Environmental Science and Sustainability - BS

S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources

About This Degree

The Environmental Science and Sustainability major integrates coursework in biological, chemical, and physical principles with environmental social science and management.

Students have a wide range of opportunities to enrich their education at the Quinney College of Natural Resources, including undergraduate research, internships, and more.

Graduates will have a wide variety of career options open to them, including scientific research in governmental and private organizations, environmental management, scientific communication, and policy analysis.

What You Will Learn

This major is designed to be interdisciplinary. Students will study a foundational series of courses in biology, chemistry, geology, and mathematics, as well as courses in environmental policy and management.

Electives in three areas – Sustainability & Human-Environment Systems; Atmosphere, Geosphere, and Hydrosphere; and Environmental Management & Sustainability Techniques – will allow students to customize their degree to fit their interests.

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College: S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources

Department: Environment and Society Department

USU Locations:

  • Logan campus

Program Requirements

Career And Outcomes

Career Opportunities

  • Environmental scientists and specialists
  • Environmental managers, policy-makers, or planners in business, government, or non-profit organizations.
  • Environmental science educators or consultants.
  • Advocates for environmental causes or natural resource constituencies.

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