Environmental engineering is an academic area of study that trains students to mitigate or remove the waste and pollution produced by manufacturing and other harmful business industries. Individuals who study environmental engineering often go on to careers in government or work for private companies, tackling issues such as recycling systems, water sanitation and waste disposal solutions.

Many degree programs require students to be proficient in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Those who lack these skills can take an undergraduate pathway program where they may acquire a satisfactory English language mastery.