BA in Environmental Analysis and Policy in Boston United States | Boston University

Students majoring in Environmental Analysis & Policy receive comprehensive training in social sciences with a focused specialization in environmental studies. The program equips them to understand the societal and organizational contexts surrounding environmental planning, resource management, and policy development. Coursework incorporates natural and physical sciences to provide foundational knowledge of environmental challenges' biological and physical dimensions. Graduates develop robust analytical skills increasingly demanded by government bodies, consulting agencies, and nonprofit organizations engaged in environmental assessment and energy policy formulation.

Program Objectives
Acquire understanding of (a) contemporary environmental concerns and their connections to (b) core principles from social sciences (including microeconomics plus sociology, anthropology, political science/international relations, or law) and (c) fundamental natural science concepts (spanning physics, chemistry, or biology).
Master quantitative and qualitative analytical frameworks and methodologies for evaluating environmental challenges and assessing policy effectiveness.
Develop proficiency in data analysis and simulation modeling to evaluate human and ecological impacts from environmental stressors (such as pollution) and corresponding policy solutions.