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  4. BA in Interdisciplinary Studies in Earth System Science

BA in Interdisciplinary Studies in Earth System Science

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Long Island University Post

Program Overview

Earth System Science examines the interrelations of the lithosphere (solid Earth), hydrosphere (water, including oceans), biosphere (life), and atmosphere (air), recognizing the influence of human beings as agents of change. Students will obtain a scientific understanding of Earth systems through courses in geology, geography, biology and chemistry as well as an understanding of humans relationship to the Earth through courses in the social sciences, including conservation, economics, and urban planning. With an understanding of the interrelations of the physical realms of the Earth, graduates will be prepared to develop solutions to help human beings use the Earth and its resources more wisely.

Program Key Stats

$47890 (Annual cost)
Rolling


81 %

Eligibility Criteria

2.8
30
70

1000
6
80

Additional Information & Requirements

LIU online or paper application, Common Application, Essay, Letter of recommendation, Official high school transcript; final high school transcript with proof of graduation is required after admission and before classes begin, SAT and/or ACT scores, IELTS/TOEFL scores (international applicants)

Career Options

  • Graduates of the Department of Earth and Environmental Science go on to work in governmental agencies
  • environmental conservation and consulting firms
  • primary and secondary school districts
  • meteorology
  • climatology
  • urban ecology and farming
  • urban and regional planning
  • landscape design
  • nonprofit organizations and advocacy groups
  • private construction
  • engineering
  • and development firms

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