Minor in Environmental Science
The Minor in Environmental Science includes the topics of Earth systems, biological diversity, world resources (water, food, energy), global climate change, land use planning, and sustainable development. At its core, the minor emphasizes a systems-thinking approach, drawing in diverse disciplinary perspectives to provide a holistic perspective. The curriculum is designed to explore complex real-world challenges and cutting-edge innovations to address them. This minor meets a growing interest of students and employers in environmental responsibility and sustainability. Engaging students in experiential learning, the program offers opportunities for research or service-learning. This hands-on approach enriches the academic experience and equips students to integrate environmental science principles into their chosen career paths.
Some majors may not be eligible to pair with this minor. See the Minor Restrictions list for details.
Worldwide Minor Requirements
| EVSC 142 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3 |
| EVSC 304 | Environmental Science | 3 |
| CHEM 110 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| or BIOL 120 | Foundations of Biology I | |
| WEAX 201 | Introduction to Meteorology | 3 |
| Choose One of the Following: | 3 | |
| Environmental Communication | ||
| Environmental Compliance and Safety | ||
| Self-Directed Exploration of Environmental Science | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Estimated Cost of Attendance: California Student Information