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Bachelor of Science in Ecosystem Science and Policy

Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

ZoologyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Zoology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The degree is recommended for students intending to attend graduate or professional schools in pursuit of research or academic careers (including secondary or higher education). It is also suitable for those preparing for technical careers in government and private industries concerned with the environment. Students pursuing the B.S. may choose to have the major fulfill either the STEM or People and Society cognate; they will need to complete the other cognate plus the Arts and Humanities cognate. Students with a second major in another school or college should consult their advisors regarding requirements for that major and school or college. Any course used to fulfill one ECS requirement cannot be used to fulfill another; however, courses other than the ECS core can be used to fulfill requirements for a cognate, minor, or second major. The ECS major offers a series of problem-based learning courses, culminating in a capstone course in the senior year. Courses emphasize integration of science and policy approaches to real-world environmental issues. This preparation gives students both the theoretical background and technical skills to pursue environmental careers in, teaching and research, as well as for careers in government and private industries concerned with the environment. The ECS program provides students with a broad background in environmental issues from a variety of perspectives, along with in-depth education in an area of specialization.

Program overview

Main Subject

Zoology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The degree is recommended for students intending to attend graduate or professional schools in pursuit of research or academic careers (including secondary or higher education). It is also suitable for those preparing for technical careers in government and private industries concerned with the environment. Students pursuing the B.S. may choose to have the major fulfill either the STEM or People and Society cognate; they will need to complete the other cognate plus the Arts and Humanities cognate. Students with a second major in another school or college should consult their advisors regarding requirements for that major and school or college. Any course used to fulfill one ECS requirement cannot be used to fulfill another; however, courses other than the ECS core can be used to fulfill requirements for a cognate, minor, or second major. The ECS major offers a series of problem-based learning courses, culminating in a capstone course in the senior year. Courses emphasize integration of science and policy approaches to real-world environmental issues. This preparation gives students both the theoretical background and technical skills to pursue environmental careers in, teaching and research, as well as for careers in government and private industries concerned with the environment. The ECS program provides students with a broad background in environmental issues from a variety of perspectives, along with in-depth education in an area of specialization.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

6+

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