Bachelor of Environmental Science and Resource Management
1,000 USDTuition Fee/year
31 Oct, 2025Application Deadline
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Program Description: Bachelor of Environmental Science and Resource Management
Detail
Description
Faculty
Faculty of Life Sciences
Duration
4 Years (8 Semesters)
Total Credit Hours
160
CGPA Range
Highest 4.00 – Lowest 2.00
Program Type
Outcome-Based Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Science Program
Overview
The Bachelor of Environmental Science and Resource Management (BESRM) program at Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University (MBSTU) provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary education focused on understanding environmental processes, analyzing human impact, and developing sustainable resource management strategies. The program is structured over four academic years (eight semesters) and requires 160 credit hours, integrating core environmental sciences (ecology, hydrology, climate) with essential management, policy, and technological skills (GIS, Remote Sensing).
A significant portion of the courses is practical, emphasising field-based data collection, laboratory analysis of environmental samples, GIS mapping, and the application of resource modelling techniques. This ensures students develop hands-on expertise in environmental monitoring, impact assessment, and the practical implementation of sustainable solutions, preparing them for immediate professional engagement or advanced academic pursuits.
Program Objectives
The primary objectives of the BESRM program are to:
Provide comprehensive knowledge of ecological systems, earth processes , and the causes and effects of environmental degradation .
Develop fieldwork, analytical, and geospatial (GIS/Remote Sensing) skills for effective environmental monitoring and data interpretation.
Promote critical thinking and the ability to integrate science with policy and socio-economic factors to solve complex resource issues.
Introduce interdisciplinary applications in areas like Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resource Management, Biodiversity Conservation , and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) .
Prepare graduates for academic, research, and professional careers in environmental management, conservation, and sustainable development sectors.
Program Structure and Curriculum
The Environmental Science and Resource Management curriculum includes about 35–38 core and supporting courses, distributed among theoretical, experimental, and applied modules.
Core Areas Include:
Ecology and Biodiversity Conservation
Geology, Hydrology, and Soil Science
Environmental Pollution and Waste Management
Climate Change Science and Adaptation
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing
Environmental Law, Policy, and Ethics
Natural Resource Economics and Management
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
In the final year, students undertake a substantial research project or thesis , enabling them to apply their interdisciplinary knowledge and practical skills to a specific local or global environmental or resource management problem.
Assessment and Evaluation
Student assessment combines continuous and final evaluations to ensure comprehensive learning and performance tracking, consistent with university standards.
Theoretical Courses:
30% Continuous Assessment (10% Attendance, 20% Quiz/Class Test/Assignment/Presentation)
70% Final Examination
Laboratory/Fieldwork Courses:
50% Continuous Assessment (15% Attendance, 15% Field/Lab Report, 20% Quiz/Assignment)
50% Final Examination (40% Practical/Field Test, 10% Viva-Voce)
A minimum CGPA of 2.00 (out of 4.00) is required for graduation.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the BESRM program follows the GST (General, Science & Technology) cluster system or university-approved criteria. Candidates must have a science background at both SSC and HSC (or equivalent) levels and fulfil the minimum eligibility set by the university for the relevant academic session.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the BESRM program are equipped for a wide range of career paths in the rapidly expanding environmental and sustainability sectors:
Government Sector: Environmental Protection Agencies, Water/Forestry Departments, Disaster Management, and Policy Planning.
Environmental Consulting: Conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Audits.
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): Focused on conservation, climate action, and community-based resource management.
Industry: As Sustainability Officers , EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) Specialists , or Resource Managers in corporate firms.
Technology: As GIS Analysts or Remote Sensing Specialists in mapping and monitoring firms.
Academia: Research and Teaching Professions.
They are also prepared for advanced studies (M.Sc., M.Phil., or Ph.D.) in Environmental Science, Resource Management, Climate Studies, or related disciplines both domestically and internationally.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Bachelor's
Study Mode
On Campus
Program Description: Bachelor of Environmental Science and Resource Management
Detail
Description
Faculty
Faculty of Life Sciences
Duration
4 Years (8 Semesters)
Total Credit Hours
160
CGPA Range
Highest 4.00 – Lowest 2.00
Program Type
Outcome-Based Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Science Program
Overview
The Bachelor of Environmental Science and Resource Management (BESRM) program at Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University (MBSTU) provides a comprehensive, interdisciplinary education focused on understanding environmental processes, analyzing human impact, and developing sustainable resource management strategies. The program is structured over four academic years (eight semesters) and requires 160 credit hours, integrating core environmental sciences (ecology, hydrology, climate) with essential management, policy, and technological skills (GIS, Remote Sensing).
A significant portion of the courses is practical, emphasising field-based data collection, laboratory analysis of environmental samples, GIS mapping, and the application of resource modelling techniques. This ensures students develop hands-on expertise in environmental monitoring, impact assessment, and the practical implementation of sustainable solutions, preparing them for immediate professional engagement or advanced academic pursuits.
Program Objectives
The primary objectives of the BESRM program are to:
Provide comprehensive knowledge of ecological systems, earth processes , and the causes and effects of environmental degradation .
Develop fieldwork, analytical, and geospatial (GIS/Remote Sensing) skills for effective environmental monitoring and data interpretation.
Promote critical thinking and the ability to integrate science with policy and socio-economic factors to solve complex resource issues.
Introduce interdisciplinary applications in areas like Climate Change Adaptation, Water Resource Management, Biodiversity Conservation , and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) .
