The purpose of the Science of the Environment Concentration is to prepare biology majors for environmental careers. Students are required to complete 19-20 hours of course work (undergraduate research included) to fulfill the requirements of this concentration.
Learning Outcomes
- Design and conduct a scientific study to investigate biological systems.
- Articulate and apply the concepts of cellular biology, organismal biology, ecology and evolution.
- Explain the molecular basis of heredity and the processes of biological evolution.
- Integrate the knowledge they have obtained across their biology course work to address applied issues.
- Communicate effectively in written and oral scientific formats.
- Understand the core concepts in genetics, ecology and molecular biology.
- Develop strong analytical and lab skills.
- Apply biological knowledge to solve environmental and health-related issues.
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On-campus
$46,140*
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Bright OutlookTeach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$84,620
Wage Range
$52,150 – $169,900
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Doctoral degree, Post-doctoral training, Master’s degree
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in environmental science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$94,980
Wage Range
$57,780 – $164,190
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Doctoral degree, Post-doctoral training, Master’s degree
Biological Technicians
Assist biological and medical scientists. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, collect data and samples, make observations, and calculate and record
Assist biological and medical scientists. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, collect data and samples, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.
Median Annual Wage
$57,510
Wage Range
$40,330 – $84,940
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health
Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or
Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.
Median Annual Wage
$55,090
Wage Range
$38,170 – $94,160
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent
Biologists
Research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions.
Median Annual Wage
$98,920
Wage Range
$60,430 – $168,010
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Post-doctoral training
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.
Median Annual Wage
$98,920
Wage Range
$60,430 – $168,010
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-doctoral training, Doctoral degree
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