Minor in Environmental Science

About

The Environmental Science minor is a great asset for many majors. In the minor, you’ll get a foundation in biology and physical geology. You’ll also study chemistry and get a thorough introduction to environmental science. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of electives in biology, chemistry and geology.

Curriculum & Requirements

What You'll Learn

The following information comes from the official EWU catalog, which outlines all degree requirements and serves as the guide to earning a degree. Courses are designed to provide a well-rounded and versatile degree, covering a wide range of subject areas.

Environmental Science Minor

Required Courses
BIOL 171BIOLOGY I5
BIOL 172BIOLOGY II5
CHEM 121CHEMISTRY AND ITS ROLE IN SOCIETY5
ENVS 100INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE5
GEOS 111THE EARTH'S INTERIOR5
or GEOS 100 DISCOVERING GEOLOGY
GEOS 112THE EARTH'S SURFACE5
or GEOS 113 THE EARTH'S CLIMATE AND WEATHER
Elective–choose one elective course at the 200-level or above in either BIOL, CHEM or GEOS, subject to approval by advisor or program director4-5
Total Credits34-35