The focus of the ES track is on applying and integrating basic and applied sciences to solve complex environmental problems.
Students will use an understanding of biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics to develop a broad knowledge base in soil, hydrologic, atmospheric, and biological sciences.
"This track is geared toward students who are interested in a strong background in physical and biological sciences." —Prof. Brandy Toner
A Faculty Perspective
A Student's Perspective
Students will study the interaction between science and the functioning of urban, forested, and agricultural lands as well as hydrologic, atmospheric, soil, and wetland resources.
The ES track will also help students learn how to communicate scientific information to resource managers, policy makers, citizens, and other environmental professionals.
Sample Four-Year Plan
The sample plan below shows you one of several possible ways to complete this degree. Use Graduation Planner to make your customized plan, and work with your academic adviser to ensure that you are on track to graduate on time.
First Year
First Year
Fall Semester |
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ESPM 1001 Freshmen Orientation to Environmental Sciences, Policy, and Management (1 credit) (16 credits total) |
Spring Semester |
ESPM 2021 Environmental Sciences: Integrated Problem Solving (3 credits) (14 credits total) |
Second Year
Second Year
Fall Semester |
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ESPM 3271 Environmental Policy, Law, and Human Behavior (3 credits) (16 credits total) |
Spring Semester |
ESPM 1425 Introduction to Weather and Climate (4 credits) (15 credits total) |
Third Year
Third Year
Fall Semester |
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ESPM 3000 Seminar on Current Issues for ESPM (1 credit) (14 credits total) |
Spring Semester |
ESPM 3012 Statistical Methods for Environmental Scientists and Managers (4 credits) (15 credits total) |
Summer Semester |
SOIL 4511 Field Study of Soils (2 credits) (2 credits total) |
Fourth Year
Fourth Year
Fall Semester |
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ESPM 3612W - Soil and Environmental Biology (4 credits) (13 credits total) |
Spring Semester |
ESPM 4021W - Problem Solving: Environmental Review (4 credits) (15 credits total) |