The Environmental Earth Science major focuses broadly on the natural sciences, using earth science as a base to expand outward. Interrelationships are key to this course of study—the emphasis is on how the physical, biological, and chemical processes at the earth's surface affect each other. The interdisciplinary nature of environmental earth science will bridge a wide range of interests by incorporating classes in biology, hydrology, hazardous waste management, ecology, and natural resources.
This track is excellent preparation for graduate study in environmental science, but it also provides a strong foundation for work within governmental agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency, Bureau of Land Management, United States Geological Survey or consulting firms. Additional possibilities are broader involvement in land use through planning, business, policy, law or management. If you are interested in teaching science in elementary or secondary education, this is a great way to obtain a good science foundation.
EPS majors pageor visit Catherine Pauling, the Student Affairs Officer, at 305 McCone Hall or (510) 643-4068, or e-mail or Prof. Bill Berry, The faculty advisor, at 485 McCone Hall or (510) 642-3925 or e-mail.
- Lower Division Requirements
- Upper Division Requirements
- Electives
- View Major at a Glance
Lower Division Required Courses
- EPS 50 (4) The Planet Earth
- Math 16A (3), Math 16B (3) or Math 1A (4), Math 1B (4)
- Physics 8A (4), Physics 8B (4) or Physics 7A (4), Physics 7B (4)
- Chem 1A (4) General Chemistry
- Biology 1B (4) General Biology
