School of Field Investigations and Experimental Sciences

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Dive into Discovery, Make an Impact

Are you curious about how the natural world functions? Do you enjoy solving real-world problems?

If so, we invite you to explore the School of Field Investigations and Experimental Sciences. We offer excellent instruction and practical field and lab experience that equips you for a fulfilling career, making a difference in our society and world.

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CAREERS

Active exploration is central to education and making important job connections.

Our students graduate prepared to find placement in a range of fields. Here are just a few of the possibilities:

  • Agricultural/Food Scientist
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Forester
  • Geologist
  • GIS Specialist
  • Hydrographic Surveyor
  • Material Scientist
  • Microbiologist
  • Park Ranger
  • Sustainability Engineer
  • Teacher
  • Toxicologist
  • Urban Planner
  • Wildlife Biologist

Your future in science starts here.

We are ever present in the lab and in the field. Each of our programs has unique learning opportunities and modern equipment to train students in the latest technologies and methods. We welcome you to begin your exploration, make meaningful new discoveries, and excel.

Programs

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Biology

Bachelor and Master of Science,  Accelerated Bachelor's to Master's
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Chemistry

Bachelor of Science
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Environment, Sustainability, and GIS

Bachelor of Science
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Geology

Bachelor of Science
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Physics

Bachelor of Science
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Engineering Studies

Regents' Engineering Pathway Program (REPP)
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Forensic Science and Investigation

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Pathway from University College
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Materials Science

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Pathway from University College
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Natural Resources Management

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies Pathway from University College

Minors

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Minors that we offer in the sciences make a strategic and interdisciplinary pairings with a variety of majors and disciplines at UWG.

Certificates

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Fast track your future by earning a certificate, intended to give you expertise in a specialized subject area to leverage your chosen career. Seamlessly earn an embedded certificate alongside your major or choose a stand-alone option for an additional concentration.

Learn by Experience

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Learn by Experience

  • Faculty-led Research Projects for course credit
  • Internships with Industry
  • Job Shadowing and Externships
  • Lab and Teaching Assistantships
  • Research Assistantships (SRAP, LSAMP)
  • Supplemental Instruction Leaders
  • Tutors
  • Workshop Leaders

Contact Us

CONTACT US :

(678) 839-6485| CMCS@westga.edu

Technology-Enhanced Learning Center (TLC) 2200