Environmental Studies AS
Integrate Your Environment with Success. HCCC Offers an Affordable Learning Experience.
- Major
- Environmental Studies
- Degree
- Environmental Studies A.S.
Description
This Associate in Science Degree is designed to integrate the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences in a creative and interdisciplinary context that addresses contemporary environmental issues and problems from local to global. The Environmental Studies program will meet the future demands for environmental technicians and professionals by providing foundation and specialized courses to prepare students to transfer to bachelor's degree programs in Environmental Studies and other related fields.
Requirements
Complete CSS-100.
| CSS-100 College Student Success |
Complete the following courses:
| ENG-101 College Composition I |
| ENG-102 College Composition II |
Complete the following courses:
| MAT-100 College Algebra |
| CSC-100 Intro to Computers and Computing |
| BIO-100 General Biology |
Complete the following course:
| SOC-101 Introduction to Sociology |
Complete the following courses:
COMPLETE ENG-112
| ENG-112 Speech |
Diversity Elective
Complete PHL-218.
| PHL-218 Contemporary Moral Issues |
Complete 1 Social Science or Humanities Elective:
Complete the following courses:
TAKE BIO-208 or GEO-111
| GEO-111 Physical Geology |
| BIO-208 Ecology |
TAKE ENV-205 or ENV-107
| ENV-205 Environmental Public Policy |
| ENV-107 Introduction to Beekeeping Science |
Course Catalog PDF STEM Faculty/Staff Directory
Dive into the scientific study of bees, covering their diverse species, life cycles, and essential roles in pollination and biodiversity. Through a combination of interactive lectures, hands-on demonstrations, and field visits to apiaries, students will gain practical knowledge in fundamental beekeeping techniques, hive assembly, disease prevention, and ethical practices.
Any questions? Please contact the STEM Office at stemprogramsFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE.
Additional Financial Assistance is available to Veterans!
Student Testimonial: Ben Germansky, Environmental Studies A.S.
Additional Program Information
Upon successful completion of the Environmental Studies AS Program, students will be able to:
- Recognize the need to approach environmental issues from a multidisciplinary perspective.
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of fundamental environmental problems and their possible solutions.
- Utilize critical thinking in the analysis of environmental and social data to formulate solutions to environmental problems.
- Effectively communicate through oral and written means; prepare reports; present projects; interact with peers and other professionals in the discussion of related environmental issues.
- Succeed at transferring to a four-year baccalaureate program with an environmental focus.
We look forward to helping you achieve your goals. Use one of the links below to start your journey at HCCC!
Are you ready to get started?
- Apply today.
- Visit our Admissions and Financial Aid page for more information.
Are you looking for more information?
- Contact the School of STEM at (201) 360-4265 or via email at stemprogramsFREEHUDSONCOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGE.
- View other programs in the STEM Meta-Major or view all Academic Pathways.
- For more information on STEM careers, visit Career Coach.
Are you looking for other options?
- Visit the School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development.
- Visit HCCC’s Early College program page.
- Thinking about transfer? Visit the Transfer Pathways page.
Contact Information
Raffaella Pernice
Coordinator
263 Academy Street, Room S604
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 360-4277
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School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
263 Academy Street, Room S204
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 360-4265
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