Geosciences explores Earth's dynamics, from its solid structure to atmospheric processes, examining landscapes, natural resources, environmental hazards, climate change, and the interconnectedness of ecosystems and Earth's human population.
Earth Sciences and Geology
Earth science majors study the earth as a dynamic, interactive system of land, sea, atmosphere, and solar system. Geology is the study of materials and processes that form and shape the earth.
Environmental Geography
Geography offers an integrated, quantitative and spatial approach to studying relationships. Environmental Geography focuses on how humans impact, manage, sustain, and conserve the natural environment.
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Related Graduate Programs*
Great Lakes Environmental Science, M.A.
Great Lakes Environmental Science, M.S.
Great Lakes Environmental Science M.S. 4+1 Pathway
Multidisciplinary Studies, M.A., M.S.
*Geosciences students are well-prepared for graduate work—including Buffalo State programs like the Great Lakes Environmental Science M.A., M.S., and 4+1 pathway, and Multidisciplinary Studies which allows students to design their own program based on their specific academic interests and career goals.
Graduates who intend to become Earth Science teachers continue on to the M.S. in Science Education for certification in secondary teaching.
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