Program Overview
Confronting the human impact on earth.
The impact humans have exerted on earth is the core of what makes up the Earth and Spatial Sciences, and much of society’s most pressing needs calls for professionals in the evolved geological and geographic sciences. With a basis in climatology, hydrology, sustainability, geography and environment, you will be prepared to enter into a profession that can lead the way in solving those problems.
Senior Capstone Experience
Your time in the program cumulates in a senior capstone experience that includes field work and work collecting, integrating and interpreting data and observations. Take your knowledge with you into a career as a geographer, geologist, hydrologist or geographic information scientist in support of resource extraction, conservation and restoration that is crucial to the health of the state of Idaho and the nation.
Degree Fit
This degree could be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy science in relation to the physical earth and its properties
- Want to be a part of the solution in addressing nationwide climate change concerns
- Like analyzing data and applying the results
- Want to develop sustainable strategies for resource and energy development
Career Outcomes
With this degree, you could become a/an:
- Climate change scientist
- Hydrologist
- Geographer
- Spatial Analyst
- Environmental consultant
- Risk assessment/compliance specialist
- Environmental planner
- Land management
Areas of Emphasis
- Earth and Spatial Sciences: Geography and Global Sustainability
- Earth and Spatial Sciences: Geological Sciences
- Earth and Spatial Sciences: Hydrology and Climate
Location
Moscow
Availability
Available On-Campus
Program Outline
Careers:
- Climate change scientist
- Hydrologist
- Geographer
- Spatial Analyst
- Environmental consultant
- Risk assessment/compliance specialist
- Environmental planner
- Land management
Other:
- The program focuses on the human impact on earth.
- The program provides a basis in climatology, hydrology, sustainability, geography, and environment.
- The program culminates in a senior capstone experience that includes field work and work collecting, integrating, and interpreting data and observations.
- The program prepares students for careers in resource extraction, conservation, and restoration.
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 .