Global Pathway programs have significant global content and align with the goals of USFs Quality Enhancement Plan, the Global Citizens Project. Unless stated otherwise, a grade of C- is the minimum acceptable grade in prerequisite courses. The undergraduate degree in Environmental Science & Policy (ESP) is a Bachelor of Copyright 2022,University of South Florida. Skip Over Breadcrumbs and Secondary Navigation, National Association for Environmental Management, National Association of Environmental Professionals, Tampa Bay Association of Environmental Professionals, USF Department of Geography, Environment and Planning. Tampa, FL 33620, USA Copyright 2022,University of South Florida. This includes six hours of elective coursework (courses with EVR, GEO, GIS, or GLY prefixes) and 2 credit hours of EVR 6908Independent Study, in which the student completes an additional professional track requirement of completing a comprehensive examination. colleges across the University. Chairperson: M. Rains; Associate Chairperson: J. Firat; Professors: A. Njoh, G. Tobin; Associate Professors: F. Akiwumi,K. Alsharif, M. Bosman, J. Collins, J. Firat, R. Pu, S. Reader, P. van Beynen; Senior Instructor: C. Mizak; Instructors: L. Walker, E. Walton. These courses involve students in the study of human life and experience; the various concepts, theories, and methods used in the social sciences; and the application of these concepts and methods to issues and questions of contemporary local and global significance. Although there are courses in the core of ESP, the 4202 E. Fowler Avenue Transfer students are also required to comply with the immunization, foreign language, and continuous enrollment policies of the university. Students defend their thesis in an oral presentation and submit the written thesis for the approval of the Faculty Supervisory Committee, which is then submitted to the University as a requirement for earning the degree. ISS advisors can assist students in selecting courses that provide these research opportunities. Plus four (4) approved policy-related electives. This website is maintained by USF Academic Catalog. curriculum has two sub concentrations, one in environmental science and one in environmental Must meet University Admission and English Proficiency requirements as well as requirements for admission to the major, listed below. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 in ISS to graduate. Choose one Methods and Techniques course from the following list: And choose one Seminar from the following list: Students must complete 12 credit hours of graduate level (5000 or higher) elective courses with EVR, GEO, GIS, or GLY prefixes, of which at least 6 credit hours must be EVR-prefixed courses. About This Site Contact USF Visit USF, http://hennarot.forest.usf.edu/main/depts/geosci/ug/esp/. If these courses are not taken at a Florida College System institution, they must be completed before the degree is granted. If these courses are not taken at a Florida college System institution, they must be completed before the degree is granted. The environmental industry is a growing arena for employment for degree holders at all levels. No student should assume that courses already completed will automatically count toward the ISS degree. This website is maintained by USF Academic Catalog. policy. Click here for Plan of Study. Javascript is currently not supported, or is disabled by this browser. Acalog Academic Catalog Management System (ACMS). If no credit is needed, students may be eligible to enroll in the 0-credit IDS 2912, IDS 4914or IDS 4910courses. Thesis track students should clearly identify both research interests and preferred major professor(s). The ESP Undergraduate Program has two tracks (Science and Policy). Students who wish to enroll in an undergraduate research course should consult with their academic advisor to understand how the credit will apply towards the degree requirements. Please enable Javascript for full functionality. Some also go on to attend graduate or law school. Applicants must submit current scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). If the footnote is attached to aparticular course found within a group of alternatives then the course is accepted asmeeting the requirement. Other research opportunities may be provided in courses related to the students area of concentration or courses selected in the Diversity and Global Context category. strengthen their knowledge within their concentration. (CIP = 45.0101) Students must complete 6 thesis hours (EVR 6971Thesis: Masters) while working on their thesis. Courses are selected in consultation with their major professor. With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. Students in both concentrations take supporting courses in physical and natural The Master of Science in Environmental Science and Policy is designed to provide students the discipline-specific knowledge and transferable skills to understand the socio-cultural and political context in which environmental problems are created and ameliorated, as well as the scientific expertise to explore and analyze the consequences of ongoing environmental change. 813-974-2011. If the footnote is attached to the whole group, then studentshave the choice of common prerequisites. Our academic programs strive to meet the needs of individual learners and turn knowledge and experience into career preparedness. Once on this page, select the program from the available drop-down and then click View Selected Plan., Print Degree Planner (opens a new window), ISS 3010 - Introduction to the Social Sciences, ISS 4935 - Seminar in the Social Sciences, EVR 2001 - Introduction to Environmental Science, EVR 2861 - Introduction to Environmental Policy, Acalog Academic Catalog Management System (ACMS), Diversity and Global Context Courses (4-9 credit hours), Two Concentrations Areas (24-29 credit hours), Africana Studies (AFA or AFH or AFS prefixes. 813-974-2011. Copyright 2022,University of South Florida. This website is maintained by USF Academic Catalog. All rights reserved. The Office for Undergraduate Research will assist students in understanding the various course options (http://www.usf.edu/undergrad/undergraduate-research/). Examples of careers include field scientist, research scientist, policy analyst, lobbyist, conservationist, and educator. Please enable Javascript for full functionality. Javascript is currently not supported, or is disabled by this browser. science, statistics, policy, and ethics. All rights reserved. 
