Welcome to the Bachelor of Science with Major in Aquatic Resources!
First-Year Course Pattern
| AQUA 101 | Introduction to Freshwater Systems and Resources (first term) |
| AQUA 102 | Introduction to Ocean Systems and Resources (second term) |
| ECON 101 | Introductory Microeconomics - 3 credits (first term) |
| ECON 102 | Introductory Macroeconomics - 3 credits (second term) |
| EESC 171 or EESC 173 |
Understanding the Earth - 3 credits (first term) Natural Hazards - 3 credits (first term) |
| BIOL 112 | Diversity of Life - 3 credits (second term) |
| MATH 106 | Calculus I - 3 credits (first term) |
| MATH 107 | Calculus II - 3 credits (second term) |
| Science course - 6 credits in one subject (see below) | |
Elective Science Requirement
In addition to the above required courses, which total 24 credits, you will choose 6 credits in one other science subject.
If you intend a major in biology or Earth and environmental sciences, CHEM 101 and 102, or CHEM 121 and 122, are recommended. Introductory chemistry is required for each of these two majors, so it is advisable to take this requirement in first year. (Biology students normally take CHEM 101 and 102, though either set is fine. EESC students take either.)
If you intend a major in Mathematics, you may choose introductory courses in chemistry (CHEM 101 and 102, or CHEM 121 and 121), climate and environment (CLEN 101 and 102), computer science (CSCI 161 and 162), physics (PHYS 101 and either 102 or 108, or PHYS 121 and 122), or psychology (PSYC 101 and 102). You can also choose 3 credits of biology (BIOL 111) and 3 credits of another science. (Note that if you choose physics, you should only take PHYS 108 if you do not plan to take any further PHYS courses above the 100-level. If you plan to take more physics, you will need to take PHYS 102 instead, if you choose that set of intro courses.)
Something to Remember
When building your course schedule, be sure to begin with required courses that are offered in only one timeblock, and schedule other courses around those.
Questions You Might Have
What if there is another course that I want to take in first year, rather than my science elective?
It is recommended that students follow the normal course pattern, in order to ensure an easier progression through the remaining years of the program. Courses in first year will be prerequisites to courses in subsequent years. Taking courses “out of order” can result in difficulties in future years. However, you may contact the program coordinator or the program assistant for individual advising questions such as these. There may be adjustments that are possible with your particular program plan.
Registration Help Centre
By Email Only: nsr@stfx.ca
The registration help centre will be in operation and will respond to email from June 10 through August 30.
Hours of Operation are Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Atlantic Time
For registration issues after August 30, please email the registrar's office: @email
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