Environmental Science

Bachelor of Science

At ACU, we believe a Christian worldview requires stewardship of God’s creation. Environmental issues are not simply technical problems – they also have political, sociological and even spiritual aspects. A career in environmental science offers you many ways to help address those challenges in meaningful ways. Whatever your interest may be, ACU offers flexibility to fit your specific calling to Christian stewardship.
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At ACU, we believe a Christian worldview requires stewardship of God’s creation. Environmental issues are not simply technical problems – they also have political, sociological and even spiritual aspects. A career in environmental science offers you many ways to help address those challenges in meaningful ways. Whatever your interest may be, ACU offers flexibility to fit your specific calling to Christian stewardship.

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December 1

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January 15

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The Department of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences focuses on the Christian stewardship of sustainable agricultural and environmental systems.

B.S. in Environmental Science

Degree Details

Find important details about this and related degree plan. Explore the tracks available with this major.

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Tracks

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Environmental Sustainability
Wildlife and Natural Resource Management

Required Hours

University Hours: 56
Major Hours: 64-67 (Choice of 4 tracks)*
Electives: 5-8

Total required: 128 credit hours*

*Based on track selection

Example Coursework

  • Plant Science
  • Energy Resources
  • Wildlife Ecology
  • Environmental Law and Policy

Minor Option?

Yes! ACU offers a minor in this study. You can learn more about this minor by viewing the catalog or explore all of the minors available at the button below.

UNDERGRADUATE MINORS

Department

Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

Career Options

Consider the wide range of exciting careers available with a bachelor’s in environmental science.

Geoscientist
Occupation health and safety specialist
Environmental engineer
Ecologist
Forensic Scientist

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Beyond Campus

Take your educational experiences outside the classroom by joining an international mission trip, undertaking a service learning project and obtaining an awarding internship.

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STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

Careers

Students in science class

Maybe you’re drawn to the adventure of the outdoors, or perhaps you feel a strong obligation to become an advocate for nature. Whatever your interest may be, ACU offers flexibility to fit your specific calling to Christian stewardship. As an environmental science graduate, you’ll be  prepared for a variety of careers, including:

  • Geoscientist
  • Occupation health and safety specialist
  • Mining engineer
  • Environmental engineer
  • Ecologist
  • Climatologist
  • Forensic Scientist
  • Geographer
  • Meteorologist
  • Nature conservation officer

Internships and student job opportunities

Full-time career opportunities