Overview
The Environmental Studies major, leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree, is designed
to provide students with the analytical and communication skills and the broad background
necessary to understand and address complex environmental issues. The major also offers
the opportunity for students to carry out focused study within a specific area of
interest. Environmental issues are not resolved in the scientific, technological,
social, or political arenas alone. The curriculum is, therefore, interdisciplinary
and integrates principles and methodologies from the social sciences, engineering,
the natural sciences, and humanities. The goal is to address the complex scientific,
legal, political, socio economic and ethical issues that define and surround environmental
issues.
The major in Environmental Studies prepares the student for further education and
entry-level employment in areas such as public interest science and advocacy, environmental
conservation, law, journalism, management, television documentary production, ecotourism,
population studies, and public service including public health.
To demonstrate depth of learning, an area of concentration is required of all students
in the major. Additionally, a research course, an internship, or field study is an
essential part of the curriculum to provide real-world experience in an appropriate
subject area.
Students should contact the director of undergraduate studies to design and approve
an acceptable course of study before declaring the major..
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