BTech Environmental Mgt and Tech.
Overview
The aim of the Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Environmental Management and Technology programme is to train professionals who are equipped with theoretical and practical skills to address pressing environmental challenges of society. The programme further provides students with a solid foundation in environmental science, engineering, and management, enabling them to understand and apply multidisciplinary approaches to environmental problem-solving. Graduates of the programme are equipped with the technical skills required to monitor, assess, and manage environmental systems using advanced tools and technologies.
Entry Requirements
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) Candidates
The applicants must have Credit Passes (A–D) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (including English Language, Mathematics (core), Integrated Science) plus three (3) relevant elective subjects such as Elective Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Technical Drawing, Plumbing, Building Construction, Economics, Agricultural Science, ICT
West Africa Senior Schools Certificate Examination (WASSCE) Candidates
The applicants must have Credit Passes (A1–C6) in six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects (ie English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science) plus three (3) relevant elective subjects such as Elective Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Technical Drawing, Plumbing, Building Construction, Economics, Agricultural Science, ICT
General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level
Passes in three subjects (at least one of the passes should be grade D or better. Also, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five (5) GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Art subject for science students.
Applicants from Technical Institutes
Applicants from Technical Institutes with Passes in the Relevant Elective Courses without Mathematics, English Language and Integrated Science may be admitted to an intensive two (2) month bridging (pre-degree) programme before formal admission to the programme after passing a selection examination.
Mature Applicants
Mature students have also been provided with the opportunity to further their education in this programme. They must
- be at least 25 years old,
- show proof of age with a birth certificate, baptismal certificate or any legitimate documentary proof of date of birth.
- Pass Mature Students' Entrance Examinations conducted by the University. In line with the above, the applicant must show proof of passes in English and Mathematics in WASSCE or any other nationally recognised standard High School level examination (for qualifications from countries outside WAEC’s jurisdiction).
Foreign qualifications
All foreign qualifications will be referred to the GTEC for determination of equivalences and eligibility for admission into the programme in line with the NAB Act, 2007 [Act 774 (2(2b)]
Programme Structure
YEAR ONE, SEMESTER ONE
| S/N | COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE |
| 1 | BCOS 101 | Communication Skills I |
| 2 | BAFS 101 | African Studies |
| 3 | BCLT 101 | Computer-Aided Learning |
| 4 | BMAT 101 | Introduction to Engineering Mathematics |
| 5 | ENMT 103 | Fundamentals of Environmental Science |
| 6 | ENMT 105 | Basic Chemistry I |
| 7 | ENMT 107 | Basic Biology I |
| 8 | ENMT 109 | Basic Physics I |
YEAR ONE SEMESTER TWO
| S/N | COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE |
| 1 | BCOS 102 | Communication Skills II |
| 2 | BMAT 102 | Basic Statistics |
| 3 | ENMT 104 | Basic Physics II |
| 4 | ENMT 106 | Basic Chemistry II |
| 5 | ENMT 108 | Introduction to Environmental Geology |
| 6 | ENMT 110 | Environment and Human Interaction |
| 7 | ENMT 114 | Basic Biology II |
| 8 | ENINA 100 | Industrial Attachment I |
YEAR TWO, SEMESTER ONE
| S/N | COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE |
| 1 | ENMT 201 | Solid Waste Management I |
| 2 | ENMT 203 | Water Resources Management |
| 3 | ENMT 205 | Environmental Ethics, Law and Policy |
| 4 | ENMT 207 | Introduction to Geochemistry |
| 5 | ENMT 209 | Sustainable Development |
| 7 | ENMT 213 | Environmental Microbiology |
| 8 | BFRE 201 | French |
YEAR TWO, SEMESTER TWO
| S/N | COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE |
| 1 | ENMT 202 | Introduction to Ecological Management |
| 2 | ENMT 204 | Wildlife and Protected Area Management |
| 3 | ENMT 206 | Solid Waste Management II |
| 4 | ENMT 208 | Water Treatment Technology |
| 5 | ENMT 210 | Environmental Remediation |
| 6 | ENMT 212 | Geographical Information Systems |
| 7. | ENMT 214 | Fundamentals of Environmental Communication |
| 8 | ENINA 200 | Industrial Attachment II |
YEAR THREE, SEMESTER ONE
| S/N | COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE |
| 1 | ENMT 301 | Wastewater Treatment |
| 2 | ENMT 303 | Environmental Laboratory Practice |
| 3 | ENMT 305 | Environmental Chemistry |
| 4 | ENMT 307 | Rural Sociology and Development |
| 5 | ENMT 309 | Climate Change |
| 6 | ENMT 311 | Research Methods |
| 7 | ENMT 313 | Environmental Management Systems |
| 8 | ENMT 315 | Remote Sensing |
YEAR THREE, SEMESTER TWO
| S/N | COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE |
| 1 | ENMT 302 | Environmental and Social Impact Assessment |
| 2 | ENMT 304 | Cleaner Production Technology |
| 3 | ENMT 306 | Environmental Health and Safety |
| 4 | ENMT 308 | Forest Resources Management |
| 5 | ENMT 310 | Soil Management |
| 6 | ENMT 312 | Environmental System Design |
| 7 | ARCT 362 | Critical thinking and problem solving |
YEAR FOUR, SEMESTER ONE
| S/N | COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE |
| 1 | ENINA 401 | Internship |
| 2 | ENMT403 | Project I |
YEAR FOUR, SEMESTER TWO
| S/N | COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE |
| 1 | ENMT 402 | Urbanisation, Land and Town Planning |
| 2 | ENMT 404 | Process Technology |
| 3 | ENMT 406 | Environmental Project Management |
| 4 | ENMT 408 | Entrepreneurship |
| 5 | ENMT 410 | Project II |
| 6 | ENMT 412 | Hydrology |
Career Opportunities
- Environmental Health Officer
- Nature Conservation Officer
- Development and Environmental Analyst/Consultant
- Sustainability Director/Manager
- Environmental Pollution Analyst
- Natural Resources Manager
- Urban Water and Sanitation Planner
- Environmental Policy and Planning Manager
- Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Specialist
- Environmental Consultant
- Environmental Education Officer
- Community and Industry Environment Liaison Officer
At a glance
- FacultyFaculty of Built and Natural Environment
- DepartmentEnvironmental Management and Technology
- Duration4 years