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Studies & Degrees in Environmental Studies

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Environmental Studies Study Programs

Level: Undergraduate Bachelors     Location: Madrid
Level: Undergraduate Bachelors     Location: Villanueva de la Cañada

Environmental Studies is a very broad academic field, examining the interactions between human beings and their surrounding natural environment. It definitely is an interdisciplinary option that encompasses a number of different concepts like geology, biology, chemistry, engineering, and even philosophy. Although there are many specializations within this area of study, here are some of the tasks that an environmental scientist can carry out in real life: plan and undertake research into the physical and biological nature of the environment; evaluate the environmental impacts of various activities; investigate and report on various violations of environmental guidelines; organize community education programs; evaluate the effects of pollution and suggest innovative measures; provide support, while also negotiating with industry and government. And finally, environmental specialists often assist in the development of policies, strategies, and codes of practice concerned with environmental management.

Personal Qualities

To be involved in environmental studies, you should have a genuine passion for environmental issues, nature preservation, and nature exploration. Further qualities are:

  • Ability and aptitude for the carrying out of research
  • Problem solving skills, combined with analytical thinking and a logical approach to various cases
  • Technical skills
  • Excellent communication skills, and sometimes very good persuasion skills
  • A team-player

Study Options

When choosing an environmental studies program, you should have in mind that most of these have a very strong science component within them, and are likely to require good academic achievements in biology, chemistry, and physics. You can easily prepare for that in high school, but what is more important is that the institution you choose also has a strong tradition in research and the sciences. The program has to give you the opportunity for hands-on experience in the field, developing analytical qualities and leadership skills that will prepare you for your future career.

The best programs offered in this area of study give students the opportunity to take part in collaborative environmental research and projects with government agencies, non-profit organizations, and local businesses. There is also the option for postgraduate study that further encourages innovation, creativity, and interdisciplinary work.

Career Options

With a degree in environmental studies, you have a wide variety of options. A challenging and exciting one could be to go into the field of environmental law, and study to become an environmental attorney. Another opportunity would be to seek to become a consultant on issues like environmental ethics and sustainability plans. A popular path many environmental studies majors also take is to work as biologists, environmental engineers, geologists, and so on. This can normally happen after completing a postgraduate program in a specific field.

Finally, a very rewarding profession can be such of an educator. This may not simply include teaching at schools or universities, but also work for resource centers and organizations, providing seminars on environmental issues. Writing about this subject is also very popular, as there are many new books covering this field coming out every year. With your writing, you can encourage the public to lead a more environmentally friendly way of life, while giving them a deeper perspective on environmental issues.