About Environmental Science

The study of Environmental Science is concerned with natural and modified environments and their interactions with biological systems, including human. Students gain an understanding of the environmental and ecological context, including positive and negative impacts, and methods to analyze, interrelate, and resolve these complex systems. This program is designed to meet a wide variety of academic goals.

At Green River College you may begin your studies by taking courses that prepare you to be "major ready" and transfer to a university. While you are taking your major prerequisites within your transfer degree, you can focus your distribution choices and elective credits toward meeting your educational goals and area of interest.

All transferability of classes to four-year institutions is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Students should contact an advisor at the college to which they intend to transfer.

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Career Outlook

In Environmental Science, you can work to keep our air and water clean, protect animals and plants, and solve problems like pollution and climate change.

Here are some jobs you can get with an Environmental Science degree:

  • Environmental Scientist – studies problems in nature and finds ways to fix them
  • Wildlife Biologist – studies animals and helps protect them
  • Park Ranger – takes care of parks and teaches people about nature
  • Recycling Manager – helps people and businesses reduce waste
  • Water Quality Specialist – makes sure our drinking water is safe and clean

You might work outdoors, in a lab, or in an office. You can work for the government, schools, or companies that care about the Earth.

 

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