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2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalogue Archived Catalogue

Environmental Studies, B.A.


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The Bachelor of Arts degree in environmental studies emphasizes a combination of social science, humanities and natural sciences. The B.A. in environmental studies prepares students for entry-level positions in many diverse fields, including urban and regional planning, environmental impact analysis, natural resource management, environmental education, conservation administration, energy policy, public interest lobbying, social science law, government and business.

Computer Requirement:


To satisfy the computer requirement for the B.A. or B.S. degree in Environmental Studies, a student must successfully complete CSC 105 .

Oral Communication Requirement:


To satisfy the oral communication requirement for the B.A. or B.S. degree in Environmental Studies, a student must successfully complete EVS 495 .

Applied Learning Requirement:


To satisfy the applied learning requirement for the B.A. in Environmental Studies or the B.S. degree in Environmental Sciences a student must successfully complete one of the following: honors in any science department or EVS 499  (6 credits); directed individual study involving hands-on experience in any science department or EVS 491  (minimum 1 credit); internship (EVS 498 ) at an approved site that provides experience in the profession (minimum 1 credit); practicum (EVS 497 ) at an approved site that provides experience in the profession (minimum 1 credit); formal student teaching experience (e.g. EDN 411 ); completion of senior project (EVS 490 , 1-6 credits).

Requirements for a Major in Environmental Studies for the B.A. Degree:


68 hours total, comprised of the General Core plus option requirements.

Total: 24 or 25 hours


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