Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Environmental Geographic Information Systems] From Auburn University at Montgomery

Students majoring in Environmental Science must choose one of these concentrations:

  Environmental Biology Concentration    

In the environmental biology concentration, students can prepare themselves for employment with private industry or government or for application to graduate degree programs in other universities. Potential job titles include: Water Quality Technician, Air Quality Technician, Wildlife Biologist, Environmental Consultant, Park Ranger, Environmental Planner, Environmental Educator, Outdoor Educator, Environmental Scientist, or Park Interpretive Specialist.

    Environmental Chemistry Concentration

    Environmental Chemistry is the study of the presence and movement of chemicals in the air, soil, and water. Environmental chemists study how these chemicals, usually contaminants, affect the health of people, wildlife, and ecosystems. This concentration prepares students for future studies in the field or for positions in state or federal agencies as well as private enterprise. This degree is perfectly aligned with a Chemistry degree and students can easily earn a dual degree in Environmental Science and Chemistry for the same number of hours.

    Environmental Geographic Information Systems Concentration

    Geographic Information System is a very important skill for many Environmental Scientists.  This concentration gives students an extensive skill set in GIS that they can use in the job market or as an entry point into graduate school.

    Environmental Health and Toxicology Concentration

    The health and toxicology concentration prepares students to look at their environment critically and assess how changes to their environment can affect their health and the health of their environment. This is a great choice for students interested in getting a job or going on to graduate school.Points of Pride

• Students participate in research with a faculty member and many publish papers and travel to conferences.
• Faculty have grants from the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Energy, and the Department of Education.
• AUM has a relationship with the Dauphin Island Sea Lab that allows students to take marine biology courses at the Sea Lab on the Gulf of Mexico.