BSc in Physical Sciences - Environmental Science in Hammond United States | Purdue University Northwest

If you care deeply about our planet, our physical sciences degree with an environmental science focus can equip you for a meaningful career. This program offers the chemical and physical education necessary for impactful work in areas like environmental assessment, pollution cleanup, climate policy, weather science, and marine studies. Our coursework mirrors environmental science's multidisciplinary approach. Concentrating on the physical dimensions of the field, this program delivers comprehensive understanding of the chemical and earth science principles needed to address challenges ranging from contaminated land restoration to global warming.
Throughout this program, you'll develop skills to tackle pressing environmental concerns, including land decontamination, improving air quality, minimizing residential waste, and ensuring water purity. You'll study how substances travel through ecosystems and affect both human wellbeing and natural habitats. We prioritize analytical reasoning, information interpretation, and effective communication as core components of your research training.