The ISS program is designed to provide an interdisciplinary integration of the social sciences for students who are interested in a broad educational experience. All rights reserved. If a student wishes to transfer without an A.A. degree and has fewer than 60 semester hours of acceptable credit, the student must meet the universitys entering freshman requirements including ACT or SAT test scores, GPA, and course requirements. Students who are eligible for an internship must see the internship coordinator (Dr. Connie Mizak; (813) 974-3101; mizak@usf.edu) six weeks prior to the beginning of the semester in which they will complete the internship. TOTAL DEGREE HOURS: 120
Our academic programs strive to meet the needs of individual learners and turn knowledge and experience into career preparedness. Thesis track students complete a masters thesis that constitutes an original scholarly contribution and is conducted under the direction of a major professor and a three-member Faculty Supervisory Committee. 
Note: A minimum grade of C- or higher is required for each of the major core courses. The In lieu of a thesis, professional track students complete an additional 8 credit hours of coursework. (CIP = 03.0104)(ESP) Track 1 of 2
Three letters of recommendation from people qualified to assess the applicants potential for graduate study. With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. Two of these courses, ISS 3010and ISS 4935, introduce and employ the interdisciplinary social science perspective. 
With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. Once on this page, select the program from the available drop-down and then click View Selected Plan., Print Degree Planner (opens a new window), http://hennarot.forest.usf.edu/main/depts/geosci/ug/esp/, EVR 2001 - Introduction to Environmental Science, EVR 2861 - Introduction to Environmental Policy, BSC 2010L - Cellular Processes Laboratory, CHM 2045L - General Chemistry I Laboratory, CHM 2046L - General Chemistry II Laboratory, EVR 4910 - Environmental Science and Policy Project, EVR 4940 - Environmental Science Internship, EVR 4921 - Environmental Science and Policy Seminar, GLY 2010 - Dynamic Earth: Introduction to Physical Geology, GLY 2000L - Essentials of Geology Laboratory, GEO 2200 - Introduction to Physical Geography, GEO 2200L - Introduction to Physical Geography Lab, CHM 2210L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I, EVR 4807 - Sustainable Healthy Environments, GEO 4265 - Soil Genesis and Classification, GIS 4035C - Remote Sensing of the Environment, GIS 4043C - Geographic Information Systems, GLY 3104C - Stratigraphy and Paleontology, GLY 3552C - Sedimentary Rocks and Processes, GLY 4720C - Aqueous and Environmental Geochemistry, GLY 4734 - Beaches and Coastal Environments, PCB 3043L - Principles of Ecology Laboratory, PAD 3003 - Introduction to Public and Community Service, PAD 4144 - Nonprofit Organizations and Public Policy, PAD 4930 - Selected Topics in Public Administration and Public Policy, POS 3142 - Introduction to Urban Politics and Government, POS 3182 - Florida Politics and Government, http://www.usf.edu/undergrad/undergraduate-research/, http://hennarot.forest.usf.edu/main/depts/geosci/ug/advising/, Acalog Academic Catalog Management System (ACMS), BSC X010C* or (BSC X010 and BSC X010L) or BOT X010C or (BOT X010and BOT X010L) - 4 credit hours, MCB X013C or BSC X011C or (BSC X011 and BSC X011L) or ZOO X010C or (ZOO X010 and ZOO X010L) or CHM X046C or (CHM X046 and CHM X046L) - 4 credit hours, CHM X045C* or (CHM X045 and CHM X045L)* - 4 credit hours, CHM X046C* or (CHM X046 and CHM X046L)* - 4 credit hours, PHY X020 or PHY X025 or PHY X053C or (PHY X053 and PHY X053L) or PHY X048C or (PHY X048 and PHY X048L) - 4-5 credit hours, (PHY X054 and PHY X054L) or PHY X049 and PHY X049L) or PHY X054C or PHY X049C - 4 credit hours, MAC X311* or MAC X233 or MAC X140 or MAC X105 - 4 credit hours, STA X023* or STA X122 or STA X024 or STA X032 - 3 credit hours, GLY X010C or (GLY X010 and GLY X010L) - 4 credit hours, GLY 2000L - Essentials of Geology Laboratory Credits / Units: 1. Those courses in the X900-X999 except for, Upper-Level Courses (3000- or 4000-level) with an ISS prefix. With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. 