Earth System Science (ESS) is an interdisciplinary field of study that examines the physical and chemical nature of the environment in various media (as well as atmosphere, rivers, lakes, oceans, soils, and lithosphere), their interaction with each other and with biological systems. ESS emphasizes the examination of human impacts on these complex environmental processes and the long term sustainability of living systems.
Earth System Science Pathway Requirements
The 78 major credits must be completed in MATRICULATED STATUS. In addition to the 78 credits within the major, complete 12 credits of general electives.
All BIS and/or BES 3xx and 4xx courses are under development.
28 Credits
ESS Core Course Requirements
15 Credits
ESS Distribution Requirements
25 Credits
- Environmental Science (5 credits)
- Methods & Practices (10 credits)
- Society & Environment (5 credits)
- Environmental Policy & Management (5 credits)
Capstone
10 Credits
- BES 462, 463, 464 Capstone or approved Independent Research
General Electives
12 Credits
NOTE: Within the credits taken in the IAS curriculum, students must complete 10 credits each in Visual, Literary and Performing Arts (VLPA); Individuals & Societies (I&S); and Natural World (NW).
200-level Coursework
Up to 35 credits of 200-level coursework taken at UWB may be applied toward designated requirements within the 90 program credits. Please contact an IAS adviser for details.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Environmental Science (ES) Core & Affiliate Faculty and Staff
Warren Gold (faculty coordinator), Christy Cherrier, Martha Groom, Cinnamon Hillyard, Dan Jaffe, Becca Price, Dave Stokes, Rob Turner, Rob Estes