BS in Secondary Education Earth Science

Eastern Michigan University

Earth System Scientists integrate multiple fields of study to address the grand challenges our growing global population faces, such as sea-level rise, climate change, life near geologic hazards, and sustainable sources of energy. As a student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Earth Science, Secondary Teacher Certification, you’ll learn the application of the scientific method to enhance our understanding of the four principal components of the Earth System – Geosphere, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, and Biosphere – and the connections that exist among these components to produce complex planetary-scale phenomena, such as climate change. At EMU, the Geology Program focuses on the Geosphere component of the Earth System, whereas the Earth Science Program broadly addresses all four components. Pursue a career as a high school Earth Science teacher. A degree in Earth Science could also have you working with Coal/Mining Companies, Construction Companies, Consulting Firms, Drilling Companies, Environmental Agencies, Government Agencies, K-12 School System, Museums, Petroleum Industry, Railroad Companies, Research Firms, or University/College.

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