Program Overview
A world of change.
The challenges associated with both human-induced climate change and natural climate variability call for professionals that are well-versed in environmental sciences and natural resources management, and students of the Climate Change and Solutions program are primed to address and mitigate those challenges.
You will gain the expertise needed for this field with a diverse blend of geography, geology and climate change courses that explore water availability, human migration, climate-driven natural disasters and geopolitical and economic security.
Students gain exposure to real-world climate mitigation solutions and will have the climate change, programming and data analytics background necessary for careers in climatology, land management agencies, non-government organizations and other similar fields.
Degree Fit
This degree could be a good fit if you:
- Are concerned about the climate-related challenges facing our world
- Want to be a part of the solution in mitigating climate change
- Enjoy all of the varied physical sciences
- Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Career Outcomes
With this degree, you could become a/an:
- Climate change scientist
- Climate impacts consultant
- Climate mitigation consultant
- Environmental consultant
- Risk assessment/compliance specialist
- Regulatory specialist
- Environmental planner
- Land management
Location
Moscow
Availability
Available On-Campus
Program Outline
Careers:
- Climate change scientist
- Climate impacts consultant
- Climate mitigation consultant
- Environmental consultant
- Risk assessment/compliance specialist
- Regulatory specialist
- Environmental planner
- Land management
Other:
- The program is designed for students who are concerned about the climate-related challenges facing the world and want to be a part of the solution in mitigating climate change.
- Students will gain the expertise needed for this field with a diverse blend of geography, geology, and climate change courses that explore water availability, human migration, climate-driven natural disasters, and geopolitical and economic security.
- Students will gain exposure to real-world climate mitigation solutions and will have the climate change, programming, and data analytics background necessary for careers in climatology, land management agencies, non-government organizations, and other similar fields.
The University of Idaho (U of I) is a public land-grant research university located in Moscow, Idaho. Established on January 30, 1889, and opening its doors on October 3, 1892, it was the state's sole university for 71 years until 1963
Overview
- Type: Public land-grant research university
- Enrollment (Fall 2023): Approximately 11,849 students, including 9,796 undergraduates and 1,929 graduate students
- Campus Size: 1,585 acres
- Mascot: Joe Vandal
- Athletics: Competes in NCAA Division I FCS – Big Sky Conference
Academics
U of I offers over 200 areas of study for undergraduate and graduate students . The university comprises ten colleges and schools, including:
- College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
- College of Art and Architecture
- College of Business and Economics
- College of Education, Health and Human Sciences
- College of Engineering
- College of Graduate Studies
- College of Law
- College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences
- College of Natural Resources
- College of Science.
Campus and Facilities
The Moscow campus features:
- Administration Building: An iconic Collegiate Gothic-style structure with an 80-foot clock tower .
- Bruce M. Pitman Center: A hub for student services, including financial aid, admissions, and student media.
- Kibbie Dome: A multi-purpose indoor stadium for various sports and events.
- Arboretum and Botanical Garden: A 65-acre site with diverse plant species .
