Environmental Studies BA Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Environmental Studies. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BA in Environmental Studies
120
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies requires 120 credits. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required. Additionally, up to 12 credits may be taken in a foreign language.
Credits for Major in Environmental Studies
41
To complete the major, 41 credits are required. 18 credits are core credits in environmental studies/earth science. 23 credits taken as electives in 2 areas: physical & living world and humans & the environment.
General Education Credits Required for a BA in Environmental Studies
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| ENV 0125-101 Society & Environment BA Environmental Studies/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course¹ Level I BA Environmental Studies/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Information Literacy Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16 credits |
¹Students may elect to sit for language competency exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENV 0125-102/EAS 0112-110 Natural Science & Environmental Problems BA Environmental Studies/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level II BA Environmental Studies/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
- If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council!
- Welcome to Adelphi! Attend Welcome Weekend events to learn more about your new home and the vast opportunties available to you.
- Explore MyAULife! Discover all the student organizations that Adelphi has and find one you want to attend an event, or meeting for to meet their members.
- Engage in campus events and programs. Log on to Handshake and start developing your profile. Visit your professors during office hours to ask for help if struggling.
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENV 0125-210 Mapping Environmental Issues BA Environmental Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 200+ level course BA Environmental Science Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Sciences, Policy & Humanities Electives Select 200+ level course BA Environmental Science/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Quant Reasoning Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENV 0125-202 Climate Change Policy & Solution BA Environmental Studies Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level IV BA Environmental Studies Requirement |
3 credits |
| Math, Computing & Logic Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Arts Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: Written General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 1516 credirs |
- If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
- Join the Environmental Action Coalition, learn more about them here!
- Participate in diversity programs like out for lunch, and dinner and dialogue, which sparks informational conversations with staff and faculty members who are a part of the Adelphi community.
- Volunteer with the Environmental Action Coalition (campus organization) and get to know others who are promoting sustainability.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENV 0125-210 Mapping Environ Issues BA Environ Studies Requirement |
3 credits |
| 3XX+ Physical & Living World Select course 300 level or above BA Environmental Studies Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Humans & Environment Select 1 course BA Environmental Studies Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15-6 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Humans & Environment Select 1 course BA Environmental Studies Requirement |
3 credits |
| 3XX+ Humans & Environment Select course 300 level or above BA Environmental Studies Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humans & Environment Select 1 course BA Environmental Studies Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council!
- Welcome to Adelphi! Attend Welcome Weekend events to learn more about your new home and the vast opportunties available to you.
- Explore MyAULife! Discover all the student organizations that Adelphi has and find one you want to attend an event, or meeting for to meet their members.
- Engage in campus events and programs. Log on to Handshake and start developing your profile. Visit your professors during office hours to ask for help if struggling.
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| 3XX+ Humans & Environment Select course 300 level or above BA Environmental Studies Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENV 0125-410/ EAS 0112-410 Senior Seminar/Capstone BA Environmental Studies Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
- If you have lived on campus, apply for the National Residence Hall Honorary
- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
- Join an honorary society in an area of interest. From transfer societies, service societies, and more, there is a place to recognize your great achievements!
- Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.
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