Applied Geosciences: Sustainability BS Degree
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
This degree path is appropriate for students whose career goal is to work in the environmental or sustainability fields. The curriculum provides a rigorous applied education designed for students who wish to move directly into the sustainability and environmental fields after graduation. Concentration courses highlight skills and experiences sought after by employers within these fields.
WORK PROSPECTS
This major is designed to emphasize applied skills in the geosciences necessary for careers in sustainability, environmental remediation, public policy, hydrogeology, coastal zone management, watershed management, and scientific research in related fields.
Are you fascinated by sustainability but not committed to changing your major?
Consider declaring a Sustainability of Earth Resources minor. This minor provides an opportunity for students to engage in the science of natural resource sustainability through multi-disciplinary coursework. This minor is open to all students and is an excellent complement to a major in geography, political sciences, or sociology.
Sustainability of Earth Resources minor QUESTIONS?
Feel free to reach out to the Geological Science department chairperson with any questions: Sara Mana, smana@salemstate.edu.