Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Earth and Space Science - Environmental Science Track] From Columbus State University

To that end, the program's curriculum courses not only in Environmental Science but also in Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Geology and cultural studies. The environmental science program's singular diversity of course offerings and flexible curriculum encourage each student to design a unique program suited to his or her individual goals. Student by student, we emphasize the building of a firm foundation in the underpinning concepts of environmental science, proficiency in designing and conducting original research, and effectiveness in communicating the results in both written and oral forms.

Learning Outcomes

Students will develop:

• An appreciation of the interaction of the Earth's major surface systems and how these interactions influence and are influenced by human action
• Knowledge concerning how humans interact with the geologic environment with an emphasis on the potential hazards associated with geologic phenomena (e.g., volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis)
• An understanding of chemical, physical, biological, and geological principles that underlie environmental dynamics
• An understanding of ecology and how to design ecological experiments and analyze data

Career Opportunities

Students graduating with degrees in Environmental Sciences find gainful employment in private industry and the public sector. Graduates serve as environmental professionals in local, state, and federal environmental resource agencies; in the private sector as environmental consultants.