Freshwater Sciences

The Freshwater Sciences program is an interdisciplinary program in which students take courses in biology, chemistry, geology, and science.  Additionally courses in environmental management and geography may be taken as electives for the major. Required courses include introductory biology and chemistry, stream ecology, limnology, environmental chemistry, physical geology, water regulation, and a course designed to inform students on the varying professions in freshwater sciences.  The program additionally requires students to participate in a culminating internship experience which will provide the student with real-world experience.

For more information about degree requirements, visit the NSU catalog.

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Be knowledgeable about the various sciences, technologies, and management issues related to freshwater in order to facilitate interdisciplinary approaches to solving problems related to freshwater.
2. Perform standard water monitoring tests and basic site assessment.
3. Demonstrate skills required for communicating and working with natural scientists, engineers, social scientists, managers, business leaders, policy makers, and the general public.
4. Be cognizant of the economics of freshwater in our region.
5. Be knowledgeable about the regulations pertaining to water.

There are no options for this degree.

There is no Accelerated Degree Program for this degree.

A minor is required for the Freshwater Sciences major.

There are no certifications related to this degree.