Environmental Studies Concentration Suggested Coursework

The concentration in Environmental Studies introduces students to the newer interdisciplinary perspectives needed to address today’s environmental problems. Short- and long-range implications of human activities are analyzed, with emphasis on the technical and scientific issues.

Requirements for the concentration are a minimum of 28 credits in a planned and approved program of advanced courses built on introductory work in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. Typically, the 28 credits would include:

Core Course

course Introduction to Environmental Studies (4)

Elective Courses

16 credits of coursework at the 3000 level or above selected from at least 3 subjects (including ENV).

Recommended courses outside the ENV subject include:

course Ecology (5)
course Field Biology (4)
course Permaculture (4)
course Field Botany (4)
course Environmental Chemistry (3)
course Atmospheric Chemistry (3)
course Environmental Aquatic Chemistry (3)
course Public Administration (4)
course American Public Policy (4)
course Global Environmental Governance (4)
course The Food Quest (4)

Additional Information

At least 16 credits must be in non-duplicative coursework with another major.

A Concentration/Minor Authorization Form with an approved set of courses must be filed at least 2 semesters prior to graduation. Consult the Program Coordinator for details about course sequences and scheduling. See course descriptions for ENV course offerings.

Environmental Studies

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