Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science

The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science at the School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering prepares future leaders in sustainability, conservation and natural resource management.

As the emphasis on sustainability and corporate and social responsibility grows, so too does the demand for well-educated and ethical environmental science professionals. With deep understanding of the natural environment and its processes and connections, environmental scientists can help steward organizations to improve their operations, lead research into emerging science, and help inform government or social policy that directly impacts quality of life for the people, animals and ecosystems.

A student graduating from the Environmental Science program has many career options available. Local, state, or federal agencies that deal with the protection, management, and regulation of natural resources are among the many places Environmental Studies graduates are prepared to work. Such agencies include the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, Texas Parks and Wildlife, and other state and federal employers. They may also find employment with private firms and companies involved with environmental consulting that includes assessment, remediation and environmental law.

In general, graduates employed in the public or private sector pursue diverse projects such as surface and ground water pollution, soil contamination from hazardous wastes, disposal of hazardous and nuclear wastes, urban development and expansion, remediation and cleanup at Superfund sites, identification of potential geological hazards, and conservation of biodiversity.