Environmental Soil and Water Science (B.S.)

The Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Soil and Water Science is designed to prepare students to recognize the challenges and opportunities to integrate scientific innovations in land management. Graduates will enter the workforce with the ability to coordinate with stakeholders across all aspects of agriculture and environmental protection to create solutions to emerging and chronic environmental issues.

MSU alumni and faculty are global leaders in research and education related to the interactions between human activity and natural resource management. From managing water resources in the Great Lakes and Michigan’s freshwater systems, to incorporating soil management and drainage systems on Michigan farms, graduates will engage with communities around the world to produce better outcomes.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Soil and Water Science is designed to prepare students for career opportunities as soil scientists, ecosystem ecologists, environmental restorationists, watershed managers, and consultants, in private and public businesses, and with government agencies.

Soil and water science involves the application of biological, chemical, and physical science principles to protect soil and water quality as landscapes are used to meet human needs for recreation, waste disposal, food production and others. Protecting and restoring soil and water resources is necessary for building sustainable communities.
 
Apply advanced scientific analysis to current issues in local environments and learn how to develop, communicate and achieve solutions.
 
Students take courses in soil science, water resource management, ecology, biology, geology, meteorology, and professional development to prepare for careers where expertise in soil and water science is required. 

Students combine fundamental disciplines in physical science, biological science and environmental science with crop production and business operations, and also gain hands-on experience through state-of-the-art labs on campus.

Academic Programs - Environmental Soil and Water Science