Arizona State University New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences 97 courses 120 total credits
The Bachelor of Science program in environmental science with a concentration in environmental justice is dedicated to finding equitable solutions to the challenges posed by pollution, limited resources and climate change. The study of human impact on Earth's ecosystems and resources has become increasingly important. This program is founded on established scientific research in organismal and ecosystem biology, chemistry, hydrology and water resources, and geographic information systems. This concentration applies an interdisciplinary approach to studying environmental issues from the perspective of moral theories, social systems and environmental research. Rounding out your preparation, the program includes a focus on the management, advocacy and communication skills necessary in various environmentally specific careers. You are prepared to find equitable and innovative solutions to today's critical environmental challenges, including pollution and climate change, from the perspective of marginalized communities that may benefit from having their voices magnified. The program's distinguished faculty conduct research worldwide and engage you in creating new environmental policies and scientific knowledge that'll impact a rapidly changing world.
| Total Credits | 120 credits |
New College Residency Requirement
A minimum of 12 upper-division credit hours used toward the major requirements must be taken from the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search.
Biology Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 181 | General Biology I | 4 |
| BIO 182 | General Biology II | 4 |
| BIO 320 | Fundamentals of Ecology | 3 |
| LSC 322 | Fundamentals of Ecology Laboratory | 1 |
| Total Biology Core | 12 credits | |
Biology Core - Complete one of the following:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 353 | Cell Biology | 3-4 |
| LSC 347 | Fundamentals of Genetics | 3-4 |
| BIO 370 | Vertebrate Zoology | 3-4 |
| BIO 385 | Comparative Invertebrate Zoology | 3-4 |
Biology Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 422 | Ecosystem Ecology | 3 |
| Total Biology Core | 3 credits | |
Chemistry Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHM 113 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHM 116 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHM 231 | Elementary Organic Chemistry | 3 |
| CHM 235 | Elementary Organic Chemistry Laboratory | |
| CHM 233 | General Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHM 237 | General Organic Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
| CHM 302 | Environmental Chemistry | 3 |
| Total Chemistry Core | 15 credits | |
Environmental Science Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENV 201 | Fundamentals of Environmental Science | 3 |
| ENV 345 | Spatial Analysis in the Environmental Sciences | 3 |
| ENV 410 | Soil Science | 4 |
| ENV 485 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 3 |
| Total Environmental Science Core | 13 credits | |
Environmental Science Core - Complete one of the following:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PLB 300 | Plant Diversity and Evolution | 3-4 |
| PLB 302 | Plants and Civilization | 3-4 |
| PLB 388 | STEM Research Fundamentals | 3-4 |
| ENV 412 | Carbon, Climate and Photosynthesis | 3-4 |
| PLB 412 | Carbon, Climate and Photosynthesis | 3-4 |
Environmental Justice Concentration
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENV 200 | Introduction to Justice in the Environment | 3 |
| IAS 200 | Introduction to Justice in the Environment | 3 |
| JHR 200 | Introduction to Justice in the Environment | 3 |
| ENV 440 | Deconstructing Justice in the Environment: Measurements, Policies and Societal Implications | 3 |
| IAS 407 | Environmental Philosophy and Policy | 3 |
| PHI 407 | Environmental Philosophy and Policy | 3 |
| SOC 331 | Environmental Sociology | 3 |
| Total Environmental Justice Concentration | 12 credits | |
Environmental Justice Concentration - Environmental Justice Electives:
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Environmental Science Capstone - Upper Division Environmental Science Capstone:
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New College Proficiency - Global and Civic Engagement
Upper Division Global and Civic Engagement Requirement: satisfied through completion of six credits of upper-division courses with a Global Communities, Societies and Individuals (GCSI) or Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI) designation, in addition to the courses used to meet the university general studies requirements; or completion of three credits from an ASU-approved global education program. Adjustment to upper-division and elective hours is required if a lower-division global education course is used. 6 credit hours
Interdisciplinary Requirements
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ECN 212 | Microeconomic Principles | 3 |
| GLG 101 | Introduction to Geology I (Physical) | 3 |
| ENV 103 | Introduction to Geology I: Laboratory | |
| GLG 103 | Introduction to Geology I: Laboratory | |
| GLG 108 | Water Planet | 3 |
| Total Interdisciplinary Requirements | 7 credits | |
Interdisciplinary Requirements - Complete one of the following:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAT 210 | Brief Calculus | 3-4 |
| MAT 251 | Calculus for Life Sciences | 3-4 |
| MAT 270 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry I | 3-4 |
Interdisciplinary Requirements
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHY 101 | Introduction to Physics | 4 |
| PHY 111 | General Physics | 3 |
| PHY 113 | General Physics Laboratory | 1 |
| STP 226 or STP 280 | Elements of Statistics or Probability and Statistics for Researchers | 3 |
| Total Interdisciplinary Requirements | 7 credits | |
ASU 101 or College-Specific First-Year Seminar
ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NEW 101 or IAS 300 | The ASU New College Experience or Career Strategies and Personal Resilience | 1-3 |
First-Year Composition
All baccalaureate degree students must fulfill university graduation requirements, including a minimum of 120 credit hours, with at least 45 credit hours in upper-division courses. All undergraduate students must complete General Studies requirements. Mathematics Placement Assessment score determines placement in first mathematics course. Students should work with their academic advisor, and consider course prerequisites, in order to complete all degree requirements in four years. For student resources, including academic advising appointment scheduling, forms and policies, internship information, involvement or research opportunities, and more, visit New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences homepage. Students interested in pursuing health-related professional and graduate programs including Pre-Health 101 Workshops and Pre-Health Advising should explore pre-health resources. Students interested in pursuing law-related professional and graduate programs should explore pre-law resources. Career preparation resources are available through Career Services.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 102 | First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 105 | Advanced First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 107 | First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 108 | First-Year Composition | |
| Total First-Year Composition | 6 credits | |
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