Environmental Policy Studies (Minor)
The minor in environmental policy studies is a broad program for students interested in pursuing a deeper understanding of environmental policies and their impact. Students will encounter cultural, economic, political and historical contexts for the examination of environmental policies, including issues related to climate change, energy policy, environmental economics, global sustainability, and security. It may be pursued by students in any baccalaureate program, and is particularly appropriate for students majoring in biology, business, or new media and communications, or those interested in pursuing a career in politics or government, regardless of major.
Curriculum for the Minor in Environmental Policy Studies
Required courses (Credit: 9 hours)
Take the following three required courses:
| POLS 3030 | Introduction to Public Policy | 3 credits |
| POLS 3772 | Global Security and the Environment | 3 credits |
| POLS 3944 | Environmental Politics and Policy | 3 credits |
Environmental Science course (Credit: 3 hours)
Take one of the two courses below:
Electives (Credit: 6 hours)
Take two courses from the following list.
Students may receive credit in the minor for either ECON 1101 or ECON 2105, but not both.
Special topics courses with a theme related to the minor may be substituted with advisor approval.
Total Hours: 18