Environmental Science Major

• BIOA01H3, BIOA02H3, CHMA10H3, CHMA11H3, [MATA20H3 or MATA30H3], [MATA21H3 or MATA35H3 or MATA36H3], [PHYA10H3 or PHYA11H3], EESA06H3.  
• Explore different kinds of courses; this will also help with fulfilling breadth requirements and electives.
• Use Degree Explorer and the UTSC Calendar to plan your courses and program.

• Attend Facilitated Study Groups.
• Schedule an appointment with your Program Librarian for in-depth library research assistance.
• Writing support is available at the Centre for Teaching & Learning (CTL) Writing Centre.

• Attend the UTSC Faculty Mix & Mingle Fair to connect with professors and learn more about their specialties.
• Start building your Co-Curricular Record (CCR) and search for Experiential Learning opportunities.

• Join the Environmental and Physical Sciences Students’ Association (EPSA) and get involved in their activities.
• Volunteer in the Alternative Reading Week program to gain experience and knowledge about social change and community development.

• Volunteer with organizations to explore your interests; check listings on CLNx (>Jobs & Recruitment).
• Attend the UTSC Get Experience Fair in September and register with SCSU's Volunteer Network Program to explore opportunities.

• STAB22H3 and 1.5 credits from: EESB03H3, EESB04H3, EESB05H3, EESB15H3, EESB16H3; AND 0.5 credit from: BIOB50H3, EESB02H3, EESB17H3, PSCB57H3, PSCB90H3, CHMB55H3.
• Use Degree Explorer and meet with your Program Advisor to ensure you are on track with your degree.

DEVELOP YOUR ACADEMIC & RESEARCH SKILLS

• Check the Research Catalogue and jobs on CLNx for possible research opportunities.
• Enroll in PSCB90H3: Physical Sciences Research Experience.
• Drop by the Math & Statistics Learning Centre to have your course-related questions answered.

APPLY THEORY TO PRACTICE

• Check out Global Research Abroad opportunities through the International Student Centre (ISC) to gain valuable international and research experiences.

BECOME AN ENGAGED CITIZEN (LOCALLY & GLOBALLY)

• Look into Global Learning opportunities, such as the Summer Abroad, Explore, or Student Exchange programs.

PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER

• Gain experience by applying for a summer, part-time or Work Study position via CLNx (>Jobs & Recruitment).
• Considering grad school?  Speak to professors and advisors early so you choose the right courses.
• Explore careers through the AA&CC’s Job Shadowing and In The Field programs.

CHOOSE YOUR COURSES WISELY

• 2.0 credits at the C- or D-level in EES courses (taken in year 3 and 4) with at least 0.5 credit at the D-level; OR 1.5 credits at the C- or D-level in EES courses and PSCD11H3 (Communicating Science: Film, Media, Journalism, and Society).
• Use Degree Explorer to ensure you are on track with your degree.

• Enter to win the UTSC Library Undergraduate Research Prize or Poster Forum.
• Enroll in EESC24: Directed Readings in Environmental Science.

• Build on your skills and knowledge through relevant events offered through your department, student groups, DSL and the AA&CC.

• Consider running for an elected position in EPSA or another campus club.

• Plan a career path with a staff member at the AA&CC.
• Check CLNx for networking events and employer information sessions to attend.
• Attend the Graduate & Professional School Fair in September to explore your options.

• Use Degree Explorer to ensure you are on track to graduate.
• Ensure you have fulfilled your breadth requirements.
• Register your “Intent to Graduate” on ACORN by the deadline.

• Apply for the Academic Travel Fund through DSL to conduct research, present at a conference, or engage with the academic community internationally.
• Enroll in EESD09/EESD10: Research Project in Environmental Science.

• Attend the Summer & Full-time Job Fair in January to meet with potential employers looking to hire students for summer and full-time positions relevant to your field.

• Participate in the AA&CC’s Partners in Leadership program to learn and network with an alumni mentor about transitioning into the work field or further education.

• Attend the AA&CC’s Get Hired job search conference in April/May.
• Attend a Jobs for Grads orientation for a job search “crash course” and for access to full-time job listings.
• Discuss grad school plans early with staff at the AA&CC and your professors; get your Personal Statement reviewed in the AA&CC.