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Animal Sciences
Animal sciences is the study of the management and the biology of domestic animals. This
major is popular among students who would like to work in agricultural business or in
leadership positions on farms or ranches. Many students go on to graduate programs in
specific areas of interest. This course of study can be good preparation, for example, for
veterinary school, especially for those students more interested in large-animal practice.
More than a major just for a person that likes working with animals, animal science is a
sophisticated scientific major which requires an advanced level of knowledge in biology and
chemistry.
Possible careers
agribusiness
agricultural supplies manager
animal production
extension education
farm/ranch manager
international voluntary service
livestock manager
research
research scientist
veterinary medicine

2 Majors in Environmental Science
Botany
Botany is the study of plants, especially their structure and development. This major also concerns the
diversity and variety of plant life, evolutionary relationships among plants, the functional systems within
plants (physiology), and environmental relationships among plants as well as between plant life and
animal life. Botany also may include some background in plant diseases, soil factors, conservation
methods, and related topics. This major involves both microscopic and field work.

Possible careers
agronomist
archaeologist
botanist
college professor
ecologist
laboratory technician
nature conservancy
paleontologist
pharmaceutical research
plant physiologist
research scientist
soil scientist
technical writer

3 Majors in Environmental Science
Ecology
Ecology
Ecology is an in-depth investigation into the basic principles that govern the relationships among plants
and animals within their physical and biological environments. It is an interdisciplinary field and draws on
biology, chemistry, and mathematics to study, monitor, and theorize in the areas of water quality,
wetlands, endangered plant and animal species, and conservation. The goal of this program is to provide
new knowledge on the ecological and evolutionary processes that produce and sustain life on Earth and to
confront successfully the biological, environmental, and biotechnological challenges of the future.

Possible careers
ecologist
embryologist
environmental scientist
geneticist
geochemist
geologist
lawyer
lobbyist
microbiologist
oceanographer
political scientist
research scientist

4 Majors in Environmental Science
Environmental Science
Environmental Science
Environmental science explores the planets systems of energy and materials and attempts to understand
the effects of human-made systems of technology on the quality of life. By studying the Earths resources,
it has been recognized that certain substances and conditions of the world must be monitored on a
regular basis. Using this information, methods to control the use of technology and more effectively
steward the resources of nature, can be developed. Such topics as carbon dioxide levels, toxic chemicals,
radioactivity, and endangered species are of interest to this major.
Possible careers
agricultural agent
ecologist
environmental activist
environmental consultant
environmental researcher
environmental scientist
microbiologist
parasitologist
pollution engineer
range manager
soil scientist
toxicologist
waste mgt. tech
5 Majors in Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Environmental Studies
In environmental studies, students combine insights from natural sciences, engineering, social sciences,
and humanities to study the effect of human activities on the biosphere of the Earth. This integrated
course of study should be distinguished from environmental science, environmental engineering, or
environmental design, all of which are more specialized in nature. The goal of most environmental studies
programs is to investigate and teach about natural and social systems and train students to assess
environmental problems, understand their complexity, and work for solutions to these problems. Many
students consider further graduate study in a specific area of interest.

Possible careers
environmental educator
environmental engineer
environmental lobbyist
museum curator or naturalist
parks ranger or naturalist
recycling management
waste disposal management

6 Majors in Environmental Science
Plant Sciences
Plant Sciences
Plant science is the study of economically important plant species, such as wheat, grain, oats, barley, and
soybeans and their growth and reproduction, development and improvement, resistance to disease,
environmental interactions, and other features. The plant sciences major will appeal to students with an
interest in plant biology and its related areas such as plant ecology, plant physiology, plant pathology, plant
molecular biology, soils, and applied plant sciences. There are interesting job possibilities in both research
and industry, especially if the student pursues graduate work.

Possible careers
agricultural manager
agronomist
biochemist
botanist
college professor
commodity grader
farm manager
forestry management
geneticist
horticulturist
plant scientist
technical writer

7 Majors in Environmental Science
Geology
Geology
Geology is the study of the processes and events that shape the earth. By studying minerals, rocks, and
fossils, as well as rivers, oceans and atmosphere, the geologist seeks to understand the history of the
planet, including the evolution of life, the movement and development of continents, and the changing
aspects of the oceans. This study of earth materials must occur both in the field and in the laboratory. It
depends upon the mastery of sophisticated analytical equipment and the wielding of a rock hammer.
Geology has many applications in industry, historical research, environmental careers, and military and
strategic planning. Modern technological developments within the science provide the trained geologist
with a wide range of career opportunities.
Possible careers
astronomer
college professor
consultant
environmentalist
geologist
geophysicist
meteorologist
military officer
oceanographer
petroleum geologist
petrologist
physicist
research scientist

8 Majors in Environmental Science