Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation and Sustainability (STEM)

University of New Hampshire - Durham Campus

USA,New Hampshire

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 35,290/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 65 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

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USA, New Hampshire

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1866

Total Students: 15,400 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

105 Main St, Durham, NH 03824, United States

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation and Sustainability (STEM)

Program Overview

The ECS major is comprised of 14 core requirements providing integrative courses in both environmental conservation and sustainability, along with a foundation in biology, ecology, physical and social science, and the basic tools and skills applied to problem solving. These core requirements are typically fulfilled in the first two years. Beginning in their junior year, ECS students, in consultation with their advisers, create a seven course focus area based on an ecological system or natural resource of their choosing. The focus area provides advanced study in ecology and natural resources; social sciences; tools, skills, and/or natural history and should reflect the student's interests and future goals. Additionally, each ECS student completes a practicum experience and a capstone option.

The ECS major provides the opportunity for students to gain a common foundation of knowledge and skills emphasizing integration and critical thinking, while allowing for sufficient flexibility to pursue their interests and passions within a large and complex field of study. The design of the curriculum will allow each student at least four, and as many as six, free electives, which they may fulfill as they choose. Many students pursue international experiences, such as the UNH EcoQuest program in New Zealand, add a minor or dual degree (such as the dual degree in international studies), and/or pursue research opportunities with our faculty or through another of UNH's undergraduate research opportunity programs.