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In the Department of Environmental Science, our professors mentor their students to develop the skills to become the next generation of scientists, educators, informed citizens, and real-world problem solvers.
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The BS in environmental science program deals with the interaction of humans and their environment from the primary perspective of the natural sciences. The program includes basic courses in the natural sciences and more advanced courses relating the natural sciences to environmental concerns. The program is structured so that the student gains a holistic perspective on the environment. The program's capstone course is Senior Practicum in which students use their training in a real case study to broaden their understanding of a specific environmental problem.
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The BA in earth science major is designed for students who wish to apply to the K-12 teacher preparation program in which a double major in education is required. Students must complete a sequence of education courses offered by the College of Education in order to achieve licensure. Earth science is an integral part of instruction in the K-12 classroom as defined by the New Jersey Core Content Science Standards.
The BS in environmental sustainability program consists of interdisciplinary studies of the sciences, society and politics, and human health as they relate to environmental problems. The program includes the basic courses found in a traditional environmental science degree and advanced courses pertaining to the formation, development, and management of environmental resources.
A BA in environmental science gives students a broad knowledge in the fields of geology, ecology, chemistry, physics, and biology. Students must also complete requisite courses in calculus and statistics. This broad foundational knowledge is ideal for students pursuing a career in science education at the secondary level, but is also useful for graduate studies and careers in environmental sciences.
The Environmental Science Department creates inclusive learning communities that focus on developing scholarship and research about the earth, natural environment, and the interaction between human and natural systems. We offer three unique programs of study—the BS in environmental science, the environmental science minor, BS in environmental sustainability, and the BA in earth science.
In our environmental science programs, students learn in-demand skills that employers have identified as critical for job candidates, including:
Environmental science graduates are prepared for positions in research, manufacturing, sales, and management, or to attend graduate school. Environmental sustainability graduates meet the growing demands in academic, business, and governmental sectors for sustainable economic development. Our alumni work as lab analysts, forest managers, education program specialists, environmental technicians, and environmental scientists. Earth science graduates are employed as middle school and high school teachers.
Our professors are proud practitioners in their fields and love to share their expertise beyond the classroom. Mentorship is at the core of our department, and it’s our goal that every student work directly with a faculty member to expand their knowledge and worldview.
Environmental sustainability major, master’s student in applied science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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