Environmental Sciences (BS)
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Sciences is directed to those persons interested in working as professionals in the area of the environmental science in pollution control in water, soil and air, and in the conservation of land and water natural resources. It aims to provide students with the necessary skills to perform in these two environmental areas in government as well as in private business or industry. The Program offers knowledge on its legal basis and gives training in methodology skills and techniques. Emphasis will be placed on the perception of nature as a system. To receive the Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Sciences, students must pass the internship with a minimum grade of C.
The Aguadilla, Barranquitas, and Ponce campuses are authorized to offer this Program.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Sciences
| General Education Requirements |
45 credits |
| Major Requirements |
74 credits |
| Elective Courses |
3 credits |
| Total |
122 credits |
General Education Requirements - 45 credits
Forty-five (45) credits are required as explained in the section “General Education Requirements for Bachelors’ Degrees.” Students will take the course GEMA 1200 in the Basic Skills in Mathematics category. Students of this program are exempt from taking courses in the Scientific and Technological Context category.
Major Requirements - 74 credits