Ecosystem Health is an undergraduate major offered by the Department of Biology in Western University's Faculty of Science. The program focuses on the biological, chemical and environmental processes that determine the health of ecosystems, drawing on coursework across biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics. Entry requires first-year Biology 1001A and 1002B completed with a mark of at least 60% in each, alongside Chemistry 1301A/B and 1302A/B, a 0.5 Physics course and a mathematics or calculus course. The major comprises 6.0 courses, or 6.5 courses if an optional elective is selected, combining required science courses with options in environmental and ecological topics. The program suits students interested in environmental science, conservation, ecology and the interaction between human activity and natural systems, and provides a foundation for further study or careers in environmental science, ecology, public health or related fields.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Completion of first-year requirements, including Biology 1001A and Biology 1002B with a mark of at least 60% in each, Chemistry 1301A/B and Chemistry 1302A/B, 0.5 course from specified Physics options, and 1.0 course from specified Mathematics/Calculus options (which may be completed by the end of Year 2 if not taken in Year 1).