Environmental Technology at Sait
| Environmental Technology at Sait | |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Course Intake | September |
| Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
| Course Level | Undergraduate Diploma |
| Tution Fees | $ 18,985 |
| English Language Requirment | |
| IELTS | 6.0 |
| TOEFL | 80 |
| PTE | 53 |
Program Highlights
Protect, conserve and preserve the environment with a career as an environmental technologist, working in government or industries such as transportation, water treatment or chemical manufacturers. Courses cover sampling, site reclamation, waste management and more.
Program Description
Want a career that really makes a difference? The Environmental Technology program will give you the skills and knowledge you need to work in the lab or the field. As an Environmental Technologist you’ll work in the protection, conservation, and preservation of our natural environment. Many graduates go on to complete their bachelor’s degree at Royal Roads University.
Your Career
Graduates of this program find work in environmental protection, conservation and preservation of natural resources, and environmental education, communication and research. More specific fields include utility and mining companies, chemical manufacturers, steel makers, transportation, industry, federal/provincial government departments, municipalities, education institutions, wastewater management, water treatment, research and health care centers, environmental interest groups and industry associations.
Student Success
Students with higher grades and recent upgrading in Math 30 (Pure Math) and Chemistry 30 will experience more success in SAIT's programs.
Additionally, students who experience success in this program have good work ethics and communication skills.
Credentials and accreditation
After successfully completing this program, graduates will receive a SAIT diploma in Environmental Technology.
Accreditation
This program is accredited by ECO Canada. Graduates are eligible for membership in the following professional associations:
- Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET)
- ECO Canada
- Chemical Institute of Canada (CIC)
Transfer Options
The opportunity to advance your education through transfer to, within or from SAIT is available with the following universities and colleges:
- Athabasca University
- Business Academy Aarhus, Denmark
- Griffith University
- Mount Royal University
- NAIT
- Royal Roads University
- SAIT
Sait Highlights
| Type | Public |
| Campus Setting | Urban |
| Application mode | Online |
| Student Retention rate | 94.8% |
| Cost of living | 788-1,327 CAD/Month |
| Number of Students | 11,023 full time |
| Number of teachers | More than 1500 specialists |
| Academic calendar | Semester based |
| Finance type | Non-profit |
| Number of schools | 8 schools |
| Medium of instructions | English |
| Domestic Tuition fee | 681.20 CAD |
| International Tuition fee | 1,141.20 CAD |
Sait The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Attending SAIT Polytechnic can cost an international student the following approximately:
| Expenses | Subtotal |
|---|---|
| Average cost of tuition | 18,112.00 CAD |
| Cost of living | 11,000.00 CAD |
| Application fee | 75.00 CAD |
Tuition Fees
For international students, the tuitions fees will be:
| SAIT Fees | Total in CAD |
|---|---|
| Campus recreation | 171.20 |
| Universal transit pass | 310 |
| Health and dental | 460 |
| Student support fee | 100 |
| Student technology fee | 100 |
The optional course enrollment would increase the fees and may include a security deposit of 400 CAD.
English Proficiency Test Scores
All the programs at the university are taught in English medium and hence proving English language proficiency is mandatory.
| Test name | Minimum Required Score |
|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 80 overall, 20 in each category |
| IELTS | 6.0 |
| CLBA | 8.0 |
| CAEL | 60 |
| PTE | 53 |
| MELAB | 76 |
SAIT Admission requirements and process
Admission at SAIT Polytechnic requires additional documents from international applicants. Application requirements for various programs are given below.
Selection CriteriaSAIT Polytechnic opens the admissions in the Fall Start and continues until the Spring start. Different programs have different time periods for their admission process.
- The application fee charged is 75.00 CAD once for each program enrolment.
- Percentage required in schools and the other major requirements are different for all courses:
- A 65% record or a cumulative GPA of minimum 2.3 is required for the Bachelor’s of business administration.
- Other courses require a minimum of 50%.
- A common requirement in all the courses is the English proficiency.
- Admission into the Institute is determined on the academic records.
- Graduate employment rate in the institute is 94%
Criteria of selection are not the same for different courses and to meet up to the suitability of the program the students may need to give supplementary documentation or additional information to be submitted. This includes:-
- Career investigation report
- Required tests
- Resume
- Essay
- Interview
- Ranking (used by some programs)
| Sait Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $ 18,000 |
| Postgraduate | 0 |
| Sait Cost Per Year | |
| Overall cost of living | $ 11,000 |
| Campus accommodation | $ 1,200 |
| * Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. | |
| Sait English score required | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Undergraduate | 6.0 |
| IELTS Postgraduate | 6.0 |
| TOEFL Undergraduate | 80 |
| TOEFL Postgraduate | 80 |
| * Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. | |
| Sait University Contact Details |
|---|
| Sait Address |
| 1301 16 Ave NW,Calgary 1301 16 Ave NW AB T2M 0L4 |
| Sait Email |
| advising@sait.ca |
| Sait Phone |
| 403-284-7248 |