There are a variety of options available for those who want to study environmental science, including universities, colleges and vocational courses and projects. In this guest post, KT Golightly examines online courses.
With the continued focus on the environment, and ways to coexist peacefully with it, there continues to be growth in the field of environmental science. Obtaining an education in the environmental sciences is possible using one of the many online options that are available today.
Join in the Online World
The number of degrees that are possible to obtain via the online portal continues to grow and this trend is likely to continue unabated. Degrees in environmental science that are pursued in this manner are designed to allow a student to continue working if they should desire to do so. Most of the work for this degree can be completed fully online. Using simulated labs, online tutorials and web demonstrations allows for a well rounded college experience. Field work or labs that require a hands-on component can be met by including a residence component to the program or they can be arranged locally.
Obtain a Certificate
Designed for those environmental science majors who are already in the field. Those people who are currently pursuing their environmental science degree, those who are working as professionals in an environmental capacity and those who are conducting research in the environment sciences field can all benefit from the focused knowledge that is a cornerstone of these certificate programs. By building a new skill set, or expanding on a currently held set of skills, these certificates can put students in line for positions with more opportunities for advancement and greater pay.
Environmental Science Bachelor’s Degree
When choosing a program in which to pursue a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, the student will need to choose between two options. Some programs focus on a specific aspect of the field, such as waste management, fire science or environmental technology. Other schools offer programs that are more general in scope and that are designed to give students a solid foundation in the fundamentals of environmental science. In both cases, other necessary skills are emphasized as well. Building scientific knowledge is only one aspect of this degree. Critical thinking, writing and communication skills that are effective and polished are also necessary in order for the student to obtain success in the field of environmental science.
The field of environmental science promises to continue to grow and provide more opportunities, as well as challenges, for those people who choose to enter it. By gaining a solid foundation in the environmental sciences using the numerous online possibilities, it is possible for a student to position themselves in the right place to enjoy opportunities and advancements. Online studies can also solidify a solid education in the environmental sciences by adding depth to a specific knowledge base the student already cultivates. More information can be found here: WorldWideLearn.
Author
KT Golightly enjoys being able to combine two interests: the environment and education, by writing on them both. KT is a frequent contributor to DegreeJungle.com, a research and review site for college students and their parents. Also a candidate for a master’s degree in Literary Arts, KT Golightly is a tree hugger at heart.
