College Diploma - Biological Sciences Technology - Environmental Monitoring and Assessment at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) - Program overview

Program overview

Admission Requirements

Intakes

Last updated on 2025-05-14

Program overview

Program Overview

The Environmental Monitoring and Assessment program at NAIT focuses on studying the impact of human activities on air, water, soil, and vegetation. Students will gain a solid foundation in environmental sampling, assessment, and laboratory skills. This program prepares graduates to monitor and assess environmental quality, manage waste, and reclaim and remediate land. With hands-on training, students will learn to conduct environmental site assessments and analyze samples for pollutants in various environmental labs. Graduates will be equipped to work with industry, consultants, or government agencies on land and water remediation projects.

Program Structure

The Environmental Monitoring and Assessment program is designed to be completed in 2 years of full-time study. The program is delivered in a hybrid format, combining both in-person and online learning experiences. Students can expect to engage in:

Field analysis of soil, vegetation, and water quality
Monitoring of air pollutants
Collection of environmental samples for lab analysis
Conducting environmental site assessments
Maintaining and calibrating field equipment

Additionally, students have the option to participate in a co-op pathway, which includes a mandatory co-op work practicum, providing valuable work experience in the field.

Featured Experiences

Hands-on training in dedicated instructional laboratories with extensive scientific equipment.
Field skills development, including environmental sampling and analysis.
Opportunities for co-op placements to gain real-world experience.
Access to a technical support team for assistance in labs.
Projects that involve monitoring and assessing environmental quality.

Career Options

Graduates of the Environmental Monitoring and Assessment program can pursue various career paths in Canada, including:

Environmental Consultant: Work with organizations to assess environmental impacts and develop strategies for compliance with regulations.
Field Technician: Conduct field studies and collect data on environmental conditions, including air and water quality.
Laboratory Technician: Analyze environmental samples for pollutants and prepare reports on findings.
Environmental Scientist: Research and develop solutions to environmental issues, focusing on sustainability and conservation.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist: Ensure that organizations comply with environmental laws and regulations, providing guidance on best practices.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-05-14

Program overview

Academic Requirements

This content is specific to the selected Sep 02, 2025 intake.

The specific academic requirements you must meet to be considered for admission are as follows:

Grade 12 Language Arts (English 30-2)
Grade 12 Mathematics (Math 30-2 or Applied Math 30) or Grade 12 Physics (Physics 30)
Grade 12 Biology (Biology 30)
Grade 12 Chemistry (Chemistry 30)

For international students, the following additional requirements apply:

Successful completion of a minimum of 24 post-secondary credits or 8 post-secondary courses within an accredited or recognized degree or diploma in a related field (natural resources or environmental sciences) with an Admission GPA of 2.0 based on the most recently completed 24 post-secondary credits.
Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

It is important to note that acceptance into the program does not guarantee transfer credits. Transfer credits evaluation will take place after the student is accepted into the program.

Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as seats are limited. The international applications open on Aug 01, 2024 and the deadline is once the program is full.

If you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact LOA Portal's advisors for support.

Language Requirements

English is the language of instruction at NAIT. To satisfy the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement when applying to a NAIT program, you can demonstrate your proficiency in one of the following ways:

NAIT accepts the following English language proficiency tests:

IELTS Academic - Minimum score of 6.0 in each section
NAIT’s ELP Exam - Minimum score of 73% or “B” in each section
Canadian Language Benchmarks Assessment (CLB) - Minimum score of 8.0 in each section
CAEL - Minimum overall score of 60
Cambridge English Language Assessment - Minimum score of 169 in each section for B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency
TOEFL iBT - Minimum score of 20 in each section; effective Fall 2025: 70 overall score, with a minimum score of 17 in each section
Duolingo - Minimum overall score of 115, with a minimum score of 100 in each integrated subscore
Michigan English Test (MET) - Minimum overall score of 59
PTE Academic - Minimum overall score of 58
LanguageCert B2 Communicator Test - Minimum score of 38 in each section

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DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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