About the Program

The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (BSES) is an undergraduate program based on the major disciplines of science, such as biology, chemistry, physics, earth and marine sciences, and mathematics. The program includes training in the social sciences in order that its graduates will be equipped to understand the important role of ethics, society and culture in the environment.

The program aims to expose students in an integrated way to environmental processes and phenomena, as well as environmental issues, from the perspective of the natural science.It also aims to train students to recognize and understand the natural environment, how humans affect the environment, and how the environment impacts society.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the this program can be employed as a:

• Science positions-work related to air, soil and water quality management, energy and resource management, planning and design, waste management and environmental assessment
• Environmental impact assessors, environmental officers, conservation and resource management staff, project planning and assessment and program/project/technical personnel in private companies, non-government organizations and government agencies
• Pursue graduate education for further specialization

Notable Alumni

The following Viscans who graduated in this program have made a name in their field:

• SYRUS CESAR P. DECENA, M.Sci – Class of 2013 graduated magna cum laude, Instructor III @ VSU Alangalang
• JAYSON D. BALDESCO, MSci – Class of 2009 graduated cum laude, Instructor III at VSU Alangalang
• ROSEMARIE RAGANIT - Class of 2007 DENR-EMB RO VIII- Department Head