BSc in Biology
Study ecology, genetics, physiology and biodiversity with access to coastal and boreal field environments.
Faculty of
Science, Environment & Weather
Study the natural world in a place where the natural world frequently objects.
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Science, Environment & Weather
From cells and chemistry to coastlines and atmospheric systems, our scientists work in one of the most dynamic natural laboratories in the North Atlantic. Fieldwork is encouraged. Weather permitting.
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BSc in Environmental Science
Explore ecosystems, climate, conservation, environmental monitoring and practical responses to change.
BSc in Marine Biology
Investigate North Atlantic organisms, marine ecosystems and coastal biodiversity through laboratory and field study.
Bachelor of Weather Management
Meteorology, forecasting, climate systems, risk communication and the institutional belief that outdoor events can be scheduled with confidence.
980undergraduate students
310graduate students
72faculty members
18labs & field sites
People
Meet some of our faculty.
Dr. Lena Pike
Dean; Professor of Atmospheric Science
“Science explains the world. Here, the weather keeps it interesting.”
Dr. Amara Singh
Professor; Chair, Biological Sciences
“Ecology is what happens when everything is connected and nobody gets to opt out.”
Dr. Colin Mercer
Associate Professor; Chair, Chemistry
“The good news is chemistry follows rules.”
Dr. Fiona Kavanagh
Professor; Chair, Earth & Environmental Sciences
“Coastlines are negotiations, not boundaries.”
Student perspective
People make the program.
“You can study environmental science anywhere. Here, the environment participates.” — Maren Cole, BSc Environmental Science (Class of 2028)
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Programs, research, departments, co-op, fieldwork, advising and the occasional academic requirement that sounds more alarming than it is.
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