About the School
Since its inception in 1991/92 session with twelve (12) students, Njala University's School of Environmental Sciences has become one of the largest and most fully developed interdisciplinary schools of its kind in Sierra Leone.
Vision
A centre of excellence in environmental sciences through active generation and dissemination of knowledge and skills so as to enhance sustainable utilization of natural resources for national and regional development.
Mission
To provide professional training in environmental sciences at all levels and to undertake applied research that links the University to the needs of the nation, region and international community.
Academic Structure
Departments
- Department of Chemistry
- Department of Biological Sciences
Institutes
- Institute of Geography and Development Studies (IGDS)
- Institute of Environmental Management and Quality Control (IEMQC)
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Programs
- B.Sc. Environmental Chemistry
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Environmental Management and Quality Control
- B.Sc. Biological Sciences
- B.Sc. Applied Ecology and Conservation
- B.Sc. Environment and Development
- B.Sc. Development Studies
- B.Sc. Rural Development
- B.Sc. Geography
Postgraduate Programs
- Masters of Science in Environmental Chemistry
- Masters of Science in Environmental Management and Quality Control
- Masters of Science in Biodiversity and Conservation
- Masters of Science in Development Studies
- Masters of Science in Rural Development
- M.Phil. and PhD Programmes in relevant disciplines
Approved Future Programs
- B.Sc. in Biomedical Sciences
- B.Sc. in Environmental Management and Toxicology
- Technician/Higher Diploma in Environmental Sampling and Monitoring
- Various MPhil and PhD programs
- Multiple Postgraduate Diploma programs
Admission Requirements
University Admission Objectives
- Provide access to University education for a wider spectrum of candidates
- Ensure appropriate standards in admission to various programmes
- Ensure transparency and fair play in student admission
Certificate Programme
- Two (2) credit passes in relevant subjects in NCTVA Tech voc certificate/GCE 'O'Level/WASSCE
Diploma Programme
- Three (3) credit passes in relevant subjects
- Related Certificates with two years experience
Undergraduate Programme
- Five credits at G.C.E. "O" Level or WASSCE including English Language
- Mathematics and three relevant subjects
- Additional departmental requirements may apply
Postgraduate Programme
- First degree in a related subject/field
- For M.Phil: FGPA of 3.6 points in Masters
- For PhD: FGPA of 4.2 in Masters or completed M.Phil
Graduation Requirements
Credit Requirements
- Certificate Programs: 50-60 credits
- Diploma Programs: 80-90 credits
- Higher Diplomas: 120-130 credits
- Undergraduate Degrees: 120-210 credits
Assessment Structure
- Continuous Assessment: 40%
- Final Written Examination: 60%
Degree Classification
| Class of Honours | FGPA Range |
|---|---|
| First Class | 4.3 and above |
| Second Class (Upper) | 4.00 – 4.29 |
| Second Class (Lower) | 3.60 – 3.99 |
| Third Class | 3.00 – 3.59 |
Research and Partnerships
Research Initiatives
- Collaboration with IEMQC and Department of Environmental Health
- Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary research station
- Partnership with Sierra Leone Agricultural Institute (SLARI)
- Research in organic farming and climate studies
International Partnerships
- Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology (DICE), UK
- Coventry University, United Kingdom
- University of Abomey-Calavi, Benin
- University of Agriculture-Abeokuta, Nigeria
- University of Cape Coast, Ghana
- Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana