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BS (Hons) Environmental and Sustainability Science

Lipscomb University, United States
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Course Overview

It's a great moment to consider a career in sustainable agriculture or renewable energy. Now is the time to take your passion of conservation to the next level. You'll find this is the perfect major for you.

Grow in a holistic approach to stewarding creation and people. We'll teach you modern sustainability's core principles. Let us teach you about people, society and economic prosperity with social purpose. Increase your understanding of responsible oversight of human activities — and what it means to take care of our planet.

We'll lead you in these concepts beyond the classroom: you'll encounter them in the laboratory and in field experiences.

We are passionate about advancing sustainability science through education, research, training and service. So we’ll connect you to service and internship opportunities in Nashville, whether it's in a business, area farm, food, manufacturing environments or other agencies. Upon graduation, you'll be well-prepared for your career, since sustainable practice can translate to every profession, organization, culture, market and environment.

General Eligibility

Business Core (52 hours*) and Other Required Courses for B.B.A. Degree.

Credit Hours:

61-63, 18

Graduate Student: one who has satisfied all admissions requirements (average of 2.75 on undergraduate work, GRE acceptable scores).

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Module

Total hours required: 61

Required core courses:

  • ESS 1024 - The Science of Green Living

  • ESS 2014 - Introduction to Sustainable Energy Sources

  • ESS 2123 - Principles of Sustainability

  • ESS 4213 - Environmental Law and Policy

  • ESS 400V - Special Topics in Sustainability

  • ESS 3224 - Principles of Water Resources and Systems Management

  • ESS 450V - Independent Study and/or Senior Research

  • ESS 4992 - Senior Seminar

  • ESS 4223 - Fundamentals of Environmental Management and Technology

  • Biology: (8 hours)

  • BY 1134 - Principles of Biology: Cell and Genetics

  • BY 1144 - Principles of Biology: Diversity and Ecology

  • Writing: (3 hours)

  • EN 3143 - Technical Writing

  • Bible: (3 hours)

  • BI 3123 - Engineering Ethics: Redemption and Technology

  • Social Science: (6 hours)

  • Required:  LJS 3303 - Influencing Change through Civic Engagement

  • Choose 1 from the following courses:

  • LJS 3403 - Conflict Management

  • LJS 2103 - Society and the Law

  • Math: Choose 1 in collaboration with academic director (3 hours):

  • MA 2183 - Elementary Statistics

  • MA 1135 - College Precalculus

  • MA 2053 - Survey of Calculus


Concentration courses:

4 courses - (12 hours)

Required:

  • INST 4103 - Research Methods

  • Select 3 courses from the following: (9 hours)

  • LJS 2203 - Introduction to American Law

  • LJS 3503 - Ethics and the Laws of Compliance

  • LJS 4403 - Mediation: Process, Skills and Theory

  • PO 3013 - Political Communication

  • EN 3013 - Advanced Composition and Rhetoric

  • EN 31n3 - Topics in Professional Writing

  • CO 2133 - Persuasion and Advocacy

  • CO 3723 - Public Relations Writing

  • CO 2703 - Organizational Communication

  • (These three are available if not taken to satisfy the social science requirement for ESS core)

  • LJS 3403 - Conflict Management

  • EC 2413 - Principles of Microeconomics

  • LJS 2103 - Society and the Law

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component.

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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