4202 E. Fowler Avenue Transfer students are also required to comply with the immunization, foreign language, and continuous enrollment policies of the university. Graduate Assistant application form, if applying for an assistantship. The thesis track consists of 8 credit hours. Copyright 2022, University of South Florida. Please see http://hennarot.forest.usf.edu/main/depts/geosci/ug/advising/ and/or contact Teresa Ippolito, the Environmental Science and Policy Academic Advisor. Copyright 2022,University of South Florida. All rights reserved. 813-974-2011. 813-974-2011. At the discretion of the students examining committee, an internship or special project may be substituted for the non-thesis exam. Science degree. Students completing the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. Students can specialize in wetlands and water, natural environments, climate and hazards, geographic information systems, or human-environment interaction. The remainder of the 42 hours of major coursework will be selected from courses in the following categories: Note: If one or more of the students areas of concentration require(s) more than 12 hours of coursework, fewer than 9 hours of coursework will be required in the Diversity and Global Context category. Those courses in the X900-X999 except for, Womens and Gender Studies (WST prefixes. In addition, majors take 6-7 courses that allow them to sub-specialize in environmental science or in environmental policy. Unless stated otherwise, a grade of C- is the minimum acceptable grade in prerequisite courses. STA 2122 is the third core course required for majors in Interdisciplinary Social Sciences and teaches students to use quantitative reasoning to address social science issues of local and global concern. There are a number of options to receive academic credit for a mentored research experience and to have the experience show on the official transcript. If these courses are not taken at a Florida College System institution, they must be completed before the degree is granted. Air Pollution AnalystAir/Water Quality ManagerChemical TechnicianConservation AgentEnvironmental ConsultantEnvironmental EducatorEnvironmental EngineerEnvironmental Impact AnalystEnvironmental LawyerEnvironmental PlannerEPA Analyst or StatisticianForest ScientistHazardous Waste ManagerHydrologistsJournalistOcean TechnicianPark RangerPublic Health EducatorResearch AssistantSoil ScientistToxicologist. http://hennarot.forest.usf.edu/main/depts/geosci/ug/esp/. Please enable Javascript for full functionality. Some courses required for the major may also meet General Education requirements thereby transferring maximum hours to the university. Tampa, FL 33620, USA This website is maintained by USF Academic Catalog. Related Links in Environmental Science and Policy: Eco JobsNational Association for Environmental ManagementNational Recreation and Park AssociationNational Association of Environmental ProfessionalsTampa Bay Association of Environmental Professionals, USF Department of Geography, Environment and PlanningOccupational Outlook HandbookO*Net Online, 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, SVC 2088, Tampa, FL 33620, USA813-974-2171. These courses will not impact degree credits or GPA but will show on an official transcript and document the experience. Non-Thesis students complete a written comprehensive exam. If a student wishes to transfer without an A.A. degree and has fewer than 60 semester hours of acceptable credit, the student must meet the universitys entering freshman requirements including ACT or SAT test scores, GPA, and course requirements. 813-974-2011. Finally, all majors must complete an upper division seminar and an internship or project. Please note that some careers below will require further education. 
