The multidisciplinary Environmental Earth Sciences emphasis is intended for individuals who wish to pursue careers with responsibilities that include environmental monitoring, regulation or management. Students may prepare for entry-level positions in the environmental industry or governmental agencies, or for graduate education in such fields as resource management, environmental public policy and environmental law. The program also is well suited for anyone with a serious interest in the scientific aspect of environmental issues. 14 credit hours including at least two earth sciences courses selected in consultation with an academic advisor to explore an area of interest in greater depth.
Courses are to be selected based on the following list.
Courses approved for general education that are taken as part of the major may also be used to satisfy General Education requirements. A 2.0 grade point average in the courses taken as part of this major is required for graduation. Remaining 33 Elective credits 27 Total credits required for this degree 120 Earth Sciences includes astronomy, geology, meteorology and oceanography. The General Earth Sciences Program provides a multidisciplinary background in the earth sciences, with opportunity to develop a sequence of courses, including both earth science and supporting science and mathematics, which best serve individual interests and career goals. It is intended for students who have an interest in environmental issues, wish to pursue interests in oceanography or astronomy, desire a comprehensive understanding of their physical environment, or who plan to pursue careers in fields where a multidisciplinary background in the earth sciences is desirable, such as environmental or resource law, environmental monitoring, pre-secondary teaching, and regional planning.