Earth Science B.S.: Environmental Geology Specialization
This program is no longer accepting applications.
The Environmental Geology Specialization is designed for students planning a career as a professional geologist with government agencies (e.g. environmental protection), and environmental industries. In addition, students will be prepared for graduate-level studies in geology or related fields.
A minor is not required.
Major Requirements
44 credits in Earth Science and related courses, and 24 credits of related requirements.
Earth Sciences Core (19 credits)
Environmental Geology Specialization (25 credits)
Required Courses (19 credits)
Electives (2-4 credits)
selected from the following:
| ESCI 350 | Computer Methods in the Earth and Space Sciences | 3 |
| ESCI 425 | Glacial Geology and Ice Ages | 3 |
| ESCI 455 | Energy Science and Technology | 3 |
| ESCI 490 | Topics in Earth Sciences | 3-4 |
or additional courses as approved by the student's advisor.
Capstone (2-4 credits)
2-4 credits of ESCI 460 (Senior Project) or an approved external geology field camp
Related Requirements (24 credits)
Total Credit Hours: 68