Environmental Science, BS, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
Sample Plan for New Students
This example assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have successfully completed the following:
- A transferable associate degree
- Students with Associate of Science–Transfer (AS-T) degrees or who lack an associate degree may require one or more additional Core courses depending on courses transferred; see Core Curriculum chart.
- One full year each of General Chemistry, General Biology, at least 2 quarters of physics, 1 quarter each of Calculus (or Calculus for Business), and Statistics.
- Additional core requirements may apply based on community college coursework.
- For major electives, options include:
- ENSC 3760 – Environmental Law (offered every other year)
- ENSC 3300 – Natural Systems or ENSC 3250 – Environmental Geology (offered in alternating years)
Important Major Information
- Minimum Credits for Graduation: 180
- Credits in Major: 105
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Please see my.seattleu.edu for elective options
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ENSC 3500 – Intro to Geographic Info Systems (5) | *CPSC 1220 – Data-Driven Problem Programming (5) | *ENSC 3710 – Water Resources I (4) |
| Course 2 | *BIOL 2600 – Ecology (5) | *ENSC 3250 – Environmental Geology OR *ENSC 3300 - Natural Systems (4) | ENSC 1500 – Environmental Field Methods (5) |
| Course 3 | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | *ENSC 3760 – Environmental Law & Impact (3) | ENSC 3420 – Chemistry for Environmental Engineering (5) |
| Course 4 | *ENSC 2500 – Environmental Sensors (3) |
First Transfer Year Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly for registration approval.
- Apply for internships/research opportunities.
- Attend networking events, seminars, and/or join a club.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ENSC 4870 – Senior Capstone I (3) | *ENSC 4880 – Senior Capstone II (3) | *ENSC 4890 – Senior Capstone III (3) |
| Course 2 | *ENSC 4730 – Principles of Environmental Engineering (5) | *ENSC 3300 – Natural Systems or *ENSC 3250 - Environmental Geology (4) | Major Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | Major Elective (5) | Major Elective (5) | *UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 4 | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
Second Transfer Year Steps for Success
- Meet your academic advisor and Industry Advisor
- Take FE exam in fall or winter
- Submit graduation plan and apply for graduation
- Apply for jobs/internships
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes (SU's general education courses) are listed in the sample plan by what module is recommended. Some courses (*) have been fulfilled by your Associate Degree coursework and requirements in your major. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and http://www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different Core requirements.
Module I:
* Module I is waived for students with a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900-2940 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3400 Humanities & Global Challenges OR
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences & Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center in BANN 323 (Science Wing), M-F 8 a.m. to 4:30p.m or email Science & Engineering Advising at se-adv@seattleu.edu.