Environmental Science at Â鶹ŮÀÉ (Â鶹ŮÀÉ) is about understanding and solving the complex challenges facing our environment. You’ll explore how people interact with natural systems, analyze issues like environmental health, resource management, and policy, and gain the skills to address urgent problems such as habitat loss, climate change, and pollution. This area of study is interdisciplinary, connecting biology, chemistry, earth science, and human-environment interactions to prepare you for real-world impact.
About Environmental Science at Â鶹ŮÀÉ
At Â鶹ŮÀÉ, Environmental Science stands out for its hands-on, flexible approach. You’ll work alongside faculty on research tied directly to restoration and management projects—especially in South Florida’s unique ecosystems. The curriculum is designed so you can tailor your studies to your interests, whether you want to focus on fieldwork, policy, or advanced research. Â鶹ŮÀÉ’s location and partnerships give you access to coastal, marine, and freshwater environments, and your work will help guide real decisions for resource managers and communities.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate
- Undergraduate Certificate in Environmental Science
Graduate
- Master of Science in Environmental Science (thesis and non-thesis options)
- Graduate Certificate in Environmental Restoration Ìý
- Ph.D. in Integrative Biology – Environmental Science concentration
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Develop the ability to analyze and address environmental challenges using interdisciplinary approaches.
3. Prepare for careers or further study in research, management, policy, or education related to the environment.
2. Communicate findings and solutions clearly to diverse audiences.
3. Use quantitative and qualitative tools to assess environmental data.
4. Work collaboratively on projects that address real-world environmental problems.
5. Demonstrate ethical and informed decision-making in environmental contexts.
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