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Environmental and Resource Management ,Minor

Environmental and Resource Management, Minor

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Description

The minor program in environmental and resource management provides students with a thorough introduction to environmental regulations and key environmental management issues, such as the provision of clean, potable water; wastewater treatment; and solid and hazardous waste management; as well as remediation technologies for polluted soils, groundwater and air. Students learn to apply basic science and engineering principles to solving problems that significantly impact human health and ecosystems.

The environmental and resource management minor program provides a valuable option to other majors that focus on environmental issues, whether from a technical or a policy perspective. The courses form a coherent whole and demonstrate the connection between science, engineering, public policy, management and the law.

At a glance
Program requirements

The minor requires completion of four core courses (12 credit hours) and two elective courses (six credit hours) for a total of 18 credit hours. At least 12 credit hours must be completed in residency at ASU. Courses must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or higher.
Core Courses -- 12 credit hours
Electives (choose two) -- 6 credit hours
Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.

Enrollment requirements

GPA Requirement: 2.00

Incompatible Majors: BS in environmental and resource management

Other Enrollment Requirements: Interested students must have at least sophomore status.

Students should consult with an advisor in The Polytechnic School to verify eligibility and to review all courses required for the minor. To schedule an advising appointment, students should go to the advising website.

Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major or the minor program. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.

Career opportunities

Graduates with the skills gained in this minor are in high demand and can find work in industry, governmental management and regulatory agencies, and in policymaking organizations.

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3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
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What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
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