Prepare graduates for academic, research, and professional careers in environmental management, conservation, and sustainable development sectors.
Program Structure and Curriculum
The Environmental Science and Resource Management curriculum includes about 35–38 core and supporting courses, distributed among theoretical, experimental, and applied modules.
Core Areas Include:
Ecology and Biodiversity Conservation
Geology, Hydrology, and Soil Science
Environmental Pollution and Waste Management
Climate Change Science and Adaptation
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing
Environmental Law, Policy, and Ethics
Natural Resource Economics and Management
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
In the final year, students undertake a substantial research project or thesis , enabling them to apply their interdisciplinary knowledge and practical skills to a specific local or global environmental or resource management problem.
Assessment and Evaluation
Student assessment combines continuous and final evaluations to ensure comprehensive learning and performance tracking, consistent with university standards.
Theoretical Courses:
30% Continuous Assessment (10% Attendance, 20% Quiz/Class Test/Assignment/Presentation)
70% Final Examination
Laboratory/Fieldwork Courses:
50% Continuous Assessment (15% Attendance, 15% Field/Lab Report, 20% Quiz/Assignment)
50% Final Examination (40% Practical/Field Test, 10% Viva-Voce)
A minimum CGPA of 2.00 (out of 4.00) is required for graduation.
Admission Requirements
Admission to the BESRM program follows the GST (General, Science & Technology) cluster system or university-approved criteria. Candidates must have a science background at both SSC and HSC (or equivalent) levels and fulfil the minimum eligibility set by the university for the relevant academic session.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the BESRM program are equipped for a wide range of career paths in the rapidly expanding environmental and sustainability sectors:
Government Sector: Environmental Protection Agencies, Water/Forestry Departments, Disaster Management, and Policy Planning.
Environmental Consulting: Conducting Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Audits.
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): Focused on conservation, climate action, and community-based resource management.
Industry: As Sustainability Officers , EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) Specialists , or Resource Managers in corporate firms.
Technology: As GIS Analysts or Remote Sensing Specialists in mapping and monitoring firms.
Academia: Research and Teaching Professions.
They are also prepared for advanced studies (M.Sc., M.Phil., or Ph.D.) in Environmental Science, Resource Management, Climate Studies, or related disciplines both domestically and internationally.
Admission Requirements
The University is a leading member of the University of the Integrated Admission System, which is called GST. The Eligibility criteria for Domestic, International and Domestic (English Medium Students) are as follows.
GST (General, Science & Technology) Cluster Universities
Undergraduate First-Year Admission Test
Academic Year: 2024–2025
Instructions for Application and Admission
1. Eligibility for Application to the Admission Test (Domestic Student):
Students who passed SSC/equivalent in 2020, 2021, or 2022, and HSC/equivalent, Diploma-in-Commerce, HSC (Vocational) under Bangladesh Technical Education Board, A-Level, or any other equivalent examination (approved by the Equivalence Determination Committee) in 2023 or 2024 are eligible to apply for the GST admission test.
Students from Science, Humanities, and Business Studies groups can apply to Unit A, Unit B, and Unit C, respectively, according to the following eligibility criteria:
Unit A: Science Group
Applicants who passed HSC/equivalent in the Science group must have:
- A minimum GPA of 3.50 in both SSC/equivalent and HSC/equivalent examinations (including the 4th subject).
- A total GPA of at least 7.50 in both examinations combined.
Students from the Science group of the General Education Board, Madrasa Board (Science), and Vocational (HSC) will be considered under this category.
Unit B: Humanities Group
Applicants who passed HSC/equivalent in the Humanities group must have:
- A minimum GPA of 3.00 in both SSC/equivalent and HSC/equivalent examinations (including the 4th subject).
- A total GPA of at least 6.00 in both examinations combined.
Students from the Humanities group of the General Education Board, including Music, Home Economics, and Madrasa Board (General and Mujabbid), will be considered under this category.
Unit C: Business Studies Group
Applicants who passed HSC/equivalent in the Business Studies group must have:
- A minimum GPA of 3.00 in both SSC/equivalent and HSC/equivalent examinations (including the 4th subject).
- A total GPA of at least 6.50 in both examinations combined.
Students from the Business Studies group of the General Education Board, including Diploma in Business Studies, Business Management (HSC), and Diploma in Commerce, will be considered under this category.
For IGCSE/A-Level Students (English Medium Domestic Student):
IGCSE/A-Level candidates must pass at least 5 O-Level subjects (with 3 at grade B) and 3 A-Level subjects (with 2 at grade B). They must upload mark sheets online for verification by the Equivalence and Eligibility Committee.
Applicants for specialised subjects, such as Fine Arts, Physical Education, Music, Theatre, Film, and Architecture, must take a practical test. The Architecture drawing test will be held on May 9, 2025 (3:00–4:00 PM) alongside the Unit A admission test.
Only students qualified in GST Units A, B, or C can apply for these specialised programs.
International Student Admission Requirements:
- Applicants must have passed SSC (or equivalent) in 2017–2019 and HSC (or equivalent) in 2020–2021.
- A minimum GPA of 3.00 in both exams and a combined GPA of at least 6.50 are required.
- For O/A Level candidates, at least three subjects with a grade ‘B’ out of five are mandatory.
- Applicants must submit valid proof of non-Bangladeshi citizenship with a passport copy.
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
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