Academics: Programs of Study: Undergraduate Degree Programs
Water and Soil Resources
- Department: Crop and Soil Sciences
- Degree: Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences - BSES
- UGA Bulletin: Major Requirements
- Campus: Athens
- UGA Career Center: Career Choices
Description
Environmental soil scientists are in demand by governmental agencies, private industry, consulting firms and institutions. Opportunities for employment exist in various specialized programs within public agencies, such as the Environmental Protection Agency and the Soil Conservation Service, in such areas as land disposal of hazardous and other industrial and agricultural wastes, water pollution control, and soil conservation. The need for environmental scientists in Georgia and the nation is increasing rapidly with a proportional increase in employment, promotional, and professional opportunities for academically qualified personnel.
Career Opportunities
The linkages between economic activity and natural and environmental resources will be a major local, national, and global issue of concern in the coming decades. Natural resource and environmental problems create a demand for individuals who can offer alternative solutions to these problems. Government job opportunities currently include management, planning, and analysis positions with federal, state, and local government agencies. Private company opportunities include similar positions with utility companies, banks, consulting firms, and resource management companies. An EEM major also provides an excellent foundation for work on an advanced degree in natural resource and environmental management. An advanced degree may lead to a teaching, research, or public service career at a college or university, law school, or a position with a private research company.