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Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Department of Biology

Degree: Bachelor of Science
Major: Environmental Science
Hours: 120

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

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Environmental Science Overview

The 番茄社区 University Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary program that will teach you to protect, monitor, manage and improve the environment. The program combines study in biology, chemistry, geology, engineering and political science to prepare you for your career.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science at 番茄社区 University have practical skills in the field and lab and real-life experience solving environmental problems. This degree program combines fundamental training in the basic sciences with broad training across several traditional disciplines to prepare you for employment or graduate study. You'll participate in an internship to integrate your academic preparation with actual work experience.

Environmental Science Courses You May Take

MicrobiologyMicroorganisms with emphasis on those of medical significance and problems of personal and community health.

Environmental ToxicologyPrinciples of how contaminants are absorbed, transformed and eliminated in different organisms. Toxin effects on organismal physiology. Student-led laboratory experimentation and field trips.

EcologyQuantitative approach to both field and experimental studies. Interrelationships of organisms and their environment.

Environmental Geography and GeologyThe relationship between human activities, geologic resources and processes and environmental quality. Topics include the consumption of geologic resources and its impact on the environment. The relationship between human populations and geologic hazards.

Career Paths for Environmental Science

As an environmental science graduate, you will have career opportunities in regulatory agencies, industry, consulting firms, academia, government agencies, non-profit organizations, environmental consulting, water quality labs, agriculture and the biofuel industry.

Primary Careers

Environmental science technician, pre-law, researcher

Career Areas

  • Technology
  • Planning
  • Policy
  • Law
  • Consulting
  • Research

Median Salary

$56,020

Types of Employers

  • Research institutions
  • Agricultural agencies
  • Governmental agencies - all levels
  • Law firms
  • Construction companies
  • Consulting agencies