Environmental Toxicology Laboratory I Credits: 4

    ESCI 458 - Environmental Toxicology Laboratory II Credits: 4

    ESCI 459 - Aquatic Toxicology Credits: 3

    ESCI 460 - Contaminant Fate and Transport Credits: 4

    ESCI 490 - Environmental Risk Assessment Credits: 4

  • ❑ Additional electives, if needed, from:

    BIOL 321 - Genetics Credits: 4

    BIOL 322 - Genetics Lab Credits: 4

    BIOL 405 - Microbial Ecology Credits: 4

    CHEM 333 - Analytical Chemistry Credits: 5

    CHEM 351 - Organic Chemistry Credits: 4

    CHEM 352 - Organic Chemistry Credits: 4

    CHEM 353 - Organic Chemistry Credits: 3

    CHEM 354 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I Credits: 3

    CHEM 375 - Elements of Biochemistry Credits: 4

    CHEM 471 - Biochemistry I Credits: 4

    ENVS 320 - GIS I: Introduction to Geographic Information Science Credits: 4

    ENVS 326 - Climatology Credits: 4

    ENVS 327 - The Soil Environment Credits: 4

    Maximum six additional courses allowed from:

    ENVS 300- or 400-level

    Maximum three courses from:

    PHYS 162 - Physics with Calculus II Credits: 5

    PHYS 163 - Physics with Calculus III Credits: 5

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

Minimun IELTS Score 6.5 overall.

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