Upon declaration of the major, students should meet with an advisor to declare concentrations, particularly before too many courses are completed in the College of Arts and Sciences. Students wishing to transfer to USF should complete an A.A. degree at a Florida College System institution. companies. Our academic programs strive to meet the needs of individual learners and turn knowledge and experience into career preparedness. Personal statement describing career goals, degree track (thesis or professional), and interest in the graduate program. This website is maintained by Career Services. Tampa, FL 33620, USA (CIP = 45.0101) (ISS) Tampa, FL 33620, USA 813-974-2011This website is maintained by Undergraduate Studies.
The ISS program is designed to provide an interdisciplinary integration of the social sciences for students who are interested in a broad educational experience. All rights reserved. If a student wishes to transfer without an A.A. degree and has fewer than 60 semester hours of acceptable credit, the student must meet the universitys entering freshman requirements including ACT or SAT test scores, GPA, and course requirements. Students who are eligible for an internship must see the internship coordinator (Dr. Connie Mizak; (813) 974-3101; mizak@usf.edu) six weeks prior to the beginning of the semester in which they will complete the internship. TOTAL DEGREE HOURS: 120
Our academic programs strive to meet the needs of individual learners and turn knowledge and experience into career preparedness. Thesis track students complete a masters thesis that constitutes an original scholarly contribution and is conducted under the direction of a major professor and a three-member Faculty Supervisory Committee. Note: A minimum grade of C- or higher is required for each of the major core courses. The In lieu of a thesis, professional track students complete an additional 8 credit hours of coursework. (CIP = 03.0104)(ESP) Track 1 of 2
Three letters of recommendation from people qualified to assess the applicants potential for graduate study. With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. Two of these courses, ISS 3010and ISS 4935, introduce and employ the interdisciplinary social science perspective. With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. Once on this page, select the program from the available drop-down and then click View Selected Plan., Print Degree Planner (opens a new window), http://hennarot.forest.usf.edu/main/depts/geosci/ug/esp/, EVR 2001 - Introduction to Environmental Science, EVR 2861 - Introduction to Environmental Policy, BSC 2010L - Cellular Processes Laboratory, CHM 2045L - General Chemistry I Laboratory, CHM 2046L - General Chemistry II Laboratory, EVR 4910 - Environmental Science and Policy Project, EVR 4940 - Environmental Science Internship, EVR 4921 - Environmental Science and Policy Seminar, GLY 2010 - Dynamic Earth: Introduction to Physical Geology, GLY 2000L - Essentials of Geology Laboratory, GEO 2200 - Introduction to Physical Geography, GEO 2200L - Introduction to Physical Geography Lab, CHM 2210L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I, EVR 4807 - Sustainable Healthy Environments, GEO 4265 - Soil Genesis and Classification, GIS 4035C - Remote Sensing of the Environment, GIS 4043C - Geographic Information Systems, GLY 3104C - Stratigraphy and Paleontology, GLY 3552C - Sedimentary Rocks and Processes, GLY 4720C - Aqueous and Environmental Geochemistry, GLY 4734 - Beaches and Coastal Environments, PCB 3043L - Principles of Ecology Laboratory, PAD 3003 - Introduction to Public and Community Service, PAD 4144 - Nonprofit Organizations and Public Policy, PAD 4930 - Selected Topics in Public Administration and Public Policy, POS 3142 - Introduction to Urban Politics and Government, POS 3182 - Florida Politics and Government, http://www.usf.edu/undergrad/undergraduate-research/, http://hennarot.forest.usf.edu/main/depts/geosci/ug/advising/, Acalog Academic Catalog Management System (ACMS), BSC X010C* or (BSC X010 and BSC X010L) or BOT X010C or (BOT X010and BOT X010L) - 4 credit hours, MCB X013C or BSC X011C or (BSC X011 and BSC X011L) or ZOO X010C or (ZOO X010 and ZOO X010L) or CHM X046C or (CHM X046 and CHM X046L) - 4 credit hours, CHM X045C* or (CHM X045 and CHM X045L)* - 4 credit hours, CHM X046C* or (CHM X046 and CHM X046L)* - 4 credit hours, PHY X020 or PHY X025 or PHY X053C or (PHY X053 and PHY X053L) or PHY X048C or (PHY X048 and PHY X048L) - 4-5 credit hours, (PHY X054 and PHY X054L) or PHY X049 and PHY X049L) or PHY X054C or PHY X049C - 4 credit hours, MAC X311* or MAC X233 or MAC X140 or MAC X105 - 4 credit hours, STA X023* or STA X122 or STA X024 or STA X032 - 3 credit hours, GLY X010C or (GLY X010 and GLY X010L) - 4 credit hours, GLY 2000L - Essentials of Geology Laboratory Credits / Units: 1. Those courses in the X900-X999 except for, Upper-Level Courses (3000- or 4000-level) with an ISS prefix. With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. 