Faculty of Natural Sciences - Lahore College for Women University

BS PROGRAM
(4 years degree program)
Learning OBJECTIVES
To impart knowledge about environment and environmental science through wide range of
subjects related to natural sciences and social sciences using integrated and holistic
approach.
To teach different methods of exploration, investigation, organization of data and its utilization
in practical life with reference to environment and to address environmental issues and
challenges for sustainable development.
Outcomes of this EDUCATION
Scheme of STUDIES
Eligibility CRITERIA
• F.Sc. Pre-Medical/
Pre-Engineering with 60% marks
or A-level with equivalent marks.
• All other requirements as per
university policy (please see
university admission criteria for
BS).
Duration:
4 years
Total Credit Hours: 136
To equip students with the knowledge and skills for better planning, protection and management of resources, environment, health,
agriculture and population in the country.
To prepare and train students for advanced studies and specialization in recently emerging technological and interdisciplinary fields
such as Biodiversity, Wildlife and Conservation, Bioremediation, Environmental monitoring and health, Environmental Biotechnology,
Environmental Impact Assessment , GIS and Climate Change etc. After completing the degree students will be able to apply knowledge
to the respective fields to find solutions of environmental related problems and propose sustainable strategies and solutions.
To develop the scientific attitude and demonstrate professional skills in teaching/research/managerial positions in wide range of
professions in national and international organizations.
Code
Semester 1
Cr.
Hr.
Code
Semester 2
Cr.
Hr.
Environmental Science
CC/Eng-101
Language in use
3+0
CC/Eng-102
Academic Reading and Writing
3+0
Maj/Env-101
Introduction to Environment
2+1
Maj/Env-101/
CC/Phil-101
Islamic Education /Ethics
2+0
Maj/Env-102
Environmental Geology
3+1
Maj/Env-105
Biological Resources (Biodiversity)
2+1
Maj/Env-103
General Chemistry
3+1
Maj/Env-106
Environmental Physics
3+1
Maj/Env-104
Principles of Life
3+1
Maj/Env-107
Water Resources and Management
2+1
Total Credit Hours 18
Maj/Env-108
Energy Resources
2+1
Total Credit Hours 18
81