Environmental Science - Cottey College

Environmental Science from Cottey College is a Campus Associate Enviroment degree that prepares you for a Science career. Environmental science is an interdisciplinary field of science. Because the problems that affect the environment are complex, it requires an imaginative approach and a clear understanding of the different areas of science such as chemistry, biology, and physics. You must know how to evaluate both the physical and biological processes and their interactions to show how the environment works. A degree in Environmental Science can prepare you for a career in research, education, environmental law, regulatory compliance, or government. Typically a master's degree is preferred, and is required in the fields of research and teaching. Career Opportunities Students graduating with a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science often find themselves in one of two industries: private for-profit, or the government sector. Private industries include lumber and paper, environmental consulting, as well as farming. The government sector includes managing public parks and forests, environmental compliance, and government regulation. Approximately one fourth of graduates in environmental science will go on to earn a postgraduate degree in environmental sciences , business, agriculture, or biological sciences. A master's degree is required for entry level research and education and a Ph.D. is required for high-level research. A small portion go on to earn a professional degree in law. View more details on Cottey College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Enviroment courses.