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120 credit hours (4 years)
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B.S. in Environmental Science
Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science is a unique, multidisciplinary degree program. Students in this program will take a variety of courses, which will enable them to gain an integrated understanding of biological, geological, and human factors that affect environmental quality. This approach will provide students with the option to explore their environmental interests. Students will also have the opportunity to complete internships and independent research through the program's collaborative partnerships with government agencies, local businesses, and non-profit organizations. This degree has four concentrations for students to choose from:
Designed With You in Mind
Our multidisciplinary approach to Environmental Science will enable you to address both environmental and human concerns associated with the increasing frequency of droughts, diminishing availability of critical resources, along with other increasing concerns regarding air and water pollution. Through coursework and internships, you will learn how to assess different aspects of the field, such as:
- Environmental conditions
- Providing environmental remediation
- Ensuring effective natural resource management
- Educating community members & policy makers
- Public health
- Advocating for new environmental laws & policies
You will also learn how to use critical assessment tools, such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing, that will analyze interactions among environmental impacts.
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Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Science program will have several job opportunities open to them, such as:
- Environmental Scientists and Consultants
- Regulatory Specialists
- Wetland Scientists
- Land-use and Land Restoration Specialists
- Environmental Legal Assistants
- Environmental Educators
Real Experience
Environmental Science students can gain hands-on experience through the following venues:
Career Services
Career Services offers a wide variety of professional development opportunities that can translate into careers. A few of these programs include:
- Handshake
- Resume assistance
- Business etiquette dinner
- Job fairs
- Mock interviews
- Career counseling
And much more!
Program Objectives
- Give students an enlightened understanding of land and water resources, human impacts on the environment, along with environmental policies
- Engage students in practical, hands-on analyses of environmental conditions and impacts
- Give students the needed practice in developing environmental assessments and programs
Coursework Highlights
| Class | Number | Class Name |
|---|---|---|
| COMM | 3305 | Environmental Communication |
| CHEM | 4477 | Environmental Chemistry |
| ECON | 3304 | Environmental Economics |
| ENVS | 2451 | Introduction to Geographic Information Systems |
| ENVS | 4086 | Environmental Problems |
| WSES | 3302 | Soils, Land Use and The Environment |
| WSES | 3323 | Ethical Issues in Agriculture and the Natural Resources |
| WSES | 4090 | Special Topics in the Natural Resource Sciences |
For more information on courses, please refer to the university catalog.
Facilities and Features
Permaculture Research & Demonstration Site
The Tarleton Permaculture Research and Demonstration Site was established at the Texas AgriLife Research Station during the 2015-2016 academic year. This site is used to study the resilience of diverse agricultural practice as well as demonstrate ecological processes within various agricultural systems.
Timberlake Ranch
Located on the banks of the Colorado River south of Goldthwaite in Mills County, Timberlake Ranch and Biological Field Station provide an outdoor classroom for Tarleton students. Straddling the intersection between the Cross Timbers and Edwards Plateau regions of Central Texas, this ranch supports a unique variety of biological species and a diversity of ecosystems.
The Center for Environmental Studies
The Center for Environmental Studies (CES) coordinates the interdisciplinary involvement of Tarleton State University faculty with Environmental Science students to enhance their learning experience by:
- Advising Environmental Science students
- Facilitating environmental research and education partnerships
- Hosting environmental forums and seminars
- Providing a clearinghouse for environmental information