A concentration of at least seven courses in either the biology or chemistry disciplines is required for this major and five of the seven must have a laboratory component. Independent research or an internship is required. No more than a total of two courses in biology and chemistry may be at the 400 level. At least five of the biology or chemistry courses must be taken in residence. Majors in environmental science may elect to earn the Bachelor of Science degree or the Bachelor of Arts degree.
Major requirements are the same for either degree.
Listed also as Biology 220 and Environmental Management 320. Training in an environmental organization. Original laboratory research under science faculty supervision. Both oral and written reports are required upon completion. Course may be repeated.