Program Overview

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Environmental Science Program Details

Overview

The Environmental Science program at North Seattle College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the natural world and the impact of human activity on the environment. The program focuses on developing interdisciplinary skills related to the environment, incorporating and communicating fundamental concepts and principles of environmental science to daily life.

Program Requirements

The program requires the completion of 90-103 units, which can be finished in 7 quarters on a full-time schedule. The curriculum includes a combination of general education courses, science and math courses, and environmental science courses.

Course Structure

The program is structured into seven quarters, with a mix of required and elective courses. Some of the key courses include:

• ENVS&101: Introduction to Environmental Science
• MATH&141: Precalculus I
• CHEM&161: General Chemistry with Lab I
• BIOL&211: Majors Cellular Biology
• MATH&151: Calculus I
• PHYS&114: General Physics I with Lab

Estimated Length of Completion

The estimated length of completion for the program is 7 quarters on a full-time schedule.

Tuition and Funding

Information on tuition and funding can be found on the North Seattle College website. Students can apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships, to help cover the cost of attendance.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Environmental Science program can pursue a variety of career opportunities, including:

• Agricultural Scientists/Food Scientists
• Climate Change Analysts
• Environmental Enforcement and Compliance Specialist
• Environmental/Conservation Scientist
• Natural Resource Scientist/Natural Sciences Manager
• Park Ranger/Park Naturalist/Environmental Educator
• Restoration Ecologist/Wetlands Ecologist/Soil Conservation Specialist
• Soil and Water Toxicologist
• Sustainable Development Consultant
• University and College Teacher
• Water Resources Specialist
• Research and Development in any of these fields

Future Education Opportunities

Graduates of the program can also pursue further education opportunities, including:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or a related field at a four-year college or university
• Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree at one of the Seattle Colleges

Additional Information

For more information on the program, including transfer agreements and bachelor’s degrees, students can contact the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Area of Study advisor.