Geography students in this program gain an interdisciplinary perspective regarding environmental issues with a solid foundation in physical and cultural geography courses. Environmental electives are chosen from the fields of fisheries, wildlife, resource planning, forestry, ecosystem management, and agriculture.

Environmental Studies provides a broad understanding of the natural and social environments and seeks to equip students with an ability to find balanced solutions to global environmental problems.

Earth science, government/social studies, biology, chemistry. Strong writing and speaking skills are highly recommended.

Environmental Studies incorporates solid introductory geography courses with selected environmental electives based on advisor/student discussions. National and international exchanges are strongly encouraged for a true global experience.

Geography students meet regularly to plan field trips and sponsor guest speakers related to current issues.

Examples of career opportunities for Environmental Studies graduates are state and federal resource management agencies, mapping technology (Geographic Information Systems/remote sensing/ cartography) urban and regional land planning and graduate research.

UAF Geography Department
UAF Catalog Description
Environmental Studies degree worksheet (PDF)

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