Our Undergraduate Programs

The Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies program provides students with the interdisciplinary knowledge and skills they need to understand contemporary environmental problems and solutions and to take action to address environmental injustices.

The Bachelor of Arts in Geography introduces foundational concepts in physical and human geography, as well as field methods and geographic information science.

The Bachelor of Science in Earth Sciences is designed for students intending to prepare for direct entry into a career as a professional in industry or government, or for graduate school in any of the earth sciences, such as geology, oceanography and meteorology.

The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science prepares students for graduate school or for direct entry into a career as an environmental scientist or environmental manager in industry, government, or NGOs.

The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science with a concentration in Natural Resource Management and Conservation provides students with the theoretical and applied knowledge and skills in ecology, conservation biology, and natural resources they need to address natural resource management and conservation issues.

Minor in Earth Sciences

The Minor in Earth Sciences program provides students with an overview of the important Earth system processes through the Earth Systems courses (ERTH 400 & ERTH 500) and gives them an opportunity to add depth to their understanding by selecting 9 additional units of Earth Sciences electives with the guidance of a faculty advisor. This is an excellent option for students hoping to add some Earth and climate science understanding to their major degree.

Learn more about the Minor Earth Sciences.

Minor in Geography

The Geography Minor consists of a core curriculum of three lower division courses plus 12 units of upper division geography electives on advisement. These courses may be organized around coherent themes such as those described for the major. However, groupings of courses specifically appropriate to majors in other departments or programs such as International Relations, Geosciences, or Urban Studies are particularly recommended.

Learn more about the Minor in Geography.

The SFSU Accelerated Bachelors + Masters program in Earth and Climate Sciences gives talented students the opportunity to blend the B.S. and M.S. programs for completion in as little as 5 years. This is a flexible program for students in any of our undergraduate emphases (in Geology; Hydrology; or Ocean, Weather & Climate), and ideal for transfer students who want the research experience and training leading to an MS in Geosciences. Students who successfully complete this program will have a competitive advantage for employment in government agencies, environmental consulting, education, or preparation for a PhD program.

Earth Sciences BS + Geosciences MS SF State Scholars Roadmap

SFSU Accelerated Bachelors + Masters Coordinator - Mary Leech, leech@sfsu.edu

The Certificate in Climate Change Causes, Impacts, and Solutions gives students a foundational understanding of climate change’s causes, effects, and solutions so they can take action in their communities.

The Certificate in Weather Study program is offered for those interested in learning about meteorology and companion disciplines in some depth, but not at the major level.

Build in-demand mapping skills with SFSU’s Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program. Choose from two online certificates: the GIS Standard Certificate or the GIS with a Concentration in Environmental Analysis Certificate.