Students are encourages to develop additional depth in focus areas of interest to the beyond the common required outline, in conversation with their academic advisors and the program director.  Students planning to attend graduate school should work carefully with their advisor to determine what additional courses will be needed to prepare for graduate school. You can download an Excel Checklist to keep track of your progress.

Environmental Science Major Requirements:  Minimum 60 credits.  There are two possible tracks in the environmental science major, both designed to highlight different aspects of environmental science and prepare students for different paths. The life science track emphasizes field skills and a macroscopic understanding of the living world, and prepares students for work in ecology, field studies, management of natural areas, and so on. The physical science track focuses on physical interactions, and is ideal for students interested in water/air pollution, health and risk assessment, toxicology, and siliar areas. Speak with your advisor for more information about the various tracks. Students pursuing either track must complete the following ENS core curriculum:

Courses for the Life Science Track (Excel Checklist) In addition to the ENS core curriculum, the following courses must be completed to obtain an ENS major with a life sciences track:

Courses for the Physical Science Track (Excel Checklist) In addition to the ENS core curriculum, the following courses must be completed to obtain an ENS major with a physical sciences track:

Environmental Policy Major Requirements: (Excel Checklist) Minimum 45 credit hours.  Students must complete the following courses to earn a degree in environmental policy.