Geology - Environmental Science, BA
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Degree/Program Type
- Bachelor of Arts / major
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Curriculum Guide
- College
- Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences (BCAS)
- School/Department
- Department of Geosciences
Program Contact
- Mr. John F. Beltz
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Professor of Instruction, Undergraduate Advisor
330 972-6687
Overview
Environmental science is the study of society’s relationship with the physical and biological world. This knowledge may be applied to understanding natural hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes and landslides; addressing problems associated with environmental contamination; and investigating earth’s history to understand the global climate change.
Core courses provide the fundamentals in:
- physical geology
- biology
- chemistry
Degree program can be tailored to a major field of interest by taking additional courses in the supporting sciences and mathematics.
Admissions Requirements
Students must meet the general admission requirements for The University of Akron.
Career Outcomes
A B.A. in Environmental Science prepares you for careers with environmental consulting firms, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and universities. You can work in areas such as hazard assessment, environmental remediation, sustainability planning, and scientific research. Career opportunities continue to grow for geoscientists, especially as governments and industries establish policies to safeguard the environment.
Geoscientists work:
in industries related to oil and gas, mining, and water resources
in private and government agencies specializing in environmental studies
as independent consultants on issues such as water pollution and soil erosion
in university settings, teaching and conducting research
Graduates with work experience through academic laboratories, internships, fellowships, or co-ops stand out among job seekers and are well-positioned for advancement or graduate study in environmental science and related fields.
Say YES to Geosciences
Discover the spaces, resources and opportunities that make geosciences at Akron a place to learn, explore and connect.
Modern Learning Spaces
Newly renovated Crouse Hall
Study in renovated Crouse Hall with modern classrooms, auditoriums and collaborative learning spaces.
Advanced Resources
State-of-the-Art Labs
Analyze rock, sediment, and water using advanced instrumentation, including scanning electron microscopes and geochemistry facilities.
Explore our Labs
Field experience
Learn Outdoors
Study rocks, landscapes and environmental systems during field trips and hands-on geological exploration.
Hands-On Learning
From field trips to research, gain real-world experience that prepares you for careers in the geosciences.
Summer Field Camp
Spend five weeks in South Dakota and Wyoming mapping, collecting data, and interpreting geology alongside faculty mentors.
Research with Faculty
Work alongside faculty to investigate rocks, water and environmental change using modern field and laboratory techniques.
Study Earth Systems
Investigate water resources, environmental change and Earth processes that shape landscapes and ecosystems.