Environmental Science, Minor

The Environmental Science minor is designed to achieve an understanding of the breadth of contemporary environmental issues through a series of courses in environmental studies, while ensuring that each student pursue a purposeful course of study in some traditionally defined area of scholarship. Graduates of the program are trained for professions directly or indirectly involved with problems of environmental quality.

Minor Requirements
Core Requirement
ENVS 1000Introduction to Environmental Science1
Select one of the following:1
Environmental Case Studies
Topics in Environmental Studies
Earth Systems Science
Natural Disturbances and Disasters
Earth and Life Through Time
Oceanography
Living Systems
Select one of the following options:3
Introduction to Biology A
and Introduction to Biology B
Introduction to Biology - The Molecular Biology of Life
and Ecology: From individuals to ecosystems 1
Earth & Environmental Science
Select 1 upper level course approved by advisor1
Total Course Units6
1

BIOL 1121 Introduction to Biology - The Molecular Biology of Life and AP BIOL Credit and BIOL 2610 Ecology: From individuals to ecosystems


The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2023 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.