Environmental Science, Technology & Policy B.S. ~ Typical Course Pathways
We have developed a couple of sample pathways (i.e. semester-by-semester course plans) to help you navigate a timely route to graduation. For Environmental Science, Technology & Policy majors, this involves taking many (or at least several) courses that count for two University Learning Requirements (ULRs) or for both a ULR and an Environmental Science, Technology & Policy Major Learning Outcome (MLO). Each of the following course pathways provides just one example of a course sequence you might follow to satisfy your ULRs, Graduation Learning Outcomes, and MLOs as an Environmental Science, Technology & Policy major, and assumes that you have already completed the coursework identified on the Preparation page.
These pathways are only samples; your pathway may differ depending on your chosen concentration within our major, your interests, your career goals, and other factors. Most science courses have prerequisites that must be completed before you can enroll, so you'll need to consult the course descriptions or speak with an Environmental Science, Technology & Policy advisor to make sure that you will be fulfilling all the prerequisites if you plan an alternate pathway. We recommend strongly that you meet regularly (at least once each semester) with your Environmental Science, Technology & Policy advisor. Your advisor will work with you to design an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) that fits your career goals and your scheduling constraints (e.g., employment, family care obligations, and so on) while meeting all requirements for graduation. Your advisor can also keep you up-to-date on internship opportunities and new courses, connect you with future employers, and provide other assistance. It's never too early to talk to an Environmental Science, Technology & Policy advisor. To communicate with an Advisor, please contact the Science & Environmental Policy (SEP) Office.
Remember, these pathways are suggestions only, not prescribed programs of study. You can use them (along with the requirements for specific Environmental Science, Technology & Policy concentrations) to get a feel for what you can do in this program. You and your advisors can use them as a starting point for building your Individual Learning Plan.
For graduate/professional school admissions and many career opportunities, maintaining a high GPA is important. Therefore, it's important to be realistic about your course load. If you work or participate extensively in extracurricular activities, we advise that you adjust your schedule to include winter term, summer term, or additional semesters so that you do not take more than 12-16 units in any one semester. Please consult an Environmental Science, Technology & Policy advisor or the web schedule for course scheduling details.