Students There are currently more than 150 students majoring in environmental sciences. Students may specialize in one or select work from 2 or more of the four areas of studies. Majors who aim for continued education in graduate and professional schools or specific job paths generally concentrate in one or two areas. Others interested in such careers as science writing, computing, or teaching select advanced courses from a broader range. Majors are employed in consulting, government agencies, forestry and agricultural firms, lobbying, weather forecasting, and many other exciting and enjoyable careers.
Advanced courses are quite small, and all are taught by faculty.
The department encourages all majors to explore opportunities to work with faculty and graduate students in research projects which provide practice in using the tools and concepts of various disciplines and help develop career goals and opportunities. Majors are encouraged to take advantage of all of these facilities. Requirements for Major The Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Sciences requires 30 graded credits of departmental course work. At least 11 credits of non-core courses at the 300 level or higher must be taken. The department also requires related work in math and science.