BSc in
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Integrated Environmental Management The Education University of Hong Kong
Introduction
Programme Aims
The BSc in Integrated Environmental Management [BSc(IEM)] programme offers our next generation a multidisciplinary and comprehensive training encompassing science, computing, socioeconomic and regulatory dimensions, enabling graduates to deal with environmental issues from different perspectives.
The programme aims to provide students with a solid training in both scientific inquiry and social sciences inquiry so that they can understand the nature and complexity of the environmental challenges faced by the humanity. Upon the completion of the programme, students will be able to apply professional knowledge to manage a broad range of environmental issues in the real world.
Programme Features
In-depth Integrated Understanding
Analyses pressing environmental sustainability challenges at the local, regional and international levels from scientific, regulatory, institutional and ethical perspectives.
Evidence-based & Communication-driven
Develops sustainable solutions and recommendations based on prudent use of scientific evidence and conveys important messages related to environmental sustainability through quality communication.
Experiential Learning
Enables students to apply their knowledge and skills through participating in the Internship, overseas field trip, experiential learning activities, and other community engagement activities.
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.
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Curriculum
Programme Structure
| Domain | Year 1 Admissions | |
| Credit Points (cps) | ||
| Major | Major Core | |
| Coursework | 39 | |
| Overseas Field Trip | 3 | |
| Internship | 3 | |
| Major Elective | 3 | |
| Cross-Faculty Core Course | 3 | |
| Major Interdisciplinary Course | 3 | |
| Final Year Project | Honours Project / Capstone Project | 6 |
| Second Major* / Minor(s) / Electives | 30 | |
| General Education | 22 | |
| Language Enhancement* | 9 | |
| Total: | 121 |
* Not applicable for Senior Year Admissions.
Notes:
(1) Classes will be held in Tai Po Campus and Tseung Kwan O Study Centre / Kowloon Tong Satellite Study Centre / Sports Centre as decided by the University.
(2) [For Year 1 Admissions only] Students admitted into this programme are required to join the Overseas Field Trip (“Contemporary Environmental Issues”) and contribute 18% of the estimated cost of the trip in order to complete the programme.
(3) [For Year 1 Admissions only] Students admitted into this programme starting from the 2023/24 cohort are required to visit the Greater Bay Area (GBA) for a short trip (e.g. 1-day or 2-day 1-night trip) in order to complete the Cross-Faculty Core Course. While the GBA trip is heavily subsidised, students are still required to contribute 18% of the estimated cost of the trip ("student contribution"), whereas personal entertainment, meals expenses, travel document fee and personal insurance costs will not be supported. The estimated cost of the GBA trip for students admitted to the 2023/24 cohort is not available yet as it is subject to a variety of factors such as changes to the cost of the GBA trip as a result of inflation, trip duration, traveling expenses, the exchange rate, etc. The exact amount of student contribution is thus not available.
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.
Program Outcome
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)
Upon completion of the programme, students should be able to:
- PILO1: Apply key concepts and theories in the field of environmental studies and management;
- PILO2: Identify different environmental challenges in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area and the world from scientific, social and political and regulatory perspectives;
- PILO3: Assess the effectiveness of different environmental management approaches with reference to scientific, social and ethical aspects;
- PILO4: Explain different types of environmental problems and risks based on relevant scientific data to different audiences; and
- PILO5: Propose appropriate policies, strategies, and solutions with respect to different environmental scenarios.
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.
Career Opportunities
Career Prospects/Professional Qualifications
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.
The information listed above is provisional and subject to changes.