The science and environmental writing major is available to students who wish to learn to write about pure and applied scientific research, technology, engineering, the environment and medicine and health for a variety of audiences ranging from the general public to scientists and engineers in industry and government.
Students can also gain experience in the science writing field research program.
A minor in science writing is available that may be valuable for students with majors in science or engineering. The course involves work on the student newspaper. One of the three required semesters must be taken during the student's junior year, and one must be taken during the senior year. Required science courses. A minimum of 24 credits in the physical, biological, environmental or social sciences or engineering is required.