Environmental Studies, BA

Environmental Studies at New England College is an amazing opportunity for those who wish to make their mark in a rapidly growing profession.

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Overview

After completing core courses in environmental policy, ethics, economics, and research methods, students get to select courses from a variety of expertise areas, including Conservation Biology, Energy and the Environment, Geographic Information Systems, Soil Science, Solid Waste Management, Water Resources, and Wetlands.

Students gain professional experience through internships, in-depth investigations, and professional collaborations, and they have an opportunity to complete another major or minor in a related program such as Outdoor Education.

Program Details

Live What You Learn
- Exciting, résumé-building internships with leading environmental organizations
- Analytical courses that provide hands-experience in biology, ecology, chemistry, calculus, environmental policy, ethics, economics, environmental sustainability, and research methods
- Year-long research projects on a topic developed in collaboration with faculty and outside collaborators
- Travel courses on tropical marine biology, which include 10 days of field research in Belize
- Travel courses on social justice and community service, which include 10 days of research and service in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast region of the United States
- International summer internships and research programs in destinations like Cost Rica and Panama
Career Opportunities
- Nonprofit organizations such as the Conservation League of Voters, the Sierra Club, the National Audubon Society, and many others
- State and federal agencies such as the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, United States Fish and Wildlife, New Hampshire (NH) Department of Environmental Services, NH Fish and Game, NH Department of Transportation, NH Public Utilities Commission, and many others
- Wastewater Operations
- Solid Waste Management
- Environmental Consulting
- Sustainability Coordination
- Environmental Education

Recognition and Rankings

NEC Ranked Top College in New Hampshire

New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as a leading college in the state, as acknowledged by Intelligent.com, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.

NEC Ranked Leading College in New Hampshire

New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as a leading college in NH, as acknowledged by EduRank, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.

NEC Ranked Top College in New Hampshire

New England College in New Hampshire has earned recognition as one of the best colleges in New Hampshire, as acknowledged by Academic Influence, a credible source for evaluating higher education programs.

Faculty

Mark Mitch

Associate Professor, Environmental Science
Phone: 603.428.2354
Email: mmitch@nec.edu

Degree Requirements

Requirements

(39+ Credits)

Students must complete 8 credits from the following list of courses:

Liberal Arts & Sciences Core Curriculum, Bachelor's Degree

Electives

Select additional electives to reach 120 credits for a Bachelor's degree.