Environmental Science, Bachelor of Science Degree
Learn to tackle environmental challenges in various fields, to work in various disciplines, and to succeed in advanced degree programs.
About Environmental Science at Young Harris College
Environmental Science prepares students to tackle environmental challenges in various fields, to work in various disciplines, and to succeed in advanced degree programs.
Knowledgeable faculty help students to understand the natural science components of environmental issues while also exploring the social and economic factors involved. Students receive training in instrumentation and field techniques, learn to work collaboratively with others, and consider the ethical implications of environmental problems.
The environmental science faculty often involve students in projects with numerous entities locally, regionally, and nationally, including the Hemlock Project, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Conservation Section, MountainTrue, and the Appalachian Teaching Project.
Environmental Science degree requirements
To graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from YHC, you’ll take 120 hours of coursework.
General Education:
Electives:
Program courses:
Some of our most popular environmental science classes include:
BIOL 3201 Conservation Biology:
