The BSc Environmental Science programme is a University of Seychelles undergraduate degree that has been running since 2012 and was first accredited by the Seychelles Quality Assurance (SQA) body in 2013/2014.
The degree is a broad and generalised programme with a special emphasis on tropical environments and environmental issues relating to small island developing states. The degree is general in nature but incorporates diversified teaching in a variety of disciplines linked to environmental science and environmental management, allowing for students to graduate with a wide general knowledge in environmental science.
Student cohort sizes are small, allowing students to receive individual attention from qualified and experienced lecturers. Students are able to interact with visiting scientists and members from industry through inclusion in various seminars and workshops. Opportunities to participate in internships with local and regional partners allows for the students to network and gain some practical experience in industry to further enhance knowledge gained in the classroom and prepare students for the workplace.
The objectives of the programme are for students to:
Full-time: 3 years
Part-time 4 years or 5 years
The programme is offered in English.
The programme is offered on a full-time or part-time basis, and incorporates various modes of delivery, from face-to-face lectures, blended learning, practical work, group work, and self-study.
Year-1 Courses
SENV1101: Earth & Atmospheric Sciences
Semester: 1 & 2
Fees: SCR 32,500
Credits: 30
SENV1102: Biological Principles in Tropical Ecology
Semester: 1 & 2
Fees: SCR 32,500
Credits: 30
SENV1103: Introduction to Marine Ecology
Semester: 2
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1104: Concepts in Sustainable Development
Semester: 1
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1105: Natural Resource Development & Protection
Semester: 2
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1106: Research Methods and Skills
Semester: 1
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
Year-2 Courses
SENV1201: Earth System Sciences
Semester: 1 & 2
Fee: SCR 32,500
Credits: 30
SENV1202: Fields Studies & Geoinformatics
Semester: 1 & 2
Fee: SCR 32,500
Credits: 30
SENV1203: Natural Resource Economics
Semester: 1
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1204: MEAs & Environmental Law
Semester: 1
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1205: Introduction to Statistics
Semester: 2
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1206: Environmental Change in SIDS
Semester: 2
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
Year-3 Courses
SENV1301: Independent Research Project
Semester: 1 & 2
Fee: SCR 32,500
Credits: 30
SENV1302: Governance & Stakeholder Engagement
Semester: 1
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1303: Tropical Biodiversity & Conservation
Semester: 2
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1304: Ecosystem Based Adaptation
Semester: 1
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1305: Aquaculture & Fisheries Science
Semester: 1
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1306: Climate Change Adaptation & Mitigation
Semester: 1
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
SENV1307: Science Communication & Education
Semester: 2
Fee: SCR 16,250
Credits: 15
The entry requirements are one of the following:
Selection criteria are based on the entry requirements stated above.
SCR 135,000 per year * (8 courses)
*Fees are subject to change.
All courses in the programmes are accredited as certificate courses allowing for part-time or in-service students to complete relevant courses per semester.
The University offers flexible payment plans and special tuition fees for self-funding students. Kindly contact us for more information regarding these fees.
The BSc Environmental Science programme is a University of Seychelles undergraduate degree that has been running since 2012 and was first accredited by the Seychelles Quality Assurance (SQA) body in 2013/2014. The degree is a broad and generalised programme with a special emphasis on tropical environments and environmental issues relating to small island developing states.
The MSc in Marine Science and Sustainability is primarily dedicated to deep understanding and advanced skills relating to the sustainable management of marine and coastal ecosystems, climate change adaptation and ecosystem-based disaster risk reduction.
