Bachelor of Science - Earth and Environmental Science - Earth Sciences

Earth science is geology and more; it provides foundational knowledge of how the planet works and applies knowledge of the natural process of global change to understanding our current environmental conditions.

The earth sciences major at WSU prepares students with the skills to engage in some of the most challenging problems, such as responsible exploration for and extraction and use of natural resources, understanding consequences of global climate change, and reducing human suffering and property loss from natural hazards.

In the integrated curriculum of WSU’s School of the Environment, students will explore and understand the Earth’s physical and environmental processes. Along the way, they’ll have unbeatable opportunities to experience the latest science and technology. With WSU professors as their mentors, students can even conduct their own research.

Get hands-on experience and learn from leading researchers in science labs and teaching programs like these:

• GeoAnalytical Laboratory

• Astrobiology Laboratory • Computational Geodynamic Laboratory

Work closely with professors who are nationally recognized experts in: • Geochemistry of large volcanic eruptions

• Exploration of chemical weathering on ecology, hydrology, geochemistry, and microbiology • Hydrothermal systems • Magma genesis in volcanic settings and rifting events • Astrobiology • Chemical and physical evolution of the Earth

Supplemental Pre-Professional tracks are available for students interested in pursuing further professional education. If there is interest in one of these tracks in addition to the degree, please let the recruiter know. The options are: • Pre-Dentistry • Pre-Law • Pre-Medicine • Pre-Nutrition & Exercise Physiology • Pre-Occupational Therapy • Pre-Optometry • Pre-Pharmacy • Pre-Physical Therapy • Pre-Physician Assistant • Pre-Speech & Hearing Sciences

• Pre-Veterinary Medicine