The Department of Earth & Environmental
Sciences offers undergraduate programs leading to the following baccalaureate
degrees:
- Bachelor of Science or B.S. degree program in Earth & Environmental
Sciences
There are two options in this program: (a) Earth Sciences option,
and (b) Environmental Sciences
option
- Bachelor of Arts or B.A. degree program in Earth & Environmental
Science
- Bachelor of Arts or B.A. degree
program in Earth & Environmental Science Education
There
are three options in this program: (a) Earth Sciences & Chemistry
Option, (b) Life & Earth Sciences option, and (c) Earth & Space
Sciences
Our undergraduate degree programs are designed to include courses in
earth and environmental sciences and related subjects to prepare undergraduate
students for further study at the graduate level or professional employment.
The employment opportunities for our undergraduates are in protecting
and enhancing the existing resources of the earth (related to our environment,
aquifers, surface water, ground waters, etc.), as well as in exploring
for new resources (for example, oil, gas, minerals). The Bachelor of
Science (B.S.) program is more structured and is intended to prepare
students for specific professional or technical objectives. The Bachelor
of Arts (B.A.) program is more flexible and allows for broad or specialized
interests. The flexibility of the B.A. program can readily accommodate
interdisciplinary programs such as the dual major. Both B.S. and B.A.
programs allow students various options for coursework, as described
below.
Since personal objectives, interests, and aptitudes vary considerably
with individuals, the undergraduate program offers a spectrum of educational
options within a framework of sound academic guidelines. The B.S. degree program in Earth & Environmental Sciences have considerable
choice in the core program, options, and elective courses. Students should
become aware of these choices as early as possible because it is critical
in defining the sequence of course work, particularly for the B.S. degree.
For this reason, all students are strongly urged to consult their faculty
advisor to develop an individual program of study.
The B.S. Degree Program in Earth & Environmental Sciences (Environmental
Sciences option) is one among 26 environmental science programs in the
country accredited by the National Environmental Health Science and Protection
Accreditation Council. This degree prepares students for careers
in public health, worker health & safety, and environmental protection. An
internship experience is required component of the degree program and
it provides valuable real-world experience. For additional information
about the program, please visit the following link: BS
Degree in EES - Environmental Sciences Option
Our B.A. degree program in Earth & Environmental Science Education is
designed for students to acquire the earth and environmental science
content knowledge needed to teach students in K-12 settings. The training
will increase their ability in critical thinking and use that towards
developing inquiry-based classroom activities for engaging their students
in science topics.
A Minor in Earth & Environmental Sciences is
also offered with two options: 'Earth Sciences' and 'Environmental Sciences'. |
Deatils of course requirements and
electives for the various B.A. and B.S. degree program options can be
found in the PROGRAM CHECKLISTS below.
B.S. degree in Earth & Environmental Sciences.
There are two options in this degree program:
The B.A. degree in Earth & Environmental Sciences.
There is only one option in this degree program:
B.A. in Earth & Environmental Sciences Education.
There are three options in this degree program:
For a Minor in Earth & Environmental Sciences,
see Program Checklist/Curriculum
Earth Science Option], and Program
Description/Curriculum Environmental Science Option]. |
