What’s your life’s goal? To help those who need it using science? To make living healthier and more fulfilling for hundreds, maybe thousands of people? Would being recognized as a professional biologist, investigating and cleaning up a residential area that’s been contaminated by pollutants, be satisfying to you?
Environmental scientists use their skills and knowledge of Earth’s systems to protect the environment and human health. Entering this profession typically requires a bachelor’s degree in natural science or a related field. They do this by cleaning up contaminated areas, making policy recommendations, or working with industry to reduce pollution and waste.
In general, environmental scientists are problem solvers. They research environmental and health problems to determine their causes and come up with solutions. They also use what they learn to make recommendations and develop strategies for managing environmental problems. From wading through swamps studying the impact of encroaching human populations on endangered species, to monitoring pollution levels in lakes and rivers, graduates of AUM’s Environmental Science program get the training needed for a fascinating and rewarding career.
