Bachelor of Science - Environmental Sustainability, Health and Safety (Co-op)

The environmental sustainability, health and safety BS degree prepares students to work as an environmental sustainability, health and safety project and program specialist and manager for organizations in industry and government. This environmental management degree teaches students to be a champion of environmental sustainability and health and safety in industry and society. RIT graduates help industries produce goods and services without contaminating the environment, without subjecting the workers to hazardous conditions and chemicals, and using less energy and fewer precious resources. The major is focused on responsibility and accountability for environmental, health and safety impacts of human activities and being good stewards of the products being made and the services provided. RIT graduates work for environmental protection organizations, Fortune 100 companies, environmental consultancies, universities, and government agencies such as the EPA, OSHA, and NYSDEC.

Students will be prepared to eliminate, reduce, and control the release of pollutants into the environment and to manage health and safety hazards associated with an organization’s activities, products, and services. They will gain a diverse skill set based on a strong foundation in basic sciences; applied environmental, health and safety science and technology; sustainability and social responsibility, and the basic tools of team building, effective communication, and leadership. Program graduates develop solutions for real-life environmental, health and safety problems, and drive organizations towards environmental sustainability.

Accelerated dual degree options are for undergraduate students with outstanding academic records. Upon acceptance, well-qualified undergraduate students can begin graduate study before completing their BS degree, shortening the time it takes to earn both degrees. Students should consult an academic adviser for more information.