Environmental Science
Bachelor of Science
Introduction
Protect natural resources, wildlife, and plant life for generations to come.
Explore the interactions between humans and their environment from a physical, biological, and cultural perspective. The Environmental Science major at 麻豆社 introduces you to a range of ecosystems and dynamics—all of them intertwined and interdependent.
Our planet’s health needs Blue Streaks like you. Rooted in Jesuit values of hospitality, our program gives you the tools and mindset to create a more sustainable balance between humankind and the natural world.
A degree in environmental science from JCU will prepare you for a variety of meaningful careers. This exciting field is especially seeing growth in areas like global climate change, conservation biology, wildlife and landscape ecology, and biodiversity monitoring.
Rich Biodiversity Near Campus
Studying environmental science in Northeast Ohio gives you prime access to two of the world’s greatest watersheds and ecosystems: the Great Lakes basin and the Mississippi River.
Unique Field Experiences
Travel to Costa Rica with the Tropical Field Biology class over spring break. Monitor drought conditions in California’s Mojave Desert. Explore the Lake Erie shoreline.
Immersive Internships
Spend the summer or a semester in a park, nature preserve, research facility, or other location related to your goals. You’ll learn by doing and make career connections along the way.
Engaged Student Groups
Get involved with the Environmental Issues Group or the biology honor society, TriBeta. Whether you’re looking for professional development, service opportunities, or camaraderie, these groups will enrich your JCU experience.
Academics
Program Overview & Outcomes
Through classroom, lab, and field work, you will master basic biological and chemical principles; plant and animal anatomy and physiology; biodiversity; and other foundational skills. You’ll also have a chance to pick from a variety of upper-level biology courses that match your interests, whether algae or amphibians, desert or deep waters, or evolution or epidemiology.Curriculum: What You Will Learn
You'll develop a comprehensive understanding of environmental systems and the skills necessary to address complex environmental challenges. The program combines foundational courses in biology, chemistry, and environmental science with specialized coursework in conservation, policy, and field methods, preparing you for careers in environmental consulting, government, research, and graduate studies.
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Complementary Minors
Careers
Where Our Alumni Go
Our alumni pursue rewarding roles in conservation, consulting, education, environmental law, and other areas where they can make a positive impact on the planet. Others continue on to graduate programs in ecology and environmental science, leading to careers in academia and research.
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