Cambridge, MA
United States
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Earth and Environmental Science
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Gain a deep understanding of nature, the history of life and humanity, and the complexities of human-environment interactions. Learn how human activity affects our soil, air, water, as well as plant and animal life. You’ll examine the ways in which these systems rely on each other, and how our health is connected to the planet’s health.
Our program has three tracks: biology and earth science, education, and environmental health. You can follow a track that prepares you to conduct research, teach, or become an advocate. Whatever you choose, you’ll be ready to pursue a range of careers or graduate study.
Degree Name Degree Type Degree Features B.A. in Earth and Environmental Science Bachelor's -
Environmental Studies
Develop a broad and deep understanding of our dependencies on the natural world, and the pressing environmental challenges facing us and future generations. Investigate creative solutions to environmental problems. Learn how to connect research concepts to issues of social concern, such as global warming. You’ll gain the professional skills for a future in law, policy, education, business and more.
Master the research and critical thinking skills that are in high demand today. Learn to examine issues through the lenses of social sciences, humanities, policy, business management, psychology, health, fine arts, and more. Internships throughout Greater Boston prepare you for a career in new and evolving fields, such as environmental education, policy, law, journalism, and nonprofit work. And as a result of being required to pair the Environmental Studies major with a related double major or minor, you'll strengthen your ability to apply an environmental perspective to any career path you choose
Degree Name Degree Type Degree Features B.A. in Environmental Studies Bachelor's Minor in Environmental Studies Other Minor Minor in Environmental Science Other Minor