Biological & Environmental Sciences

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You may be interested in the Biological & Environmental Sciences focus area if you value biology and/or the environment, scientific inquiry, and math. Students in this area understand and predict physical and biological phenomena and practices. They like to work with theories, do research, and test ideas. You may be apt to be analytical, cautious, independent, curious, introspective, critical, and studious.

You should consider taking ENGL 1010 (or ENGL 2010 if you have credit for 1010) in your first semester. We also recommend USU 1010 for students in their first semester of college. For many majors, it is also important that you take a math class early to put you on the correct math track - see your advisor if you have any questions.

Life and Environment

This is a pathway for individuals with aptitude for independent work, problem-solving, active, or hands-on participation, and an interest in the environment. Many students in this area may consider themselves to be thoughtful, investigative, observant, and analytical.

Outdoor Science & Human Interaction

This is a pathway for individuals with aptitude for independent work, problem-solving, active, or hands-on participation, and research. Most students in this area may consider themselves to be curious, ambitious, and observant and enjoy being outdoors.

Exploratory: Outdoor Science & Human Interaction is a track in the Biological & Environmental Sciences and Agriculture and Natural Resources focus areas. More information on Focus Areas is available. 

Science & Engineering

This is a pathway for individuals with aptitude for observation, evaluation, investigation, problem solving, and exploration. Many students in this area may consider themselves to be logical, scientific, methodical, and persistent. Engineering involves a large component of design and working with computers and technology. 

Exploratory: Science and Engineering is a track in the Physical Sciences, Engineering & Math and Biological & Environmental Sciences focus areas. More information on Focus Areas is available.