Undergraduate Program
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The undergraduate majors in the department of Earth System Science understand the rapidly evolving field of Earth System Science. Students work with faculty and graduate students to obtain a quantitative understanding of the Earth system, focusing attention on global reservoirs (atmospheric, terrestrial biosphere, and ocean) and on the processes that can change this system over a human lifetime. Learning objectives for the Earth and Environmental Sciences major are 1) Apply basic sciences (physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology) to understand the major processes and systems governing the Earth’s climate, biogeochemical cycles and global change. 2) Explain the current and projected future state of the Earth system in the context of past climate change and current human activities. 3) Acquire sufficient background knowledge and experience to understand the scientific literature relevant to Earth system science. 4) Understand the methods used to collect and analyze environmental data, interpreting results in the context of underlying theory and the methods used in data collection. 5) Summarize and communicate scientific knowledge in oral and written formats. 6) Work collaboratively to understand and address complex problems related to the Earth system.
Why Earth System Science? The department of Earth System Science at UCI is recognized as one of the forerunners in the study of the Earth as a system. The faculty members are internationally known for excellence in their respective fields. As a major, any student has the opportunity to interact with and learn from some of the most respected scientists in the world. In addition, all Earth and Environmental Sciences majors are strongly encouraged to participate in undergraduate research with a Department faculty member through Earth System Science 199 and to complete a senior thesis. By doing so, students are able to work closely with leading scientists and create a work of original research that could contribute to a better understanding of global environmental issues. Majors develop the analytical and quantitative skills needed to understand sensitive environmental issues and to apply this knowledge to the public, private, and educational sectors.
B.S. Earth and Environmental Science Degree Requirements B.A. Earth and Environmental Studies Degree Requirements
The School of Physical Sciences Student Affairs Office handles general advisement questions for our students. |
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Courses Contacts: J. Keith Moore (Faculty Advisor) Morgan Sibley (Student Affairs) |
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