Bachelor of Science in Umweltwissenschaften

Transform your passion for the environment into a rewarding career with the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science degree from the University of West Alabama Online. Designed for the next generation of conservation experts, this program delivers the skills it takes to impact the environment locally and globally.

The program is taught by industry experts who follow a curriculum focused on improving the earth's natural resources. With personalized attention and helpful instruction from educators, you'll examine the physical and biological processes that shape the natural world and prepare to create effective solutions to urgent environmental problems.

Each course can be completed entirely online through UWA's virtual learning platform. As your schedule allows, you can access your courses from the place of your choice and explore the foundations of ecology, geology, geographic information systems, environmental law and more. The program also offers hands-on experience through internship opportunities within the field.

When you graduate, you'll have the professional expertise necessary for a variety of in-demand environmental science careers, plus related opportunities in public health, conservation and forestry. You'll also have the credential to pursue a master's degree and qualify for career advancement. Get started today.

What You Can Expect

A Versatile Learning Environment

Study in a convenient setting that allows you to maintain your professional and personal schedule.

Expert Instruction

Learn from faculty who have real-world experience and hold the highest degrees in their field.

Affordability

Each program is competitively priced and 80 percent of students receive some type of financial aid. Scholarships are also available.

Affording Your Education

The University of West Alabama Online is dedicated to making your education as affordable as possible. Discover what it will cost — and how much you’ll save.