BSc in Environmental Science in Newark United States | University of Delaware

Pursuing environmental science at UD equips you with knowledge about how natural systems function and humanity's influence on them. For those who love nature, this major provides tools to address ecological challenges including wildlife habitat preservation, green infrastructure, aquatic health, species diversity, global warming, clean energy alternatives, and other concerns. The program combines interdisciplinary methods to examine air, water, land, and living systems, allowing you to focus your expertise through specialized tracks. U.S. labor statistics project environmental science careers will expand 8% more rapidly than general employment from 2019 through 2029.

The environmental science program's undergraduate research opportunities, practical coursework, and direct mentorship from field professionals make graduates attractive candidates for employers and advanced degree programs seeking to reconcile community needs with ecological preservation. Beyond conventional lectures and lab work, your studies may take you to nearby sites like White Clay Creek - a protected watershed originating on campus - or to distant Arctic zones and tropical islands during winter study abroad programs.