4202 E. Fowler Avenue Transfer students are also required to comply with the immunization, foreign language, and continuous enrollment policies of the university. Graduate Assistant application form, if applying for an assistantship. The thesis track consists of 8 credit hours. Copyright 2022, University of South Florida. Please see http://hennarot.forest.usf.edu/main/depts/geosci/ug/advising/ and/or contact Teresa Ippolito, the Environmental Science and Policy Academic Advisor. Copyright 2022,University of South Florida. All rights reserved. 813-974-2011. 813-974-2011. At the discretion of the students examining committee, an internship or special project may be substituted for the non-thesis exam. Science degree. Students completing the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. Students can specialize in wetlands and water, natural environments, climate and hazards, geographic information systems, or human-environment interaction. The remainder of the 42 hours of major coursework will be selected from courses in the following categories: Note: If one or more of the students areas of concentration require(s) more than 12 hours of coursework, fewer than 9 hours of coursework will be required in the Diversity and Global Context category. Those courses in the X900-X999 except for, Womens and Gender Studies (WST prefixes. In addition, majors take 6-7 courses that allow them to sub-specialize in environmental science or in environmental policy. Unless stated otherwise, a grade of C- is the minimum acceptable grade in prerequisite courses. STA 2122 is the third core course required for majors in Interdisciplinary Social Sciences and teaches students to use quantitative reasoning to address social science issues of local and global concern. There are a number of options to receive academic credit for a mentored research experience and to have the experience show on the official transcript. If these courses are not taken at a Florida College System institution, they must be completed before the degree is granted. Air Pollution AnalystAir/Water Quality ManagerChemical TechnicianConservation AgentEnvironmental ConsultantEnvironmental EducatorEnvironmental EngineerEnvironmental Impact AnalystEnvironmental LawyerEnvironmental PlannerEPA Analyst or StatisticianForest ScientistHazardous Waste ManagerHydrologistsJournalistOcean TechnicianPark RangerPublic Health EducatorResearch AssistantSoil ScientistToxicologist. http://hennarot.forest.usf.edu/main/depts/geosci/ug/esp/. Please enable Javascript for full functionality. Some courses required for the major may also meet General Education requirements thereby transferring maximum hours to the university. Tampa, FL 33620, USA This website is maintained by USF Academic Catalog. Related Links in Environmental Science and Policy: Eco JobsNational Association for Environmental ManagementNational Recreation and Park AssociationNational Association of Environmental ProfessionalsTampa Bay Association of Environmental Professionals, USF Department of Geography, Environment and PlanningOccupational Outlook HandbookO*Net Online, 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, SVC 2088, Tampa, FL 33620, USA813-974-2171. These courses will not impact degree credits or GPA but will show on an official transcript and document the experience. Non-Thesis students complete a written comprehensive exam. If a student wishes to transfer without an A.A. degree and has fewer than 60 semester hours of acceptable credit, the student must meet the universitys entering freshman requirements including ACT or SAT test scores, GPA, and course requirements. 813-974-2011. Finally, all majors must complete an upper division seminar and an internship or project. Please note that some careers below will require further education. Upon declaration of the major, students should meet with an advisor to declare concentrations, particularly before too many courses are completed in the College of Arts and Sciences. Students wishing to transfer to USF should complete an A.A. degree at a Florida College System institution. companies. Our academic programs strive to meet the needs of individual learners and turn knowledge and experience into career preparedness. Personal statement describing career goals, degree track (thesis or professional), and interest in the graduate program. This website is maintained by Career Services. Tampa, FL 33620, USA (CIP = 45.0101) (ISS) Tampa, FL 33620, USA 813-974-2011This website is maintained by Undergraduate Studies.