Environmental Studies Concentration

CURRICULAR GUIDELINES

Students will take a total of 7 courses, including

an introductory course in environmental science: Environmental Biology, Environmental Chemistry or equivalent. Science majors will get an introduction to scientific aspects of environmental issues through specialized (intermediate/advanced) coursework in their own department or through an introductory environmental course in another science department.

2-3 additional courses in the natural sciences and mathematics

an introductory course in environmental studies, such as Environmental History

2-3 other courses in the social sciences and humanities

The 7 courses must include a minimum of two intermediate/advanced courses (at least one outside the major). Appropriate tutorials, internships, and research projects may be counted as intermediate/advanced courses with approval. Not more than two courses from a student's major may be counted towards the minor.

Students are encouraged to consider fulfilling some of their requirements during a "semester away", especially through our partner school, the School for Field Studies at any one of their 5 international locations where they will be immersed in full-time study and research (and receive 4 course credits).