Associate Degree Environmental Studies (Transfer 2+2)

Associate Degree 2 Years On-Campus United States
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About This Programme

Associate Degree Philosophy (Transfer 2+2) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in a similar major at a California State University after their progra and admission is guaranteed.  Our Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary program of study that presents a broad overview of ecological issues from a variety of perspectives. The coursework examines the interplay between natural and social systems, and the ideological foundations of humankind's attitudes and behaviors with respect to their continually changing environment.

The program provides students with the understanding that environmental challenges face every aspect of society, and it provides them with the skills needed to help solve these complex problems through cooperation and negotiation with the different and often competing stakeholders.

We have outstanding lab facilities, including a range of microscopes, telescopes, field and analytical equipment. The department supports a variety of student research both on and off the campus. We have large collections of minerals, rocks, fossils and maps, along with access to extensive biological collections, all of which contribute to a rich learning experience.

Career Option

Activist, Agricultural Technologist, Air Quality Inspector, Animal Services Worker, Aquaculturalist, Arborist, Botanist, Community Developer, Conservation Biologist, Conservation Officer, Ecologist

Eligibility Requirements
Admission Requirements

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to College of the Canyons below

1. WASSCE/A level Certficate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

College of the Canyons will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction.

If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

  • English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
Programme Details
Associate Degree Level
2 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
United States Country
Intakes
January, 2026
April, 2025 → October, 2025
Closed
September, 2026
October, 2025 → June, 2026
Open
January, 2027
April, 2026 → October, 2026
Likely Open
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