Protect our planet
This program focuses on the physical, chemical and biological conditions of the environment, and teaches you how to develop solutions to environmental problems.
You'll learn to turn scientific theory into real-world solutions. Courses comprise lecture and lab sessions that support two specialized tracks of study: land, air and water resources, and discipline specialization. These enable you to pursue your specific interests in the field.
Why study environmental science?
Classrooms provide the framework, but you'll also work alongside faculty members on essential research. When you study environmental science at ĢƵ, you'll have practical experience and scientific expertise when entering the workforce:
You'll gain expert knowledge in:
- Ecological and planetary systems
- natural ecosystems and the interconnected factors shaping Earth's environment.
- Environmental policy
- past and present regulations, frameworks and sustainability policies.
- Scientific analysis and monitoring
- chemical analysis techniques and instrumentation for ambient air quality monitoring
- physical, chemical and biological properties of soil and water
- Laboratory and research
- best practices for operating laboratory equipment alongside advanced research skills to synthesize complex, multi-source data
You'll also strengthen essential workplace skills in critical thinking, project management, time management and conflict mediation.
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Is a concentration required?
Yes. You'll choose between:
Land, air and water resources
Discipline specialization
Career prospects with a bachelor's in environmental science
Our environmental science graduates are studying and helping the environment with industry scientists, environmental consultants and investigators, laboratory technicians and government agency scientists.
We're proud to know our environmental science graduates have successful careers with a wide variety of organizations.
Choose your concentration
Decide whether you want to focus on the physical systems that sustain our world or craft a degree tailored to your unique interests.
Requirements for admission to ĢƵ
All applicants must meet the undergraduate admission requirements. Select the option that best describes you:
- First-year student (have never enrolled in college)
- Transfer student (have enrolled in college)
- All other applicants
Ready to complete your application?
Undergraduate applications are accepted online. Apply using ApplyTexas or Common App. Both are fine, just only submit one.
Priority deadlines
ĢƵ has rolling admissions. That means you can apply to the university anytime. Although, applying early has financial and housing benefits. Make sure to check with your specific department! Some programs need extra paperwork by a certain date to consider you for the upcoming semester.
Questions?
Get in touch! We're here to help.
Department of Environmental and Geospatial Sciences
, Suite 312
