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Earth and Environmental Sciences - Undergraduate Programs

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Degree Programs

Bachelor of Science in Geology

This degree has three options:

  1. The Professional Option is for students who plan to enter the profession or go to graduate school but are uncertain where they want to concentrate. The program emphasizes breadth and exposes students to most of the geological disciplines.
  2. The Environmental Science Option emphasizes the application of earth science to environmental problems associated with the hydrosphere, atmosphere and natural hazards.
  3. The Engineering Geology Option is for students who are interested in combining Geology with Civil Engineering coursework to work with engineering firms on construction and environmental problems.

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

This degree emphasizes on interdisciplinary training related to environmental sciences and is designed for students who plan to enter the profession or go to graduate school.

Bachelor of Arts in Geology

This degree has three options:

  1. The General Option is for students who want to combine Geology with other professional interests.
  2. The Geographic Information Systems Option is for students who want to combine Geology with computer technology to store and analyze spatial data using GIS software.
  3. The Composite Science Teacher Certification Option is for students who want teacher certification, and it is offered through the UTeach program.