Careers

Laurier Graduates are Successful

Laurier Graduate Survey Results (2021)

Respondents from the Laurier Graduate Survey conducted by Career Centre. Graduates were surveyed within 12 months of graduation.

857 Faculty of Science Graduates:

• Employed: 50.2%
• Pursuing Further Education: 42.7%
• Looking for Work: 4.0%
• Other: 3.1%

Sample Jobs within the First Year After Graduation

• aquatic biologist
• junior aquatic scientist
• environmental technician

Sample Further Education Programs within the First Year After Graduation

• Master’s degree: Environment and Geography, Integrative Biology.
• Bachelor’s degree: Education.

Develop Your Knowledge and Skills

At Laurier, develop these competencies through both curricular and co-curricular opportunities to help you achieve your goals for the future.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrate knowledge of the underlying scientific principles, processes of and theories pertaining to the physical, chemical and biological properties of water.
• Understand the physics of water cycling and movement, water chemistry, and the geochemical and biological factors which determine water quality.
• Identify how changes in water quality and quantity affect aquatic biota at every level from individual organisms to populations to ecosystems.
• Recognize that the availability of safe, clean water is a fundamental question of social justice.
• Utilize lab- and field-based techniques for determination of water quality.
• Use quantitative and computer analysis in assessing, monitoring and sustainably managing land and water resources.
• Gain an appreciation of the cultural significance of water and the critical need of local, provincial and federal governments to manage and protect water and terrestrial resources, as well as the importance of water ecosystems, resources and access to safe water supplies.
• Discover how information is sourced, valued and used in creating new knowledge.

Collaboration and Teamwork 

• Recognize the importance and need for interdisciplinary consultations in resolving complex issues in aquatic ecosystems.
• Work effectively as part of a team by identifying your role and contributing, leading, teaching, motivating and/or encouraging others for team success.
• Oversee, lead and/or contribute to a project including determining goals, planning details, making decisions and completing tasks.
• Demonstrate professional behaviour and an understanding of individual perspectives and diversity.

Communication 

• Communicate ideas effectively both verbally and in writing to the scientific community, policy makers and the public.
• Probe for information by asking questions and listening, and engage in constructive conversations.
• Prepare interesting and informative reports and presentations for diverse audiences using current technology.

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving 

• Integrate the skills and knowledge acquired through different classroom and fieldwork experiences to critically evaluate and solve problems related to the protection of water ecosystems and resources.
• Identify and access a wide range of relevant information and resources.
• Learn, understand and critically interpret information and apply knowledge to new situations
• Set priorities, meet deadlines and manage time, data and resources.
• Analyze and evaluate data to discuss, support and/or question ideas, opinions, reports, theories and proposals.